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le 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, Perc Required ........... 45.00
4 Habanera (from Carmen)—Georges Bizet/ arr. Brubaker. This aria, probably the most popular habanera ever, lends itself in a superb fashion to the string orchestra. Even in the opera score, the cello is the anchor, providing the rhythmic and tonal structure on which the aria is built. Incorporating many special effects, including optional tambourine and triangle, this new setting is as fun to play as it is to listen to. Truly a must for any string library! 10310453 String Orchestra ......... 55.00
l A Midsummer Night's Dream—Felix Mendelssohn/arr. Hans. Interdisciplinary teaching and the National Standards for Music Education all in one! The drama of Shakespeare and the music of Mendelssohn will come alive in your rehearsals and performance of this charming arrangement. A wonderful opportunity to collaborate with the English, History, and Drama departments at your school! 10302753 String Orchestra ......... 45.00
l Overture to "The Magic Flute"—W.A. Mozart/ arr. Hoffman. One of Mozart's most famous operas and one of his last works, "The Magic Flute" continues to be performed worldwide each year. From its iconic, majestic opening three chords, Mozart's overture is a wonderful combination of the sentiment and spirit of the opera that follows. This adaption for strings is classical programming at its very best. 10343642 String Orchestra ......... 50.00
4 Pizzicati (Scherzettino from "Sylvia")—Leo Delibes/arr. Stroud. Delibes' music for the ballet "Sylvia" was often considered more interesting than the ballet itself. The scherzettino known as Pizzicati is an excellent example of how Delibes dictated action, as you can almost hear a story unfold as the music plays. This is a light- hearted, fun pizzicato feature for the advancing string orchestra. Perfect for a pops concert and features a solo violin and cello! 10316843 String Orchestra ......... 45.00
l Sabre Dance—Aram Khachaturian/arr. Longfield. One of the most recognized movements of Russian master composer Aram Khachaturian is now available in a carefully arranged version for student players by music education specialist Robert Longfield. Robert's playable educational edition carefully preserves the memorable rhythmic and infectious style of the original. 10295646 String Orchestra ......... 50.00
l Scherzo from Symphony No. 3—Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Hoffman. Once again, Jamin Hoffman brings us a skilled adaption of a Beethoven symphony scherzo, this time from the beloved "Eroica" Symphony. The string writing is ideal for student orchestras and gives an opportunity to perform one of the great treasures of the classical symphonic repertoire, and a work that helped define elements of the coming Romantic period. 10343644 String Orchestra ......... 55.00
4 Serenade for Strings—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Meyer. Very faithful to the original but arranged with the younger player in mind, this setting of an orchestral staple has it all, and is sure to challenge every section of your orchestra. The lyrical opening section will develop their expressive playing and bow control, while the bustling main theme will give everyone's fingers a great technical workout. A terrific way to give your students a taste of musical history, this piece makes a perfect closer or contest selection. 10310655 String Orchestra ......... 55.00
l Suite from "The Magic Flute"—W.A. Mozart/arr. McCashin. Introduce your string ensemble to four delightful vignettes from Mozart's beloved comic opera The Magic Flute. Papageno, Papagena and the Queen of the Night are all here, plus more! 10307141 String Orchestra ......... 55.00
4 Swan Lake—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Hopkins. This unabridged arrangement remains very true to the original while making this beautiful music playable by string orchestra. The key has been changed from B minor to E minor so all parts remain in first position. This is a great piece for teaching legato and tremolo bowing, expressive phrasing, triplet rhythms, accelerando and ritardando. A stirring arrangement! 10305939 String Orchestra ......... 45.00 10305940 Full Score ............... 6.00
4 Theme from Symphony No. 1, Mvt. 3—Gustav Mahler/arr. Pfeil. This versatile arrangement is a great showcase for your bass players and also provides an optional harp feature. The famous opening solo can be played in first position or thumb position and as a bass solo or soli with an optional timpani part. While mostly in first position, this piece offers great opportunities for all instruments to explore higher positions. Students will love the simplicity of Mahler's haunting melody, while being challenged to maintain a slow, steady tempo. 10304743 String Orchestra ......... 57.00 10304744 Full Score ............... 8.00
4 Two Selections from Mozart's "Requiem Mass"—W.A. Mozart/arr. Lipton. The Confutatis and Lacrimosa from this emotional work comprise some of the most heartbreakingly sad and beautiful music ever written. This work will challenge your students and will also give them chance to play the music that was featured in the climatic scenes of the movie "Amadeus." 10310561 String Orchestra ......... 48.00
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4 Allegro Molto from Symphony No. 1—Charles Gounod/arr. McCashin. Penning symphonies, Gounod discovered, liberated him from the lyrical and dramatic demands of his previous operas. The composer's found freedom and optimism is evident in this bright and charming movement, and still nods to his operatic foundation. 10307167 String Orchestra ......... 50.00
l Concerto in C Major—G.P. Telemann/arr. McCashin. Taken from the sparkling violin concerto, this arrangement is a fine addition to your orchestra's repertoire. The Allegro, Largo and Allegro Molto come alive with Telemann's signature canons,
layered introductions and
crisp execution. This work also lends itself to comparison of Telemann's style to J.S. Bach's, Telemann's friend and contemporary - a wonderful teaching opportunity! 10307181 String Orchestra ......... 55.00
l Danse Macabre—Camille Saint-Saens/arr. Hall. There are very few cuts made in this eerie, phantasmal tour de force. At least two solo violinists are needed because of unusual tuning. A very effective work perfect for a Halloween program. Be ready for a frightened audience! 10316845 String Orchestra ......... 48.00
le 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, Perc Required ........... 45.00
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4 Il Re Pastore—W.A. Mozart/arr. Monday. From Mozart's opera "The Shepherd King, K. 208," this overture is full of energy and momentum and provides an easily accessible selection (keys of C and G) for students to explore the genius of Mozart. Three copies of the 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. are included. Great as a contest selection or concert opener! 10307026 String Orchestra ......... 48.00
l Overture to Idomeneo—W.A. Mozart/arr. McCashin. At the age of 24, W. A. Mozart completed this opera based on the classical myth in which Neptune, God of
demonstrates his power. Full of high drama and expectation, this overture is a solid addition to your classical repertoire. 10307169 String Orchestra ......... 55.00
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l Prelude for String Orchestra—Gerald Finzi. Long a staple of state contest lists, this Finzi movement for strings has been a favorite of directors for years. Once again available in this new printing, your orchestra can enjoy the music of this 20th-century English composer. 10288419 String Orchestra ......... 54.95
l Requiem—Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Phillips. As performed by the "Trans-Siberian Orchestra" in their live concert tour titled "Beethoven's Last Night," now your orchestra can play Beethoven and Mozart
new way. Add the rhythm section for maximum impact. An optional electric violin/guitar part provides the perfect spot to feature an electric instrument. This one really rocks! 10310465 String Orchestra ......... 53.00
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l Symphony No. 1 (First Movement)—Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Sieving. A bold string adaptation of this revolutionary work, this piece includes the original string parts with the essential material from the wind parts added in. Eminently playable, the second violin and viola parts remain in first position throughout. The first violin part includes some fifth position notes, usually doubled at the octave. Cellos go to fourth position and basses to sixth. Perfect for contest or festival performance! 10310583 String Orchestra ......... 55.00
4 Themes from "Concerto in A Minor"— Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Frost. This arrangement of Vivaldi's "Concerto In A Minor For Two Violins" features all the major themes. Solo parts are scored for violins with some third position required. This is challenging, yet rewarding music for any serious string orchestra. 10307015 String Orchestra ......... 48.00
l Themes from "Romeo and Juliet"—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Gruselle. Gift your string orchestra these expertly distilled themes from Tchaikovsky's orchestral saga of the most dramatic teenagers in love. This handful of excerpts presents ample expressive material, and a grand emotional range, found in the most memorable Shakespearian love story. 10307179 String Orchestra ......... 55.00
l Themes from "St. Paul's Suite"—Gustav Holst/arr. Hans. A great introduction to the main themes of this timeless piece! Violin, viola and cello parts stay in first position and rhythms have been simplified for success. This arrangement includes the Jig, the Ostinato, the Intermezzo and The Dargason. 10304752 String Orchestra ......... 55.00 10304753 Full Score ............... 8.00
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