for String Orchestra Score and Parts. Par LONGFIELD ROBERT (Arr.). The Song of the Birds (El cant dels ocells) is a traditional Catalan Christmas carol. It was made famous by Pau (Pablo) Casals, who is considered one of the greatest cellists of all time. He was famous the world over and played for such notables as Queen Victoria, Theodore Roosevelt, and John F. Kennedy. After Casals\' self-exile f…

from Encanto. Par MIRANDA LIN-MANUEL / LONGFIELD ROBERT (Arr.). This gentle ballad plays a crucial musical role in the movie Encanto, ushering in the reconciliation of Mirabel and her Abuela. Robert Longfield\'s arrangement for string quartet is accessible for young musicians but maintains the Colombian folksong spirit of the original. This piece will touch the hearts of anyone who has experienced…

Par GAYE MARVIN / LONGFIELD ROBERT (Arr.). Though initially written over 50 years ago, Marvin Gaye's plea for peace and understanding is a message that still resonates strongly and needs to be heard. This arrangement for string orchestra by Robert Longfield maintains the original's easy cool and RandB rhythms in a format that allows modern-day students to find a way to bring some loving here today…

Par GAYE MARVIN / LONGFIELD ROBERT (Arr.). Though initially written over 50 years ago, Marvin Gaye's plea for peace and understanding is a message that still resonates strongly and needs to be heard. This arrangement for string quartet by Robert Longfield maintains the original's easy cool and RandB rhythms in a format that allows modern-day students to find a way to bring some loving here today. …

Quite possibly one of Robert Longfield's finest works for concert band this theme and variations is based on a simple sequence of four notes. The set of six variations and a powerful finale provides the form in which Robert covers a wealth of styles portraying the full gamut of musical textures and emotions. A fabulous piece to showcase your advanced ensemble in concert or at festival. Highly re…

Veteran music educator and writer Robert Longfield brings a fresh approach to this beginning level overture. The easy and unique special string effects will give your students wonderful exposure to programmatic-style music and orchestration.

Cette valse instrumentale du début du siècle continue d'être une mélodie populaire et a été entendue dans d'innombrables films, émissions de télévision et enregistrements populaires. La nouvelle version accessible de Robert Longfield offre à votre orchestre à cordes une excellente occasion d'interpréter une chanson reconnue instantanément dans un style de valse traditionnel.

This clever concert march is exactly what you’ve come to expect from Robert Longfield. Evoking images of childhood adventures in the woods this stately march has a delightful melody and a tongue and cheek B section featuring sand blocks in a dialogue with the winds. A unique march for any occasion.

From the pen of veteran composer and music educator Robert Longfield Turning Point is a bold overture-style original work for strings designed for festival or contest use. A solemn opening is following by a rhythmic modaltheme contrastedwith a expressive middle section. The movement returns to the driving “A” theme and then into an impressive full ensemble coda.

Roberts new blues shuffle is a fun jazz ensemble-style tune that lets your string orchestra perform something a little different. Easy swing rhythms in a comfortable key and tempo make it accessible for most groups. With a littlecreativity youmight want to open up a section for a young soloist to stretch out a bit.