String Orchestra - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1489823

By Keith Terrett. By Basil Simonenko. Arranged by Keith Terrett. 20th Century,Classical,Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Multicultural,World. 12 pages. Keith Terrett #1066696. Published by Keith Terrett (A0.1489823).

In 1942, during World War II, the British government set up a small base in the North Sea just outside British territorial waters (at the time). After the war, the fort was abandoned, but, in 1967, Roy Bates, a pirate radio broadcaster, claimed it as the Principality of Sealand. The British government’s stated view is that Sealand is within British jurisdiction. Sealand generally is classified as a micronation (a nation project set up by an individual or group, and has no international recognition.)

As pertaining to the anthem, it was composed by London composer Basil Simonenko in conjunction with the governing Bates family, and has no words. The title of the anthem is also the motto of Sealand.

Principality of Sealand: The Principality of Sealand (/?si??lænd/) is a micronation that claims HM Fort Roughs (also known as Roughs Tower), an offshore platform in the North Sea approximately 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) off the coast of Suffolk, as its territory. Roughs Tower is a Maunsell Sea Fort that was built by the British during World War II. Since 1967, the decommissioned Roughs Tower has been occupied and claimed as a sovereign state by the family and associates of Paddy Roy Bates. Bates seized Roughs Tower from a group of pirate radio broadcasters in 1967 with the intention of setting up his own station there. Sealand was invaded by mercenaries in 1978, but was able to repel the attack. YouTube Link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPicttbeI_c.

String Orchestra - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.835552

Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn. Arranged by Vincent Vitale. Classical. Score and parts. 10 pages. Vincent Vitale #3547845. Published by Vincent Vitale (A0.835552).

THE EMPEROR’S HYMN by Joseph Haydn is one of the most famous played pieces in music and was written in honor of the Emperor Francis II, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire and later of the Austrian Empire. This tune has since been widely employed in other contexts: in works of classical music, in Christian hymns, in alma maters, and as the tune for the national anthem of Germany Although playable and enjoyed on all levels it is written for young string players on the easy intermediate level and is scored in 3 part harmony with viola doubling 2nd violin and cello doubling string bass. In the event instrumentation is lacking this concept will make your group sound fuller and give your players more confidence. Includes full score and parts for Violin 1, Violin 2, Viola, Cello and String Bass. It is written in D Major and modulates to G Major. I hope you and your students enjoy performing this piece. If this composition appeals to you please consider others in this string series by typing VINCENT VITALE in the search bar located on the home page. I thank you very much for your consideration and wish you and your students much musical success.

String Orchestra - Digital Download

SKU: A0.723023

Composed by Traditional British. Arranged by Joel Jacklich (ASCAP). Folk. Score and parts. 6 pages. Joel Jacklich #2002921. Published by Joel Jacklich (A0.723023).

This traditional British song of the sea is sung, in this case, not sung by the sailors, but by their true loves left at home wishing the wind to bring their sailors safely back home. In this arrangement, the melody is shared between first violin and cello. In the second half of the accompaniment, arpeggios in the upper strings suggest the swell of the ocean waves. This work is suitable for junior high school string orchestras. Purchase includes a Full Score and Parts: 8 Violin I, 8 Violin II, 5 Viola, 5 Violoncello, and 3 Contrabass.

String Orchestra - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.922636

Composed by Johann Strauss Jr. Arranged by Aaron Meier. Romantic Period,World. Score and parts. 1 pages. Aaron Meier #5792367. Published by Aaron Meier (A0.922636).

Original by Johann Strauss II
Reduction to String Orchestra by Aaron Meier

Part: Violin II

True to the original work by Strauss, this reduction for string orchestra features the ornaments and mystical writing that defines Strauss' polkas. There are optional percussion parts to be added at the discretion of the ensemble, however even without percussion the ensemble will sound full (the percussion acts as an ornament).

Difficulty: Intermediate-advanced - advanced (best-suited for advanced student ensembles)
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Performance Notes:

• Approximate length: 3:30 minutes
• 1st Violins: In m. 1, trill a half step from a Dâ™­ to a Dâ™® 
• 2nd Violins:
 - At m. 42, divide players by 3, with 2 players playing line A and the remaining player playing line B
 - At m. 72-75, emphasize the E♭ in the div.
• Snare Drum: The buzz roll needs to be quieter than how it is played in the midi recording (*see YouTube link ↓)

History:

The Olga-Polka itself owed its creation to a Russian royal wedding which took place in St. Petersburg on 28 August 1857. On that day, amid accompanying splendour, the music-loving Grand Duke Michail Nikolaievich (1832-1909), youngest brother of Tsar Alexander II, married Princess Caecilie of Baden (1839-91), daughter of Archduke Leopold of Baden. Johann Strauss, who at that time was giving a summer season of concerts in nearby Pavlovsk, used the opportunity occasioned by the event to enhance his already enviable popularity with the Russian royal family and composed the Caecilien-Polka in honour of the lovely young bride. Indeed, it is clear from a letter which Johann wrote in late July 1857 to Carl Haslinger, his publisher in Vienna, that the new polka had been prepared well in advance of the wedding (the fair copy of the full orchestral score made for the publisher's engraver is dated 9 August) and was enjoying success even before the royal couple's official engagement on 16August 1857. Sometime after performing the Caecilien-Polka in Pavlovsk, Johann despatched the work to the Austrian capital where his brother Josef conducted its Viennese première, together with that of Johann's waltz Telegraphische Depeschen (op. 195, Volume 28), at his own benefit concert in the Volksgartenon Sunday 18 October 1857. The Wiener Allgemeine Theaterzeitung (16.10.1857) remarked that both works have caused a sensation in St. Petersburg and are truly genial Viennese sounds full of verve and melody.

Since tradition demanded that the German Princess Caecilie adopt a Russian name - Olga Feodorovna - before her marriage, so Johann's Caecilien-Polka also underwent a change of identity. On 8 December 1857 Carl Haslinger announced the publication of Strauss's Olga-Polka, on the title page of which is the inscription: Dedicated to her Imperial Highness Grand Duchess Olga, née Princess of Baden. It was under this title, too, that Johann himself first conducted the work in Vienna at a concert in the Volksgarten on 1 November 1857, shortly after his return from Russia. Reporting on this event, the Wiener Allgemeine Theaterzeitung (3.11.1857) observed: The 'Olga-Polka' is a most delightful, fragrant musical bouquet, full of fine, gracious rhythms.
[excerpted from NAXOS Records] 
Kemp, Peter. Program Notes - About this Recording. NAXOS, 1993, www.naxos.com/mainsite/blurbs_reviews.asp?item_code=8.223232&catNum=223232&filetype=About%20.......... Accessed 5 June 2020. 

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String Orchestra - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1343394

Composed by Steven Shade. 21st Century,Classical,Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Instructional. 18 pages. Steve Shade #928920. Published by Steve Shade (A0.1343394).

Fury of the Strings is a dynamic and intense composition for string orchestra that takes its listeners on a thrilling journey. The piece is characterized by its rapid tempo, vibrant energy, and a palpable sense of tension that permeates throughout. The relentless pace creates a sense of urgency, building anticipation and excitement. From frenetic and agitated sections that propel the music forward, to moments of dark and brooding intensity, Fury of the Strings weaves a dramatic tapestry that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats.

The use of dynamics, articulation, and rhythmic precision contributes to the overall intensity of the piece. Fury of the Strings is a captivating composition that showcases the expressive capabilities of the string orchestra, delivering a high-energy and emotionally charged musical experience.

This piece features lowered and high fingers in the violin and viola parts, as well as second and lowered first finger in the cello and bass part. 

Includes conductors score and parts (Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Bass.) All parts have been edited. 
Performance time of about 2 minutes.

String Orchestra - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.835602

Composed by Vincent Vitale. Contemporary. Score and parts. 12 pages. Vincent Vitale #6533025. Published by Vincent Vitale (A0.835602).

GALAXIAS II is the sequel to Galaxias but on the next step up. This composition is written in three part harmony for beginning intermediate students mostly because of the accidentals. If you are looking for something totally different and completely out of the ordinary to perform at your next concert you found it. This intense, three minute composition will certainly get the attention of your audience. Full score and parts are included.   I do hope you, your students and audience enjoy this piece. If this composition appeals to you please review others in this series by typing VINCENT VITALE in the search bar. I wish you and your students much musical success. As always I thank you very much for your loyalty and consideration…..Copyright 2021.

String Orchestra - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.859947

Composed by Antonio Vivaldi. Arranged by Steven Kruse & Penny Thompson Kruse. Baroque,World. Score and parts. 218 pages. String Play for All #4849337. Published by String Play for All (A0.859947).

Extra parts for the Best of the Seasons:
6 Advanced Violin
6 Violin I
6 Violin II
6 Violin Book 1
4 Violin III (Treble Violin)
6 Twinkle Violin
4 Viola
4 Twinkle Viola
4 Cello
4 Twinkle Cello
4 Double Bass

String Ensemble (10 Piece - Vln I x2, Vln II x2, Vla I, Vla II, VC I, VC II, Bass) - Intermediate - Digital Download By Nathan Evans. Arranged by Tom Rundle-Wood. Score, Set of Parts. 21 pages. Published by Tom Rundle-Wood

String Orchestra - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1503587

By Garth M. Williams. By Garth M. Williams (Socan). Arranged by Garth M. Williams (Socan). Advent,Christian,Christmas,Contest,Festival. 31 pages. Garth M. Williams (Socan) #1079048. Published by Garth M. Williams (Socan) (A0.1503587).

The original melody was written for keyboard but this new arrangement is written for string orchestra.  The arranger
has included a Violin III part for any young violinists who are not, as yet, prepared to handle Violin II.  This is a superb
arrangment for the Christmas season.

String Orchestra - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.861800

Composed by Mark O'Connor. 20th Century,Contemporary,Folk. Score and parts. 47 pages. Mark O'Connor Musik International #6202123. Published by Mark O'Connor Musik International (A0.861800).

Strings & Threads Suite (score - for violin and string orchestra) MO134A

Score (violin and string parts available)

Music by Mark O’Connor

43 pages - 15:00 minutes in length

 

I. Fair Dancer Reel - p. 1

II. Sailor’s Jig - p. 6

III. Captain’s Jig - p. 9

IV. Off To Sea - p. 11

V. Pilgim’s Waltz - p. 12

VI. Road To Appalachia - p. 15

VII. Shine On - p. 18

VIII. Cotton Pickin’ Blues - p. 21

IX. Pickin’ Parlor Rag - p. 23

X. Queen Of The Cumberland - p. 27

XI. Texas Dance Hall Blues - p. 30

XII. Swing 11:11 - p. 33

XIII. Sweet Suzanne - p. 37

 

Strings & Threads Suite for violin and string orchestra is a piece comprising thirteen tunes composed by Mark O’Connor. In 1986, the Tennessee Dance Theater commissioned the Suite to be performed at Nashville’s Summer Lights Festival. A few years later Edgar Meyer provided the beautiful string orchestra arrangement that is contained in this score. The individual tunes are in various folk styles appearing in a chronological order O’Connor says, not only represents the evolution of American folk music, but also mirrors his own family’s migration from Ireland and Holland to America. It traces the family’s route through the thirteen colonies initially, and then eventually West during WWI nearly 300 hundred years later. O’Connor wrote the pieces in a manner and style he felt his family could have heard along the way. The Suite begins with Irish music, perhaps similar to the music O’Connor’s family brought with them. Then in a thoughtful progression, he reveals music they must have encountered living in early America. Strings & Threads musically describes how folk music styles hundreds of years apart are interconnected – possessing a common thread – from an Irish reel to jazz. The music is suited for advanced and intermediate levels but portions of the piece can be appropriate for beginners.

 

Original music printed from the composer’s manuscripts.

Music editing, copying and engraving by Mark O’Connor

using Finale on Apple Macintosh 1986

 

Composed By Mark O’Connor

String Orchestra arrangement by Edgar Meyer

Strings & Threads Suite (violin and string orchestra version) can be heard on American Seasons Sony Classical 

Mark O’Connor – violin, Metamorphosen Chamber Orchestra, Scott Yoo

Catalogue Number MO134A

Copyright © 1986 by Mark O’Connor Music International

For more information on violinist and composer Mark O'Connor, O’Connor String Camps, Touring Ensembles, Discography, Bio, Repertoire and more, please visit

www.markoconnor.com

 

For information on the O’Connor Method – instructional book series for violin, viola, cello and school string orchestra programs:

www.oconnormethod.com