String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1467740 Composed by James Smith. 19th Century,Chamber,Children,Comedy,Contemporary. 19 pages. Ensemble Llama Music #1046035. Published by Ensemble Llama Music (A0.1467740). The Princess and the Pea is a literary fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. It is a story about a princess who is tested to become wife to a lonely prince. The tale was first published in 1835 in Copenhagen. In this work, the tale is presented by a narrator, with the wind quintet bringing the story to life in a musical way. This selection comes with a full score with cues for the narrator, parts for the ensemble, and a narrator's script that features ensemble cues to help align the story and music together properly.There are many features in this work that are sure to interest audiences of all ages. Different motifs are used to differentiate between characters and settings. The ensemble may find an opportunity to invite the audience to actively listen to these themes. This selection also features the use of props - a cutting board (preferably with a cutout area to grip the board easily) and an inflated latex balloon are required to make various sound effects. There are several other ways the ensemble and narrator could use props or costumes to bring the story to life, and offer some humorous moments as well.This work is quite different, but serves as a fresh selection for any concert. If you have any questions, or wish to let me know you performed this work, contact me at linktr.ee/ensemblellama. You can also use this link to view other works in my catalog.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1474715 Composed by James Smith. 19th Century,Chamber,Children,Comedy,Contemporary. 19 pages. Ensemble Llama Music #1052283. Published by Ensemble Llama Music (A0.1474715). The Princess and the Pea is a literary fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. It is a story about a princess who is tested to become wife to a lonely prince. The tale was first published in 1835 in Copenhagen. In this work, the tale is presented by a narrator, with the wind quintet bringing the story to life in a musical way. This selection comes with a full score with cues for the narrator, parts for the ensemble, and a narrator's script that features ensemble cues to help align the story and music together properly.There are many features in this work that are sure to interest audiences of all ages. Different motifs are used to differentiate between characters and settings. The ensemble may find an opportunity to invite the audience to actively listen to these themes. This selection also features the use of props - a cutting board (preferably with a cutout area to grip the board easily) and an inflated latex balloon are required to make various sound effects. There are several other ways the ensemble and narrator could use props or costumes to bring the story to life, and offer some humorous moments as well.This work is quite different, but serves as a fresh selection for any concert. If you have any questions, or wish to let me know you performed this work, contact me at linktr.ee/ensemblellama. You can also use this link to view other works in my catalog!

String Quintet Cello,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.569270 Composed by Trad. Arranged by Thomas Graf. Jazz. 25 pages. Thomas Graf - the-hit-factory.com #4295765. Published by Thomas Graf - the-hit-factory.com (A0.569270). Just a Closer Walk with Thee is a traditional gospel song that has been performed and recorded by many artists. Performed as either an instrumental or vocal, A Closer Walk is perhaps the most frequently played number in the hymn and dirge section of traditional New Orleans jazz funerals. A must for your band book.  Instrumentation:  Violin 1/2, Viola 1/2, Cello 1/2 - 2 Viols, 2 Violas + Cello or  2 Viols, 1 Viola + 2 Cellos (Drums, optional)             Listen to the recording - a challenge for your ensemble.  Please don't forget to review your purchase - you will help other musicians to choose the perfect arrangement for their ensemble. Thank you very much!               Check out our latest uploads:  http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/thomas-graf-the-hit-factory-com/smp-press/3001412+1303131?N...                      Any individual arrangement and substitute parts are available on request. Call +49 (0) 172 2515987 E-Mail: info@the-hit-factory.com. www.the-hit-factory.com facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hitfactorymusic               Video: https://www.youtu.be/MnSBTjRCXGk

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.569577 Arranged by Thomas Graf. Blues,Jazz,Ragtime. Score and parts. 18 pages. Thomas Graf - the-hit-factory.com #6417659. Published by Thomas Graf - the-hit-factory.com (A0.569577). Just a Closer Walk with Thee is a traditional gospel song that has been performed and recorded by many artists. Performed as either an instrumental or vocal, A Closer Walk is perhaps the most frequently played number in the hymn and dirge section of traditional New Orleans jazz funerals. A must for your band book.   Instrumentation:  Violin 1/2, Viola, Cello            Listen to the video recording - a challenge for your ensemble.  Please don't forget to review your purchase - you will help other musicians to choose the perfect arrangement for their ensemble. Thank you very much!                                Any individual arrangement and substitute parts are available on request. Call +49 (0) 172 2515987 E-Mail: info@the-hit-factory.com. www.the-hit-factory.com facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hitfactorymusic             .

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.514581 Composed by African American Spiritual. Arranged by Kenneth Abeling. Easter,Sacred. Score and parts. 13 pages. LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS #3444987. Published by LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS (A0.514581). Were You There (When They Crucified My Lord) arranged for String Quartet. This is a contemporary arrangement of timeless African American Spiritual. It is an Intermediate Advanced to easier advanced arrangement and is appropriate for all contemporary religious services, many traditional services and of course general performance. To view and listen to this piece IN ITS ENTIRETY as well hundreds of other arrangement and transcriptions by Kenneth Abeling at the lowest prices available please visit: www.lincolnmusicpublications.com. Playing time: 3:40  Preview this score on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGG9_BO1-zs 

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.514467 Composed by Benjamin Hansby. Arranged by Kenneth Abeling. Christmas. Score and parts. 20 pages. LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS #3241561. Published by LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS (A0.514467). “Up on the House-Top & Variationsâ€�, Words and Music by Benjamin Hansby arranged here for String Quartet. This is an advanced intermediate to easy advanced arrangement of another Christmas time favorite in a theme and variations format. To view and listen to this piece in its entirety as well as hundreds of other arrangements and transcriptions by Kenneth Abeling at the lowest prices available please visit www.lincolnmusicpublications.com. Playing Time: 3:50  Preview this score on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bU_f7zF42g 

String Quartet Cello,Double Bass,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.569347 By The Turtles. By Alan Gordon and Garry Bonner. Arranged by Thomas Graf. Oldies. Score and parts. 19 pages. Thomas Graf - the-hit-factory.com #6272097. Published by Thomas Graf - the-hit-factory.com (A0.569347). Happy Together - Is there any better for your upcoming after Corona-rehearsal? Have fun. Close together.    Instrumentation:  Violin 1/2, Viola, Cello, Bass, (opt. Drums)          Listen to the recording - a challenge for your ensemble.  Please don't forget to review your purchase - you will help other musicians to choose the perfect arrangement for their ensemble. Thank you very much!              Check out our latest uploads:  http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/thomas-graf-the-hit-factory-com/smp-press/3001412+1303131?N...                      Any individual arrangement and substitute parts are available on request. Call +49 (0) 172 2515987 E-Mail: info@the-hit-factory.com. www.the-hit-factory.com facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hitfactorymusic               .

String Quartet - Advanced Intermediate - Digital Download By The Beatles. Arranged by Susie Winkworth winkmusic.co.uk. Score, Set of Parts. 19 pages. Published by winkmusic.co.uk

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.514879 Composed by African American Spiritual. Arranged by Kenneth Abeling. Folk,Spiritual. Score and parts. 8 pages. LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS #3859505. Published by LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS (A0.514879). “Nobody Knows the Trouble I’ve Seen� arranged for String Quartet by Kenneth Abeling. This is a more contemporary arrangement of yet another ageless African American Spiritual. It is an Intermediate level arrangement and is appropriate for all religious services and Black History events. To view and listen to this piece IN ITS ENTIRETY as well hundreds of other arrangement and transcriptions by Kenneth Abeling at the lowest prices available please visit: www.lincolnmusicpublications.com. Playing time: 2:50  Preview this score on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnjMYjhobF8 

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.515990 By Harry Belafonte. By Irving Burgie and William Attaway. Arranged by Eve C. Mailly. Folk,Multicultural,Pop,World. Score and parts. 13 pages. Zene Strings #6521377. Published by Zene Strings (A0.515990). Day-O (The Banana Boat Song) is a traditional Jamaican folk song, commonly classified as calypso music.  It is a work song sung from the point of view of dock workers who have finished their night shift and are loading bananas onto ships. The lyrics describe how daylight has come, their shift is over, and they want their work to be counted up so that they can go home.This is a fun little song, both to play, and to hear -- perfect for parties, and other events.  It is arranged for string quartet from your friends at Zene Strings -- enjoy!To see our other great arrangements visit: Zene Strings.  Questions or comments?  Email us at Music@ZeneSheetMusic.com.  We're here to help!

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.514298 By Deep Purple. Arranged by Kenneth Abeling. Rock. Score and parts. 19 pages. LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS #3108105. Published by LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS (A0.514298). Stylistic Variations on “Smoke on the Waterâ€�, Words and Music by Blackmore, Gillan, Glover and Lord and Paice arranged here for String Quartet. Both the performers and audience will find this advanced intermediate to advanced arrangement with its theme and three variations humorously appealing… To view and listen to this piece in its entirety as well as hundreds of other arrangements and transcriptions by Kenneth Abeling at the lowest prices available please visit www.lincolnmusicpublications.com.  Playing Time: 4:07  Preview this score on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnONnesQEuI 

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.567625 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Thomas Graf. Folk,Instructional,Standards,World. Score and parts. 11 pages. Thomas Graf - the-hit-factory.com #21269. Published by Thomas Graf - the-hit-factory.com (A0.567625). Polyphonic arrangement of the famous German folk tune, called the Swabian anthem! All parts have a little melody solo, a walk through different keys brings fun and variety. Easy to play while big fun to perform!  ï»¿Instrumentation:  Violin 1+2, Viola, Cello            ï»¿Listen to the recording - a challenge for your ensemble.  Please don't forget to review your purchase - you will help other musicians to choose the perfect arrangement for their ensemble. Thank you very much!              Check out our latest uploads:  http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/thomas-graf-the-hit-factory-com/smp-press/3001412+1303131?N...                      ï»¿Any individual arrangement and substitute parts are available on request. Call +49 (0) 172 2515987 E-Mail: info@the-hit-factory.com. www.the-hit-factory.com facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hitfactorymusic              ï»¿Video: https://www.youtu.be/pOzLgJNxJ4g  .

String Quartet String Quartet - Digital Download SKU: A0.1008898 Composed by Robert Lowry. Arranged by Catherine Ing. Christian,Easter,Praise & Worship,Sacred. Score and parts. 15 pages. Deusa Flauta Music #6272019. Published by Deusa Flauta Music (A0.1008898). Also known as Christ Arose and Up from the Grave, He Arose,’ this quartet celebrates Easter with a musical journey that builds to celebrate the joy and jubilation of the season. Recommended for church services and worship events, especially Easter sunrise services. Available for both string www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/low-in-the-grave-he-lay-for-string-quartet-digital-sheet-music/21971855... and woodwind www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/low-in-the-grave-he-lay-for-woodwind-quartet-digital-sheet-music/219718... quartet. Thank you for your interest! If you’ve enjoyed this arrangement, please visit www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/catherine-ing-sheet-music/3016486 to view all of our offerings here at Sheet Music Plus. If you have any questions about this or any of our other arrangements, or don’t see your preferred instrumentation, please contact us on Facebook or Twitter via @deusaflauta, or at www.wordpress.com/page/deusaflauta. 

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1510076 Composed by Benjamin Russell Hanby. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 19th Century,Chamber,Christmas,Historic,Traditional. 15 pages. Jmsgu3 #1085258. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1510076). Up On The Housetop holds significant importance in American Christmas music as it is recognized as one of the earliest secular Christmas songs, explicitly focusing on the figure of Santa Claus. Composed by Benjamin Russell Hanby in 1864, it is often cited as the first Christmas song to center around Santa, a theme likely inspired by Clement C. Moore's poem A Visit from St. Nicholas, also known as The Night Before Christmas.Historical ContextHanby, born in 1833 and died at a young age in 1867, was a minister and composer who faced challenges in his career due to his progressive views on music and his opposition to slavery. During a difficult period, he wrote Up On The Housetop as part of his efforts to support his family. This song and others he composed reflect his innovative spirit and contribution to holiday music.Cultural ImpactThe song has been embraced in popular culture, recorded by numerous artists, including Gene Autry, and remains a staple in Christmas celebrations. Its catchy melody and festive lyrics evoke the joy of Christmas, depicting Santa Claus delivering gifts to children, which has helped solidify Santa's place in American holiday traditions.ConclusionOverall, Up On The Housetop is a beloved Christmas carol and a pivotal work in the evolution of Christmas music in the United States. It marks the transition towards a more secular celebration of the holiday centered around Santa Claus. Its legacy continues to influence how Christmas is celebrated and experienced today.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.514192 Composed by Anonymous. Arranged by Kenneth Abeling. March. 7 pages. LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS #3056495. Published by LINCOLN MUSIC PUBLICATIONS (A0.514192). Ruffles & Flourishes and the “The General’s & Flag Officer’s Marchesâ€�, transcribed here for String Quartet.  Those in need of these pieces will know their purpose.  To view and listen to this selection in its entirety as well as hundreds of other arrangements and transcriptions by Kenneth Abeling at the lowest prices available please visit www.lincolnmusicpublications.com. Playing time: 0:45