This joyful, fast-paced composition by Robert Sheldon gives developing players an opportunity to show their spirit and enthusiasm for music. Rapid repeated eighth-note patterns provide an energetic texture as they are passed around the orchestra. The catchy main theme uses only five notes, making this tune perfect for beginners and a great addition to a festival or contest program. (1:25) / Orchestre A Cordes

Par MEYER RICHARD. This lively rondo begins with the famous theme from Paganini's Caprice #24, reworked into a 5/4 dance with a cool vibe. Woven into the rondo form are three original dances (a tango, a country dance and a waltz)---each a musical adventure of its own. The colorful orchestration by Richard Meyer gives every member of your ensemble an unforgettable and joyful experience while the wide variety of playing styles and musical challenges make New Chances, New Dances an imaginative selection---the perfect choice for contest or festival. (4:10) / Date parution : 2022-10-12/ Répertoire / Orchestre à Cordes

Par FORD COOPER. Many special experiences are joyful or thrilling, such as flying for the first time, a big sports moment, or the excitement of a first concert. Whatever it might be, Cooper Ford's Exhilaration is a musical expression of the emotions that come from these memorable moments. Young musicians should find this both easily accessible and fun to play, as melodies are passed around to different sections while reinforcing foundational rhythms, notes within a D major scale, and playing with a big sound. Written with the young orchestra in mind, 2nd violin and viola parts are doubled, as well as cello and string bass. (1:40) This title is available in SmartMusic. / Date parution : 2022-10-12/ Répertoire / Orchestre à Cordes

One of Boccherini's most famous pieces this joyful minuet comes from the third movement of his Quintet in E Major. Robert's version is ideally scored for string ensembles and will make a super program choice.

The combination of writers alone grabs our attention: famed hymn-writing duo Keith and Kristyn Getty have partnered with one of Hollywood's biggest score writers J.A.C. Redford. The result is a splendid and catchy Christmas number with Irish sounding roots. The syncopation adds a playful zeal to the joyful dance of the tune. Medium to difficult.

A new medley that includes several contrasting carols from the rich German musical heritage. Includes: Gloria Bells Never Sounded Sweeter O Christmas Tree Ring Little Bells and O How Joyfully.

Includes: Kling Glockchen (Ring Merry Bell) Oh How Joyfully and Stille Stille Stille.