SKU: A0.1472110

Sicilienne, originally written for Violin and Piano by female composer Maria Theresia von Paradis (1759 – 1824), is arguably one of her most renowned works. With its elegant melody and gently lilting chords - typical of the Sicilian dance form, that is passed around all 4 voices of the quartet, the arrangment will surely please the hearts.

Interestingly, the attribution of this work to Paradis is uncertain, with many having noted of its similarities to Weber's Romanze from Violin Sonata Op.10, No.1.

Arranged for String quartet of Intermediate - Late Intemediate Level

Full Score and Parts 

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SKU: A0.836074

This arrangement is for small string ensemble with violin solo. Instead of violin solo, violins I might play its part; then the part of violins will change to that of violins II.
String quartet can also benefit from this arrangement.

According to Eugen d'Albert (1864 - 1932), the Bagatelles of Opus 119 form excellent examples of the master's work of the last period. As for Bagatelle No. 5, he suggests Alla Siciliana would be an appropriate title.
(from Piano Compositions by Ludwig van Beethoven. Boston: O. Ditson, 1909)

SKU: A0.1151669

Handel’s great set of 12 Concerti grossi (= Grand Concertos, in the first edition) op. 6 are somehow a bit related in spirit, through their power and diversity, with Beethoven’s string quartets. Therefore, here they are arranged for the more ‘abstract’ and ‘timeless’ medium of the string quartet, allowing also for an addition to the repertoire of the respective ensembles. Articulation, tempo and dynamics indications were specified or added where needed, and all the trills were indicated to start with the upper auxiliary note, not only according to the Baroque performance practice but also fitting to the melodic contour. Concerto grosso in C minor, op. 6 no. 8: 1. Allemande (Andante) – serious and dramatic; 2. Grave-Andante allegro – a somber transition, then agitated and experimental; 3. Adagio-Siciliana (Andante) – a brief, beautiful and simple introduction, then complex and expressive; 4. Allegro – dance-like and crisp. Total duration 13 min 30 sec. The mp3 audio clip is the finale (Allegro). Performing Rights Organization: SOCAN.

SKU: A0.1156587

Handel’s great set of 12 Concerti grossi (= Grand Concertos, in the first edition) op. 6 are somehow a bit related in spirit, through their power and diversity, with Beethoven’s string quartets. Therefore, here they are arranged for the more ‘abstract’ and ‘timeless’ medium of the string quartet, allowing also for an addition to the repertoire of the respective ensembles. Articulation, tempo and dynamics indications were specified or added where needed, and all the trills were indicated to start with the upper auxiliary note, not only according to the Baroque performance practice but also fitting to the melodic contour. Concerto grosso in F major, op. 6 no. 9: 1. Largo-Allegro – a stark introduction and a joyful, virtuoso Allegro, one of his best instrumental movements; 2. Larghetto – a gentle, nostalgic siciliana; 3. Allegro molto moderato – an animated, vigorous fugue; 4. Menuet – peculiar and rather complex; 5. Gigue (Allegro) – merry, reminding of Corelli. The mp3 audio clip is the fourth movement (Menuet). Total duration 13 min 30 sec. Performing Rights Organization: SOCAN.

SKU: A0.1253812

SKU: A0.1073891

Complete Parts of the Concerto in F major BWV 1053 for String Quartet. Composed between 1734 and 1738 by Johann Sebastian Bach. Transcribed in Rome in 2019 by Santino Cara. 3 Movements: 1. Allegro, 2. Siciliano, 3. Allegro.