These arrangements were written for string ensembles in primary and secondary schools music centres prep schools and for various ensembles at Charterhouse. They grew out of a need for playable yet musically challenging arrangements where maximum 'effect' is obtained by using naturally resonant keys and idiomatic bowings - and have been used and honed over many years. They also recognise the fact that in many schools Viola players are scarce; most of the easier arrangements are therefore in three parts with optional Viola and optional double bass.

Two endearing Christmas melodies have been combined into a gorgeous tableau for strings piano and simple percussion. Simple to prepare this will set a mood of quiet wonder for any December service and Christmas Eve in particular. Use a full string complement or just string quartet and the result is equally beautiful. Dur: 2:50

Subtitled Fatto per la notte di Natale, or 'made for the night of Christmas,' Corelli's Christmas Concerto stands as one of the finest concerti grossi of the Baroque era. All solo parts have been incorporated into a string orchestra version that retains the original key signatures. Arranged by Todd Parrish, this collection contains three of the movements in a fast-slow-fast format. (6:15) / Orchestre A Cordes

Par MEYER RICHARD. Written as a metaphor for the hardship and isolation caused by the 2020 pandemic, this dramatic tone poem is a testament to courage and the undaunted nature of the human spirit. The piece follows the voyage of a ship and its crew to the open sea and into a devastating storm resulting in the separation of the crew and its ultimate reunion. The memorable melodies and stirring harmonies are sure to peak your students' imaginations while a variety of key and time signatures will challenge every section of the advanced string orchestra. A percussion part has been included to add touches of nautical color, resulting in an emotional, picturesque voyage with a cinematic flair. Check out Voyagers We, Undaunted by Richard Meyer! (6:40) / Date parution : 2022-10-12/ Répertoire / Orchestre à Cordes

In Japan there is an old tale whic has been told since before time began. Two of the most beautiful stars in the night sky are Altair representing Man and Vega representing Woman. These two lovers can meet each other only one time each year on the night of July 7th. Living on opposite sides of the Milky Way they have to ride a ship to meet each other on that night. If it rains they cannot see each other because the river of light in the sky is swollen. The name of the star ship that Altair and Vega ride is called Hoshi no Fune. I wante to express in music the pain of these separated lovers.

From Schubert's familiar Deutsche Messe this song has been adapted for beginning string players in a solid ensemble setting.

One of Morricone's most beloved film themes Cinema Paradiso has been recorded and performed by many notable artists including Ithzak Perlman and Yo-Yo Ma. Let your players and audiences enjoy some of the most engagingfilm music of our time with this superb new arrangement for mature string ensemble by Bob Krogstad.

The beloved gentle folk ballad has been arranged in a easy comfortable setting for string ensembles by Keith Christopher. His treatment includes nice melodic opportunities for second violin and viola a simple key change and effective but optional percussion.

Calvin Custer's wonderful medley includes some of the most beloved folk songs that create a festive musical montage honoring the spirit and traditions of Chanukah. The original symphonic version has been skillfully adapted for string ensemble by veteran arranger and conductor Sean O'Loughlin.

Three delightful “village” songs from the Spanish Renaissance have been combined into this instrumental suite for younger string ensembles. The short movements have stylistic shifts between major and minor modes andare written with melodic moving parts for all instruments. The optional medieval percussion adds to the Renaissance flavor. I. Song of the Innkeeper; II. Song of the Soldier; III. Song of the Woodmen

(based on The First Noel)-John Moss' version of this gentle carol demonstates why his writing for young string groups has been a staple for directors who enjoy skilled and creative arranging that makes teaching a pleasure. Your students will love this fresh treatment. Dur: 2:30

The Miniature String Quartet is redolent of the English countryside. It has been the first String quartet of at least two generations of String players.David Stone is a contemporary composer widely known for his works for student musicians and ensembles. He was a master at Charterhouse at one time a producer at the BBC and Music Director of the Godalming Operatic Society then Director of the School of Music at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama. He began to compose works for young musicians when he found a dearth of suitable teaching material for his own students.

Score and Parts-This treatment has been done for strings alone with an optional part for harp. The original key of F has been retained and the optional harp part is embraced by the celli in definitive sections. This arrangement is playable by advancing ensembles with expanded use of rhythms ranges and keys but technical demands are still carefully considered. Includes viola T.C. parts and optional harp and piano.