String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1110405 Composed by Jacques Offenbach. Arranged by Diego Marani. Chamber,Classical,Instructional,Romantic Period,Standards. 9 pages. Diego Marani #712732. Published by Diego Marani (A0.1110405). A barcarolle (from French, also barcarole; originally, Italian barcarola or barcaruola, from barca 'boat') is a traditional folk song sung by Venetian gondoliers, or a piece of music composed in that style. It is characterized by a rhythm reminiscent of the gondolier's stroke, almost invariably in 6/8 meter at a moderate tempo. In classical music, the most famous barcarolle is Jacques Offenbach's Belle nuit, ô nuit d'amour from his opera The Tales of Hoffmann. This easy arrangement for string quartet (Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello) is suitable for classroom, repertoire and recital.

String Quartet, Mandolin Quartet - Intermediate - Digital Download Composed by Turlough O'carolan. Arranged by Simon Mayor. Baroque Period, World, Folk. Individual Part, Score. 76 pages. Published by Simon Mayor

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1510579 Composed by Saint Alphonsus Liguori. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Christmas,Historic,Standards,Traditional. 19 pages. Jmsgu3 #1085779. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1510579). Tu scendi dalle stelle is an essential and beloved Italian Christmas carol with several notable aspects: Origins and ComposerThe carol was written in 1732 by Saint Alphonsus Liguori, a prominent Neapolitan priest, philosopher, and founder of the Redemptorist missionary order. Liguori composed the melody and original lyrics while staying at a convent in Deliceto, Italy. Popularity and TraditionIt has become one of Italy's most popular and widely sung Christmas carols. For many Italian families, singing this carol on Christmas Eve is a beloved tradition.Musical Style and PerformanceThe carol was written in the musical style of a pastorale. While it has been arranged in various ways, it is traditionally associated with the zampogna, a large Italian bagpipe instrument. Lyrical ContentThe lyrics poetically describe Jesus descending from the stars as the King of Heaven to be born in a cold, frosty cave. They reflect on the poverty and humility of Christ's birth and emphasize the sacrificial love shown through the Incarnation. Cultural ImpactTu scendi dalle stelle has had a lasting influence on Italian Christmas traditions and culture. It has been recorded by many artists and adapted into different musical arrangements over the years. The carol has also inspired variations and arrangements by classical composers like Domenico Scarlatti and Ottorino Respighi. In summary, Tu scendi dalle stelle is significant as a cherished Italian Christmas tradition, a reflection of Catholic theology and devotion, and an enduring piece of sacred music composed by an important religious figure.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1102690 By Eve C. Mailly. By Pietro A. Yon. Arranged by Eve C. Mailly. Christian,Christmas,Folk,Holiday,Multicultural,World. Score and parts. 17 pages. Zene Strings #706067. Published by Zene Strings (A0.1102690). A beautiful holiday favorite from your friends at Zene Strings! This traditional Italian Christmas carol has been performed for a hundred years. This arrangement is 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,Piano,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1282611 By Stephen DeCesare. By Traditional. Arranged by Stephen DeCesare. Christian,Christmas,Sacred,Spiritual,Traditional. 12 pages. Exultet Music #873867. Published by Exultet Music (A0.1282611). The beautiful Italian Christmas carol has been freshly arranged for a String Quartet (Violin (2), Viola, Cello) with Piano accompaniment. Accessible and appropriate for any church or concert setting.  An accompaniment track is also available.

String Quartet Cello,Piano,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1282586 By Stephen DeCesare. By Traditional. Arranged by Stephen DeCesare. Christian,Christmas,Sacred,Spiritual,Traditional. 12 pages. Exultet Music #873842. Published by Exultet Music (A0.1282586). The beautiful Italian Christmas carol has been freshly arranged for a String Quartet (Violin (2), Viola, Cello) with Piano accompaniment. Accessible and appropriate for any church or concert setting.  An accompaniment track is also available.