Product Description
Happy Xmas (War is Over), by Yoko Ono and John Lennon, arranged for string ensemble by Tim Crooks.
This arrangement is suitable for beginner and intermediate ensembles and contains:
- Full Score
- Violin 1, 2 Viola and Cello (can be performed as string quartet)
- Double bass
- Piano (not necessary for performance)
- Sleigh Bells
- Easy Violin, Easy Viola and Easy Cello (ABRSM Grade 1)
Parts can be printed multiple times.
A version of this arrangement for String Quartet is also available here: https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/happy-xmas-war-is-over-string-quartet-version-digital-sheet-mus....
This recording is by the Manchester String Quartet and is available for streaming and download. www.manchesterstringquartet.com
About the arranger
Tim Crooks trained as a violinist and violist, working professionally in Manchester (UK) for many years. He was a founding member of the Manchester String Quartet and scored many arrangements for the group's recordings. Tim now orchestrates and conducts, working with orchestras including Manchester Camerata, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, RTÉ Concert Orchestra and the Philharmonia.
STR:UK String Arrangements, made in the UK
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