Traditional Jewish Folksong-Arranged now for string orchestra the text of this traditional Hebrew song provided comfort to the victims and survivors of the Holocaust serving as a beacon of hope for the future and for humankind. A powerful musical moment for the concert stage.

Concerto for String Orchestra - the magnum opus of Grayna Bacewicz (1909-1969) the outstanding composer and violinist - was composed in 1948 and at once became one of the most frequently performed works of this Polish artist. This masterpieceof neoclassicism fascinates as much by its invention and virtuosic briliance as its harmonious combination of formal elements of a traditional nature with new tonal ideas. The form of the three-movement Concerto oscillates between that of the baroqueconcerto grosso and the early classical sonata cycle. The neoclassical tendency is evident above all in the articulation of the musical structure in keeping with the rigours of periodicity and the manner of developing thematic threads derived fromthem while the concertato character of particular movements and the generally linear texture indicate baroque connections. The first movement (Allegro) - in the form of an early classical sonata allegro - begins with a subject with energeticfigurations emblematic for the whole piece and based on a constant pendulum-like semiquaver movement anchored securely on D. It is precisely because of the nature of this subject that Bacewiczs work has been compared to the Brandenburg Concertosby Jan Sebastian Bach The second movement (Andante) while retaining its concertato charakter is at the same time an example of the composers ability to create emotionally serene lyrical moods and her sense of cantilena derived from the spiritof romantic song (a motto-subject presented at the beginning by cello solo). In this movement it is both the process of evolution and the instrumental colouring which constitute the constructional agents forming here a self-containedvalue. In thethird movement (Vivo) the composer returns to her favourite type of music understood as an expression of pure motion in the form of figural motives with infinite transformational possibilities. The spontaneity of the music the constant mutabilityof the tonal situations and the sophisticated acerbic harmonies - as Witold Lutosawski described them - form a colourful mosaic built in the structural skeleton of a sonata rondo. Concerto for String Orchestra is not only proof of thestylizing tendency of the composer but also of an unerring intuition concerning the technical and expressive possibilities inherent in a string instruments ensemble. [Magorzata Gsiorowska translated by Ewa Cholewka]

A collection of 12 traditional carols for developing string orchestra (Grade 2) from master arranger Bruce Healey. This group of delightful arrangements will become your most valuable resource of holiday music for years to come.Each carol is given a fresh creative treatment yet is expertly arranged with younger players in mind. May be accompanied by piano or harp and percussion. Songs include: Away in a Manger • We Wish You a Merry Christmas• Deck the Halls • Ding Dong Merrily on High • God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen • Greensleeves • O Come All Ye Faithful • Chanukah Oy Chanukah • O Holy Night • Pat-A-Pan • Silent Night• Three Holiday Songs (Medley including The Dreydl Song Jingle Bells and Joy to the World).Available for:04490308 Conductor / $19.9504490309 Violin 1 / $5.9504490310 Violin 2 /$5.9504490311 Violin 3 (Viola T.C.) / $5.9504490312 Viola / $5.9504490313 Cello / $5.9504490314 String Bass / $5.9504490315 Piano / $8.9504490316 / Opt. Harp / $8.9504490317Opt. Percussion / $5.95.

The Sheila Nelson Ensemble books are designed to complement the Essential String Method but are also ideal for a wide range of teaching and performing contexts. This carefully graded collection of ensemble music features traditional tunes and new compositions with flexible scoring for anything from a string quartet to full string orchestra. It also features photocopiable pupil parts together with a full score and a piano score.

Bring the excitement of traditional Latin dance to the string orchestra with this collection. Explore the 'clave,' or rhythmic groove styles, such as the Merengue, Tango, Mambo, and others in a flexible format. All instruments have the melody, a harmony part, and an accompaniment/bass line. Easy hand percussion parts are included for the string players to perform or the optional drumset part can be used. The use of piano and guitar is recommended for authenticity but not necessary. All text appears in both English and Spanish. / Orchestre A Cordes

Here's the ideal patriotic selection for every string orchestra's library. Two traditional favorites America the Beautiful and America are combined with the lively This Land Is Your Land for an inspiring showcase of Americana.

This instrumental waltz from the turn of the century continues to be a popular melody and has been heard in countless films TV shows and popular recordings. Robert Longfield's accessible new version gives your string orchestra agreat opportunity to perform an instantly recognized song in a traditional waltz style.

Par MIRANDA LIN-MANUEL. Larry Moore\'s string orchestra arrangement of the introductory song from Disney\'s Encanto captures the rich syncopations and energy of the traditional Colombian vallenato melody. / Date parution : 2022-09-14/ Répertoire / Ensemble de Cordes

Kalinka is a classic Russian folk-dance in the traditional bottle-dance format carefully crafted here for developing string ensemble. A terrific opportunity to teach and perform music style and tradition from another land.

Par . This rousing traditional sea chanty from New Zealand has benefitted from the recent resurgence of interest in sea chanties in general. Robert Longfield\'s arrangement in B minor for string orchestra gives all the sections a chance at the melody, and provides interestingtextural changes, as well. For added energy, get the audience to stomp along! / Date parution : 2022-07-28/ Répertoire / Orchestre à Cordes

A terrific multicultural addition to any beginning holiday concert, this arrangement by Sandra Dackow is a spirited rendition of three traditional German carols. These contrasting carols---'Lasst uns froh und munter sein,' 'O Come Little Children,' and an unnamed traditional tune---are a fun way to introduce cut time and reinforce bow lifts to young string players. (1:45) / Orchestre A Cordes