March Past of the Kitchen Utensils for String Orchestra
This clever movement is taken from incidental music written for a satirical stage work. Composed early in Williams' career, it reflects his skill with folk-style melodies and orchestration refined by his studies with Ravel. This adaptation is an effective theatrical concert work for mature string orchestras.
Seven Nation Army
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
Max Martin, Taylor Swift, Sellback/ arr. Larry Moore.
The mega chart topper from Taylor Swift
Recored by South Korean rapper PSY, this stylized smash hit has taken pop culture by storm with a viral video (almost 2 billion views!), TV appearences, parodies, and even flash mobs. Make room for exuberant audience behaviour.
Game of Thrones for String Orchestra arranged by Robert Longfield
Modal and rhythmic theme from the popular series.
Arranged by Robert Longfield. Easy Pop Specials For Strings. Softcover. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4492038).
Let it Go, String Orchestra- Arranged by Robert Longfield
The Oscar®-nominated song from Disney's mega-hit film is carefully crafted here for younger players, with minimal syncopation and solid tutti scoring for confident performances. Your students will be thrilled to play this worldwide pop hit.
From Frozen. By Idina Menzel. By Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Arranged by Robert Longfield. Easy Pop Specials For Strings. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4491410).
Witch's Fiddle for String Orchestra Levels 3-4
Introduce your students to some spooky string playing effects and stretch their aural imaginations with Robert Buckley's modern harmonic landscape.
