String Orchestra

This classic by the Monkees was recently rerecorded into a chart hit by the pop group Smash Mouth for the movie Shrek. Guaranteed fun for the audience as well as your students.

A haunting, elegant carol is beautifully rendered by John Leavitt in this compelling setting for strings. Holst's classic Christmas piece makes a memorable centerpiece for a holiday program and one you'll want to perform year after year. Dur: 3:15

Capturing the Eastern style of Borodin's evocative work, Jamin has crafted a wonderful movement for strings that features the two primary themes, based on rich Russian folk heritage. A dramatic concert work for string orchestra.

Here's a clever program piece - a classic orchestral tango with interesting part writing for all players. Also an ideal teaching piece, it can introduce the harmonic minor mode and simple chromaticism.

With a musical career spanning a century, the 20th century was Irving Berlin's own and his music was America's music. This spectacular choir, band and optional string medley of some of Irving Berlin's classic songs offers a variety of entertaining performance options. Includes: Alexander's Ragtime Band, There's No Business Like Show Business, Puttin' on the Ritz, Always, Blue Skies, God Bless America. Available: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, Concert Band (Gr. 3), String Pak, ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 7:00.

This spectacular setting for choir, band and optional strings of some of Irving Berlin's classic songs offers a variety of entertaining performance options and highlights his most beloved holiday songs. The 7-minute medley includes: Happy Holiday, Snow, I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm, Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep, White Christmas.

Here's a carefully crafted version of this jazz standard that treats syncopation and melody in a practical, teachable way for younger players. A very accessible edition for your pops programming. Dur: 2:00