Christmas fiddlers can draw on a rich and varied repertoire. This collection spans seven centuries, from the boisterous medieval Song of the Ass to contemporary tunes like Sleigh ride, taking in such traditional carols as Away in a manger and O little town of Bethlehem along the way. There is music in The Christmas Fiddler from England, Wales, France, Germany and North America.Of course Christmas time is not only a religious festival. Much of the music here - the Welsh carol Deck the hall, the 'fireside' movement from The Four Seaons, the modern classic Chestnuts roasting on an open fire - is as much a celebration of the ancient secular festival of the Winter Solstice.The arrangements in this collection can be performed as solos or duets, or by larger ensembles. The keyboard accompaniments are there for a multitude of purposes, from concert performances to playing at home- and the violin accompaniments will be invaluable for those Christmas busking sessions.The full range of traditional fiddle repertoire is now at your fingertips! Using these generous collections, you can create your own ceilidh, barn dance, jazz club, Sarajevo street-café or Gypsy gathering. Some of this music is familiar, some more exotic, but all of it is absolutely authentic, faithfully arranged and, above all, hugely enjoyable. Each title in the series is available in two formats: the violin edition (with an optional easy violin part and guitar chord)- or the complete edition, which also includes both keyboard and violin accompaniments. Either format is hugely flexible, which means the music can be played as solos, duets or trios as well as with larger ensembles. Edward Huws Jones has travelled extensively researching fiddle-playing traditions. In each book he explains the background of the particular musical style, giving his own suggestions for a lively performance. And to help recreate the spirit of the music, every book in the series is beautifully illustrated. / Violon Et Guitare

The Snowman is a beautifully composed piece for the traditional Christmas time film of the same title. The composer Howard Blake takes the music through the cold wintery sky, floating blissfully as if it was all a dream.The sheet music is beautifully arranged for a string quartet. The perfect addition to anyones festive collection. / Quatuor A Cordes

11 Christmas classics. Par ILES NIKKI. Violin Jazz on a Winter's Night is a Christmas album of stylish, swinging arrangements. Favourite Christmas carols and songs receive the complete jazz treatment, guaranteeing an authentic jazz sound, and a range of styles from Nat King Cole to John Coltrane. Violin Jazz On A Winter's Night features 11 Christmas classics, arranged for violinists at an intermediate level (Grades 4-7) by Nikki Iles. The pieces in this collection cover a wide range of styles, from swing to contemporary, and draw influence from some of the greatest jazz musicians of all time, including Frank Sinatra, Bill Evans, Vince Mendoza and Diana Krall. While paying homage to American Christmas jazz, Violin Jazz On A Winter's Night also reflects a European tradition and includes stylish, swinging arrangements of time-honoured classics such as In The Bleak Mid-Winter. Rhythm, embellishment, grooves and solos are all carefully notated and the expertise of the arranger, a celebrated jazz musician and composer, guarantees an authentic jazz sound. This book comes complete with a CD of full performances and backing tracks, recorded by violinist Ros Stephen and Nikki Iles, to help with interpretation and feel. / Niveau : Très Avancé / Recueil / Violon

The most popular Christmas carols in very easy arrangements which can even be mastered by beginners. The spectrum of the selected songs ranges from traditional German Christmas carols to international melodies. All songs can be played by one or two violins.  / 1 Ou 2 Violon(s)

Par COHEN MARY. Winter soundscapes is a collection of seven evocative sound pictures, which conjure up the landscapes and feelings of a traditional hard winter. The pieces contrast one another, with relaxed fireside scenes next to relentless snowstorms, allowing young players to experiment with a number of styles and techniques. This is a great alternative to carols for December concerts and suitable for working on long after Christmas too. Ideal concert fillers for the Intermediate string quartet with the added flexibility of a violin 3 alternative to viola. / Niveau : Assez Facile / Répertoire / Quatuor à Cordes