Composed by George Frideric Handel (1685-1759). Orchestra: Youth Orchestra, Bestseller. Piano score. 20 pages. Galaxy Music Corporation #1.5127. Published by Galaxy Music Corporation

Orchestra String Orchestra - Grade 2-2.5

SKU: CF.YAS13F

Composed by Muzio Clementi. Arranged by Douglas Townsend. Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series. Classical. Full score. With Standard notation. 12 pages. Carl Fischer Music #YAS13F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YAS13F).

ISBN 9780825848339. UPC: 798408048334. 8.5 X 11 inches. Key: G major.

IApart from some of his Sonatinas, Opus 36, Clementi's life and music are hardly known to the piano teachers and students of today. For example, in addition to the above mentioned Sonatinas, Clementi wrote sixty sonatas for the piano, many of them unjustly neglected, although his friend Beethoven regarded some of them very highly. Clementi also wrote symphonies (some of which he arranged as piano sonatas), a substantial number of waltzes and other dances for the piano as well as sonatas and sonatinas for piano four-hands.In addition to composing, Clementi was a much sought after piano teacher, and included among his students John Field (Father of the 'Nocturne'), and Meyerbeer.In his later years, Clementi became a very successful music publisher, publishing among other works the first English edition of Beethoven's Violin Concerto, in the great composer's own arrangement for the piano, as well as some of his string quartets. Clementi was also one of the first English piano manufacturers to make pianos with a metal frame and string them with wire.The Sonatina in C, Opus 36, No. 1 was one of six such works Clementi wrote in 1797. He must have been partial to these little pieces (for which he also provided the fingerings), since they were reissued (without the fingering) by the composer shortly after 1801. About 1820, he issued ''the sixth edition, with considerable improvements by the author;· with fingerings added and several minor changes, among which were that many of them were written an octave higher.IIIt has often been said, generally by those unhampered by the facts, that composers of the past (and, dare we add, the present?), usually handled their financial affairs with their public and publishers with a poor sense of business acumen or common sense. As a result they frequently found themselves in financial straits.Contrary to popular opinion, this was the exception rather than the rule. With the exception of Mozart and perhaps a few other composers, the majority of composers then, as now, were quite successful in their dealings with the public and their publishers, as the following examples will show.It was not unusual for 18th- and 19th-century composers to arrange some of their more popular compositions for different combinations of instruments in order to increase their availability to a larger music-playing public. Telemann, in the introduction to his seventy-two cantatas for solo voice and one melody instrument (flute, oboe or violin, with the usual continua) Der Harmonische Gottesdienst, tor example, suggests that if a singer is not available to perform a cantata the voice part could be played by another instrument. And in the introduction to his Six Concertos and Six Suites for flute, violin and continua, he named four different instrumental combinations that could perform these pieces, and actually wrote out the notes for the different possibilities. Bach arranged his violin concertos for keyboard, and Beethoven not only arranged his Piano Sonata in E Major, Opus 14, No. 1 for string quartet, he also transposed it to the key of F. Brahm's well-known Quintet in F Minor for piano and strings was his own arrangement of his earlier sonata for two pianos, also in F Minor.IIIWe come now to Clementi. It is well known that some of his sixty piano sonatas were his own arrangements of some of his lost symphonies, and that some of his rondos for piano four-hands were originally the last movements of his solo sonatas or piano trios.In order to make the first movement of his delightful Sonatina in C, Opus 36, No. 1 accessible to young string players, I have followed the example established by the composer himself by arranging and transposing one of his piano compositions from one medium (the piano) to another. (string instruments). In order to simplify the work for young string players, in the process of adapting it to the new medium it was necessary to transpose it from the original key of C to G, thereby doing away with some of the difficulties they would have encountered in the original key. The first violin and cello parts are similar to the right- and left-hand parts of the original piano version. The few changes I have made in these parts have been for the convenience of the string players, but in no way do they change the nature of the music.Since the original implied a harmonic framework in many places, I have added a second violin and viola part in such a way that they not only have interesting music to play, but also fill in some of the implied harmony without in any way detracting from the composition's musical value. Occasionally, it has been necessary to raise or lower a few passages an octave or to modify others slightly to make them more accessible for young players.It is hoped that the musical value of the composition has not been too compromised, and that students and teachers will come to enjoy this little piece in its new setting as much as pianists have in the original one. This arrangement may also be performed by a solo string quartet. When performed by a string orchestra, the double bass part may be omitted.- Douglas TownsendString editing by Amy Rosen.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

Arranged by Carl Strommen. For string orchestra. Carl Fischer Beginning String Orchestra Series. Grade 1. Score and parts. Published by Carl Fischer

(Full Score). By Sean O'Loughlin. String orchestra. For String Orchestra. Carl Fischer Beginning String Orchestra Series. Grade 1. Full Score. Standard notation. 8 pages. Published by Carl Fischer

By Douglas Townsend. Edited by Amy Rosen. String orchestra. For String Orchestra. Carl Fischer Beginning String Orchestra Series. Classical. Grade 1. Full Score. Standard notation. 9 pages. Published by Carl Fischer

By Traditional. Arranged by Sandy Feldstein. String orchestra. For String Orchestra. Carl Fischer Beginning String Orchestra Series. Grade 1. Full Score. Standard notation. 8 pages. Published by Carl Fischer Full Score

String Orchestra string orchestra (88555) with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano - Grade 2.5

SKU: KN.9742

Composed by Timothy J. Isham. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Score and parts. Duration 3 minutes, 25 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #9742. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9742).

UPC: 822795097429.

The violas seize the spotlight and demand to be heard in this dramatic grade 2 piece! The conflict rages as the violas' aggressive B minor main theme contrast with the soaring D major theme played by the violins. Who will emerge victorious in this epic battle for orchestral dominance? Each set includes three copies of the 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. part and an optional part for piano. Duration 3:25. Available in SmartMusic.

Composed by Marcia Stockton. Score and set of parts. Published by Imagine Music (IG.OMS156).

Composed by Bach/Gerald R. Doan. For String Orchestra. Grade 3. Set of Parts. Duration 4:50. Published by LudwigMasters Publications

String Orchestra string orchestra (88555) with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano - Grade 2

SKU: KN.36380

Composed by Kirt Mosier. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Score and parts. Kendor Music Inc #36380. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.36380).

UPC: 822795363807.

This high energy work for grade 2 groups will excite your audience and give your students a great musical experience. Appropriately challenging for each section of the orchestra, every player gets their chance at melodic content with exciting rhythmic accompaniments. This is a perfect concert closer. Set includes optional 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. and piano parts.

Set includes optional 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. and piano parts.

(A Revolutionary Method for Early-Intermediate Musicians (Piano Acc.)). By Bob Phillips, Peter Boonshaft, and Robert Sheldon. Orchestra. For Piano Acc.. This edition: Piano Accompaniment. Book; Method/Instruction; String Orchestra Method/Supplement. Sound Innovations. 76 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Orchestra strings - beginner

SKU: KJ.93F

Composed by Albert L. Stoutamire and Doris Gazda. String method. Spotlight on Strings Series. Score. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #93F. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.93F).

ISBN 9780849733451.

Leve l 2 builds on the concepts introduced in level 1 by opening with a review of the major and minor fingering patterns on all four strings. Attention throughout the method is given to presenting material that makes use of the entire tonal range of the instrument in the first position for the upper strings, and the first three positions for the lower strings. Five ensembles and two duets round out Level 2. Suitable for concerts, the ensembles include America; We Shall Overcome; Amaryllis; Surprise Symphony Theme; and Military March. Suitable for any class size or instrumentation, all string parts have the melody and one harmony part. The Teacher Score/Keyboard books for Levels 1 and 2 include piano accompaniments for much of the program music and ensembles. Especially composed for educators with modest piano-playing skills, the accompaniments can also be played by piano students who wish to become involved in the ensemble experience.

Doppelkonzert. Composed by Arvo Part (1935-). World Premiere: in Tallinn / Estonia; by the Estonian Chamber Orchestra; conducted by Eri Klas. Study score. With Standard notation. Composed 1977. Duration 27 minutes. Universal Edition #UE31937. Published by Universal Edition

String Orchestra srting orchestra with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3, piano, and drum set - Grade 2

SKU: KN.36560

Composed by George T. Frueh. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Score and parts. Kendor Music Inc #36560. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.36560).

UPC: 822795365603.

Lefto vers just got better with this grade 2 piece based upon a 12-bar blues pattern. It offers both pizzicato and arco playing, challenging syncopated jazz rhythms, and a traditional big-band-like shout chorus that will have your students asking for seconds. Set includes optional 3rd Violin/Viola T.C., piano and drum set parts.

Set includes optional 3rd Violin/Viola T.C., piano and drum set parts.

By Gustav Holst. Arranged by Bob Phillips. For String Orchestra. String Orchestra. Highland String Orchestra. Level: 4.5 (grade 4.5). Conductor Score and Parts. 118 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Frank Halferty. For string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3) and piano. Standard string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3) and piano. Cadet String Orchestra series. Grade 1. Score and parts. Duration 2 minutes 30 seconds. Published by Kendor Music Inc

Orchestra String Orchestra - Grade 0.5

SKU: FJ.ST6551S

Score Only. Composed by Bruce W. Tippette. Series; String Orchestra. FJH Beginning Strings. Score. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-ST6551S. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.ST6551S).

English.

What lurks in the lair at midnight? The answer is revealed in this engaging work for beginning string orchestra. Using only the first six pitches of the D Major scale and based largely on step-wise motion, this piece evokes images of a night-time excursion into the unknown. Optional piano and low tom-tom are included to enhance and support the orchestra.

About FJH Beginning Strings

Ap propriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

String Orchestra string orchestra with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3, piano and tambourine - Grade 2.5

SKU: KN.9415

(A Gallery Carol and In Dulci Jubilo). Arranged by Janice L. McAlliste. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #9415. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9415).

UPC: 822795094152.

Burst ing with spirited exuberance and joy, this grade 2 arrangement combines the traditional English A Gallery Carol with the famous medieval German carol In Dulci Jubilo. Special features include buoyant hooked bowings, dramatic pizzicato chords and optional 8va notes in the 1st Violin part before the closing sforzando. Each set includes three copies of the 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. part and optional parts for piano and tambourine. Duration 2:10.

By Deborah Baker Monday. For string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3) and piano. Standard string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3) and piano. Playground String Orchestra series. Grade 1.5. Score and parts. Duration 1 minute 55 seconds. Published by Kendor Music Inc

By Robert Klotman. For string orchestra. String Tracks. Grade 2. Score. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company score

By Paul Creston (1906-1985). Arranged by Robert Longfield. Score & Parts. String Orchestra. Grade 3-4. Published by G. Schirmer

By Frank Halferty. For string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3) and piano. Standard string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3) and piano. Playground String Orchestra Series. Grade 1. Score and Set of Parts. Duration 2:30. Published by Kendor Music Inc

String Orchestra string orchestra (88555) with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano - Grade 2.5

SKU: KN.9744

(from Marriage Of Figaro). Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Score and parts. Kendor Music Inc #9744. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9744).

UPC: 822795097443.

This soprano aria from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's opera The Marriage Of Figaro in the key of D major, contains some interesting modulations and is playable by grade 2 groups. Much of the charm of this piece results from Mozart's creative and brief exploration of many tonal centers, and is a great example how a composer can take a relatively simple tune and provide a great deal of interest through imaginative harmonies. Each set includes three copies of the 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. part and an optional piano part. Duration 2:40. Available in SmartMusic.

By Yiruma. By Yiruma. Arranged by Larry Moore. For Orchestra, String Orchestra (Score and Parts). Pop Specials for Strings. Grade 3-4. Published by Hal Leonard

By Jules Pegram. For String Orchestra with Piano (Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Contrabass, Piano). Grade 4. Score only. Duration 3:00. Published by C. Alan Publications