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This gentle carol is ideal for strings with its simple 3/4 melody against creative, contemporary harmonies. An outstanding adaptation from Robert Longfield! Dur: 2:25

Includes: Kling Glockchen (Ring, Merry Bell), Oh How Joyfully, and Stille, Stille, Stille.

Strings 8/8/4/4/4/4 plus Piano; Percussion 1 (Bells); Percussion 2 (Sus. Cym. Wind Chimes, Triangle, Hi-Hat, Sleigh Bells)

One of the most requested holiday songs of all time is now available in this fresh new arrangment by Ted Ricketts. Mel Torme's “chestnut” is just right for your next holiday performance, warming the hearts of your players and audiences alike.

As recorded by Mannheim Steamroller, here is another of Chip Davis' most notable carols, transformed into a contemporary pop style that connects with all audiences

This Mannheim Steamroller favourite is an energetic movement that features a solo violin throughout. The mixture of contemporary and Renaissance style also set it apart, making it a solid choice to add variety to a Christmas concert.

This jazzy arrangement of seven familiar seasonal carols contains passages from: God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Greensleeves, Joy to the World, Silent Night, We Three Kings, Jingle Bells and We Wish You a Merry Christmas. It will be fun to challenge your audience to see if its members are able to detect the various themes. Uses both swing and straight eighths while all in first position for violin, viola and cello. Add the rhythm section for a true jazz feel! Duration: 3:50

Don't miss this medley of holiday favorites for choir, band and opt. strings! Includes: Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Jingle Bell Rock, Silver Bells, Frosty the Snowman. Available: SATB, 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, ShowTrax Cassette, Concert Band Accompaniment (Gr. 2) and String Pak (compatible with Concert Band Accomp. Gr. 2).

Strings Solo Violin/8/8/4/4/4/4 plus Piano (opt. Elec. Piano; Percussion). This memorable setting features a flute or optional violin solo with the ensemble. Mannheim Steamroller arrangements, now available for strings, are superb choices to give your Christmas concerts a new, appealing approach.

This beloved Appalachian carol is simply exquisite. Here's a chance to put a fresh, breathtaking and memorable moment into your next Christmas concert. (G. Schirmer, Inc.) Duration: 6:45

Two familiar carols (“Up on the Housetop,” “Jolly Old St. Nicholas”) have been combined in this sparkling holiday number from John Leavitt. Creative treatments with key shifts and skilled orchestration give this new arrangement great appeal.

Mannheim Steamroller arrangment.

From the acclaimed CD Christmas in the Aire, this string version of the holiday favorite “Pat-a-Pan” features an energetic style with an underlying light rock foundation. Continuing the Mannheim Steamroller tradition of creative, contemporary settings, this is an attractive program piece for a holiday program.

Strings 8/8/4/4/4/4 plus Piano; Percussion 1 (Drum Set, Concert Bass Drum, Mark Tree); Percussion 2 (Sleigh Bells, Train Whistle, Train/Fire Bell, Bells, Chimes). Four songs from the film's soundtrack: Believe; The Polar Express; When Christmas Comes to Town; Spirit of the Season)

Amahl and the Night Visitors was the first opera to be commissioned especially for television and was premiered in 1951. With this well-crafted setting by Lloyd Conley, string orchestras can enjoy the charming stage music from this enduring Christmas production. (G. Schirmer, Inc.)

John Moss' Christmas arrangements have become the choice of conductors everywhere, and his newest is sure to please as well. His sparkling version of this gentle Christmas waltz is Christmas programming at its very best. Dur: 2:30

Strings 8/8/4/4/4/4 (pt. Elec.Bass) plus Piano; Percussion 1 (Drum Set, Sleigh Bells, Wind Chime); Percussion 2 (Bells, Sus. Cym, Triange).

From Mannheim Steamroller's ever-popular Fresh Aire album, this is a wonderful change of mood with its gently flowing lines and peaceful atmosphere. Robert Longfield has skillfully adapted Chip Davis' simple melody into an approachable version that works ideally for string ensembles.

Here's a creative arrangement of Irving Berlin's treasured favourite that will give any Christmas concert its final touch.

From the delightful television programme and movie that lights up our Christmas holidays every year comes this nasty villain's theme song. It's a quick-rehearsing and easy-to-play piece that will certainly be enjoyed by all.

Strings 8/8/4/4/4/4 plus Piano; Percussion 1 (Bells); Percussion 2 (Sleigh Bells)