String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1435939 Composed by Taiwanese Folk song ????. Arranged by Diau-Hua Lim ???. Chamber,Contest,Festival,Folk,Traditional. 14 pages. Diau-Hua Lim ,??? ,?????? ,Homeland Famous Music Scores #1016105. Published by Diau-Hua Lim ,??? ,?????? ,Homeland Famous Music Scores (A0.1435939). The string quartet arrangement from the Taiwanese folk song, Drinking Song in a Farm Village, was firstly performed in 2007. The melody oringinated from a Tawanese opera.The lyrics described the immortals drinking cheerfully toghether in a festival . The string quartet starts lively to symbolize the cheerfulness . The following trembling notes look like the drunken gait. Finally, the reappearance of the lively speed implies the awakening from drunken state.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1494635 Composed by Giuseppe Verdi. Arranged by SCMusic. 19th Century,Classical,Opera,Romantic Period,Wedding. 16 pages. SCMusic #1071226. Published by SCMusic (A0.1494635). A string quartet arrangement of 'Brindisi' (The Drinking Song) from the opera 'La Traviata' by Verdi. Separate instrumental parts included in printout.

Composed by Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901). Arranged by Stephen M. Taylor. Concert, Holiday, Opera, Standards, Wedding. Score and parts. 8 pages. SMT Music #5981547. Published by SMT Music

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1104123 Composed by Frank Zappa. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 20th Century,Chamber,Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Jazz. 7 pages. Jmsgu3 #707355. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1104123). Score: 3 pages. Duration: 2:24.Frank Zappa’s song “America Drinks and Goes Home� is a satirical take on the culture of American drinking habits. The song is from Zappa’s album Absolutely Free, which was released in 1967. In the song, Zappa uses his signature mix of tongue-in-cheek humor and biting social commentary to poke fun at the country’s binge-drinking culture.The song follows a group of bar-goers as they drink their way through the night, with each verse featuring a different character or set of characters. The characters range from a woman who “wants to dance until she drops� to a group of sailors who “just wanna get high�. Through his lyrics, Zappa paints a vivid picture of the nightlife scene in America, poking fun at the characters’ over-the-top behavior and lack of restraint. The song’s chorus repeats the phrase “America drinks and goes home�, which serves as a commentary on the country’s tendency to consume alcohol in excess. The phrase also serves as a warning about the potential dangers of over-drinking. Despite its serious message, “America Drinks and Goes Home� is still an enjoyable listen. Its jazzy melody and upbeat tempo make it a perfect choice for any night out.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1489096 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Christmas,Holiday,Standards,Traditional. 22 pages. Jmsgu3 #1065943. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1489096). Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella (French: Un flambeau, Jeannette, Isabelle) is a traditional Christmas carol originating from the Provence region of France. The carol dates back to the 17th century. It is associated with the tradition of children in Provence dressing as shepherds and milkmaids, carrying torches and candles to Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve while singing the carol. The Carol tells the story of two milkmaids, Jeannette and Isabella, who discover the baby Jesus in a stable and run to inform the villagers, urging them to come quietly not to disturb the sleeping child. The song's melody is believed to have originated as a lively dance tune from as early as the 14th century, and French composer Marc-Antoine Charpentier later adapted it for a drinking song. The lyrics were first associated with this melody in a collection of French carols in 1901, transcribed by Julien Tiersot. Edward Cuthbert Nunn made the most popular English adaptation in the late 19th century. Despite its historical roots and charming melody, Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella is considered one of the lesser-known carols outside of France. Still, it remains a beloved part of Christmas celebrations in the Provence region.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1489644 Composed by Welsh Traditional. Arranged by James M. .Guthrie. Chamber,Christmas,Historic,Standards,Traditional. 14 pages. Jmsgu3 #1066516. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1489644). Deck the Halls is a traditional Christmas carol with a rich history and cultural significance:Origin and Melody: The melody of Deck the Halls is derived from a Welsh tune called Nos Galan, which dates back to at least the 16th century. The carol's melody was initially associated with Welsh New Year's Eve celebrations.Lyrics: The English lyrics were written by Scottish musician Thomas Oliphant in 1862. These lyrics were published alongside the original Welsh lyrics in a collection of Welsh melodies.Cultural Context: Originally, Nos Galan was a competitive Welsh drinking song. Participants would take turns singing verses around a fire during New Year's Eve gatherings. The transition from a New Year's song to a Christmas carol occurred when the English lyrics were adapted to focus on Christmas themes.Meaning and Usage: The phrase deck the halls means to decorate for Christmas, traditionally with boughs of holly and other festive adornments. The term deck in this context means to decorate or adorn, and it is derived from the Middle Dutch word dekken, meaning to cover.Variations and Adaptations: Over time, the lyrics have been adapted in various ways, including changing the words to reflect different cultural or religious contexts, such as replacing Christmas with Yule or Yuletide.Overall, Deck the Halls is a beloved carol that combines elements of Welsh tradition with Victorian-era English lyrics, celebrating the festive spirit of the holiday season.

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.722192 Composed by Giuseppe Verdi. Arranged by Anne Christopherson GRSM ARCM. Concert,Holiday,Opera,Wedding. Score and parts. 14 pages. Music-Scores.com #6013207. Published by Music-Scores.com (A0.722192). The Brindisi from the opera, La Traviata: Libiamone' lieti calici, or let's drink from the joyful cups. This is a fun and famous drinking song, great for a concert.Arranged for string quartet (2 violins, viola & cello).Duration: about 3 minutes.Arranged by Anne Christopherson GRSM ARCM at https://www.music-scores.com

Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1114060 By Budapest Scoring String Quartet. By David Warin Solomons. Classical,Contemporary. Full Performance. Duration 265. David Warin Solomons #715961. Published by David Warin Solomons (A0.1114060). Many years ago I set the following poem by Kenneth MacLeod to a melody for voice and guitar. This is a string quartet version of my setting, enhancing the mystery of the poem. I saw a stranger yestreen. I put food in the eating place, drink in the drinking place, music in the listening place, and in the sacred name of the Triune He blessed myself and my house, my cattle and my dear ones, and the lark said in her song often, often, often, goes Christ in the stranger’s guise. Performed by Violin 1: Csongor Veér Violin 2: Anna Fehér Viola: Péter Kondor Cello: Mátyás Ölveti of Budapest Scoring.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1167738 Composed by Johannes Brahms (1833 – 1897). Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 19th Century,Chamber,Contest,Festival,Romantic Period,Wedding. 38 pages. Jmsgu3 #768067. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1167738). The 14 Deutsche Volkslieder WoO 34 is a collection of 14 German folk songs harmonized by Brahms. These songs, composed between 1858 and 1868 and published in two volumes in 1869 and 1877, include secular and sacred pieces. Dedicated to the Vienna Singacademie, they are considered significant as they showcase Brahms' skill in arranging and harmonizing folk melodies. The pieces draw on traditional German folk songs from various regions and periods. The collection includes a variety of styles and topics, from love songs to religious hymns and from drinking songs to dance tunes. The group is a testament to Brahms' interest in folk music and his contribution to preserving and popularizing German folk songs. Brahms' contemporaries reacted positively to his 14 Deutsche Volkslieder WoO 34. Brahms' skill in arranging and harmonizing folk melodies was highly regarded by his contemporaries, and the enduring appeal of these songs is evident in their arrangements for various ensembles, such as mixed choir and wind band. These songs help to preserve and popularize German folk music, reflecting Brahms' dedication to this musical tradition. The pieces are generally lighthearted and lyrical, often performed in concerts and recordings as part of the German choral tradition.Contents:1. Von edler Art2. Mit Lust tät ich ausreiten3. Bei nächtlicher Weil4. Vom heiligen Martyrer Emmerano, Bischoffen zu Regenspurg5. Täublein weiß6. Ach lieber Herre Jesu Christ7. Sankt Raphael8. In stiller Nacht9. Abschiedslied10. Der tote Knabe11. Die Wollust inn den Maien12. Morgengesang13. Schnitter Tod14. Der englische Jäger.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.514795 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Kenneth Abeling. Folk,Multicultural,Traditional,World. 13 pages. LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS #3574857. Published by LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS (A0.514795). Ein Prosit (traditional German Folk Song) arranged here for String Quartet by Kenneth Abeling. This the most popular beer drinking song in Germany and perhaps the entire world. It is a must have at any Oktoberfest celebration or wherever adult beverages are being enjoyed! It is an advanced intermediate arrangement with a playing time of 2:30. To view and listen to this piece in its entirety as well hundreds of other arrangement and transcriptions by Kenneth Abeling at the lowest prices available please visit: www.lincolnmusicpublications.com

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1125869 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Martin Ash. Celtic,Chamber,Classical,Folk,Irish,Traditional. 17 pages. Martin Ash Music #726613. Published by Martin Ash Music (A0.1125869). If you're looking for a traditional, Dubliners/Pogue-esque version of this classic Irish drinking song, this arrangement is upbeat and vigorous. Excellent for Irish functions, St Patrick's theme nights or anything where you want some good craic! And every player gets the tune at some point. (NB very much not the Thin Lizzy version).

By Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901). Arranged by FCMUSIC. For Violin, Viola, Cello, String Quartet. Romantic Period. Early Intermediate. Set of Parts, Score. FCMUSIC #CV001. Published by FCMUSIC