Jazz for String Ensemble

A taste of the twenties a sentimental ballad a jazz waltz and some funk-rock are brought together in a suite which explores the lighter side of string playing.Drawing on a variety of poplular styles some less familiar rhythms and bowing patterns and a fresh harmonic framework it offers plenty of new challenges for the string ensemble of moderate ability without overstretching the players technically. Exciting new musical experiences await! This set of parts contains: Violin 1 x2 Violin 2 x2 Violin 3 x2 Viola x1 Cello x2 Bass x1.

from La La Land-As sung by Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling City of Stars has captured every major award including the Oscar for Best Song. It's simple jazz-inflected style is easy to perform with this skilled version for string ensemble from James Kazik.

Mixed and Children's Choir, Wind Ensemble, String Ensemble, Jazz Trio. Par TRADITIONNEL. Choeur mixte à 4 voix, choeur d'enfants,2 Trompettes, 2 Trombones, 1 Clarinette Sib, 1 Saxophone Baryton, Section de cordes et Trio de jazz./ Répertoire / Jazz Band, Chorale D'enfants, Chanteurs et Cordes

Christmas Round The World brings together carols from five countries in settings which explore the vivid national charateristics of each country through the ages.Ideal for both string orchestra and quartet use the arrangements exploit all the techniques and colous of the school or amatuer ensemble. There is plently of melodic interest for the inner parts and cello while jazz latin-american and medieval music provide the inspiration for the up-beat accompaniments. The beginners' line (suitable for Violin Viola and Cello) allows everyone to join in the fun of festive music making at Christmas.

Correlated to Jazz Expressions? , Say What? focuses on the funk style and improvising on the Mixolydian jazz scale at the medium-easy level. Composed by Jose Diaz and arranged by Victor Lopez, this chart is an opportunity for your band to play a contemporary groove and work on some jazz improvisation at the same time. There are only two chord progressions in this tune, so the improvisation skills needed are very accessible for young players. Optional parts are for flute, clarinet, horn, baritone horn, tuba, violin (2), viola, and cello. Jazz ensemble with string parts? You bet!

An inventive and accessible pizzicato work for the good beginner bassist looking for something a little different. The three contrasting movements remain in the orchestral register with space for optional improvisation in the third piece. Ideal for any bassist who enjoyed Jazz Sonatine No.1 (RM097 Pizzicato Pieces Book 1) and enjoys playing in a jazzy and rhythmic style. A simple drum beat could be added for extra effect or simply enjoy the great music written with a minimum of fuss or effort. Effective in performance and certainly 'cool'. A great piece for study or recital and a pizzicato work which offers much for performer and audience alike. Enjoy....ABRSM Grade 4 (1st mvt) / Trinity-Guildhall Grade 5 (2nd mvt)2nd movement has been selected for Level 5 and 3rd movement for Level 6 by MTB Exams (www.mtbexams.com)

Colin Evans. Four pieces in popular style for violin and cello using open strings with parts for optional viola and classroom instruments with piano accompaniment. The first two pieces ‘Nice ‘N’ Easy’ and ‘October Rain’ have open strings pizzicato. ‘Waltz in Jazz-Min Time’ uses open strings pizzicato and arco whilst ‘Caribbean Dance’ uses open strings and first finger pizzicato and arco.

Includes: Birdland; Born to Be Wild; Eli's Comin'; Here There and Everywhere; How High The Moon; Malaguena; A Night in Tunisia; Peanut Vendor; Shake Rattle and Roll; Stompin' at the Savoy; A String of Pearls; Summertime; TakeThe A Train; Watch What Happens; Yardbird Suite.

Solo Study score edition. Scored for Harpsichord (or piano) drums and string bass. This edition can also be used as a Harpsichord (piano) solo part.