String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1158918

By Nick M Lacanski. By Claude Debussy. Arranged by Nick M Lacanski. 20th Century. Score and parts. 19 pages. Theupperstaff #759156. Published by theupperstaff (A0.1158918).

For the Dancing Girl with the Castanets is the fourth in a set of six compositions for piano. This arrangement is a challenge musically and for the ensemble as well. It needs to be performed delicately and with an almost translucent quality. Thank you for looking.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1508019

Composed by Amy Lee Grant, Jason Ingram, and Matt Maher. Arranged by Christopher Santanelli. Advent,Christmas,Holiday. 19 pages. Christopher Santanelli #1083307. Published by Christopher Santanelli (A0.1508019).

Fresh off the newest Christmas album from Vince Gill and Amy Grant, this piece has been given a new arrangement for SATB* voices, piano, and an optional string quartet. Equally appropriate for school/community concerts or church performances, this setting is sure to be a beautiful addition to your holiday repertoire!

* Also available for SAB, SSAA, 2-Part Treble, and 2-Part Mixed. These string quartet parts will work with any of the voicings.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1356173

Composed by Phillipe De Vitry. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Contest,Early Music,Festival,Historic,Medieval. 10 pages. Jmsgu3 #940841. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1356173).

The motet O canenda/Rex regum by Philippe de Vitry is significant as it represents the emergence of the classic isorhythmic motet, which simultaneously sets a pair of texts in its two upper voices. Philippe de Vitry, a 14th-century French composer, is considered a leading figure in the changes that occurred in French music around 1325. His motets, including O canenda/Rex regum, are regarded as strikingly individual, exploiting unique structural ideas. They are part of the early development of the ars nova style of composition, which introduced new rhythmic and notational techniques. 

The structure of Philippe de Vitry's motet O canenda/Rex regum is characterized by the classic isorhythmic motet, which sets a pair of texts simultaneously in its two upper voices. This composition represents the emergence of the ars nova style of late medieval music, introducing new rhythmic and notational techniques. The repeated rhythmic patterns of the tenor do not necessarily accord with melodic ones, and the motet is known for packing symbols and thematic subtleties into each short piece. Philippe de Vitry's motets, including O canenda/Rex regum, are strikingly individual, contributing to the evolution of musical forms and representing innovative trends in 14th-century French music.

The text of motets from this period often contained religious, secular, or courtly love themes. The words rex regum et dominus dominancium from the motet evoke the notion of an earthly king who emulates Christ on his heavenly seat as he assumes his throne. The text likely reflects the religious or secular themes commonly found in motet compositions of that era.

 Philippe de Vitry, a French composer, poet, and music theorist, was born on October 31, 1291, and died on June 9, 1361. Philippe de Vitry's O canenda/Rex regum was composed around 1320. He was appointed Bishop of Meaux on January 3 1351, and held this post until his death.

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.953836

Composed by Haydn Reeder. Concert,Contemporary. Score and parts. 14 pages. Haydn Reeder #4575989. Published by Haydn Reeder (A0.953836).

This string quartet movement is the first of three which can be played separately or as a set. The others are titled Breathing and Drama, also available here.  Moving Between requires a modicum of theatrical movement / gestures by the players.

Composed in 2010, Moving Between has its origins in the abstract thinking which characterized some of my earlier pieces such as Diasynthèse for piano or Chromatalea for small ensemble. A fuller title may have been Moving Between Extremes, as it deals with the contrast between monody (unaccompanied melody) and the simultaneous sounding of different pitches (harmony).

Transforming one of these extreme types of texture into the other is achieved in a number of ways.  There are areas where such a transformation is taking place; however, quite often a texture arrived at remains the same for some time.  The piece has the potential to evolve further along its own free-wheeling path.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.489399

By String Quartet. By Timothy Sullivan. 20th Century,Classical,Contest,Festival,Instructional. Score and parts. 3 pages. SullivanWorks #105782. Published by SullivanWorks (A0.489399).

In this Multiple Tempi Notation (MTN) Etude, No. 5 from Beethoven's Quartet op. 131 is divided into two duets, Violins 1 and 2 as Duet 1, and Viola and Cello as Duet 2. Duet 1 gradually speeds up while Duet 2 gradually slows down, then both duets reverse this process and meet again in the same tempo in the second last bar.

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1296695

Composed by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Contest,Early Music,Festival,Historic,Renaissance. 7 pages. Jmsgu3 #886848. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1296695).

Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck was a Dutch organist and composer who lived from April 1562 to October 16, 1621. He was born and died in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Sweelinck's first published works date from around 1592-94, and he composed a variety of music, including chansons and keyboard music. He was known for his keyboard playing and was a teacher to German composers Samuel Scheidt and Heinrich Scheidemann.

Sweelinck's Echo Fantasias are significant for several reasons:

Innovative composition: Echo Fantasias were a unique form of composition during Sweelinck's time, blending elements of traditional fantasias with passages dedicated to echo effects. This experimental approach showcased Sweelinck's creativity and willingness to push the boundaries of musical expression.
 
Emphasis on the moment: Unlike Sweelinck's larger fantasias, the construction of Echo Fantasias was less strict, focusing more on the immediate musical experience rather than the overall design. This emphasis on the moment allowed for greater freedom and spontaneity in the performance of these pieces.
 
Stylistic range: Echo Fantasias encompassed a wide range of styles, juxtaposing fantasia-like elements with passages dedicated to echo effects. This stylistic diversity added depth and complexity to Sweelinck's compositions, making them engaging and intriguing for both performers and listeners.

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1297625

Composed by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Contest,Early Music,Festival,Historic,Renaissance. 9 pages. Jmsgu3 #887626. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1297625).

Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck was a Dutch organist and composer who lived from April 1562 to October 16, 1621. He was born and died in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Sweelinck's first published works date from around 1592-94, and he composed a variety of music, including chansons and keyboard music. He was known for his keyboard playing and was a teacher to German composers Samuel Scheidt and Heinrich Scheidemann. 

Sweelinck's Echo Fantasias are significant for several reasons:

Innovative composition: Echo Fantasias were a unique form of composition during Sweelinck's time, blending elements of traditional fantasias with passages dedicated to echo effects. This experimental approach showcased Sweelinck's creativity and willingness to push the boundaries of musical expression.
 
Emphasis on the moment: Unlike Sweelinck's larger fantasias, the construction of Echo Fantasias was less strict, focusing more on the immediate musical experience rather than the overall design. This emphasis on the moment allowed for greater freedom and spontaneity in the performance of these pieces.
 
Stylistic range: Echo Fantasias encompassed a wide range of styles, juxtaposing fantasia-like elements with passages dedicated to echo effects. This stylistic diversity added depth and complexity to Sweelinck's compositions, making them engaging and intriguing for both performers and listeners.

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1297245

Composed by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Contest,Early Music,Festival,Historic,Renaissance. 15 pages. Jmsgu3 #887319. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1297245).

Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck was a Dutch organist and composer who lived from April 1562 to October 16, 1621. He was born and died in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Sweelinck's first published works date from around 1592-94, and he composed a variety of music, including chansons and keyboard music. He was known for his keyboard playing and was a teacher to German composers Samuel Scheidt and Heinrich Scheidemann. 

Sweelinck's Echo Fantasias are significant for several reasons:

Innovative composition: Echo Fantasias were a unique form of composition during Sweelinck's time, blending elements of traditional fantasias with passages dedicated to echo effects. This experimental approach showcased Sweelinck's creativity and willingness to push the boundaries of musical expression.
 
Emphasis on the moment: Unlike Sweelinck's larger fantasias, the construction of Echo Fantasias was less strict, focusing more on the immediate musical experience rather than the overall design. This emphasis on the moment allowed for greater freedom and spontaneity in the performance of these pieces.
 
Stylistic range: Echo Fantasias encompassed a wide range of styles, juxtaposing fantasia-like elements with passages dedicated to echo effects. This stylistic diversity added depth and complexity to Sweelinck's compositions, making them engaging and intriguing for both performers and listeners.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1164172

By The Weeknd. By Abel Tesfaye, Ahmad Balshe, Jason Quenneville, Max Martin, and Oscar Holter. Arranged by Dan Sanchez. Pop. Score and parts. 16 pages. Dan Sanchez #764520. Published by Dan Sanchez (A0.1164172).

This string quartet arrangement of “Blinding Lights,� by The Weeknd can also be played with string trio. This high-octane tune would be a great addition to your pop repertoire for cocktail hours or dinner parties. The rhythmic syncopation in this piece really fun, especially with the viola harmony that accompanies the 1st violin melody.

One thing that sets my arrangements apart from others is that I fit all of my parts on no more than 2 sheets of music. This makes it so the songs can fit into a binder, without the need for flipping pages!

I also include cue lines on each part, so that every player in the ensemble can see one other person’s music at the same time. This is so amazingly useful and has saved countless performances in the past. If someone skips a beat or misses a measure, you can now see where they are and reconnect! This also helps with sight-reading and keeping the group together in general.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.528526

Composed by Meredith Willson. Arranged by Diego Marani. 20th Century,Christmas,Instructional,Jazz,Standards. Score and parts. 11 pages. Diego Marani #6135125. Published by Diego Marani (A0.528526).

It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas is a Christmas song written in 1951 by Meredith Willson. The song was originally titled It's Beginning to Look Like Christmas. The song has been recorded by many artists, but was a hit for Perry Como and The Fontane Sisters with Mitchell Ayres & His Orchestra on September 18, 1951. Bing Crosby recorded a version on October 1, 1951, which was also widely played. Johnny Mathis' version gained popularity after its inclusion in the film Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.

This arrangement for string quartet includes the following parts: Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello.
It is suitable for repertoire, classroom and recital.

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1295687

Composed by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Contest,Early Music,Festival,Historic,Renaissance. 14 pages. Jmsgu3 #885985. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1295687).

Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck was a Dutch organist and composer who lived from April 1562 to October 16, 1621. He was born and died in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Sweelinck's first published works date from around 1592-94, and he composed a variety of music, including chansons and keyboard music. He was known for his keyboard playing and was a teacher to German composers Samuel Scheidt and Heinrich Scheidemann. 

Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck's Echo Fantasias are significant for several reasons:

Innovative composition: Echo Fantasias were a unique form of composition during Sweelinck's time, blending elements of traditional fantasias with passages dedicated to echo effects. This experimental approach showcased Sweelinck's creativity and willingness to push the boundaries of musical expression.
 
Emphasis on the moment: Unlike Sweelinck's larger fantasias, the construction of Echo Fantasias was less strict, focusing more on the immediate musical experience rather than the overall design. This emphasis on the moment allowed for greater freedom and spontaneity in the performance of these pieces.
 
Stylistic range: Echo Fantasias encompassed a wide range of styles, juxtaposing fantasia-like elements with passages dedicated to echo effects. This stylistic diversity added depth and complexity to Sweelinck's.

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1297751

Composed by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Contest,Early Music,Festival,Historic,Renaissance. 8 pages. Jmsgu3 #887726. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1297751).

Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck was a Dutch organist and composer who lived from April 1562 to October 16, 1621. He was born and died in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Sweelinck's first published works date from around 1592-94, and he composed a variety of music, including chansons and keyboard music. He was known for his keyboard playing and was a teacher to German composers Samuel Scheidt and Heinrich Scheidemann. 

Sweelinck's Echo Fantasias are significant for several reasons:

Innovative composition: Echo Fantasias were a unique form of composition during Sweelinck's time, blending elements of traditional fantasias with passages dedicated to echo effects. This experimental approach showcased Sweelinck's creativity and willingness to push the boundaries of musical expression.
 
Emphasis on the moment: Unlike Sweelinck's larger fantasias, the construction of Echo Fantasias was less strict, focusing more on the immediate musical experience rather than the overall design. This emphasis on the moment allowed for greater freedom and spontaneity in the performance of these pieces.
 
Stylistic range: Echo Fantasias encompassed a wide range of styles, juxtaposing fantasia-like elements with passages dedicated to echo effects. This stylistic diversity added depth and complexity to Sweelinck's compositions, making them engaging and intriguing for both performers and listeners.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1298019

Composed by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Contest,Early Music,Festival,Historic,Renaissance. 131 pages. Jmsgu3 #887920. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1298019).

Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck was a Dutch organist and composer who lived from April 1562 to October 16, 1621. He was born and died in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Sweelinck's first published works date from around 1592-94, and he composed a variety of music, including chansons and keyboard music. He was known for his keyboard playing and was a teacher to German composers Samuel Scheidt and Heinrich Scheidemann. 

Sweelinck's Echo Fantasias are significant for several reasons:

Innovative composition: Echo Fantasias were a unique form of composition during Sweelinck's time, blending elements of traditional fantasias with passages dedicated to echo effects. This experimental approach showcased Sweelinck's creativity and willingness to push the boundaries of musical expression.
 
Emphasis on the moment: Unlike Sweelinck's larger fantasias, the construction of Echo Fantasias was less strict, focusing more on the immediate musical experience rather than the overall design. This emphasis on the moment allowed for greater freedom and spontaneity in the performance of these pieces.
 
Stylistic range: Echo Fantasias encompassed a wide range of styles, juxtaposing fantasia-like elements with passages dedicated to echo effects. This stylistic diversity added depth and complexity to Sweelinck's compositions, making them engaging and intriguing for both performers and listeners.