Mercy, Mercy, Mercy for String Orchestra, Piano and Drumset

Mercy, Mercy, Mercy for String Orchestra, Piano and Drumset Review

This truly FUNKY arrangement could not be a more fitting tribute to Josef Zawinul. Improvisational opportunities for all (suggested solos written out in parts) with piano accompaniment and drum set included for support. If your orchestra loves funky jazz, this one is for you! / String Orchestra / String Orchestra, Piano, Drum Set, Conductor's Score

Jazz Suite for Solo Violin and String Orchestra

Jazz Suite for Solo Violin and String Orchestra Review

This three-movement work for solo violin, string orchestra, and optional rhythm section brings life to any concert. The first movement is in 6/4 and alternates between swing and straight eighths. The second movement is a jazz ballad and the third is pure jazz. Chord changes are provided for the soloist, as well as written-out melodies. / String Orchestra / String Orchestra, Conductor's Score

Symphonia No. 4 in D Major for String Orchestra

Symphonia No. 4 in D Major for String Orchestra Review

Grade 3 ? This work is an energetic introduction to "Sturm und Drang" style written by the father of modern astronomy. Dotted rhythms, hooked bowings, and detailed attention to dynamic changes allow for many opportunities to work on fundamentals. Chromatic fingerings are a must: Violin 1 uses third position, and all other parts use extensions. / String Orchestra / String Orchestra, Conductor's Score

Bees Are Boppin' for String Orchestra - Score

Bees Are Boppin' for String Orchestra - Score Review

This bebop-inspired piece is a good introduction to swing eighth notes. Set in D major, the notes are easy to play (all in first position) and the piece works in a variety of tempos. Add a drummer to make it really cook! / String Orchestra / Conductor's Score

We Three Kings for String Orchestra - Score

We Three Kings for String Orchestra - Score Review

Grade 2.5 ? These are not your typical three kings-they paid attention in theory class! Appropriate for school or church performance, a lyric, mysterious chromatic harmonization of this familiar tune is wonderfully arranged by Jason Krug. Lower strings are featured regularly, and shifting is required for most. Violin 1 and Cello go to third position. / String Orchestra / Conductor's Score / Christmas

We Three Kings for String Orchestra

We Three Kings for String Orchestra Review

Grade 2.5 ? These are not your typical three kings-they paid attention in theory class! Appropriate for school or church performance, a lyric, mysterious chromatic harmonization of this familiar tune is wonderfully arranged by Jason Krug. Lower strings are featured regularly, and shifting is required for most. Violin 1 and Cello go to third position. / String Orchestra / String Orchestra, Conductor's Score / Christmas

The String Teacher's Cookbook: Creative Recipes for a Successful Program (Meredith Music Resource)

The String Teacher's Cookbook: Creative Recipes for a Successful Program (Meredith Music Resource) Review

The String Teacher's Cookbook: Creative Recipes for a Successful Program (Meredith Music Resource) Feature

• 128 pagesSize: 7" x 10"EAN: 9781574630916 UPC: 884088211059

This valuable collection of deeply insightful strategies is like finding expert trade secrets all placed together in one easy, quick-to-read source. Contributors to the book were even eager to get a look at each other's ideas! With outstanding records of performance, workshops, recordings, research, composition, leadership, and teaching, the 57 authors provide their favorite "recipes" that range from overviews of successful programs to specific topics that will inspire all levels and types of ensembles and performers.

Salsa Verde for String Orchestra

Salsa Verde for String Orchestra Review

Grade 1.5 ? Take your beginning orchestra south of the border with Latin rhythms and a repetitive motivic theme. An optional percussion part is included. / String Orchestra / String Orchestra, Conductor's Score

Bolero de Strings for String Orchestra and Latin Percussion, Grade 1.5: Conductor Score

Bolero de Strings for String Orchestra and Latin Percussion, Grade 1.5: Conductor Score Review

Bass and percussion sections lay down the classic bolero groove, while the rest of the orchestra takes turns playing the lazy, singing, rolling melody. Enjoy a warm, tropical feel as the orchestra meanders through the key of D major. First violins provide interesting flourishes with both separate and slurred bowings. A third violin part is included for viola. / String Orchestra / Conductor's Score

A Cotton Candy Rag for String Orchestra

A Cotton Candy Rag for String Orchestra Review

Explore an incredibly innovative way to use open strings and 1st finger! Using all four strings, this piece in G major can be used to teach either 1/2 position (using 2 fingers) or the backward extension of the 1st finger. Students will enjoy this good rhythmic lesson with repetitious ragtime syncopation. / String Orchestra / String Orchestra, Conductor's Score

Backyard Swing for String Orchestra - Score

Backyard Swing for String Orchestra - Score Review

Grade 2 ? This piece, in ABA form (D major/D minor), teaches multiple left-hand skills, including chromatic fingerings (in all parts) and a key change (finger pattern change). Bowing skills include articulation changes (in all parts), bow speed/control, and terraced dynamics. Written for the 2007 Ohio String Teachers Association's Middle School String Camp and named for the location of the premier, the "backyard" of the main building on the camp ground, it uses an eighth-note swing. / String Orchestra / Conductor's Score

One Digit Ditty for String Orchestra - Score

One Digit Ditty for String Orchestra - Score Review

This original by Thom Sharp offers all open strings and first finger--an interesting upbeat start for the most elementary students. / String Orchestra / Conductor's Score

Christmas... in about Three Minutes for String Orchestra: Grade 2

Christmas... in about Three Minutes for String Orchestra: Grade 2 Review

Need Christmas music for your holiday concert and only have three minutes? This jolly arrangement for middle school players fits the bill. Snippets of traditional and secular tunes make quick appearances, ending in a rousing holiday greeting from your orchestra to the audience. / String Orchestra / String Orchestra, Conductor's Score / Secular Christmas

A Handful of Cool for String Orchestra, Grade 3.5: Conductor Score

A Handful of Cool for String Orchestra, Grade 3.5: Conductor Score Review

Five beats to a bar (the "handful") and very hip (the "cool") perfectly describe this fun-to-play chart with a memorable theme. Syncopation, chromatic passages, "tremolo," and "pizzicato" add challenges for your orchestra. This piece will surely conjure up images of crime-fighting capers and old-school Hollywood high jinks. / String Orchestra / Conductor's Score

Jazz Inn for String Orchestra - Score

Jazz Inn for String Orchestra - Score Review

Grade 3 ? Feature your lower strings with this swinging, syncopated tune in B minor. Upper strings stay in their lower ranges for most of the work, using extensions and some chromatic fingerings. The notes are not the challenge here; it's all about the rhythm, and your lower strings will thank you for the opportunity to shine! / String Orchestra / Conductor's Score

Sue's Blues for String Orchestra with Piano and Drums - Score

Sue's Blues for String Orchestra with Piano and Drums - Score Review

Grade 3.5 ? A 3/4 jazz-blues form with a twist, this piece is set in the Dorian mode and features unusual changes. It also includes rhythm parts and room for an improvised solo for violin, viola or cello. Suggested solos are provided as well as changes. / String Orchestra / Conductor's Score

String Bass Online String Sampler Bass Sheet Music

String Bass Online String Sampler Bass Sheet Music Review

String Bass Online String Sampler Bass Sheet Music is a fun and easy way to actively learn, study and play beautiful bass music from a wide variety of styles and eras. 54 pieces are featured, representing music history periods, styles and cultures, including Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, 20th Century, Fiddle, Klezmer, Gypsy, Chinese, Greek, Carnatic, Arabic, Mariachi, Ragtime and Blues. These arrangements have been simplified for advanced beginners to intermediate players, and provide a representative sampling of most major forms of string music such as concertos, symphonies, sonatas, quartets and trios. As an added bonus, sound files of each piece and a self-guided string class are currently available on a website, String Bass Online: http://www.stringbassonline.com. The online string class explains the history and musical form of the selected pieces, and includes bass technique tips for each piece of music. In addition to sound files and the free string class, content currently provided on String Bass Online includes a review of bass basics such as instrument care and tuning; bass playing position; fingering assistance; bass technique tips; scales and etudes; and music theory basics (no guarantees are made that these sound files and website will be available indefinitely). Let the music begin!