Matryoshka for String Orchestra Level 2
A matryoshka is a Russian doll carved so that smaller ones fit within larger dolls of various sizes. They generally are beautifully hand painted in brilliant colors representative of the Russian peasantry. Matryoshka is a musical composition incorporating three diverse Russian folk songs very much like the Russian dolls...one song following the other.
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.
Theme from Schindler's List
| 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 |
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!
Skip Henderson/ arr. Larry Moore
Based on the traditional tune Fisher's Hornpipe and heard in the blockbuster film Pirates of the Caribean: Dead Man's Chest
Oblivion
| Solo Violin, Flute or Oboe with String Orchestra |
| Series: Pop Specials for Strings |
| Score & Parts |
| Composer: Astor Piazzolla |
| Arranger: Robert Longfield |
| Level: 3-4 |
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.
