Charlie Parker/ arr. Paul Murtha
Using a moderate tempo and modest brass rangers, here is an easy arrangement of this Charlie Parker classic that alternates in style between Latin and swing. Saxes are featured in the beginning, later joined by the full ensemable with tutti rhythms. Short solo or soli section are included for the trumpets and saxes.
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.
Wild West Hoedown Level 2.5
This bright change-of-pace work evokes the toe-tapping sounds of the old west as settlers circle the wagons round for a Saturday night hoedown. Featuring athletic, yet very playable fiddle-style tunes that wander throughout the ensemble, the music also uses simple double-stops and contrasting rhythms that keep things moving along.
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.
Taco Time! for String Orchestra Level 2
Amid shouts of "ole!", your students will relish the "zesty" tempo marking and enjoy showing off their new-found skills.
Overture to Pulcinella by Igor Stravinsky
Arranged by Robert D. McCashin
Featuring the overture of Stravinskys landmark work, this adaptation was drawn from the original piano/vocal ballet score, and retains all of the original, well-known thematic and rhythmic material. An ideal way to feature several soloists within the ensemble, this outstanding string arrangement will delight players and audience alike!
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