Here's a suite of three of the most charming arias from The Magic Flute (The Bird Catcher's Aria ?Either Girlfriend or Young Wife ? and ?Pa-pa-pa-pa?); instantly recognizable with solos for violin and cello as well as optional parts for solo recorder flute or piccolo glockenspiel and violin (also playable with string orchestra only).

String Quartet Version - Parts)-The composer writes: 'The backdrop for this commission was to complement music by the great Ludwig van Beethoven. BeethovenĆ¢Ā€Ā™s scores for string quartet are cornucopias of techniques and musicality. They were certainly not meant for pure entertainment. Ending up with BeethovenĆ¢Ā€Ā™s quartet Op. 59 No. 1 as a reference for this piece I even used elements from this quartet in my own composition. BeethovenĆ¢Ā€Ā™s position as a free artist has been of great importance to all following composers. This is of equal inspiration as his music. As a free artist one has to reflect upon our own time and not be afraid of allowing reality affect our work. When I was in the middle of writingthis piece something horrible happened in my neighbourhood. A bomb exploded in Oslo and a killer shot teenagers on an island summer camp. My nationĆ¢Ā€Ā™s reputation as a peaceful country to live in was drastically and forever changed. It was hard to compose. Papers and online media were soon filled with horrible pictures from the events. The lead-coloured skies being a recurring sight. The ambiguity in the title reflects both hope and dread. BeethovenĆ¢Ā€Ā™s light shines through strong and full of life! The piece was commissioned by the EngegƃĀ„rd Quartet in 2011 and appears the recording String Quartets vol IV: Schubert-Ratkje-Britten-Haydn. A later piece was composed for string orchestra: 'Tale of Lead and Frozen Light' (2014)'. The composer writes: 'The backdrop for this commission was to complement music by the great Ludwig van Beethoven. BeethovenĆ¢Ā€Ā™s scores for string quartet are cornucopias of techniques and musicality. They were certainly not meant for pure entertainment. Ending up with BeethovenĆ¢Ā€Ā™s quartet Op. 59 No. 1 as a reference for this piece I even used elements from this quartet in my own composition. BeethovenĆ¢Ā€Ā™s position as a free artist has been of great importance to all following composers. This is of equal inspiration as his music. As a free artist one has to reflect upon our own time and not be afraid of allowing reality affect our work. When I was in the middle of writingthis piece something horrible happened in my neighbourhood. A bomb exploded in Oslo and a killer shot teenagers on an island summer camp. My nationĆ¢Ā€Ā™s reputation as a peaceful country to live in was drastically and forever changed. It was hard to compose. Papers and online media were soon filled with horrible pictures from the events. The lead-coloured skies being a recurring sight. The ambiguity in the title reflects both hope and dread. BeethovenĆ¢Ā€Ā™s light shines through strong and full of life! The piece was commissioned by the EngegƃĀ„rd Quartet in 2011 and appears the recording String Quartets vol IV: Schubert-Ratkje-Britten-Haydn. A later piece was composed for string orchestra: 'Tale of Lead and Frozen Light' (2014)'.

Christmas Collection-A collection of popular Christmas ensembles especially arranged for Key Stage 2 players - perfect for all Christmas concerts!Includes flexible instrumental parts ideal for players of wide ranging abilities plus plenty ofinteresting percussion which will add a unique flavour and be enjoyed by all. Nobody need be left out of the fun! Useful teacher's notes give advice on putting together a successful ensemble.Includes a conductor's score plusindividual parts for recorder flute violin clarinet tuned percussion untuned percussion cello and piano.

Full Score-Vivace (2010) for string orchestra began its musical life as the third movement of my Sonata for Guitar (2009) recorded by Isaac Bustos on MSR Classics [MS 1581]. While writing the sonata I began to realize what a symphonic instrument the guitar really is and how well idiomatic guitar figurations might translate to the orchestra. As the title suggests Vivace is a short lively piece tinged with spiritual uplift. Supported by a steady rhythmic ostinato in stretto the broad melody (in slow harmonic rhythm) is presented first in the highest voice and then answered in a lower one. The dovetailing of gestures and its consequent antiphonal character permeate the movement.Often the melody is presented in harmony at the interval of the 7th or 9th. As with many of my recent compositions variation color and drama are enhanced by the juxtaposition of pandiatonic passages with those that are chromatic and dissonant. --Peter Lieuwen Vivace has been recorded by the Slovak National Symphony Orchestra on MSR Classics [MS 1582].

Good teaching pieces that also have programming appeal are always in demand for developing programs. Lloyd Conley's suite offers several possibilties with optional parts for recorders (or flute and oboe) along with opportunities to use minstrel-style percussion and harpsichord (found on most synthesizers). The authentic sound along with Lloyd's superb writing for young strings gives you a fresh new choice in literature.

The De Haske String Orchestra Series offers attractive pieces especially composed and arranged for String Orchestras. Students and teachers are treated to a great variety of musical styles. Each book within this series comes with a CD containing demo tracks of each piece. Instrumentation (all levels): Violin 1 & 2 Viola (Violin 3) Cello Double Bass (Cello 2) and Piano. In each edition a CD with recordings of several pieces from the series is also included. Demo Tracks: 1. The Bare Necessities 2. It's A Small World 3. Can You Feel The Love Tonight 4. The Medallion Calls.

This instrumental waltz from the turn of the century continues to be a popular melody and has been heard in countless films TV shows and popular recordings. Robert Longfield's accessible new version gives your string orchestra agreat opportunity to perform an instantly recognized song in a traditional waltz style.

This pop music classic by the Mamas and the Papas was selected as one of the best songs of all time by Rolling Stone magazine. Recently recorded by Queen Latifah its melodic hooks and distinctive harmonic progression give ittimeless appeal in this new edition for string orchestra.

Par RESPIGHI OTTORINO. All the shrouded mystery and resplendent grandeur of the fourth movement of Respighi's masterpiece, Pines of Rome, has been effectively captured in this brilliant arrangement by Douglas E. Wagner for string orchestra and timpani (required). The symphonic poem, 'The Pines of the Appian Way' is one of Respighi's most frequently performed and recorded works and stands as the most popular of all three of his Rome-inspired suites. (4:50) This title is available in SmartMusic. / Date parution : 2022-10-12/ RĆ©pertoire / Orchestre Ć  Cordes

The comprehensive string method that covers it all! A successful ensemble string method series for classroom or individual study. Provides the beginning string player with a solid foundation in all aspects of string playing withan emphasis on rhythmic strength. Topics include: Step-by-step tuning process Bowing styles Theory Technique Shifting for cello and string bass Major/Minor/Chromatic scales EtudesSolos/Ensembles Vibrato strengthening exercises Detailed photographs and diagrams Special score supplement: Detailed classroom tuning procedures Daily record Guide for teaching dynamics Mid-yearmotivation articles Vibrato guidelines Bibliography sketches

One of Morricone's most beloved film themes Cinema Paradiso has been recorded and performed by many notable artists including Ithzak Perlman and Yo-Yo Ma. Let your players and audiences enjoy some of the most engagingfilm music of our time with this superb new arrangement for mature string ensemble by Bob Krogstad.

HL Pop Specials for Strings-Recorded by such diverse artists as Bob Dylan Bon Jovi and Justin Timberlake Hallelujah was also heard in the movie Shrek and most recently during the 2010 Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Vancouver. Robert's setting is justright for string groups who want to perform popular songs from artists they love.

Jump on it ... your kids will love this one. It has a bold tune catchy rhythms and comes right from the dance charts. Originally recorded back in the early '60s and made popular again by the Sugarhill Gang. Dur: 3:00

Recorded by South Korean rapper PSY this stylized smash hit has taken pop culture by storm with a viral video (almost 2 billion views!) TV appearances parodies and even flash mobs. Make room for exuberant audience behavior.