The huge '60s rock hit from The Kinks has truly stood the test of time and remains an icon of the British Invasion, now celebrating its 50th year. From the hard-driving opening riff to the emphatic final chords, this rocker is way up on the energy meter.
String Players Union for String Orchestra Level 2.5
Show your great sense of humour with this novelty piece that winds up creating near chaos in your ensemble! When the first violins join a local branch of the String Players Union, the other musicians and director soon learn that the union members must adhere to some hilarious performance guidelines. Accommodations include playing only some notes, giving the left hand a rest and even left hand free time! Staging possibilities are endless as this piece is easy to put together and is guaranteed to bring a smile to everyone in the hall!
Considered by many as one of the greatest songs of the 2000s, "Seven Nation Army" continues to be heard at sporting and special events around the world. Its instantly recognizable riff has made it the signature sound for the alternative rock duo, White Stripes
for Violin Solo, Violin Duet, or Violin/Viola Duet
Series: Music for String Orchestra
Score & Parts
Composer: John Williams
Arrangers: Robert Longfield, Amy Barlowe
Level: 3-4
This special edition of John Williams' eloquent theme is arranged to feature a violin solo, violin duet, or a violin and viola duet. Set in its original key, the solo part is the original version as played by Ithzak Perlman, and accompanied by the duet part and a rich string orchestra backdrop. A powerful and dramatic program piece! Dur: 3:45
