The music of Vince Guaraldi became almost as much a part of the “Peanuts”® television specials as the characters themselves, and is now available in this very playable new version for young strings.
The music of Coldplay continues to resonate with all age groups. This is one of their best in a easy string arrangement that will be quick to learn and fun to perform.
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.
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.
Instantly recognized as iconic Mancini, 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!
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 program choice for your students.
This new arrangement of a Chopin classic is ideal for string teaching and performance. Robert Longfield's setting is carefully crafted for younger players and gives a wonderful opportunity to teach expressive style and nuance.
Swan Lake, possibly the most-often performed ballet worldwide, tells the story of Odette, a princess who is cursed by an evil sorcerer to live as a swan by day and a woman by night. Scene and Dance is based on the famous “Swan Theme” from the end of Act I.
Composer Keith Christopher has penned an ideal teaching piece that's also a delightful performance work. Centered around scale-based melodies and diatonic harmony, it also features tasteful pizzicato sections.
Written by classic team of Carole King and Gerry Goffin, The Shirelles went straight to the top of the charts with this 1961 hit. Your string group will sound terrific with this nostalgic pop ballad.
