Arrangements for Strings

Two Pieces for Strings and Organ
Arranged by Robert J. Powell

From the Arrangements for Strings series, the first piece is an original composition titled "Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God." The second piece is an arrangement of a traditional English melody. Both include sections with strings only, with organ only, and with both together. In both pieces, the string entries are often individual or in pairs. While the first piece is generally in eighth-notes, the moderate tempos make both pieces accessible to average high school string players.

This arrangement can be played by as few as four instruments (typically I & II Violins, Viola, and Cello). The Cello part can of course, be augmented with or replaced by Double Bass, reading from the same score. Parts are included for upper Viola and upper Cello, so that quartets can be formed in different ways, or various doublings may be made for larger ensembles. In addition, parts for I, II & III Clarinets and for F Horn are included, so that substitutions can be made for missing stringed instruments. This is an instrumental composition, not suitable for congregational accompaniment. The difficulty level is 2+.

Full set includes a Full Score, transposed parts for individual instruments, background notes, and suggestions for rehearsal and performance.