Along with Lunchtime Jam (HL04491555) and Recess Boogie Woogie (HL04491557), educator and composer Ron DeGrandis provides solid teaching and terrific programming pieces for beginning level string students.
Pirates of Caribbean arranged for String Orchestra
Disney's adventure film has become a must-see for audiences of all ages. Ted Ricketts adapted the film score for string ensembles with this well-paced medley that captures the most dramatic moments from the original soundtrack.
Arranged here for flexible soloist and strings, this haunting melody from Argentine tango composer Astor Piazzolla provides an impressive showcase for a violin, flute, or oboe soloist. Beautifully scored for string orchestra and carefully paced.
Robert Lopez Kristen Anderson-Lopez/ arr. Larry Moore
Disney has once again created a blockbuster film filled with memorable, engaging songs that students will love to perform. The Oscar nominated song Let it go is re-created in this superb setting for strings by Larry Moore.
Hamilton is without question the most creative, talked-about musical to hit Broadway this millennium. In this standout selection from the show, the lead characters lay out their plans for victory, despite their personal hardships. Arranged for strings and a vocalist by Paul Lavendar and Larry Moore, this is a clever way to connect orchestra students with contemporary music.