SKU: A0.1143310

O Holy Night, for string quartet. Violin, Violin, Viola, Cello, with alternate part for another Violin to play the Viola part. This recognizable song was arranged to be easy to play: range limited, rests provided, melodies marked, rehearsal marks designed for easy group cuing, and the workload shared (everyone gets to play the melody). Also available for other quartets: Brass, Saxophone, Woodwind. Submit feedback at SchoolEnsemble.com.

SKU: A0.1143308

O Come All Ye Faithful, for string quartet. Violin, Violin, Viola, Cello, with alternate part for another Violin to play the Viola part. This recognizable song was arranged to be easy to play: range limited, rests provided, melodies marked, rehearsal marks designed for easy group cuing, and the workload shared (everyone gets to play the melody). Also available for other quartets: Brass, Saxophone, Woodwind. Submit feedback at SchoolEnsemble.com.

SKU: A0.1143306

O Christmas Tree, for string quartet. Violin, Violin, Viola, Cello, with alternate part for another Violin to play the Viola part. This recognizable song was arranged to be easy to play: range limited, rests provided, melodies marked, rehearsal marks designed for easy group cuing, and the workload shared (everyone gets to play the melody). Also available for other quartets: Brass, Saxophone, Woodwind. Submit feedback at SchoolEnsemble.com.

SKU: A0.1143311

O Little Town Of Bethlehem, for string quartet. Violin, Violin, Viola, Cello, with alternate part for another Violin to play the Viola part. This recognizable song was arranged to be easy to play: range limited, rests provided, melodies marked, rehearsal marks designed for easy group cuing, and the workload shared (everyone gets to play the melody). Also available for other quartets: Brass, Saxophone, Woodwind. Submit feedback at SchoolEnsemble.com.

SKU: A0.632877

An excellent arrangement of famous Song O Come, All Ye Faithful for String Quartet (Jazz/Pop Version). The composition is easy to read, fun to play and sound professional when performed. Arranged by Fishel Pustilnik, very well known as Composer/Publisher. His books Jazz & Pop Piano Paradise (Volumes 1-5) have become a commercial success and a hit with music teachers and students in Canada. (Thousands books already sold in Canada). They are also starting to enter the US, Brazil, Norway, Russia, Holland, Israel, Belgium, Sweden, Finland, Greece, Latvia and UK markets. This is a wonderful new publication. These pieces offer much appeal for the young pianist and excellent choice for a supplementary book for students from Grade 3 to 8. Lore Ruschiensky, Editor, (from review in The Canadian Music Teacher) Yesterday I spent at least two pleasure filled hours playing through your imaginatively inventive compositions. Congratulations! I trust students will decide to program your well crafted and entertaining works on recitals and examinations. Review from Dr. Jack Behrens, B.Sc. (Julliard), PH.D (Harvard), Director of Academic Studies, The Glenn Gould School I liked this book the best so far. Great work! You have a gift for melody and your arrangements are very playable. Congratulations on the 3rd Volume. Mark Carlstein, Hal Leonard, Keyboard Publications.

SKU: A0.1500348

O Christmas Tree, originally known as O Tannenbaum, is a significant holiday carol with deep cultural and historical roots. Here are some key points regarding its importance:

Origins and Evolution
German Roots: The carol originated in Germany, where O Tannenbaum was a traditional folk song that celebrated the fir tree's beauty and symbolized faithfulness and endurance. The melody dates back to the 16th century, and the modern lyrics were adapted by German composer Ernst Anschütz in 1824.

Cultural Adaptation: In the 19th century, the song transitioned into English as O Christmas Tree, aligning with the growing Christmas tree tradition in Western cultures, particularly in the UK and the US. This adaptation reflects the broader cultural exchange and the incorporation of German customs into English-speaking Christmas celebrations.

Symbolism
Evergreen Significance: The lyrics of O Christmas Tree emphasize the tree's evergreen nature, which serves as a metaphor for reliability and hope. The fir tree is celebrated for its beauty and ability to remain vibrant throughout the seasons, symbolizing steadfastness and renewal.

Christmas Tradition: The song has become synonymous with Christmas celebrations, marking the festive season for many families. It encapsulates the joy and warmth associated with decorating Christmas trees, a practice that has become a worldwide central aspect of holiday traditions.

Musical and Cultural Impact
Widespread Popularity: O Christmas Tree is one of the most recognized Christmas carols, performed in various versions across different cultures. Its melody and themes resonate with audiences, making it a staple in holiday music repertoires.

Educational Value: The carol serves as an educational tool, introducing children to concepts of cultural heritage, music history, and the significance of seasonal traditions. It allows for discussions about the evolution of holiday practices and the blending of cultural influences.

In summary, O Christmas Tree is important as a beloved holiday song and a cultural artifact that reflects historical traditions, symbolism, and the spirit of Christmas.

SKU: A0.861791

String Quartet No. 3 Old-Time (cello part – two vlns, vla, cel) MO169E

Cello Part (score and parts available)

Music by Mark O’Connor

24 pages - 24:00 minutes in length

Movement I (5:02)

Movement II (5:38)

Movement III (3:18)

Movement IV (9:46)

String Quartet No. 3 (Old-Time) was composed on the occasion marking 400 years of history dating from the days of the first European settlements. My specific task from the Hudson Commission was to concentrate music based on the natural habitat and beauty of the Hudson as well as on the time of the first European settlers. It was natural for me to think about old-time fiddling in this light. In 1909 Washington Irving described the Catskill Mountains as a dismembered branch of the Appalachian Mountains. My own Dutch ancestors settled in the Hudson Valley in the early 1600’s, and eventually traveled down the Appalachians to settle in the South in the early 1800’s. The old-time fiddling that dominated those areas along that route is the musical language utilized in creating this String Quartet.

For the musical genesis of the Quartet, I initially created phrases from the fiddle that were molded out of old-time fiddling tradition. With technical twists and turns, the phrases became unique and new but all the while still connected to the tradition. It is these phrases that I used as material to create the String Quartet. Through the process of composing, techniques such as re- harmonization, development, canonic applications spill over each other like the Hudson tributaries in the Adirondacks. The counterpoint of the Quartet invigorates and establishes itself. The result is a wholly participating body emphasizing transitions from the traditional to the contemporary in sound and style. The music here is no longer fiddle music as the inventions of the quartet embarks on a new story, a new way to play, and with a new musical idea to put forward.

Original music printed from the composer’s manuscripts.

Music editing, copying and engraving by Mark O’Connor

using Finale on Apple Macintosh 2007

Composed By Mark O’Connor

Commissioned by the Santa Fe and La Jolla Chamber Music Festivals

String Quartet No. 2 Bluegrass) can be heard on String Quartets No.’s 2 & 3 OMAC Records

Recorded by Mark O’Connor - violin, Ida Kavafian - violin, Paul Neubauer - viola, Matt Haimovitz - cello

https://omacrecords.com/omac-14-string-quartets-2-3

Catalogue Number MO169E

Copyright © 2007 by Mark O’Connor Music International

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