STRING ORCHESTRA
Originally written for organ by American composer, Arthur Foote, "Christmas" utilizes rich harmonies, majestic melodies, and intricate textures to convey a sense of warmth and grandeur. Foote's composition skillfully blends traditional Christmas themes "Listen, Lordlings Unto Me," "What Child Is This?" and "The First Nowell" with his own creative interpretation, resulting in a piece that is both evocative and uplifting.
Originally for solo piano, Frederic Cowen’s THE MONTHS is a collection of 12 pieces, each dedicated to a specific month of the year and is intended to evoke the unique characteristics and atmosphere associated with that time of the year. The final movement, “DECEMBER. Christmas Morn.” captures the frosty and tranquil atmosphere of a Christmas morning, evoking a delicate, serene snowfall.
Italian composer, Ottorino Respighi was known for his skill in capturing the atmosphere and mood of various scenes and landscapes. “Natale! Natale!” (“Christmas! Christmas!”) evokes a sense of festive cheer and celebration, capturing a sense of nostalgia, joy, and festivity. Included are musical elements that bring to mind scenes of Italian Christmas festivities, the ringing of bells, and the excitement of gift-giving. Originally written for piano duet. Arranged for string orchestra.
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Originally for SATB chorus and organ, Amy Beach's PEACE ON THE EARTH: Christmas Anthem, Op. 38 is a Brahmsian setting of familiar Christmas texts by E.H. Sears. The accompaniment has been orchestrated for a small orchestra of woodwinds, horns, timpani, organ (optional), and strings. The orchestration may also be performed with strings only.
A suite of six evocative pieces by American composer, Amy Beach. Originally for piano duet, arranged for string orchestra.
The following movements are also published separately:
A charming, five-movement work for string orchestra by the Norwegian composer Ole Olsen, written in 1898 and first performed in Oslo in 1899. The movements are well-crafted and full of Norwegian folk influences, with moods ranging from serene to playful to dark and brooding to humorous and lively.