Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.44803S

Composed by Johnny Marks. Arranged by Bob Cerulli. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Pop Intermediate String Orchestra. Christmas; Secular; Winter. Score. 12 pages. Duration 2:35. Alfred Music #00-44803S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.44803S).

UPC: 038081515465. English.

A new take on a time-tested standard, this easy arrangement by Bob Cerulli features the cellos and the first violins. Enjoy! (2:35).

Orchestra - Grade 1-2

SKU: AP.49072

Composed by Mark Wood. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Mark Wood Series. Pop/Rock; Rock. Score and Part(s). Duration 3:00. Alfred Music #00-49072. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49072).

ISBN 9781470647780. UPC: 038081567006. English.

This multi-level piece includes a full set of parts for grade 1 as well as a full set for grade 2 ensembles. Mix and match the parts as you need---perfect for mixed-ability ensembles!

Representing one of Mark Wood's favorite places to visit, Arizona Sun was inspired by the sheer beauty and power of the American southwest, specifically that of the Grand Canyon State. The work is in the key of A major, and based on a traditional blues progression that can be found in early rock and roll. Arizona Sun features two sections that allow the players to improvise. For string orchestra with optional rock rhythm section parts. (3:00)

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Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.33658S

Arranged by Sandra Dackow. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Orchestra Expressions. Christmas; Secular; Traditional; Winter. Score. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-33658S. Published by Alfred Music (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.

About Orchestra Expressions

< p>Play great songs such as Over the Rainbow, Batman, This Land Is Your Land, and Star Wars (Main Title). Listen to and play a variety of styles of music: popular, traditional, classical, folk and patriotic. Read and write music; compose and improvise. Perform in a concert and play for your family and friends. Be a conductor of the orchestra. Learn about composers, such as Antonin Dvorak, Johann Pachelbel, Jacques Offenbach, Pytor Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Giuseppe Verdi, George M. Cohan, George Frideric Handel, Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Giacomo Puccini, Georges Bizet, Neal Hefti, and John Williams. Discover how music and art are related. Learn about a variety of musical ensembles including string orchestra, full orchestra, mariachi band, steel drum band, dixieland jazz band, rock band, and more. Play music from around the world, including North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Africa.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.49919S

Composed by Benjamin McKee, Daniel Platzman, Daniel Reynolds, Daniel Sermon, Mattias Larsson, and Robin Fredriksson. Arranged by Victor Lopez. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Pop Intermediate String Orchestra. Light Concert; Pop; Pop/Rock; Radio; Rock. Score. Duration 3:10. Alfred Music #00-49919S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49919S).

ISBN 9781470662110. UPC: 038081579313. English.

Give your students and audience a special treat with this outstanding arrangement of Bones by one of the most compelling bands in the world. Veteran arranger Victor López crafted a chart that is easy to learn and teach. This piece has all the elements of a top-notch pop tune. (3:10).

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.38463

Composed by John O'Reilly. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Score and Part(s). 72 pages. Alfred Music #00-38463. Published by Alfred Music (AP.38463).

UPC: 038081434599. English.

Explore two modes, first in a chant-like E Aeolian section reminiscent of early Medieval music, followed by a dance-like G Mixolydian section. What a great change of pace that includes dialogues between parts of the orchestra as they move through less familiar modes! Correlates to Sound Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 1 Level 5.

Concert Band; Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.49122S

Composed by Chris M. Bernotas. 5 or More; MakeMusic Cloud; Mixed Instruments - Flexible Instrumentation; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Solo Small Ensembles. Young Symphonic. Score. 28 pages. Duration 4:26. Alfred Music #00-49122S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49122S).

UPC: 038081563565. English.

This version of Ride Through the Valley by Chris Bernotas is part of our Alfred FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments---wind, strings, and percussion, including like- or mixed-ensembles with as few as 5 players. The suggested instrumentation and a customizable Teacher Map will help you plan out how to best assign parts to suit your ensemble's needs. It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys.

The fast-paced opening of Bernotas' Ride Through the Valley builds momentum, leading to a bright and tuneful main theme. A lyrical contrasting section follows featuring a warmth of colors enhanced by vibraphone and gracefully cascading arpeggiated pyramids. A brief transition leads to a return of the main theme including a key change, bringing the piece to a driving conclusion. (4:26)

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Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.44804S

Composed by Harry Simeone, Henry Onorati, and Katherine K. Davis. Arranged by Bob Cerulli. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Pop Intermediate String Orchestra. Christmas; Sacred; Winter. Score. 12 pages. Duration 2:45. Alfred Music #00-44804S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.44804S).

UPC: 038081515489. English.

This true Christmas classic, arranged by Bob Cerulli, is a great way to introduce col legno and double stops to your string players. Easy to put together and fun to play, it's a must for any holiday concert! (2:45).

Orchestra - Grade 1-2

SKU: AP.49072S

Composed by Mark Wood. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Mark Wood Series. Pop/Rock; Rock. Score. Duration 3:00. Alfred Music #00-49072S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49072S).

ISBN 9781470647797. UPC: 038081567013. English.

This multi-level piece includes a full set of parts for grade 1 as well as a full set for grade 2 ensembles. Mix and match the parts as you need---perfect for mixed-ability ensembles!

Representing one of Mark Wood's favorite places to visit, Arizona Sun was inspired by the sheer beauty and power of the American southwest, specifically that of the Grand Canyon State. The work is in the key of A major, and based on a traditional blues progression that can be found in early rock and roll. Arizona Sun features two sections that allow the players to improvise. For string orchestra with optional rock rhythm section parts. (3:00)

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Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.47459S

Composed by Bob Phillips. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Score. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-47459S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47459S).

UPC: 038081548920. English.

A great concert closer or opener, this piece is rhythmic and dance-like with a reflective lyric section and melodic parts for every instrument section. Musically sophisticated but written completely in 1st position, this piece will be fun for students to play while they develop their accented and legato bow strokes. (Correlates with Sound Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 1, Level 2).

Orchestra - Grade 3.5

SKU: AP.49071

Composed by Mark Wood. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Mark Wood Series. Pop/Rock; Rock. Score and Part(s). Duration 2:40. Alfred Music #00-49071. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49071).

ISBN 9781470648176. UPC: 038081567303. English.

Ride the Wind by Mark Wood showcases how pop/rock music fits perfectly with orchestras. The song starts with tremolo building into the downbeat---from a light breeze to a strong wind blowing and flying in the air. The middle section adds arpeggios and solos for the first violin, building up to a key change finale. This composition features soaring melodies and rockin' cellos and bass! For string orchestra with optional rock rhythm section parts. (2:40)

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Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.49461

A String Bass Section Feature. Composed by Bob Phillips. MakeMusic Cloud; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Light Concert. Score and Part(s). Duration 2:00. Alfred Music #00-49461. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49461).

ISBN 9781470650285. UPC: 038081571065. English.

A cute, pedagogically-based (get it?), first-year bass section feature, this piece will be fun and is sure to make your beginners sound fabulous. This piece is in first position for all players except basses. Basses shift up to C and D on the G string and only play pizzicato. Continuing Bob Phillips' tradition of bass section features, Dance of the Bowless Basses is sure to become an integral part of your standard repertoire! Correlated to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 5. (2:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.48073

Composed by Chris M. Bernotas. 5 or More; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Solo Small Ensembles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Light Concert. Score and Part(s). 66 pages. Duration 2:30. Alfred Music #00-48073. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48073).

UPC: 038081557618. English.

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.

Puttin' on the Pizz by Chris Bernotas is sure to become a favorite selection of students and directors. The descending bass line sets the stage for this fun piece. All notes stay in first position and the string orchestra plays pizzicato throughout. Students also have the chance to act as the percussion section. With the optional use of 'swinging' eighth notes, Puttin' on the Pizz could be a fun way to introduce a jazzy style to the string orchestra. Everyone in the audience (and in the orchestra) will be tapping their toes to this piece. Violin 2 and Viola are doubled, as are Cello and String Bass, which will work perfectly for younger string orchestras. Correlated to Sound Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 1, Level 4. (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.48056S

As Performed by Shawn Mendes. Composed by Nate Mercereau, Scott Harris, Shawn Mendes, and Teddy Geiger. Arranged by Victor Lopez. Performance Music Ensemble; String Orchestra. Pop Intermediate String Orchestra. Pop/Rock. Score. 12 pages. Duration 2:20. Alfred Music #00-48056S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48056S).

ISBN 9781470656348. UPC: 038081558622. English.

If I Can't Have You was performed by Shawn Mendes and is now arranged for string orchestra by Victor López. This Hot 100 hit is guaranteed to rock the house at your next concert. Hitting No. 1 on the iTunes chart, this solid pop-rock song will certainly add a little pizzazz to your program. A brilliant and unforgettable catchy melody, along with an upbeat groove, drives this solid pop-rock song from a new pop troubadour. Get the audience clapping along and let them have some fun. (2:20).

Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.40407S

Composed by Cornish May Dance. Arranged by Sandra Dackow. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Orchestra Expressions. Folk. Score. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-40407S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.40407S).

UPC: 038081453347. English. Cornish May Dance.

Enjoy the legend of King Arthur with this lively dance tune from days of yore! Great parts are featured for all sections.

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About Orchestra Expressions

< p>Play great songs such as Over the Rainbow, Batman, This Land Is Your Land, and Star Wars (Main Title). Listen to and play a variety of styles of music: popular, traditional, classical, folk and patriotic. Read and write music; compose and improvise. Perform in a concert and play for your family and friends. Be a conductor of the orchestra. Learn about composers, such as Antonin Dvorak, Johann Pachelbel, Jacques Offenbach, Pytor Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Giuseppe Verdi, George M. Cohan, George Frideric Handel, Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Giacomo Puccini, Georges Bizet, Neal Hefti, and John Williams. Discover how music and art are related. Learn about a variety of musical ensembles including string orchestra, full orchestra, mariachi band, steel drum band, dixieland jazz band, rock band, and more. Play music from around the world, including North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Africa.

Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.46676S

Arranged by Sandra Dackow. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Orchestra Expressions. Form: Waltz. Folk; Traditional; World. Score. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-46676S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46676S).

UPC: 038081535142. 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.

About Orchestra Expressions

< p>Play great songs such as Over the Rainbow, Batman, This Land Is Your Land, and Star Wars (Main Title). Listen to and play a variety of styles of music: popular, traditional, classical, folk and patriotic. Read and write music; compose and improvise. Perform in a concert and play for your family and friends. Be a conductor of the orchestra. Learn about composers, such as Antonin Dvorak, Johann Pachelbel, Jacques Offenbach, Pytor Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Giuseppe Verdi, George M. Cohan, George Frideric Handel, Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Giacomo Puccini, Georges Bizet, Neal Hefti, and John Williams. Discover how music and art are related. Learn about a variety of musical ensembles including string orchestra, full orchestra, mariachi band, steel drum band, dixieland jazz band, rock band, and more. Play music from around the world, including North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Africa.

Orchestra full (bells, sus cymbal/snare drum, bass drum (opt drumset), tamb/wind chimes, opt pno, vln3) - Grade 3

SKU: AP.36007

Composed by Akon, Claude Kelly, and Giorgio Tuinfort. Arranged by Michael Story. Full Orchestra; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Pop Intermediate Full Orchestra. Form: Ballade. Light Concert; Pop. Score and Part(s). 122 pages. Alfred Music #00-36007. Published by Alfred Music (AP.36007).

UPC: 038081420431. English.

This beautiful ballad featuring Michael Jackson and Akon that was released in late 2010 is sure to have a special place in your programming. Timely and timeless.

Concert Band; Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.49121S

Composed by Todd Stalter. 5 or More; MakeMusic Cloud; Mixed Instruments - Flexible Instrumentation; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Solo Small Ensembles. Young Symphonic. Score. 16 pages. Duration 2:07. Alfred Music #00-49121S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49121S).

UPC: 038081563541. English.

This version of Escape Route by Todd Stalter is part of our Alfred FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments---wind, strings, and percussion, including like- or mixed-ensembles with as few as 5 players. The suggested instrumentation and a customizable Teacher Map will help you plan out how to best assign parts to suit your ensemble's needs. It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys.

Escape Route by Todd Stalter contains musical explorations of the many different actions implied in its title, such as quickness, stealth, boldness, evasion, elusiveness, and the adrenaline rush that accompanies them. (2:07)

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Orchestra - Grade 3-4

SKU: AP.49879

As Performed by Van Halen. Composed by Alex Van Halen, Eddie Van Halen, Michael Anthony, and Sammy Hagar. Arranged by Mark Wood. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Mark Wood Series. Light Concert; Pop/Rock; Radio; Rock. Score and Part(s). Duration 4:35. Alfred Music #00-49879. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49879).

ISBN 9781470663773. UPC: 038081580791. English.

Dreams is one of the great Van Halen songs now transcribed for string orchestra. As a string player, I was enamored with Eddie Van Halen. He was a big influence on me while I was studying at Juilliard. I purposely lowered the key to A major for better playability. The tempo is brisk, yet very attainable. The upbeat and positive posture of this composition was a big attraction to me as a musician, and it was an honor for me to show great respect to the song and our string world! The play-along tracks feature my personal band! (4:35).

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.49455S

Composed by Cameron Bartolini, Joshua Cole, Shane Pittman, and Walker Hayes. Arranged by Patrick Roszell. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Pop Intermediate String Orchestra. Country; Light Concert; Pop; Radio. Score. Duration 2:00. Alfred Music #00-49455S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49455S).

ISBN 9781470660765. UPC: 038081577555. English.

Fancy Like was a surprise smash, becoming Walker Hayes's first number-one country hit. This chart-topper will be a success with your ensemble and audience! (2:00).

Orchestra - Grade 2-3

SKU: AP.49068S

Composed by Mark Wood. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Mark Wood Series. Pop/Rock; Rock. Score. Duration 2:45. Alfred Music #00-49068S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49068S).

ISBN 9781470647834. UPC: 038081567051. English.

This multi-level piece includes a full set of parts for grade 2 as well as a full set for grade 3 ensembles. Mix and match the parts as you need---perfect for mixed-ability ensembles!

String Thang by Mark Wood is based on the twelve-bar blues. The blues has deep roots in American history, developed out of the work songs and chants of African-American slaves. The Great Migration of the first half of the 20th century saw freed slaves and their descendants move to northern and eastern parts of the U.S., taking their music with them. The blues took on different forms; in turn it helped to create rock, jazz, hip-hop, and other popular genres. A twelve-bar blues uses a repeating chord progression which allows musicians to express themselves creatively with each recurrence. If anything defines the blues, it is the use of blue notes---pitches that don't usually belong in a given key---and elements of improvisation. String Thang uses both blue notes in the main tune and the solo violin's part, as well as improvisational principles in the solo. For string orchestra with optional rock rhythm section parts. (2:45)

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Orchestra - Grade 3.5

SKU: AP.49426S

Composed by Mark Wood. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Mark Wood Series. Pop/Rock; Rock. Score. Duration 4:00. Alfred Music #00-49426S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49426S).

ISBN 9781470650940. UPC: 038081571850. English.

The composer, Mark Wood, writes: Come Fly with Me comes from my personal visualization of flying while improvising music. In writing a work which combines classical and American rock styles, I have created a vehicle for musicians to spread their wings and truly learn the beautiful art of composing their own music on the spot in the improvisation section. (4:00).