Go to cart
l Greensleeves—Chip Davis/arr. Longfield. The creative spirit of Chip Davis and "Mannheim Steamroller" have a long tradition of unique holiday settings. This string adaptation from A Fresh Aire Christmas uses a variety
of
textures, counter-melodies and approachable string techniques to build emotional intensity throughout this impressive program number. 10295590 String Orchestra, Percussion Required...... .45.00
String Orchestra
n Merry Christmas, Cha, Cha, Cha!—arr. Deborah Baker Monday. Let the carolers sing their "Fa la la's!" This year, finish your concert in a Latin style with a Spanish- flavored setting of the traditional We Wish You A Merry Christmas. Once your audience hears the middle section quote
tune La Bamba, there will be no stopping them from clapping and dancing their way into the holidays! Pure fun for all! 10280481 String Orchestra ......... .45.00
n North Pole Workshop—Doug Spata.
Imagine a cheery tune Santa's elves might sing while making Christmas toys! This fun polka for beginners stays on the D and A strings, uses only the first finger pattern, and is aimed at developing dexterity and string- crossing skills in young musicians. Optional percussion parts add the workshop sound effects (including electric drill), but students will really enjoy the catchy melodies that start quietly and build to a rowdy finish. Cute! 10280362 String Orchestra, Percussion Required...... .45.00
4 The Holly and the Ivy—Vince Gassi. Take one traditional English carol, change the meter, insert a slow middle section, add a dash of counterpoint, and sprinkle liberally with sparkly Christmas dust. Mix with orchestra (percussion required) and audience members and you have the perfect recipe for your next holiday concert. Good cheer is guaranteed to follow! 10310651 String Orchestra, Percussion Required...... .48.00
n A Holst Christmas—Gustav Holst/arr. Wagner. This artfully crafted medley brings to the stage several of Holst's best-loved Christmas titles, including In the Bleak Midwinter; Lullay My Liking and excerpts from Christmas Day. The rich scoring creates a satisfying musical experience, with care taken to insure that all technical demands are well within the parameters of the medium-easy level. The arrangement may be played by strings alone, or with the addition of any combination of wind and/or percussion parts. 10092288 String Orch or Full Orch . . . .55.00
4 Oh What Fun!—Bud Caputo. You'll need a piano and rhythm section for this jazzy rendition of a true holiday classic! The easy, laid back swing style fits perfectly at the medium-easy level. An open solo section allows your best soloist the opportunity for improvisation. There is even a 5/4 section labeled "Take Five" in a nod to David Brubeck. You've never heard Jingle Bells quite like this before! Highly recommended! 10304025 String Orchestra, Percussion Required...... .50.00
A Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
Auld Lang Syne—Chip Davis/ arr. Longfield. From the Mannheim Steamroller CD "Christmas Extraordinaire," this is a captivating setting of a traditional Scottish favorite that everyone will recognize. The beautifully elongated melody is enhanced with solo violin, and a sensitive, dramatic ending. 10185384 String Orchestra .... ME 45.00 10185384E String Orchestra e-Print ............ ME 45.00
Celebration—Chip Davis/arr. Longfield. The leadoff tune from the Mannheim Steamroller CD "Christmas Celebration" is the perfect opener for any winter or holiday concert. Once the beginning fanfare gives way to a driving "Mannheim" groove, the piece moves from original themes to quotes from Deck the Halls, Hallelujah Chorus and Joy to the World. Festive and powerful! 10185380 String Orchestra .... ME 45.00 10185380E String Orchestra e-Print ............ ME 45.00
n How the Grinch Stole Christmas—arr. Jerry Brubaker. As both a film and a cartoon, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" has become an annual tradition for kids and adults alike. This arrangement begins with a bluesy, nasty version of You're a Mean One, Mister Grinch, then moves into the happier, more hopeful Welcome Christmas ("He Carves the Roast Beast" or "Fa-hoo For-aze"). This will really stop the show! 2467033
String Orch or Full Orch . . . .65.00
l In the Bleak Midwinter—Gustav Holst/ arr. Whear. This is a sensitive and evocative treatment of Holst's hymn tune by a true master of the craft of composition and arranging. The bleakness of winter gives way to the beauty of the season in this edition that should be in the library of orchestras of all ability levels. Beautiful! 10316809 String Orchestra ......... .42.00
Deck the Halls—Chip Davis/ arr. Longfield. Another classic rendition from "Mannheim Steamroller," Deck the Halls has a hip, infectious groove that kids love to play. Great contemporary harmony and music effects are all part of the special "Mannheim" sound that listeners love. 10041852 String Orchestra, Percussion Required. ME 45.00
10041852E String Orchestra, Percussion Required e-Print .... ME 45.00
Faeries from the Nutcracker— P. I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Davis. Leave it to "Mannheim Steamroller's" Chip Davis to give this famous Tchaikovsky masterwork a new twist! With its infectious, funky bass line, rock drums and a solid groove, this version takes ballet music to a different level. An exciting change of pace for your holiday concert! 10016094 String Orchestra, Percussion Required. ME 45.00
10016094E String Orchestra, Percussion Required e-Print .... ME 45.00
Greensleeves—Chip Davis/arr. Long- field. The creative spirit of Chip Davis and "Mannheim Steamroller" have a long tradition of unique holiday settings. This string adaptation from "A Fresh Aire Christmas" uses a variety of textures, counter-melodies and approachable string techniques to build emotional intensity throughout this impressive program number. 10295590 String Orchestra, Percussion Required. ME 45.00
10295590E String Orchestra e-Print. M 45.00
Pat-A-Pan—arr. Chip Davis & Robert Longfield. From the acclaimed CD "Christmas in the Aire," this string version of the holiday favorite Pat-a-Pan features an energetic style with an underlying light rock foundation. Continuing the "Mannheim Steamroller" tradition of creative, contemporary settings, this is an attractive program piece for a holiday program. 10081961 String Orchestra ..... M 45.00
Veni, Veni (O Come, O Come Emmanuel)—Chip Davis/arr. Longfield. This simple, plaintive carol is yet another memorable title from "Mannheim Steamroller's" "Fresh Aire Christmas", and continues to be heard every December. Robert Longfield's arrangement makes it approachable for any string ensemble and includes short, expressive moments for a violin soloist. Suitable for holiday concerts or as a prelude to church services throughout the Christmas season. 10083784 String Orchestra .... ME 45.00
the folk
25
Order Toll-Free! Call 1-800-345-6296 / FAX 1-800-260-1482 / Internet jwpepper.com / E-mail [email protected]
