String Orchestra

Explorer Level (Book 1, p. 20)

Leonard Bernstein's music will forever be a highlight of American theatre history, and his compositional style continues to influence contemporary song writing. This inspirational finale from Candide gives you a wonderful opportunity to expose your players to one of the most enduring stage works of our time.

This powerful anthem was heard in the film We Were Soldiers, and was part of the worldwide broadcast of President Reagan's funeral. James Kazik's skilled arrangement can also be performed with chorus.

Originally on the soundtrack from the motion picture We Were Soldiers and performed at Ronald Reagan's funeral, this moving tribute to the members of the Armed Forces is once again relevant. To fallen soldiers, let us sing, Where no rockets fly or bullets wing, Our broken brothers let us bring To the Mansions of the Lord

Based on the stately march theme from Beethoven's 8th Symphony, this arrangement is a great example of Beethoven's mix of seriousness with his wry sense of humor. Jamin has included some nice feature moments for the under-worked and under-appreciated low strings.

From the Broadway stage to Mainstreet U.S.A., each of these march classics can bring a smile to a listener's face. Includes: Hey Look Me Over (from Sweet Charity), Consider Yourself (from Oliver!), and 76 Trombones (from The Music Man). Dur: 3:00