SKU: AP.33999S
UPC: 038081376189. English.
Stretch your performance music budget further with a collection of pieces for the price of one! The Alfred and Belwin Signature Performance Series combine several best-selling pieces by our popular composers and arrangers into one set of score and parts. Made for young bands and orchestras, each set contains full-length pieces that can be used together in one concert or separately, with themes such as classic popular Christmas, movies, international, pop, and Classics appropriate for Contest. Also available for choir and handbell choir. Enjoy quality music at a great value price! Titles: Christmas Sampler * Christmas Joy * Holiday Magic.
SKU: AP.35952S
UPC: 038081420189. English. Traditional American Rounds.
Two tunes traditionally played as rounds create a perfect first orchestra piece for young players. Reuben and Rachel and Sweetly Sings the Donkey are arranged in D Major with no hi 3s or forward extensions. All sections have interesting parts using only quarter and half notes. Opportunities to teach basic tone and beginning slurs abound. Correlated to Sound Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 1, Level 3.
SKU: AP.41184
UPC: 038081471624. English. Traditional; Dutch Hymn.
Celebrate winter and family with beloved tunes traditionally used at Thanksgiving. We Gather Together and Over the River and Through the Woods make a gorgeous medley. The few higher notes are easy to learn by ear and the contrasting use of 6/8 and 3/4 adds sparkle. (2:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: KN.9115
UPC: 822795091151.
This beautiful and exciting arrangement features two traditional Irish tunes. It opens with Parting Glass, a lovely air which is traditionally sung as a farewell to good friends at the end of an evening together or before a long journey. This setting offers melodic material to all voices and uses the richest ranges of each instrument to maximize the expressive possibilities. Next comes Collin's Reel, a fiddle dance that's great fun to play and features a gradual accelerando that makes for a very fast and furious ending. Duration 4:40.
SKU: PR.41641531L
UPC: 680160625949.
Far from Home is originally for solo cello based on my exploration of the use of Western instrumental and compositional techniques to express the emotional and cultural characteristics of Thai traditional music. This piece contains both lyrical and virtuosic passages that derived from the traditional Thai fiddle playing and Krao-nai style, which is considered to be among the most demanding styles for solo instruments. Although the musical expression and techniques used in this piece are somewhat different from the traditional Krao-nai style, it still convey the emotions and cultural references of that style. Far from Home was graciously commissioned by the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra with the generous support of Dr. Sugree Charoensook. It was given its first performance by Thai cellist Tapalin Charoensook, the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra, and Maestro Alfonso Scarano conducting, on August 22-23, 2014, at Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.Far from Home is originally for solo cello based on my exploration of the use of Western instrumental and compositional techniques to express the emotional and cultural characteristics of Thai traditional music. This piece contains both lyrical and virtuosic passages that derived from the traditional Thai fiddle playing and Krao-nai style, which is considered to be among the most demanding styles for solo instruments. Although the musical expression and techniques used in this piece are somewhat different from the traditional Krao-nai style, it still convey the emotions and cultural references of that style.Far from Home was graciously commissioned by the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra with the generous support of Dr. Sugree Charoensook. It was given its first performance by Thai cellist Tapalin Charoensook, the Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra, and Maestro Alfonso Scarano conducting, on August 22-23, 2014, at Mahidol University,Bangkok, Thailand.
SKU: AP.44781S
UPC: 038081516936. English. Traditional German Carols.
A terrific multicultural addition to any beginning holiday concert, this arrangement by Sandra Dackow is a spirited rendition of three traditional German carols. These contrasting carols---Lasst uns froh und munter sein, O Come Little Children, and an unnamed traditional tune---are a fun way to introduce cut time and reinforce bow lifts to young string players. (1:45).
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SKU: AP.44781
UPC: 038081516929. English. Traditional German Carols.
SKU: AP.46676
UPC: 038081535135. English. Australian Traditional.
Botany Bay, arranged by Sandra Dackow, is a wonderful piece that is correlated with Orchestra Expressions, Book 1. Your students will enjoy the opportunity to play and sing! Everyone gets to experience a pizzicato accompaniment and the beautiful melody. This piece will be the highlight of any concert or festival program and a great way to introduce the waltz style to your beginning orchestra. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.46676S
UPC: 038081535142. English. Australian Traditional.
SKU: AP.40417
UPC: 038081453392. English. Traditional German student song; sung by American college students.
An old silly song, this tune should be performed with the feeling of a rowdy party! Every section has great parts that will provide plenty of learning opportunities. Correlates to Orchestra Expressions Book 2.
SKU: AP.33658S
UPC: 038081394305. English. Traditional.
A lovely arrangement of the familiar Christmas carol that will delight all. Play it as close to a Brandenburg tempo and style as possible! Correlated to Orchestra Expressions, Book 2.
SKU: AP.45817
UPC: 038081525501. English. Traditional Irish Tune.
All in first position with straightforward rhythms and thematic parts for everyone, this poignant song arranged by Sandra Dackow will be a wonderful addition to any concert. The Girl I Left Behind Me first appears in 18th century Ireland, often known as Brighton Camp. It emigrated to the United States along with many other Anglo/Scots/Irish folk tunes and became a popular marching song for soldiers. During the American Civil War, soldiers in both the Confederate and Union armies sang it. A number of cultures have embraced this song, adding their own local lyrics. (2:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.38393S
UPC: 038081438597. English. Traditional.
Have a rockin' good time at your holiday concert with this fun arrangement! Written for first-year string players, with both arco and pizzicato opportunities, as well as optional piano and hand percussion parts, this will be a favorite with both your students and your audience!
SKU: AP.41233
UPC: 038081504742. English. Traditional.
Known for its simplistic beauty, this melody is supported by a simple, but beautiful harmonization. A lovely setting! (1:30).
SKU: AP.45817S
UPC: 038081525518. English. Traditional Irish Tune.
SKU: AP.38406S
UPC: 038081438634. English. Traditional Scottish.
Conjure images of bagpipes, drums, and parades, and enjoy familiar Scottish music in this lovely arrangement of an ancient tune. All parts remain in 1st position. The optional percussion will add to the mood but is also cued in the lower strings.
SKU: AP.48052
ISBN 9781470652319. UPC: 038081554297. English. Traditional English Carol.
Perform this famous setting of the beloved traditional English carol, The First Noel, newly scored for string orchestra with piano or harp accompaniment by Kirk Moss. The piece can stand alone or be paired with Dan Forrest's choral setting, and its captivating musical message will touch the hearts of performers and listeners alike. The setting sits so well for strings that either a younger ensemble or the most advanced students can perform it. Highly recommended! (4:45).
SKU: AP.48052S
ISBN 9781470652401. UPC: 038081554303. English. Traditional English Carol.
Perform this famous setting of the beloved traditional English carol, The First Noel, newly scored for string orchestra with piano or harp accompaniment by Kirk Moss. The piece can stand alone or be paired with Dan Forrest's choral setting, and its captivating musical message will touch the hearts of performers and listeners alike. The setting sits so well for strings that either a younger ensemble or the most advanced students can perform it. Highly recommended!
SKU: AP.44830S
UPC: 038081518213. English. Traditional American.
Snowy hilltops, timeless family traditions, and the warmth of a hearth---the atmosphere of a Smoky Mountain Christmas is captured in this arrangement of three traditional Appalachian carols arranged by Andrew Dabcyznski. The simple modal melodies of Star of the East and Babe of Bethlehem are passed throughout the orchestra, before concluding with the stirring spiritual Rise Up Shepherd and Follow. The keys, meters, and bowings are all playable by second-year string students, but intermediate and advanced students also will find this to be a satisfying holiday concert piece. (3:30).
SKU: AP.44830
UPC: 038081518206. English. Traditional American.
SKU: AP.38516
UPC: 038081439761. English. Traditional.
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 and audience members and you have the perfect recipe for your next holiday concert. Good cheer is guaranteed to follow.
SKU: AP.49047S
ISBN 9781470646929. UPC: 038081566153. English. Traditional Welsh Folk Song.
This title features Alfred Music's String Orchestra FLEX options. That means that every part in this set is now transposed into every other part, so you can play this title with any combination of like- or mixed-string ensemble. After purchasing this set, decide what additional parts you need to meet the unique needs of your ensemble, then download and print them for free at alfred.com/supplemental---free of charge. The Ash Grove, arranged by Jim Palmer, is a beautiful traditional Welsh folk song. This arrangement has rich harmonies and all parts will have the opportunity to play the melody, pizzicato, and a wide range of dynamics and artistic phrasing. Orchestras of all levels will sound full and mature! (2:30).
SKU: AP.49047
ISBN 9781470646912. UPC: 038081566146. English. Traditional Welsh Folk Song.
SKU: AP.47436S
UPC: 038081542010. English. Traditional; John Nieto.
Two traditional mariachi tunes, Alá en el Rancho Grande and La Adelita, along with a new original, Polka de San Antonio by John Nieto, form a fabulous medley for any happy occasion---any fiesta. As the title (translated The Festival of Strings) indicates, make it a party! In 2/4 and first position with some chromatic alterations, this piece is accessible and fun to play. The rhythmic pulse continues throughout this exciting piece.For additional exploration of mariachi repertoire for the string orchestra or small ensembles, see Mariachi Philharmonic by Bob Phillips and John Nieto at alfred.com.
SKU: AP.31604
UPC: 038081349534. English. Traditional English Carol.
You'll have no trouble getting into the Christmas spirit with this delightful adaptation of a traditional English Carol. Coated with a layer of sugar frosting, this piece will warm you up with its joyous harmonies and charming melodies, making you feel like you are sitting in front of a crackly fire sipping hot cocoa on a crisp wintry night. Sure to become an audience favorite!
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