Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.48074S

Flower Drum Song. Arranged by Bob Phillips. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Folk; Multicultural; Traditional. Score. 8 pages. Duration 2:30. Alfred Music #00-48074S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48074S).

UPC: 038081557076. English. Traditional Chinese Folk Song.

One of the most enduring Chinese melodies dating back to the Ming Dynasty, this arrangement of Feng Yang Song, or Flower Drum Song, will provide technical development, listening skills, and is just beautiful. Arranged by Bob Phillips using the G and D major pentatonic scales, the sounds that might have been heard centuries ago are well-represented in the strings. All sections play the melody as well as accompaniment parts in pizzicato or as percussive taps on the top of their instruments using the finger pads of the left hand. Correlated to Sound Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 2, Level 2. (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.48074

Flower Drum Song. Arranged by Bob Phillips. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Folk; Multicultural; Traditional. Score and Part(s). 76 pages. Duration 2:30. Alfred Music #00-48074. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48074).

UPC: 038081557069. English. Traditional Chinese Folk Song.

One of the most enduring Chinese melodies dating back to the Ming Dynasty, this arrangement of Feng Yang Song, or Flower Drum Song, will provide technical development, listening skills, and is just beautiful. Arranged by Bob Phillips using the G and D major pentatonic scales, the sounds that might have been heard centuries ago are well-represented in the strings. All sections play the melody as well as accompaniment parts in pizzicato or as percussive taps on the top of their instruments using the finger pads of the left hand. Correlated to Sound Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 2, Level 2. (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.35909S

Arranged by Sandra Dackow. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Orchestra Expressions. Folk; Light Concert; World. Score. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-35909S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.35909S).

UPC: 038081420080. English. English Folk Song.

This humorous folk song arrangement should be performed at a brisk tempo. The counterpoint makes it great fun to toss the theme around the sections! 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 3

SKU: AP.41269

Arranged by Vince Gassi. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Folk; Traditional. Score and Part(s). 124 pages. Duration 2:45. Highland/Etling #00-41269. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.41269).

UPC: 038081480879. English. Traditional Canadian Folk Song.

For a special touch at your next concert, feature one of Canada's most popular folk songs. Often sung to keep time while canoeing or around campfires, the lyrics are originally from a 19th century poem by First Nations poet Pauline Johnson, making this perfect for cross-cultural study. Although this work can easily be performed with strings alone, percussion instruments, including timpani and bells, expand the palette of colors, helping to create a rich tapestry for your listeners. (2:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.49047S

Arranged by Jim Palmer. 5 or More; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Solo Small Ensembles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Folk; Multicultural; Traditional. Score. 8 pages. Duration 2:30. Alfred Music #00-49047S. Published by Alfred Music (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).

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.49047

Arranged by Jim Palmer. 5 or More; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Solo Small Ensembles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Folk; Multicultural; Traditional. Score and Part(s). 54 pages. Duration 2:30. Alfred Music #00-49047. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49047).

ISBN 9781470646912. UPC: 038081566146. 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).

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.43746S

Arranged by Sandra Dackow. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Orchestra Expressions. Folk; Light Concert. Score. 8 pages. Duration 1:45. Alfred Music #00-43746S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.43746S).

UPC: 038081504834. English. English Folk Song.

The perfect first orchestra experience, this tune is straightforward and beautifully simple. All parts remain in 1st position and include only the most basic rhythms. (1:45).

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.45828S

Arranged by Michael Story. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Folk; Traditional. Score. 8 pages. Duration 1:50. Belwin Music #00-45828S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.45828S).

UPC: 038081523323. English. Traditional Russian Folk Song.

Varying styles and an exciting accelerando at the end make this piece a solid choice for concert or festivals. Korobushka (The Peddler) is a Russian folk song and dance. It is based on a poem written in 1861 by Nikolay Nekrasov. The music was written sometime in the late 19th century, although the composer is unknown. The dance that accompanies the song became popular in the early 1900s and was brought to America by Russian immigrants. This is a delightful and playable arrangement created by Michael Story. (1:50).

Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.43863S

Arranged by Andrew H. Dabczynski. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Alternatives. Folk; Light Concert; Traditional. Score. 16 pages. Duration 2:20. Highland/Etling #00-43863S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.43863S).

UPC: 038081507118. English. Traditional American Folk Song.

Next stop---Fiddlin' Casey Jones--- a piece that's guaranteed to get both the orchestra and audience rolling along! This is a sparkling arrangement of the beloved American folk song that beginning / intermediate string players will have the skills to play, but more advanced students will find delightfully challenging. All sections of the orchestra are featured, with opportunities for optional improvised solos. Fiddlin' Casey Jones is a great opener or closer for any concert program. All aboard! (2:20).

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.40467S

Arranged by Albert Wang. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Folk; Multicultural; Traditional. Score. 24 pages. Highland/Etling #00-40467S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.40467S).

UPC: 038081454214. English. Traditional Xinjiang Folk Song of China.

Very beautiful, yet also thrilling to play, this piece, celebrating young love, is familiar to most Chinese people. It uses slides, syncopation, rich harmonies, and unusual intervals to reflect the exotic musical melting pot that has influenced this folk music.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.35917S

Arranged by Vince Gassi. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Christmas; Folk; Sacred; Traditional; Winter. Score. 8 pages. Belwin Music #00-35917S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.35917S).

UPC: 038081407586. English. Traditional.

The Huron Carol is Canada's oldest Christmas carol written in 1643 by Jean de Brébeuf, a Jesuit missionary. The melody is from a traditional French folk song, Une Jeune Pucelle (A Young Maid). Intended as a gift and teaching aid to the Huron people, Brébeuf wrote the lyrics in their native language. The Moon of Winter is a powerful and moving adaptation of this carol for strings that will enhance your next Christmas concert, adding a sense of reverence and honor.

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.48037S

Arranged by Bob Phillips. Performance Music Ensemble; String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Folk; Multicultural; Traditional. Score. 12 pages. Duration 2:50. Belwin Music #00-48037S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.48037S).

UPC: 038081557489. English. Traditional French Folk Songs; Jacques Offenbach.

This piece arranged by Bob Phillips is a cute, fun, and easy medley of French music that uses four (quatre) well-known songs and builds to an exciting finish with the famous Can Can. It will also provide the opportunity for cross-cultural study. The melodies lie well on all the instruments, so it can be a great way to feature any section. Challenge your orchestra to see how fast they can play the ending! (2:50).

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.48037

Arranged by Bob Phillips. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Folk; Multicultural; Traditional. Score and Part(s). 148 pages. Duration 2:50. Belwin Music #00-48037. Published by Belwin Music (AP.48037).

UPC: 038081557472. English. Traditional French Folk Songs; Jacques Offenbach.

This piece arranged by Bob Phillips is a cute, fun, and easy medley of French music that uses four (quatre) well-known songs and builds to an exciting finish with the famous Can Can. It will also provide the opportunity for cross-cultural study. The melodies lie well on all the instruments, so it can be a great way to feature any section. Challenge your orchestra to see how fast they can play the ending! (2:50) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.44786S

Arranged by Michael Story. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Folk; Latin; Multicultural; Traditional. Score. 8 pages. Duration 1:35. Belwin Music #00-44786S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.44786S).

UPC: 038081517124. English. Traditional Brazilian Folk Song.

Mama Paquita arranged by Michael Story is a catchy, high-spirited, and great-sounding arrangement of the popular Brazilian Carnaval song, featuring bouncy yet repetitive eighth note patterns and contrasting styles. It's both educational and fun! (1:35) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.43787S

Arranged by Patrick Roszell. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Concert String Orchestra. Folk; Traditional. Score. 12 pages. Duration 3:05. Belwin Music #00-43787S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.43787S).

UPC: 038081505091. English. Traditional Irish Folk Song.

Beautiful, nostalgic, and lush, this intimate arrangement of Carrickfergus by Patrick Roszell, is an excellent tool for teaching phrasing and legato playing. A beautiful moment for your concert or contest! (3:05).

Orchestra - Grade 0.5

SKU: AP.35954S

Arranged by Bob Phillips. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Folk; Light Concert; Multicultural; Traditional; World. Score. 4 pages. Alfred Music #00-35954S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.35954S).

UPC: 038081420226. English. Traditional.

A fabulous, tuneful practice of the G Major scale, this piece is the perfect first orchestra piece. It also provides the chance to learn or practice lo 2. All instruments get a chance to play the lovely melody. Correlates to Book 1, Level 4 of Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.40411S

Arranged by Patrick Roszell. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Folk; Light Concert; Traditional. Score. 8 pages. Belwin Music #00-40411S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.40411S).

UPC: 038081449883. English. Traditional British Folk Song.

A delightful arrangement of this captivating tune that is easy to play! Teaching opportunities abound, including reinforcing C natural on the A string, F natural on the E string, and contrasting staccato and legato playing. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.38474

Arranged by Gary Fagan. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Folk; Multicultural. Score and Part(s). 62 pages. Highland/Etling #00-38474. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.38474).

UPC: 038081431550. English.

A lovely setting of two traditional folk songs, Star of the County Down and Brennan on the Moor, that takes us back to days of long ago in Ireland. Perfect for young groups.

By Ralph Vaughan Williams. For String Orchestra Full Score. Published by Oxford University Press.

Orchestra - Grade 0.5

SKU: AP.45817

Arranged by Sandra Dackow. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Orchestra Expressions. Folk; Traditional. Score and Part(s). 148 pages. Duration 2:15. Alfred Music #00-45817. Published by Alfred Music (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.

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 0.5

SKU: AP.45817S

Arranged by Sandra Dackow. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Orchestra Expressions. Folk; Traditional. Score. 8 pages. Duration 2:15. Alfred Music #00-45817S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.45817S).

UPC: 038081525518. 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.

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.40417

Arranged by Sandra Dackow. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Orchestra Expressions. Traditional. Score and Part(s). 76 pages. Alfred Music #00-40417. Published by Alfred Music (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.

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.41189S

Arranged by Steven H. Brook. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Folk; Jewish Heritage; Multicultural; Traditional. Score. 12 pages. Belwin Music #00-41189S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.41189S).

UPC: 038081471716. English. Traditional Russian Jewish Folk Song.

What can age yet never grow old, and grip yet always pursue? The very popular Tum Balalaika, a traditional Yiddish riddle song with deep Russian roots, contains the answer: a haunting melody. This arrangement combines that mesmerizing melody with rich harmonies to produce a lushness that will encourage and inspire your students to play with passion and purpose. Beware! It may haunt you all of your days. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.