SKU: A0.1307119

Indulge in the sultry and enchanting world of Love Me Like You Do from the iconic film 50 Shades of Grey, beautifully arranged for a string quartet. This arrangement captures the sensuality and passion of the original, making it a perfect choice for weddings, romantic events, or any occasion where love and desire take center stage.

Key Features:
1. Sensual Melodies: Immerse yourself in the seductive and emotive melodies of Love Me Like You Do, thoughtfully transcribed for violin, viola, and cello. The string quartet arrangement retains the song's intense and passionate essence, creating a stirring and intimate experience.

2. Versatile Performance: Whether you're planning a wedding ceremony, a sultry cocktail hour, an anniversary celebration, or a romantic dinner, this arrangement adds a touch of sophistication and allure to your event. It appeals to both classical music enthusiasts and contemporary music lovers.

3. Professional Arrangement: Crafted by skilled musicians, this arrangement ensures that each instrument contributes to the rich and emotionally charged performance, delivering a captivating and memorable musical experience.

4. Emotional Depth: Love Me Like You Do is a song that resonates deeply with its themes of love, desire, and vulnerability. When performed by a string quartet, these emotions are intensified, creating a truly unforgettable experience.

Experience the intoxicating charm of Love Me Like You Do through this exquisite string quartet arrangement. Let the music tell your love story and create memories that will last a lifetime, leaving your audience captivated and enthralled.

SKU: A0.1048902

Work Title String Quartet No.2
Composer Bazzini, Antonio
Opus/Catalogue Number Op.75
Key D minor
Movements/Sections 4 movements:

I. Allegro appassionato
II. Andante con moto
III. Gavotte. Allegretto
IV. Quasi presto

SKU: A0.933787

A slow movement from Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 2 (Op. 2, No. 2) arranged for string quartet. This early composition lends itself well to strings. [I apologize that the sound file is just the computer playing, and not very well. I hope to put up a sample of a real quartet soon.]

Key: A major (originally D major); Duration: 6:00

SKU: A0.826382

Work Title String Quartet in E minor, Op.1 No.1
Composer Bagge, Selmar
Opus/Catalogue Number Op.1 No.1
Movements/Sections 4

I. Andante sostenuto — Allegro assai
II. Adagio cantabile con molto espressione
III. Menuetto and Trio. Allegro appassionato
IV. Finale. Allegro

SKU: A0.834000

Great addition to your quartet's repertoire. Also great for teachers of groups of like instruments and school ensembles.

SKU: A0.1111753

Work Title String Quartet No.15
Composer Beethoven, Ludwig van
Opus/Catalogue Number Op.132
Key A minor
Movements/Sections 5 movements:

1. Assai sostenuto - Allegro (A minor)
2. Allegro ma non tanto (A major)
3. Molto adagio (A minor)
4. Alla marcia, assai vivace (A major)
5. Allegro appassionato (A minor)

SKU: A0.1306575

Product Title: Every Kind of Way by H.E.R. - String Quartet Arrangement

Product Description:

Delve into the soulful sounds of Every Kind of Way by H.E.R. with our enchanting string quartet arrangement. This rendition captures the emotional depth and contemporary elegance of the original song, making it a perfect choice for weddings, special events, and performances that seek to convey love and passion through music.

Key Features:

1. **Soulful Elegance:** Every Kind of Way by H.E.R. is celebrated for its heartfelt lyrics and emotive melody. Our string quartet arrangement pays homage to the song's emotional depth while adding a touch of classical refinement, resulting in a captivating and emotionally charged performance.

2. **Versatile Usage:** This arrangement is ideal for various settings, from wedding ceremonies and romantic events to concerts and intimate gatherings, creating an atmosphere of love and passion through the musical performance.

3. **Professionally Notated:** Our sheet music is professionally notated, ensuring that each member of your quartet has meticulously crafted parts that harmonize seamlessly, delivering a polished and expressive performance.

4. **Room for Artistic Interpretation:** While staying true to the original, our arrangement allows for artistic interpretation, granting your ensemble the freedom to infuse their unique style and emotions into the performance.

5. **Instant Digital Download:** Skip the wait for physical sheet music. With digital access, you can instantly download the sheet music, making rehearsal and preparation convenient and efficient.

Express the depth of love and passion through Every Kind of Way with your string quartet. This arrangement was thoughtfully designed to bridge the gap between contemporary sentiment and classical sophistication, offering an emotional and elegant musical experience. Order your copy today and embark on a musical journey that resonates with love and passion, leaving a lasting impression on your audience and enhancing the ambiance of your special events.

SKU: A0.613025

THE JOURNEY OF LIFE for string quartet, is the 1st Movement of a larger work titled LIFE CELEBRATION. It departs from a normal tonal center and incorporates a contrapuntal style of composition. Each movement in LIFE CELEBRATION can be performed by itself as a stand alone, or together as a three movement string quartet. In a basic classical setting where a touch of 20th century music is desired, one movement might be ideal. All are relatively short, yet give the listener a variety of sounds to experience. All in all, this string quartet is a celebration of The Journey of Life (1st movement), Celebration of Compassion (2nd movement), and Jubilation Celebration (3rd movement). Truly, a LIFE CELEBRATION.

SKU: A0.1491194

Good King Wenceslas is a well-known Christmas carol that narrates the story of a kind-hearted ruler who braves winter weather to help a poor peasant. The carol is inspired by the historical figure of Saint Wenceslas I, Duke of Bohemia, who lived from approximately 907 to 935 AD. Although he is referred to as a king in the carol, he was a duke during his lifetime; the title of king was conferred upon him posthumously by Holy Roman Emperor Otto I.

Historical Context

Wenceslas was born into a Christian family and raised primarily by his grandmother, Ludmila, who significantly influenced his faith. His mother, Drahomíra, was aligned with paganism and ultimately had Ludmila murdered to gain power. Upon becoming Duke at 18, Wenceslas sought to promote Christianity and was known for his charitable acts, especially towards the poor and marginalized. His reign was marked by efforts to end religious conflicts and to build churches, including part of what is now St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague. However, his commitment to Christianity and his benevolent nature made him a target for his jealous younger brother, Boleslav, who ultimately conspired to murder him in 929 or 935 AD.

The Carol

The carol Good King Wenceslas was written in 1853 by English hymn-writer John Mason Neale, set to a melody from a 13th-century spring carol. It was designed to encourage Christian charity, particularly during Christmas, and is traditionally sung on the Feast of Stephen, December 26. The lyrics depict Wenceslas and his page witnessing a poor man gathering firewood and deciding to help him by bringing food and supplies. This story reflects the historical Wenceslas's reputation for generosity and compassion, which has led to his veneration as a saint and the patron saint of the Czech Republic. His legacy is celebrated in the Czech Republic, where he is known as Václav, and he is commemorated on September 28, known as St. Wenceslas Day.

Cultural Significance

The carol has become a staple of Christmas music in the English-speaking world, performed by various artists and choirs. It serves not only as a festive song but also as a reminder of the values of charity and kindness, echoing the life and virtues of the historical Wenceslas.

SKU: A0.798083

Chega de Saudade (Brazilian Portuguese: ['ʃega dÊ’i saw'dadÊ’i]) (published English version is No More Blues) is a bossa nova jazz standard. It is often considered to be the first recorded bossa nova song. The music was composed by Antonio Carlos Jobim and the lyrics were written by Vinícius de Moraes. João Gilberto's recording is the most famous.

The song was first recorded in 1957 by Brazilian singer Elizete Cardoso and released on her 1958 album entitled Canção Do Amor Demais; however, the public took little notice of her release. João Gilberto included the second recorded version of the track in 1958. Released as a single, the song became a hit and would solidify bossa nova as a permanent genre in the Latin music lexicon. The song also appeared on Gilberto's first album Chega De Saudade.

The title can be translated roughly as enough longing, though the Portuguese word, saudade, carries with it a far more complex meaning. The word implies an intensity of heartfelt connection that is yearned for passionately, not unlike feeling withdrawal symptoms from a drug that makes one feel good. Another good analogy might be an intense homesickness. Chega, in this case, means no more, enough.

The song form is 64 measures. It is equally split between 32 measures in a minor key and the 32 measures in a major key. The key of the original recording by Elizete Cardoso went from D minor (the relative minor of F with one flat) to D major (two sharps).

Arranged for String Quartet. Key of D. Early Intermediate.

SKU: A0.508952

The famous Corta-jaca, the name with which the Gaucho tango became popular, is one of the most recorded and known songs by Chiquinha Gonzaga, alongside Ó abre alas, Lua Branca and Atraente. He was born on the stages of musical theaters, where he was danced in the final scene of the burlesque operetta of national customs Zizinha Maxixe, imitated from French by an anonymous author, performed at Teatro Éden Lavradio, in August 1895. Actor Machado Careca (José Machado Pinheiro e Costa ), anonymous author of the play, ended up putting verses in Corta-jaca's music, helping to popularize it, especially after its version was recorded on disk by the duo Os Geraldos. Throughout history, Corta-jaca attended other stages and repertoires: coffee-singers, beer-beauties, choro circles… But it was at the Palácio do Catete, in 1914, that it reached its glory. Performed on the guitar by First Lady Nair de Teffé, it caused political scandal and ended up calling the administration Hermes da Fonseca. The reaction can be measured by the impassioned speech that Senator Rui Barbosa delivered from the gallery. When inquiring what the cut-jaca that he had heard so much about is, he concludes: “The lowest, the most foul, the rudest of all wild dances, the twin sister of batuque, cateretê and samba. But at presidential receptions, the cut-jaca is performed with all the honors of Wagner's music, and we don't want the conscience of this country to revolt, our faces redden and the youth to laugh!� Never before in the history of Brazil has eminently popular music been performed in the seat of government, in front of the diplomatic corps and the country's elite. Corta-jaca became a classic of the great repertoire of Brazilian instrumental music, deserving recordings, among others, by Abel Ferreira, Altamiro Carrilho, Antonio Adolfo, Artur Moreira Lima, Clara Sverner, Conjunto Regional do Donga, Eudóxia de Barros, Guio de Morais, Itamar Assieré, Leandro Braga, Marcus Viana, Maria Teresa Madeira, Marcelo Verzoni, Paulo Moura, Radamés Gnatalli, Rosária Gatti, Talitha Peres, Turíbio Santos, numerous bands and some sung versions. It was also written by the conductor for singing and piano and for a small orchestra: oboe, viola, timpani, horns (fá), bassoon. Edinha Diniz, 2011.