(Viola Duet). Arranged by Mary Cohen. For Viola Duet. Part(s); String Ensemble - Mixed. Faber Edition. Christmas; Winter. Elementary. Published by Faber Music

32 Quartets That Can Be Played by Any Combination of String Instruments. Composed by Bernard De La Monnoye, Christopf Von Gluck, etc., J. Spilman, Spiritual American, Willy Geisler, Stephen Foster (1826-1864), Edvard Grieg (1843-1907), Engelbert Humperdinck (1854-1921), French carol, Traditional, American Folk Song, English Folk Song, Henry Carey, and Catalonian Carol. Arranged by Doris Gazda. SWS. Back To School. Book. With Standard notation. Carl Fischer Music #BF70. Published by Carl Fischer Music

By English Carol. Arranged by Henry Kihlken. For 2-part Multi-Chorus, Keyboard, Optional C Instrument. (2-part). Duration 2:40. Published by Coronet Press.

Orchestra Cello, Contrabass, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2 - Grade 4

SKU: CF.SAS3

Composed by Ralph Vaughan Williams. Arranged by Todd Parrish. Folio. Cas. Set of Score and Parts. 16+10+2+10+16+10+16 pages. Duration 5 minutes, 25 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #SAS3. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.SAS3).

ISBN 9781491157732. UPC: 680160916313. 9 x 12 inches.

Fantasia on Christmas Carols offers a unique alternative to traditional holiday programming, combining beautiful English carols with the skill of world-renowned composer. Ralph Vaughan Williams uses three folk carols from his native country of England: The Truth Sent from Above, Come all you Worthy Gentlemen, and the Sussex Carol. Though shortened for time, this masterful arrangement from Todd Parrish contains moments from each carol, including the solo cello opening. A wonderful selection for any holiday concert!.
Fantasia on Christmas Carols offers a unique alternative to traditional holiday programming, combining beautiful English carols with the skill of world-renowned composer. Ralph Vaughan Williams uses three folk carols from his native country of England: The Truth Sent from Above, Come all you Worthy Gentlemen, and the Sussex Carol. Though shortened for time, this masterful arrangement from Todd Parrish contains moments from each carol, including the solo cello opening.  A wonderful selection for any holiday concert!

Orchestra Cello, Contrabass, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2, soprano Recorder - Grade 3.5

SKU: CF.CAS147

Composed by Basque Carol. Arranged by Christopher Thomas. Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series. Set of Score and Parts. 8+8+5+5+5+1+3+16 pages. Carl Fischer Music #CAS147. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CAS147).

ISBN 9781491160916. UPC: 680160919512.

A Basque Carol (also known as Gabriel's Message) originated from the 13th or 14th century. This brilliantly crafted tune is at once hauntingly beautiful, yet warm and joyous. The lasting power of this song is in the craftsmanship of the melody. Its contours are complex and skillful, yet incredibly simple to sing. A Basque Carol's popularity can also be attributed to it's elegant translation into English by Sabine Baring-Gould. While translations often feel blunt or coarse, this one is especially poetic (his wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame). In this orchestration, a flowing, cinematic style is combined with rich, thickly-textured string voicings inspired by composer Ralph Vaughn Williams. This graceful arrangement features an obbligato line on solo recorder (optional solo flute or violin). It may be performed by orchestra and soloist alone, or with soprano and alto choir (or S/A soloists). There is even a moment quoted from another favorite holiday carol, Jesu Bambino. A lovely addition to your next holiday program!.
A Basque Carol (also known as Gabriel's Message) originated from the 13th or 14th century. This brilliantly crafted tune is at once hauntingly beautiful, yet warm and joyous. The lasting power of this song is in the craftsmanship of the melody. Its contours are complex and skillful, yet incredibly simple to sing. A Basque Carol's popularity can also be attributed to it's elegant translation into English by Sabine Baring-Gould. While translations often feel blunt or coarse, this one is especially poetic (his wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame). In this orchestration, a flowing, cinematic style is combined with rich, thickly-textured string voicings inspired by composer Ralph Vaughn Williams. This graceful arrangement features an obbligato line on solo recorder (optional solo flute or violin). It may be performed by orchestra and soloist alone, or with SATB choir. There is even a moment quoted from another favorite holiday carol, Jesu Bambino. A lovely addition to your next holiday program!.
A Basque Carol (also known as Gabriel’s Message) originated from the 13th or 14th century. This brilliantly crafted tune is at once hauntingly beautiful, yet warm and joyous. The lasting power of this song is in the craftsmanship of the melody. Its contours are complex and skillful, yet incredibly simple to sing. A Basque Carol’s popularity can also be attributed to it’s elegant translation into English by Sabine Baring-Gould. While translations often feel blunt or coarse, this one is especially poetic (“his wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame”). In this orchestration, a flowing, cinematic style is combined with rich, thickly-textured string voicings inspired by composer Ralph Vaughn Williams. This graceful arrangement features an obbligato line on solo recorder (optional solo flute or violin). It may be performed by orchestra and soloist alone, or with SATB choir. There is even a moment quoted from another favorite holiday carol, Jesu Bambino. A lovely addition to your next holiday program!

About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys but technical demands are still carefully considered
• More comprehensive bowing techniques
• Viola T.C. included
• Careful selection of keys and degree of difficulty for advancing musicians

Choral Cello, Contrabass voice, Piano, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2, Violin 3, SATB chorus

SKU: CF.CM9734

Composed by Basque Carol. Arranged by Christopher Thomas. 12 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 37 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9734. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9734).

ISBN 9781491161142. UPC: 680160919734. Key: A minor. English. Basque Carol.

A Basque Carol (also known as Gabriel's Message) holds a special place in Western music. The carol originates from Basque country around the 13th century, based on the Latin hymn, Angelus ad Virginem (likely of Franciscan origin). The tune quickly spread throughout Europe, finding popularity in Britain where it was even referenced in Chaucer's Canterbury Tales: Playing so sweetly that the chamber rang; / and Angelus ad virginem he sang. . .. Interestingly, the melody we know and love today is derived from the original Basque version. In my view, this tune is a perfect example of melody-crafting. It is at once hauntingly beautiful, yet warm and joyous. Its contours are complex, dramatic, yet singable. I believe this melodic accessibility is the key to the song's lasting popularity. I would also attribute A Basque Carol's continued popularity to its elegant translation into English (by Sabine Baring-Gould, who rediscovered the original Basque tune). Translations often risk sounding unimaginative, coarse, and blunt. This translation is strikingly different. It was graced with an especially poetic translation including lines such as his wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame. I am very excited to offer a new perspective on this classic carol, joining the tradition of composers preserving and reimagining a priceless medieval melody. My first goal was to create a flowing, richly-textured, even cinematic string accompaniment for the choir. This approach was very much inspired by the dense, string-writing style of English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. My second goal was to make the arrangement flexible enough to be performed with only choir, only strings, or (best of all) both ensembles combined. To further complement this approach, I've added an obligato line for a solo recorder (solo flute or violin work just as well). If you listen carefully, you will hear a quote from my other favorite holiday carol, Jesu Bambino. I hope you enjoy performing A Basque Carol. I especially hope that you sense the ancient magic cast into this tune, hearing the ineffable qualities that have compelled us to sustain it for nearly a millennium. Whether you're a choir, a string orchestra, or a combined ensemble, this arrangement of A Basque Carol will surely be a haunting and lovely addition to your next holiday program!.
A Basque Carol (also known as Gabriel’s Message) holds a special place in Western music. The carol originates from Basque country around the 13th century, based on the Latin hymn, Angelus ad Virginem (likely of Franciscan origin). The tune quickly spread throughout Europe, finding popularity in Britain where it was even referenced in Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales:  “Playing so sweetly that the chamber rang; / and Angelus ad virginem he sang. . .”.Interestingly, the melody we know and love today is derived from the original Basque version. In my view, this tune is a perfect example of melody-crafting. It is at once hauntingly beautiful, yet warm and joyous. Its contours are complex, dramatic, yet singable. I believe this melodic accessibility is the key to the song’s lasting popularity. I would also attribute A Basque Carol’s continued popularity to its elegant translation into English (by Sabine Baring-Gould, who rediscovered the original Basque tune). Translations often risk sounding unimaginative, coarse, and blunt. This translation is strikingly different. It was graced with an especially poetic translation including lines such as “his wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame.”I am very excited to offer a new perspective on this classic carol, joining the tradition of composers preserving and reimagining a priceless medieval melody. My first goal was to create a flowing, richly-textured, even cinematic string accompaniment for the choir. This approach was very much inspired by the dense, string-writing style of English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. My second goal was to make the arrangement flexible enough to be performed with only choir, only strings, or (best of all) both ensembles combined. To further complement this approach, I’ve added an obligato line for a solo recorder (solo flute or violin work just as well). If you listen carefully, you will hear a quote from my other favorite holiday carol, Jesu Bambino.I hope you enjoy performing A Basque Carol. I especially hope that you sense the ancient magic cast into this tune, hearing the ineffable qualities that have compelled us to sustain it for nearly a millennium. Whether you’re a choir, a string orchestra, or a combined ensemble, this arrangement of A Basque Carol will surely be a haunting and lovely addition to your next holiday program!

Orchestra Cello, Contrabass, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2, soprano Recorder - Grade 3.5

SKU: CF.CAS147F

Composed by Basque Carol. Arranged by Christopher Thomas. Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series. Full score. 16 pages. Carl Fischer Music #CAS147F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CAS147F).

ISBN 9781491160862. UPC: 680160919468.

A Basque Carol (also known as Gabriel's Message) originated from the 13th or 14th century. This brilliantly crafted tune is at once hauntingly beautiful, yet warm and joyous. The lasting power of this song is in the craftsmanship of the melody. Its contours are complex and skillful, yet incredibly simple to sing. A Basque Carol's popularity can also be attributed to it's elegant translation into English by Sabine Baring-Gould. While translations often feel blunt or coarse, this one is especially poetic (his wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame). In this orchestration, a flowing, cinematic style is combined with rich, thickly-textured string voicings inspired by composer Ralph Vaughn Williams. This graceful arrangement features an obbligato line on solo recorder (optional solo flute or violin). It may be performed by orchestra and soloist alone, or with Soprano and Alto choir (or S/A soloists). There is even a moment quoted from another favorite holiday carol, Jesu Bambino. A lovely addition to your next holiday program!.
A Basque Carol (also known as Gabriel’s Message) originated from the 13th or 14th century. This brilliantly crafted tune is at once hauntingly beautiful, yet warm and joyous. The lasting power of this song is in the craftsmanship of the melody. Its contours are complex and skillful, yet incredibly simple to sing. A Basque Carol’s popularity can also be attributed to it’s elegant translation into English by Sabine Baring-Gould. While translations often feel blunt or coarse, this one is especially poetic (“his wings as drifted snow, his eyes as flame”). In this orchestration, a flowing, cinematic style is combined with rich, thickly-textured string voicings inspired by composer Ralph Vaughn Williams. This graceful arrangement features an obbligato line on solo recorder (optional solo flute or violin). It may be performed by orchestra and soloist alone, or with Soprano and Alto choir (or S/A soloists). There is even a moment quoted from another favorite holiday carol, Jesu Bambino. A lovely addition to your next holiday program!

About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys but technical demands are still carefully considered
• More comprehensive bowing techniques
• Viola T.C. included
• Careful selection of keys and degree of difficulty for advancing musicians

Orchestra Cello, Contrabass, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2 - Grade 4

SKU: CF.SAS3F

Composed by Ralph Vaughan Williams. Arranged by Todd Parrish. Sws. Cas. Full score. 16 pages. Carl Fischer Music #SAS3F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.SAS3F).

ISBN 9781491157534. UPC: 680160916115. 9 x 12 inches.

Written in 1912, the Fantasia on Christmas Carols was originally scored for baritone solo, chorus, and orchestra. In it, Ralph Vaughan Williams used three folk carols from his native country of England: The Truth Sent from Above, Come all you Worthy Gentlemen, and the Sussex Carol. Though shortened for time, this arrangement contains moments from each carol, including the solo cello opening. Though the melodies are mostly of unknown origin, the harmonies are uniquely the work of Vaughan Williams. This medley offers a unique alternative to traditional holiday programming, combining beautiful English carols with the skill of a world-renowned composer.

By 1833) Traditional English Carol (Sandys. Arranged by Rory Cooney. For Voices: SAB. Instruments: Flute, string quartet (2 violins, viola, cello). Keyboard accompaniment. Christmas Sacred. Level: easy. 7 pages. Published by GIA Publications.

By 1833 English Carol; Sandys' Christmas Carols. Arranged by Robert J Powell. For Instruments: String quartet (instruments optional). Christmas Sacred. Published by GIA Publications.

Arranged by Dan Forrest. Christmastide, Christmas Vigil, Christmas Night, Christmas Dawn, Christmas Day. Westminster Choir Series. Sacred. Full score. 18 pages. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-8720ORCH).

By Daniel E. Forrest, Jr.. Band/Orchestra Music. Sheet music. Published by Beckenhorst Press

Composed by Mary Cohen. Quartet; Solo Small Ensembles; String Quartet. Faber Edition. Christmas; Winter. Part(s). Faber Music #12-0571520766. Published by Faber Music