String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1312909

By Stephen Sanchez. By Emily Beihold and Stephen Sanchez. Arranged by Sarah Cellobat Chaffee. Contemporary,Pop,Wedding. 16 pages. Sarah Cellobat Chaffee #901747. Published by Sarah Cellobat Chaffee (A0.1312909).

While the world was shut down in 2020, American singer-songwriter Stephen Sanchez made the most out of his time by posting videos of his singing on TikTok. Although he recorded many cover songs, he also started posting originals, and eventually attracted the attention of record companies and producers. This quickly led to the start of an amazing career -- Sanchez has since released two EPs and a full album, appeared on the Tonight Show, and even collaborated with Elton John! His song Until I Found You is a dreamy, lovestruck ballad reminiscent of vintage 50's pop music, and it's captured the hearts of millions of people around the globe...so it's no wonder it's now a popular request for weddings and events! This Cellobat arrangement for your string quartet maintains the catchy melodies, soaring harmonies, and soulful chords of the original for a chart your audience is sure to love. Rated intermediate; this will be playable for students and easily sightreadable for professionals.

Sarah “Cellobat� Chaffee is an in-demand acoustic & electric cellist and string arranger. Currently, she performs with legendary rock band Aerosmith in their “Deuces Are Wild� residency show, and she is the principal cellist for the Raiders House Band, playing for a crowd of 60,000 at all of the team's home games. She also plays with many other groups including Premiere Wedding Music, Bella Electric Strings, the Femmes Of Rock, and David Perrico’s Pop Strings Orchestra. Sarah has performed and recorded with numerous other artists including Disturbed, Mötley Crüe, Celine Dion, Halsey, Michael Bublé, Sarah Brightman, and Lady A. She is the exclusive arranger for a number of award-winning wedding and event companies all across the United States, including Premiere Wedding Music, Las Vegas Music Oasis, and Impulse Strings, and she has created custom arrangements for many other ensembles all over the world. You can find her at:

http://www.cellobat.com
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String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1499389

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Christmas,Historic,Standards,Traditional. 15 pages. Jmsgu3 #1075440. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1499389).

Jolly Old St. Nicholas is a significant Christmas song rooted in a poem by Emily Huntington Miller, published in December 1865 as Lilly's Secret in The Little Corporal Magazine. The song's lyrics, now widely recognized, closely resemble Miller's original poem. However, some attributions have also been made to Benjamin Hanby, who wrote a similar song in the 1860s, and John Piersol McCaskey, who claimed authorship in 1867.

Historical Context
The music for Jolly Old St. Nicholas is generally credited to James R. Murray, first published in 1874. The song has since become a staple of Christmas music, with numerous recordings by various artists, including Ray Smith, Chet Atkins, and Alvin and the Chipmunks.

Themes and Lyrics
The song features a child speaking to Santa Claus, eagerly anticipating Christmas and sharing gift wishes. This interaction reflects the broader themes of childhood innocence and the joy of giving, which are central to Christmas. The lyrics highlight a sense of wonder and excitement as the child asks Santa to choose gifts for them, emphasizing trust in Santa's judgment.

Cultural Impact
Jolly Old St. Nicholas has become a beloved Christmas classic, often performed in various musical styles, including jazz and pop. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its ability to resonate with children and adults, encapsulating the spirit of Christmas and the joy of anticipation accompanying the holiday season. Overall, the song serves not only as a festive tune but also as a cultural artifact that reflects the evolution of the Santa Claus figure from St. Nicholas, a historical Christian bishop known for his generosity, to the modern-day Santa Claus celebrated in various traditions worldwide.