String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.583419 By Bing Crosby And David Bowie. By Buz Kohan, Ian Fraser, and Lawrence Grossman. Arranged by Jeff Tincher. Christmas. Score and parts. 10 pages. Jeff Tincher #3873995. Published by Jeff Tincher (A0.583419). If there was ever a song for the ages it is this one. And it has a history. This song was the first time 2 artists from completely different ends of the genre spectrum, a rocker and a crooner, came together. This was unheard of at the time. It is normal now. It debuted on Bing Crosby's Christmas T.V. special. If you read the words, it has wisdom beyond it's years. In the original key, this song should be performed today. Duration = 2:37. Visit my websites: https://jefftincher.wixsite.com/sheetmusic, https://jefftincher.wixsite.com/music, https://www.facebook.com/jefftincherpublishing.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.585067 By Bing Crosby & The Andrews Sisters. By James Van Heusen, Jule Styne, and Sammy Cahn. Arranged by Jeff Tincher. Contemporary. Score and parts. 22 pages. Jeff Tincher #6138049. Published by Jeff Tincher (A0.585067). Here is a fun arrangement of the famous Christmas Carol. It was performed on the BBC1 TV on December 26, 2010, It takes the original composition, changes chord progressions, and adds additional Christmas Carols between each verse. Duration = 4:12. Visit my websites: https://jefftincher.wixsite.com/sheetmusic, https://jefftincher.wixsite.com/music, https://www.facebook.com/jefftincherpublishing.

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.851799 Composed by Irving Berlin. Arranged by Peter Martin. Contemporary. Score and parts. 11 pages. Mainstream Music #3662711. Published by Mainstream Music (A0.851799). ‘Happy Holiday’ (sometimes performed as ‘Happy Holidays’) is a popular song composed by Irving Berlin during 1942 and published the following year. It was introduced by Bing Crosby and Marjorie Reynolds (dubbed by Martha Mears) in the 1942 film Holiday Inn in a scene when the Inn opens for the first time. The PDF also contains parts for violin III (doubling that of the viola) and double bass, enabling the piece to be played by full string orchestra. 2018 Holiday Contest Entry. Duration 1.36

String Quartet String Quartet - Digital Download SKU: A0.548632 Composed by Gruber. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Christmas. 7 pages. Jmsgu3 #3400587. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.548632). Silent Night arranged for string quartet with a re-harmonized final verse. Silent Night Origins Father Joseph Mohr wrote the lyrics for a new Christmas Carol. He wanted the new carol for his Christmas Eve Mass. With only a couple of hours until the service, He asked organist and schoolteacher Franz Gruber to write a melody and simple accompaniment to accompany the lyrics. The result is probably the most famous Christmas carols – Silent Night. First Performance Perhaps because the organ was undergoing repairs or to ensure the accompaniment was easy enough, Mohr asked Gruber to write it for the guitar. Mohr played the guitar, and Mohr and Gruber gave the world premiere performance at the Christmas Eve Mass in 1818 at St. Nicholas Church in Oberndorf in Salzburg. Original Score Eventually, the original score became lost, and Mohr's name was largely forgotten.  Though the public initially recognized Gruber as the composer, many people began rumors that a more famous composer was responsible over time. Thus, they floated the names of Haydn, Mozart, and even Beethoven. Authorities eventually settled the matter when a manuscript in Mohr’s handwriting turned up in 1820. Consequently, we learn that Mohr wrote the lyrics in 1816, and Gruber composed the melody in 1818. Popularity Nonetheless, Silent Night is still very popular. Singers have performed this song in nearly every genre and multiple languages. Perhaps the most famous version is the one Bing Crosby crafted. This version is the third best-selling physical single recording in the history of recorded music. This recording was released in 1935 and sold at least 30 million copies. Only two songs have ever sold more. Elton John released Candle in the Wind 1997 and sold 33 million copies. The record for most copies ever sold goes to Bing Crosby. He released White Christmas in 1942 and sold 50 million physical copies.      

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1510819 Composed by James Pierpont. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 19th Century,Chamber,Christmas,Historic,Traditional. 10 pages. Jmsgu3 #1086025. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1510819). Jingle Bells is a song with a rich and somewhat controversial history, making it an essential piece of American musical culture. Here are some key points about its significance: Origins and EvolutionInitial Composition: Written by James Lord Pierpont in 1857, the song was initially titled One Horse Open Sleigh. It was conceived as a lively tune celebrating sleigh rides, inspired by the famous sleigh races of the time, particularly in Medford, Massachusetts.Thanksgiving RootsInterestingly, Jingle Bells was initially intended as a Thanksgiving song and did not mention Christmas in its original lyrics. Its association with Christmas developed later when it was performed during holiday celebrations.Cultural ImpactGlobal Popularity: Over the years, Jingle Bells has become one of the most recognized and performed secular holiday songs worldwide. It is frequently sung during Christmas festivities and has been recorded by numerous artists, including Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, and even The Beatles.First Song in Space: The song gained an unusual distinction as the first tune broadcast from space when astronauts played it on harmonica aboard Gemini 6 in December 1965, adding to its cultural lore.Controversial AspectsMinstrel Show Roots: The song's first public performance was at a minstrel show, which has led to discussions about its origins and the implications of its performance context. This aspect has sparked debate about whether the song should continue to be part of children's repertoires in schools today.Pierpont's Life: Pierpont himself had a complicated life; he was a widower who moved to Georgia after abandoning his children in Boston and later became involved with the Confederacy during the Civil War. His life experiences have colored interpretations of his work and its legacy.ConclusionDespite its controversial past, Jingle Bells remains a beloved holiday classic. Its catchy melody and festive spirit resonate with audiences worldwide, making it an enduring symbol of holiday cheer.