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This year marks the 25th anniversary of this classic film and the perfect opportunity to perform the memorable music. Sean O'Loughlin captures the best moments in a well-paced overture for string orchestra your students can perform with confidence.

The Lady Gaga phenomenon continues with another mega-hit from pop music's most notable entertainer. With an infectious dance groove and memorable hooks, you've got a current pop hit that your string orchestra will love to perform.

Teen pop sensation Justin Bieber delivers a stunning version of this popular tune. From the album Never Say Never – The Remixes, which hit #1 on the Billboard 200, and the movie of the same name, all sections get great parts in this perfectly set arrangement

Instrumentation: Score; Violin 1; Violin 2; Violin 3 (Viola TC); Viola; Cello; Bass; Piano; Percussion (Drum Set). This pop music classic by the Mamas and the Papas was selected as one of the best songs of all time by Rolling Stone magazine. Recently recorded by Queen Latifah, its melodic hooks and distinctive harmonic progression give it timeless appeal in this new edition for string orchestra.

Veteran film composer Alan Silvestri (Back to the Future, Forrest Gump, Polar Express) brings a brilliant adventure theme to this year's blockbuster action film, Captain America. Fanfares, bold and contrasting themes, and rhythmic drive make this a distinctive symphonic march

This highly-charged medley contains four Irish fiddle tunes arranged in the Celtic rock style that's so popular with audiences today. The nonstop eighth notes, modal scales and driving rhythms will be exciting for all. Double stops should be played non-divisi when possible, and Frackenpohl suggests that the bass line will sound best if some basses play pizzicato instead of arco.  Duration 3:00. Includes: Reilly's Ree;; Drowsy Maggie; League and Slasher; Maggie's Reel. Keys E minor, B minor

One of the best-loved Christmas songs of all time, James' skilled arrangement is carefully scored for student players to play with ease. This edition is certain to be a Christmas holiday staple for years to come

Score only. The first book in the series includes highlights of classical repertoire perfectly set for a wedding, ensemble festival or any concert event. Whether it’s a professional string quartet playing a gig, or a school group getting ready for ensemble festival, or amateurs gathering to play for fun, all will be satisfied with Classic String Quartets for Festivals, Weddings and All Occasionson their stands. Here’s a collection loaded with masterpieces from the string quartet literature, plus arrangements of other familiar works. Skillfully arranged and edited by Andrew H. Dabczynski, this volume offers intermediate to advanced players a wide variety of musical choices. Optional bass and piano parts allow maximum flexibility. A must-have for every string ensemble library! Includes: Serenade (Haydn); Andante from A Minor Quartet (Schubert); Nocturne (Borodin); Allegro Maestoso from Water music (Handel); Bridal Chorus from Lohengrin (Wagner); Air on the G String (Bach); Trumpet Voluntary (Clarke/Purcell); Canon (Pachelbel); Un Bel Di (Puccini); Andante from Divertimento K.136 (Mozart); Plaisir d’Amour (Martini); Wedding March (Mendelssohn); Ode to Joy (Beethoven); Presto from String Quartet K.160 (Mozart); Coronation March (Meyerbeer)
Sleeping Beauty Waltz (Tchaikovsky); Minuetto (Boccherini)

Violin 1. The first book in the series includes highlights of classical repertoire perfectly set for a wedding, ensemble festival or any concert event. Whether it’s a professional string quartet playing a gig, or a school group getting ready for ensemble festival, or amateurs gathering to play for fun, all will be satisfied with Classic String Quartets for Festivals, Weddings and All Occasionson their stands. Here’s a collection loaded with masterpieces from the string quartet literature, plus arrangements of other familiar works. Skillfully arranged and edited by Andrew H. Dabczynski, this volume offers intermediate to advanced players a wide variety of musical choices. Optional bass and piano parts allow maximum flexibility. A must-have for every string ensemble library!

Violin 2. The first book in the series includes highlights of classical repertoire perfectly set for a wedding, ensemble festival or any concert event. Whether it’s a professional string quartet playing a gig, or a school group getting ready for ensemble festival, or amateurs gathering to play for fun, all will be satisfied with Classic String Quartets for Festivals, Weddings and All Occasionson their stands. Here’s a collection loaded with masterpieces from the string quartet literature, plus arrangements of other familiar works. Skillfully arranged and edited by Andrew H. Dabczynski, this volume offers intermediate to advanced players a wide variety of musical choices. Optional bass and piano parts allow maximum flexibility. A must-have for every string ensemble library!

Viola. The first book in the series includes highlights of classical repertoire perfectly set for a wedding, ensemble festival or any concert event. Whether it’s a professional string quartet playing a gig, or a school group getting ready for ensemble festival, or amateurs gathering to play for fun, all will be satisfied with Classic String Quartets for Festivals, Weddings and All Occasionson their stands. Here’s a collection loaded with masterpieces from the string quartet literature, plus arrangements of other familiar works. Skillfully arranged and edited by Andrew H. Dabczynski, this volume offers intermediate to advanced players a wide variety of musical choices. Optional bass and piano parts allow maximum flexibility. A must-have for every string ensemble library!

Cello. The first book in the series includes highlights of classical repertoire perfectly set for a wedding, ensemble festival or any concert event. Whether it’s a professional string quartet playing a gig, or a school group getting ready for ensemble festival, or amateurs gathering to play for fun, all will be satisfied with Classic String Quartets for Festivals, Weddings and All Occasionson their stands. Here’s a collection loaded with masterpieces from the string quartet literature, plus arrangements of other familiar works. Skillfully arranged and edited by Andrew H. Dabczynski, this volume offers intermediate to advanced players a wide variety of musical choices. Optional bass and piano parts allow maximum flexibility. A must-have for every string ensemble library!

Bass (optional). The first book in the series includes highlights of classical repertoire perfectly set for a wedding, ensemble festival or any concert event. Whether it’s a professional string quartet playing a gig, or a school group getting ready for ensemble festival, or amateurs gathering to play for fun, all will be satisfied with Classic String Quartets for Festivals, Weddings and All Occasionson their stands. Here’s a collection loaded with masterpieces from the string quartet literature, plus arrangements of other familiar works. Skillfully arranged and edited by Andrew H. Dabczynski, this volume offers intermediate to advanced players a wide variety of musical choices. Optional bass and piano parts allow maximum flexibility. A must-have for every string ensemble library!

Piano Accompaniment (optional). The first book in the series includes highlights of classical repertoire perfectly set for a wedding, ensemble festival or any concert event. Whether it’s a professional string quartet playing a gig, or a school group getting ready for ensemble festival, or amateurs gathering to play for fun, all will be satisfied with Classic String Quartets for Festivals, Weddings and All Occasionson their stands. Here’s a collection loaded with masterpieces from the string quartet literature, plus arrangements of other familiar works. Skillfully arranged and edited by Andrew H. Dabczynski, this volume offers intermediate to advanced players a wide variety of musical choices. Optional bass and piano parts allow maximum flexibility. A must-have for every string ensemble library!

Key: E Minor. High energy and strong rhythms in three time signatures (4/4, 5/4 and 3/4) describe the ever-forward momentum of this creative original. The modal opening and closing sections are separated by a lyrical, Baroque-like setting. For best results, dynamics, articulations and accents should be exaggerated throughout. Duration: 2:50 American Grade 3

This humorous little cha-cha recalls all the happy sounds of the family percolator. It replicates in sound the squeaks, blurbles, slurps, and wheezes of these once-essential kitchen appliances. Designed to make you smile and to recall nostalgic moments over the kitchen table, the piece will leave you tapping your feet and swaying a bit at the Latin beat. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a cup of coffee!

This arrangement provides great flexibility and many performance opportunities. The piece can feature all the violins or just two soloists. A third violin part is included to be used by the sections behind soloists. Typical Vivaldi, this one is sure to be a hit.

These two tunes represent the very best of the fiddling tradition! Equally exciting to play and to listen to, each instrument plays predominantly in first position, yet each will enjoy the challenge of the bowing patterns and the tempo. A great finale or encore piece!

Turn your orchestra into a big band for the night with Duke Ellington's swing classics. The loping bass line, the sinewy horn parts, and the intricate harmonies of “Echoes of Harlem” are translated into an artful arrangement for string orchestra. The warm, chocolaty tones of the viola really shine in this piece. In this delightful rendition of “I'm Just a Lucky So and So,” the violist plays the saxophone and trombone parts while the second violinist sings. The lighthearted song has been recorded by everyone from Tony Bennett to Ella Fitzgerald to Diana Krall.

With much of the composer's signature use of folk idioms and lyricism, this piece offers great teaching possibilities, including a slow middle section in E Major with a bass solo. The exuberant accelerando ending will put an exclamation point to this certain favourite with your students and audiences

Join the fun of Glee and spread Christmas cheer with dazzling renditions of these holiday classics in a medley that will add sparkle to every December concert! Includes: Deck the Rooftop; Merry Christmas, Darling; Angels We Have Heard on High; O Christmas Tree

The music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart continues to be well-loved by musicians the world over. The Gloria from the Mass in C Minor is jubilant and majestic in character, making it the perfect program opener or closer. This grade 3+ arrangement in the original key of C major closely follows the original vocal and instrumental lines. Imitative in nature, all parts have interesting melodic lines. Duration 2:10. Key:

The creative spirit of Chip Davis and Mannheim Steamroller have a long tradition of unique holiday settings. This string adaptation from A Fresh Aire Christmas uses a variety of textures, countermelodies, and approachable string techniques to build emotional intensity throughout this impressive programme number

Recorded many times by top artists, including Carrie Underwood, this syncopated pop ballad will delight students and audiences. Give your bass players the responsibility to keep a steady tempo!

Go ahead and JUMP! Fun to play and great for working on bowings! The familiar rhythm will energise students and audience alike. Includes an optional electric bass part, so let those bass players rock out.

Based on Bad Romance. Music styles four centuries apart collide in this creative “baroque meets techno” treatment of one of Lady Gaga's biggest hits. Inspired by the YouTube mega-hit, this fugue-style movement is certain to be the audience pleaser of the year

Are your string players ready to take the challenge? This high-spirited showcase from Corelli’s most famous student will instantly grab your audience’s attention. Made to play fast, this is just the kind of talian Baroque music that string players love to play! It’s ideal as an opener or even as an encore.

This lovely German song offers the opportunity to teach compound meter, isolating excerpts collaterally with rhythmic exercises, and working on smooth string crossings. Extended positions are featured in the cello part with accidentals sprinkled throughout the other parts as well. A beautiful soli section will be popular with cellists against a moving bass line.

Add some sizzle to your next concert with some Bollywood style! Maharaja combines rhythms and motifs from Indian music with exciting melodies. Slurred pizzicato imitates the sound of tabla drums while finger snaps and triplet flourishes add to the Southeast Asian flavour. Teachers will appreciate challenging their students with advanced fingerings and rhythms throughout the piece and students and audiences will thrill to this unique musical experience.

The gentle folk style of this Mancini film theme is a perfect fit for string groups with its Celtic-flavored tune. Robert's tasteful version features violin solo moments, a striking key change, and a terrific opportunity to teach and reinforce dotted eighth/sixteenth note figures.

“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.

Score only. A collection of movie hits wonderfully arranged for intermediate and advanced level string quartets. Optional bass part also available. Just the thing for concerts, wedding receptions, parties, and other events. Titles include: Nobody Does It Better (from The Spy Who Love me); Dexter’s Tune (from Awakenings); Raiders March (from Raiders of the Lost Ark); The Magnificent Seven; James Bond Theme ; The Gremlin Rag (from Gremlins); Hedwig’s Theme (from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone); Hushabye Mountain (from Chitty Chitty Bang Band); The Prayer (from Quest for Camelot); All Time High (from Octopussy); The Throne Room (And End Title) (from Star Wars).

Violin 1. A collection of movie hits wonderfully arranged for intermediate and advanced level string quartets. Optional bass part also available. Just the thing for concerts, wedding receptions, parties, and other events. Titles include: Nobody Does It Better (from The Spy Who Love me); Dexter’s Tune (from Awakenings); Raiders March (from Raiders of the Lost Ark); The Magnificent Seven; James Bond Theme ; The Gremlin Rag (from Gremlins); Hedwig’s Theme (from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone); Hushabye Mountain (from Chitty Chitty Bang Band); The Prayer (from Quest for Camelot); All Time High (from Octopussy); The Throne Room (And End Title) (from Star Wars).

Violin 2. A collection of movie hits wonderfully arranged for intermediate and advanced level string quartets. Optional bass part also available. Just the thing for concerts, wedding receptions, parties, and other events. Titles include: Nobody Does It Better (from The Spy Who Love me); Dexter’s Tune (from Awakenings); Raiders March (from Raiders of the Lost Ark); The Magnificent Seven; James Bond Theme ; The Gremlin Rag (from Gremlins); Hedwig’s Theme (from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone); Hushabye Mountain (from Chitty Chitty Bang Band); The Prayer (from Quest for Camelot); All Time High (from Octopussy); The Throne Room (And End Title) (from Star Wars).

Viola. A collection of movie hits wonderfully arranged for intermediate and advanced level string quartets. Optional bass part also available. Just the thing for concerts, wedding receptions, parties, and other events. Titles include: Nobody Does It Better (from The Spy Who Love me); Dexter’s Tune (from Awakenings); Raiders March (from Raiders of the Lost Ark); The Magnificent Seven; James Bond Theme ; The Gremlin Rag (from Gremlins); Hedwig’s Theme (from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone); Hushabye Mountain (from Chitty Chitty Bang Band); The Prayer (from Quest for Camelot); All Time High (from Octopussy); The Throne Room (And End Title) (from Star Wars).

Cello. A collection of movie hits wonderfully arranged for intermediate and advanced level string quartets. Optional bass part also available. Just the thing for concerts, wedding receptions, parties, and other events. Titles include: Nobody Does It Better (from The Spy Who Love me); Dexter’s Tune (from Awakenings); Raiders March (from Raiders of the Lost Ark); The Magnificent Seven; James Bond Theme ; The Gremlin Rag (from Gremlins); Hedwig’s Theme (from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone); Hushabye Mountain (from Chitty Chitty Bang Band); The Prayer (from Quest for Camelot); All Time High (from Octopussy); The Throne Room (And End Title) (from Star Wars).

Bass (optional). A collection of movie hits wonderfully arranged for intermediate and advanced level string quartets. Just the thing forconcerts, wedding receptions, parties, and other events. Titles include: Nobody Does It Better (from The Spy Who Love me); Dexter’s Tune (from Awakenings); Raiders March (from Raiders of the Lost Ark); The Magnificent Seven; James Bond Theme ; The Gremlin Rag (from Gremlins); Hedwig’s Theme (from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone); Hushabye Mountain (from Chitty Chitty Bang Band); The Prayer (from Quest for Camelot); All Time High (from Octopussy); The Throne Room (And End Title) (from Star Wars).

A blast from the past, yet new audiences are discovering this '80s rock classic. The challenging rhythms, dynamics, and sonic textures of this arrangement grab the attention of today’s young musicians and listeners alike. Detailed instructions are included to help capture the style.

Much mystery surrounds the Requiem which Mozart was writing just before his death and that mystery can be felt in this arrangement of the choral section Dies Irae (Day of Wrath). It will provide a serious and full sounding addition to your next concert. Written with the young orchestra in mind, this piece will allow your students to experience Mozart’s powerful final work without struggling for notes.

This is the piece for you! Featuring the beloved themes of Great Britain, France, Germany, Spain, Canada, and concluding with Star-Spangled Banner.

Bob Seger's signature song has become a rock and roll icon with its bluesy melody and driving rock groove. Larry Moore's solid arrangement makes it fun and playable for your string players' pop performances. Instrumentation: Full Score: 8 Violin 1; 8 Violin 2; 4 Violin 3 (Viola T.C.); 4 Viola; 4 Cello; 4 String Bass; Peruccion 1; 2 Percussion 2; Piano. Bob Seger's signature song has become a rock and roll icon with its bluesy melody and driving rock groove. Larry Moore's solid arrangement makes it fun and playable for your string players' pop performances.

This stunningly beautiful reduction in G Major provides great parts for all players with each one taking a turn playing the pizzicato harp-like accompaniment while the melody is also shared by most sections. The elegant melody soars over the slow and steady rhythm based on the rhythmic structure of the Spanish court dance of the same name. This piece also provides opportunities to practice chromatic alterations and maintaining a piano dynamic with clarity.

Instantly recognized as a Mancini icon, Peter Gunn has all the elements for guaranteed audience enjoyment. An insistent bass and piano line, bluesy, brassy licks, one-chord harmony, and space for soloists to stretch out a bit (written ad lib-style solo provided). Now your string orchestra can be a big swing machine!

Score, Violin 1, Violin 2, Violin 3 (or Viola TC), Viola, Cello, Bass, Piano, Percussion 1 (Drum Set), Percussion 2 (Triangle). Henry Mancini's most recognized theme is a jazz classic that your students will love to play with this new arrangement from Robert Longfield. Great riffs, cool harmonies, and a spot for a jazz violin solo (written version included) make it a super choice for your students.

Johnny Depp and Disney have once again captivated audiences with another sequel of high seas adventure and movie magic. Hans Zimmer's famous themes are combined with exciting new music into this spectacular showcase for strings

Filled with surprise and humor, any fan of Bugs Bunny will recognize these unforgettable themes! The zany music of the Raymond Scott Quintette, originally recorded in the late 1930s, was a popular resource for the early Warner Bros. cartoons scored by Carl Stalling

The Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, which shares its northern border with the Republic of Mongolia and Russia, is China’s third largest province. This popular folk song describes dawn and dusk in this land of vast grasslands-- blue skies, white clouds, gentle breezes, and a flock of sheep that look like silver spilled on the prairie. Solos for violin and cello offer the perfect opportunity to feature and challenge your star players. Duration 3:40. Keys: G,Eb,F

The clever title combines the word quiet with etude, the French word for a musical study. Inspired by the notion of world peace, the composer communicates this idea through a series of engaging melodic and harmonic sections in G minor and D minor, ultimately ending on a major chord to express hopefulness. The haunting melodies and mature sound of this grade 3 work make this a memorable and thought-provoking addition to any concert.

The classic Dvorák violin solo, tastefully arranged for string orchestra, is perfect for any concert. Filled with emotion from the delicate pizzicatos to the passionate sforzandos, this piece highlights the full dynamic range of the ensemble. Perfect for teaching musicianship and playing with elegance.

A catchy tune featuring fun fiddling, alternating time signatures, pentatonic patterns, and modulation to the relative major key! This piece is just plain fun for students as well as a definite crowd-pleaser! All parts take a turn at one of the main themes. Various bowing styles and textures provide a wide range of educational and musical experiences. Optional ottava and third position for the first violins.

Considered to be one of the greatest rock songs of all time, Nirvana's alternative rock anthem features a strong riff, engaging rhythms, and striking dynamic changes. Larry Moore's arrangement also gives a great opportunity to feature a guitar soloist with your group.

Score, Violin 1, Violin 2, Violin 3 (or Viola TC), Viola, Cello, Bass, Piano. From the composer of Lord of the Dance and Celtic Tiger comes this sensitive ballad, superbly arranged for string ensemble. The simple, soaring melody is contemporary Celtic style at its best, and students will love to perform this powerful concert feature.

The hauntingly beautiful English folk song, “I’ll Love My Love,” tells the story of a young lady grief- stricken after her true love is sent off to sea. This arrangement is based on the second movement of Holst’s band masterwork, Second Suite for Military Band. A great piece to teach phrasing and expression as every section gets a musical moment to shine

Add some real emotion to your next concert with this arrangement from Dvorák’s famous vocal work, “Gypsy Songs.” This very sentimental song describes a mother teaching her child the same Gypsy songs passed down from generations. This arrangement features the viola section and gives the director flexibility to have one or two optional viola solists instead of the soli section. Very passionate and true to the Romantic style, this is a great piece to introduce your students to Dvorák and expressive playing.

Hot off the charts! Buckcherry’s signature sound is characterised as classic rock with a fresh twist. Featuring solid scoring at a relaxed rock tempo, this one is a great choice that’ll have them coming back for more!

This energetic and spooky scherzo is a great piece for teaching the key of G minor to a young orchestra. It features a melody based on a scale in broken thirds with short fast bow strokes. All the instruments get the melody and the double basses get lots of interesting material. Some shifting to 3rd position for first violin and bass is included as well as 2nd position for cello. Perfect for developing trills, dynamics, and bow distribution, this piece also includes several poco rits and fermatas for teaching tempo changes.

Good, solid Mozart! Perfect for any event and it’s really fun to tell the orchestra that he wrote this when he was nine years old!

Includes: 1. Lord, Lovely Hast Thou Made My Dear!; 2 Whene'er The Tambourine I Hear; 3. Cold Winter, Villain That Thou Art. Strings 8/8/5/5/5.

Includes: 1. Nicolette 2. Three Lovely Birds from Paradise 3. Roudelay Strings 8/8/5/5/5.

Aerosmith's signature song has also been covered by rappers Run DMC and rock violinist David Garrett, and recently featured on Dancing with the Stars. You can let your string players rock out and also let a budding young guitarist “turn it up to eleven.

Allow your students to explore expressive playing and give aural attention to harmonies, particularly in the chromatic inner lines.

Jared Spears, composer of the classic piece, Dance Diabolique, brings us this new programmatic work. Inspired by his many visits to the beautiful Wind River wilderness area in northwestern Wyoming during his college days, it is a satisfying mix of serene, peaceful passages and bold, exciting themes, with colourful surprises around every corner. Duration: 3:25 American Grade 3