By Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell. By Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson. Arranged by Sarah Cellobat Chaffee. Pop, Rock, Standards, Wedding. Score and parts. 18 pages. Sarah Cellobat Chaffee #6598521. Published by Sarah Cellobat Chaffee

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1224449 Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Arranged by Kamada, Mikio. Classical. 11 pages. ACORDO Sheet Music #820552. Published by ACORDO Sheet Music (A0.1224449). Papageno and Tamino face the ordeals. Tamino is able to overcome them one by one, but Papageno struggles because he lacks the mental strength to do so. When Papageno tells Sprecher that he would be happy with just some wine, Sprecher asks if he has any other wishes. Papageno says he didn't have any before, but then he thinks of something else he wants and starts singing a song about it. The song says that it feels good to eat and drink delicious things, but Papageno is lonely and wants a cute girl or a wife. Papageno plays a musical instrument called a Glockenspiel while singing. This instrument is different from the modern Glockenspiel and is a keyboard instrument that strikes metal plates. In this arrangement, all the parts take turns playing the melody so that all the performers can enjoy it.

String Quartet String Quartet - Digital Download SKU: A0.508952 Composed by Chiquinha Gonzaga. Arranged by Renato Esteves. Multicultural,World. Score and parts. 16 pages. Published by Renato Esteves (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.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Digital Download SKU: A0.1269203 By David Catherwood. By Traditional English tunes. Arranged by David Catherwood. Chamber,Christmas,Holiday. 18 pages. Opus 3 Music #861739. Published by Opus 3 Music (A0.1269203). Suite - 3 Lyrical English Christmas Carols1) God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen2) O Little Town of Bethlehem3) The First NowellThese 3 traditional English carols may be performed separately, used to accompany singing or put together as above to form an effective concert item  Perfect for Holiday concerts, Christmas carol services or Community concerts! The download includes a full score and the following parts...1st Violin2nd ViolinViolaCello(Each of these three carol arrangements is also available separately on Sheet music plus and Sheet music direct however there is a considerable saving buying all three together in this bundle).

String Ensemble Cello,Double Bass,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.918906 By Jubal's Lyre Music. By Johann Pachelbel, Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by Martin Dicke. Baroque,Christian,Classical,Contest,Festival,Sacred. 24 pages. Jubal's Lyre Music Publishers #6567613. Published by Jubal's Lyre Music Publishers (A0.918906). Here is a compelling setting of Martin Luther’s hymn A Mighty Fortress Is Our God (EIN FESTE BURG) by Johann Pachelbel (1653-1750). Originally composed for organ, it has been arranged for String Quartet or String Ensemble with optional keyboard. Two harmonizations of the isometric version of the hymn are also provided. The first is a standard harmonization found in many hymnals. The second is based on the concluding Chorale of Cantata 80 by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). Including the music of both Bach and Pachelbel, this arrangement serves as an excellent introduction to the music of the Baroque era and the contributions of great Lutheran composers. It also provides opportunities to discuss the time of the Reformation. For worship the arrangement can be played alone or it can be used to accompany congregational singing. Additional arrangements are available for Brass, Woodwind Quintet, and Concert Band. For more music and information, visit www.jubalslyre.com/music.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1491580 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Christmas,Historic,Holiday,Traditional. 13 pages. Jmsgu3 #1068280. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1491580). Here We Come A-Wassailing is a traditional English Christmas carol with roots that likely extend back to the mid-19th century, if not earlier. The exact authorship of the carol is unknown. The song is associated with the tradition of wassailing, which involves going door-to-door singing in exchange for food and drink. This practice predates Christianity and was part of mid-winter celebrations. The term wassail originates from the Anglo-Saxon greeting waes hael, meaning be in good health. This greeting evolved into a toast, with one person saying was hail and another responding drinc hail while passing around a communal bowl of a drink made from mulled ale or mead, spices, and apples, known as wassail. Wassailing has two primary forms: one that occurs post-Christmas, often associated with Twelfth Night, and another that takes place before Christmas. The latter involves singing carols and sharing wassail from a bowl. At the same time, the former includes rituals to encourage fertility in orchards, such as singing to trees and offering cider-soaked toast. The carol Here We Come A-Wassailing has several variations, including Here We Come A-Caroling and Here We Come A-Christmasing, each with different lyrics but similar themes of merriment and well-wishing for the New Year.

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.785998 Composed by Nacio Herb Brown. Arranged by Andrew R. Guarrine. Film/TV,Standards. Score and parts. 14 pages. GuarrineMusic #6025905. Published by GuarrineMusic (A0.785998). Singin’ In The Rain (Arthur Freed and Nacio Herb Brown)This light and bouncy adaptation (which is more like the original), is played in a moderate 2 feel is in G with a key change to A. Uses dotted eighth-sixteenth patterns in the violins and viola. It also contains pizz and arco, hooked bows and some basic shifting in the ‘cello (high E).  Melody is played by violin 1 with solid accompaniment by the middle voices. Middle section features  ‘cello melody with several accidentals in ALL parts. This toe-tapping standard is great for any performance or professional library.   Key of G/A  Grade 2+

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1502724 Composed by William Billings. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 19th Century,Chamber,Early Music,Historic,Traditional. 22 pages. Jmsgu3 #1078394. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1502724). William Billings' hymn Africa is a notable composition in early American music history. Here are some key points about its significance: Musical CharacteristicsAfrica is one of Billings' most ecstatic and stirring hymns. It showcases his distinctive style of four-part choral writing, typically performed as a cappella. The piece likely features Billings' characteristic use of forceful harmonies and elaborate fugal sections. Historical ContextAs part of Billings' repertoire, Africa represents an important milestone in American musical development: It was composed during the late 18th century when Billings established himself as America's first professional composer. The hymn was likely included in one of Billings' published collections, such as The New England Psalm-Singer (1770) or The Singing Master's Assistant (1776).Cultural ImpactAfrica contributed to Billings' reputation as a pioneering figure in American music, helping popularize his work throughout the Northern and Middle States.The hymn was likely performed in church choirs and singing schools, critical cultural institutions of the time. As part of Billings' body of work, Africa played a role in establishing a distinctly American musical tradition separate from European influences.Enduring LegacyWhile Billings' popularity waned during his lifetime, his music, including Africa, has experienced a revival: It remains part of the repertoire performed by American choral groups, particularly those specializing in early music. Africa is listed among Billings' notable works in modern references, indicating its continued recognition. Africa stands as an example of Billings' innovative and influential contributions to early American sacred music.

String Quartet Cello,Piano,Viola,Violin - Digital Download SKU: A0.1067446 Arranged by Connie Boss. Christian,Contemporary,Holiday,Sacred,Wedding. Accompaniment. Duration 141. Connie Boss #5985013. Published by Connie Boss (A0.1067446). This is from the original song How Can I Keep From Singing but it has been arranged into a wedding song with a different intro and other parts. It still keeps the melody of the refrain of the original song. You can purchase the sheet music to this and vocal arrangements on here under Connie Boss. cdboss@cvalley.net for questions. Lyrics below:

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.749221 Composed by Traditional Carols. Arranged by HELEN MARPLE-HORVAT. Christian,Christmas,Classical,Praise & Worship,Sacred. Score and parts. 42 pages. Helen Marple-Horvat #4854417. Published by Helen Marple-Horvat (A0.749221). The Angel Gabriel, Coventry Carol, O Come Emmanuelhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCM1oh2jWA0 I have always enjoyed singing carols in minor keys, and when it comes to arranging, love the harmonic possibilities, especially for false relations. I have arranged three so far, and if you buy them as a bundle, the third one is discounted. You can watch the Youtube of The Angel Gabriel here, but you can also find the others by typing Helen Marple-Horvat, Songwriter, Arranger and Composer into Youtube, or research them on the Sheet Music Plus Site. In my arrangement of ‘Angel Gabriel’ I have included various harmonisations of the wonderful tune, and a short contrapuntal development section in the middle to add some interest. In both ‘Coventry Carol’ and ‘O Come Emmanuel’ there are a few surprises in the counting so watch out! It isn’t always obvious, but with a few rehearsals, will give you a fresh takes on these very old carols. Capriccio Quartet are professionals, and play in higher positions with few open strings, lots of vibrato and slurred bows. That would be fine for Grade 5 players and above. However, I don’t want younger players to feel daunted! All three carols are in good keys for strings, with the double stopping always including an open string. They can also use open strings freely without detracting from this ancient style, or try one note per bow, dropping the first violin down an octave. The recording of Coventry Carol is at a very fast pace which shows off the rhythmic drive of the arrangement. I also love it much slower so that the intense dissonance can be brought out.There are two short excerpts from Coventry Carol and O Come Emmanuel, but full recordings are available to view on the single titles on the Sheet Music Plus Catalogue Index under my name.

String Quartet String Quartet - Digital Download SKU: A0.777907 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by Miki Kamada. Baroque. Score and parts. 7 pages. ACORDO Sheet Music #2076225. Published by ACORDO Sheet Music (A0.777907). The original was for organ, and it was arranged for String Quartet. It is relatively easy to play among Eighteen Chorale Preludes. All players could enjoy polyphony and singing choral melody.

By Arthur Freed. Arranged by Stephen DeCesare. Score. 30 pages. Published by Exultet Music (H0.182425-741721). - Score - - Exultet Music

String Quartet Cello,Double Bass,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.973330 By Black Eyed Peas & Shakira. By Albert Mendez, Albert Menendez, Allan Pineda, Brendan Buckley, Jaime Gomez, Jimmy Gomez, Jimmy Luis Gomez, Shakira, Shakira Isabel Ripoll, Tim Mitchell, Timothy C. Mitchell, and William Adams. Arranged by Jose Welligton Sousa de Castro. Film/TV,Multicultural,Pop,World. Score and parts. 10 pages. Jose Welligton Sousa de Castro #6205759. Published by Jose Welligton Sousa de Castro (A0.973330). Elevate your next string orchestra performance with our exclusive arrangement of Girl Like Me by Black Eyed Peas and Shakira, arranged by Welligton Sousa. This energetic and catchy arrangement is written in the key of E minor and is perfect for adding a modern and popular touch to your repertoire. This arrangement showcases the infectious beat and lively melody of the original song. Welligton Sousa's expert arrangement ensures that each section of the orchestra is given a chance to shine, with carefully crafted parts that work together to create a dynamic and exciting sound. This piece is perfect for adding variety to your concert program or as a standout performance at a special event. The arrangement's rhythmic elements, coupled with the unforgettable melodies, are sure to have your audience dancing and singing along. Whether you're looking to impress your audience with a contemporary piece or simply expand your ensemble's repertoire, this sheet music is a must-have. Perfect for concerts, recitals, and wedding performances, this arrangement of Girl Like Me is sure to captivate and energize your audience.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1496962 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Christmas,Historic,Standards,Traditional. 9 pages. Jmsgu3 #1073376. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1496962). In the Bleak Midwinter is an essential and beloved Christmas carol with several notable aspects.Origins and AuthorshipThe carol originated as a poem titled A Christmas Carol, written by Christina Rossetti, a prominent English poet, in 1872. Rossetti was known for combining deep Christian faith with rich artistic sensibility in her works. Musical SettingsThe poem was set to music multiple times, with two versions becoming particularly popular: Gustav Holst's hymn tune Cranham in 1906, which is more straightforward and suitable for congregational singing. Harold Darke's more complex choral setting from 1911 was named the best Christmas carol in a 2008 poll of choirmasters and choral experts.Poetic and Theological SignificanceThe carol is notable for its stark imagery, contrasting the harsh winter landscape with the divine incarnation—the paradoxical juxtaposition of earthly elements with the ineffable nature of Christ's birth. Profound theological insights are conveyed through simple language—reflection on the meaning of gift-giving about Christ's birth.Cultural ImpactIn the Bleak Midwinter has become a beloved part of Christmas traditions. Choirs perform it widely, and various artists record it.Many music experts consider The carol one of the greatest Christmas songs. Its imagery and themes have inspired reflection on rest, renewal, and the deeper meaning of the winter season. The enduring popularity of In the Bleak Midwinter stems from its beautiful blend of evocative poetry, rich theological content, and dynamic musical settings, making it a cherished part of Christmas celebrations for many.

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1218123 Composed by Gabriel Faure. Arranged by Paul Wood. Romantic Period,Wedding. 17 pages. MyMusicScores.com #814638. Published by MyMusicScores.com (A0.1218123). Gabriel Faure's Cantique de Jean Racine, Op. 11, is a choral composition originally written for mixed choir and piano or organ. The text, a French paraphrase by Jean Racine of a Latin hymn, was set by the nineteen-year-old Faure in 1864-65 for a competition at the École Niedermeyer de Paris, where he studied. The composition won him the first prize and was first performed on August 4, 1866, with strings and organ accompanying the choir, and Faure himself playing the organ.The style of Cantique de Jean Racine bears similarities to Faure's later work, Requiem, and the two pieces are often performed together. Faure's training at the École Niedermeyer de Paris, under the guidance of his teacher Camille Saint-Saëns, included weekly choir singing as well as instruction in piano, theory, composition, and classical languages. Cantique de Jean Racine was published around 1875 or 1876The PDF contains the score and all parts.