String Orchestra - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1477376 By Burl Ives. By Johnny Marks. Arranged by Sam Araya. Christmas,Film/TV,Holiday,Pop,Traditional. 21 pages. Sam's Cello Studio #1054801. Published by Sam's Cello Studio (A0.1477376). This arrangement of a Christmas classic by Burl Ives is perfect for an intermediate string orchestra (grade 2). The violins take turns playing the melody and the violas, cellos, and basses take care of the backing rhythm to make an easy to put together song perfect for a holiday concert.An optional violin 3 part is included and the song can be performed without any basses.