A timeless song from the Oscar®-winning film Romeo and Juliet (and also recorded by the legendary Henry Mancini), A Time for Us adapts beautifully for string orchestra. A classic song for your performance library.
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“Jump on it” ... your kids will love this one. It has a bold tune, catchy rhythms, and comes right from the dance charts. Originally recorded back in the early '60s and made popular again by the Sugarhill Gang. Dur:...
Arranged in a solid ensemble version for strings, here is an accessible setting of the memorable main theme as heard in the movie phenomenon Twilight. Your students will love to perform Carter Burwell's simple, elegant tune that is a key part of the...
One of the all-time favorite TV themes is arranged for string orchestra in this new version that is perfect for developing string players. Your students will love playing the bold Western theme with its memorable repeated-note...
This theme from the classic film about wildlife conservationist George Adamson and Elsa the Lioness won numerous awards, including an Oscar® for Best Original Song. Bruce Chase's lush arrangement is perfectly written for young string orchestras,...
Using only a few notes, Duke Ellington managed to create a jazz standard that is instantly recognizable. With the blues form and easy melody, this is a great chance to introduce your young players to the world of jazz and...
The rock classic from the J. Geils Band that's been covered by many indie and metal bands also makes a fun program piece for strings. The easy riffs in a steady rock groove make this something your students will want to play again and...
An iconic song from the legendary showman of pop rock, Elton John. Robert Longfield's arrangement has the driving eighth note feel and all the vocal hooks that have made this a classic amongst all age groups. Dur: 2:45
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The music of Disney's Mary Poppins lives on and on and has recently has made headlines with its new adaptation for the stage by legendary producer Cameron Mackintosh. Here's the gentle, memorable ballad in an accessible version for developing groups...
A bold theme with power chords and a driving rock beat will make this '80s sports theme a must-play with your students. This version is arranged specifically for developing groups with approachable ranges and rhythms.
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Here are all your favorite “scare tactic” tunes, assembled in clever fashion in a quick-fire medley by Larry Moore. Includes as many as will fit into 2 minutes or less: Jaws, Night on Bald Mountain, Funeral March of a Marionette,...
The Beach Boys' music never fades from the airwaves with its summer fun, surfing and hot rod style that defined the sixties. Here's one of their most memorable tunes, smartly arranged for younger string groups. Dur: 1:35
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A little twang with some country slang and you've got a boot-scootin' tune that's a riot to perform. Written as an infectious line-dancing groove, Larry Moore's original is pop concert gold for string orchestras.
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From an era past comes this infectious minor blues shuffle from Booker T and the MGs. There is an open section for improvised solos, which includes an approachable written-out solo for developing players. Dur: 2:10
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Recorded by such diverse artists as Bob Dylan, Bon Jovi and Justin Timberlake, Hallelujah was also heard in the movie Shrek and most recently during the 2010 Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Vancouver. Robert's setting is just right for string...
Who can forgot the stage presence and energy of Buster Poindexter and this high octane Latin rocker? Your students will love to play the catchy strains driven by a fun and rhythmic groove. Dur: 2:35
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Few know that this mega-hit from Whitney Houston was written by another entertainment giant, Dolly Parton. This new arrangement for strings is beautifully and effectively scored for student players. Dur: 3:00
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With its remake in the film Sister Act, this pop classic has all the trademark “hooks” that work great for a pop string group. The sixties/Motown feel is fun and easy to play. Dur: 2:15
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Here's a carefully crafted version of this jazz standard that treats syncopation and melody in a practical, teachable way for younger players. A very accessible edition for your pops programming. Dur: 2:00
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Here's that famous song with the “na na na na na” hook and lyrics that name 16 different dances. It's been recorded by countless artists from Wilson Pickett to Joan Baez, and is great fun in this new instrumental version for strings....