The opening Adagio is excellent for working on a full-bodied sound while developing a moderate to weighty bow arm. The Allegro section can be performed either as a full tutti work or in a concerto grosso fashion giving you the flexibility of featuring your outstanding individual players while still programming the work with a younger ensemble. Outstanding!

The Rosegarden Of Light - String Sextet Parts-Gulistan-e Nur: The Rosegarden of Light for String Sextet and Youth Ensemble. Instrumentation: Professional String Sextet (2 Vlns 2 Vlas 1 Cello 1 Db). Youth/amateur ensemble (Interludes only): open instrumentation (5 treble alto bass parts (transpositions available) Keyboard). The Three Interludes are supplied separately. The sextet movements/Three Interludes can also be performed separately. I Bahar-e nastaran-bihag (Radio Piece) Interlude 1/ Introduction (Youth ensemble) Sextet Movement 1 (Professional) II - Shirin dokhtar-e maldar (Sweet Nomad Girl)Interlude 2 Sextet Movement 2 III - Watan Jan (Dear Homeland) Interlude 3 Sextet Movement 3 Duration: c.26 mins (complete) / c.16 mins (sextet movements only). On 11 December 2014 several young musicians from the Afghanistan National Institute of Music were performing at the Istiqlal School home to the French Cultural Centre in Kabul. The venue was targeted by a suicide bomber with devastating results leaving a number of students (and ANIM’s founder and Director Dr. Ahmad Sarmast) with severe injuries. Despite these most challenging of circumstances ANIM continues to provide an extraordinary learning environment for all its students regardless of gender ethnicity or social circumstances. They are committed to assuring musical rights rebuilding lives through music training future music educators establishing intercultural dialogue and to reviving and preserving Afghan Music. Gulistan-e Nur: The Rosegarden of Light is dedicated with great admiration to Dr. Ahmad Sarmast and to the students and staff of the Afghanistan National Institute of Music in Kabul particularly remembering those who were injured in the 11 December attack. The work is also dedicated to Kevin Bishop and members of the pioneering ensemble Cuatro Puntos who are dedicated to global co-operation and

Take a longtime favorite song with a toe-tapping two-beat add sleigh bells and you've got the necessary elements for an effective holiday program number. Larry's new version for younger players will certainly be a hit.

from Encanto. Par MIRANDA LIN-MANUEL. This infectious mix of salsa and guajira with pop, hip hop, dance and Broadway elements rose to the top of the charts all around the world! Robert Longfield\'s string orchestra arrangement is true to the original, while still making it approachable for younger musicians. Your audience (and students) will definitely be singing along! / Date parution : 2022-07-28/ Répertoire / Orchestre à Cordes

This iconic song from Bernstein's classic stage work remains one of the most popular melodies in American contemporary theater. Stephen Bulla's edition for strings is adapted from the original score yet features accessibility for younger players. Let your students experience the mastery of this beloved American composer with this first-ever arrangement for string ensemble.

The world continues to pay tribute to Michael Jackson's legacy and his impact on music dance and entertainment. Here's your chance to perform some of his most memorable songs in a superb showcase for string orchestra. Includes:Thriller Rock with You Off the Wall Man in the Mirror and I'll Be There.

(Twinkle Twinkle Little Star)-The memorable tune that started so many young string players' playing experience is transformed into a set of variations ala Mozart himself. Your players will be charmed by the inventive treatments of this simple diatonic songwith Robert's impressive movement for string orchestra.

From Album for the Young here are two movements arranged for younger players to help build confidence teach important performance concepts and introduce them to the distinct musical talent of Tchaikovsky. I. Pavane II. Contredanse

The unsung heroes of the orchestra move into the spotlight with this showcase that also teaches the rest of the ensemble the experience of playing important background and accompaniment parts. This short tuneful movement is justwhat you need to motivate your viola section and bring a welcome change of pace to your next concert.

Another skilled adaptation of a Beethoven scherzo comes from notable music educator and conductor Jamin Hoffman. Once again you can share the power and artistry of a Beethoven symphony with your intermediate or advanced string ensembles.

Finally an accessible piece for young string students with options to teach improvisation! Written by jazz composer and violinist Martin Norgaard Calypso is based on rhythms and singable melodies inspired by music of the Caribbean. An optional solo section can be opened up to feature as many of your students as desired and solo sheets are provided for all instruments to help teach basic elements of improvisation along with an included sample solo. Optional drum set really adds to the Caribbean fun!

from West Side Story-One of Bernstein's most memorable and beloved melodies is long overdue in a version for developing strings. John Moss has carefully crafted an exquisite showcase for your orchestra - a piece you'll program for years to come.

Par HAENDEL GEORG FRIEDRICH. Jim Palmer's arrangement of Music for the Royal Fireworks is an exciting two-movement work that is perfect for your young string orchestra. The movements work together or are effective played on their own. Terraced dynamics and authentic articulations will help your students gain an understanding of music from the Baroque era. A perfect opener or closer to any concert. (3:15) / Date parution : 2022-10-12/ Répertoire / Orchestre à Cordes