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Overtures for Strings

Violin, Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass

This string ensemble collection is perfect for the advanced string quartet with symphonic tastes. Each overture has been arranged so that everybody gets the chance to show off, as well as play classic excerpts. They can be played as a quartet with violin 1, violin 2, viola, and cello or as a quintet with bass. It is also suitable for string orchestra.

PDFs are available for each of the books in our String Quartet and Quintet offerings.

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Quintet Score: $10.00
Printed Spiral Bound Book
Quintet Parts: $25.00
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Tunes in this Collection...

“Midsummer Night’s Dream Overture” by F. Mendelssohn
“Marriage of Figaro Overture” by W.A. Mozart
“William Tell Overture” by G. Rossini

Reviews...

“These are tasteful and enjoyable arrangements that are every bit as challenging (particularly for the upper strings) as the originals. While not material for grade-school orchestras, these arrangements might be just right for advanced high-school string groups or professionals looking for demanding gig material. They work very well as string quartets--as my colleagues at Boston Baroque can attest--and I would imagine that a bass would enhance the experience. The parts are handily spiral-bound and contain copious bar-numbers...quite user-friendly. Nice arrangements of great works. Check them out!”
- Sarah Freiberg,
Strings Magazine, February, 2006

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We ship packages to mailing addresses in the United States only. We aim to have your package at our local post office within 48 business hours of receiving your order. All orders are shipped via USPS Media Mail. A tracking number will be emailed to you after it becomes available.
A $5.00 shipping charge will be added to orders that total less than $50.00.
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We are in the process of making PDFs available for all of our printable musical offerings.
We are discontinuing the print versions of our string quartets and string quintets.
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