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SKU: A0.850386
By Queen. By Brian May and Roger Taylor. Arranged by Tim Crooks. Rock. Score and parts. 24 pages. STR:UK String Arrangements #6591441. Published by STR:UK String Arrangements (A0.850386).Thank God It’s Christmas, by Queen, arranged by Tim Crooks for String Orchestra (ABRSM Beginner - grade 5).
Technical challenges include 12/8 time signature and hemiolas meaning the main parts are best suited to ABRSM Grade 4+ standard players. The arrangement can be mostly played in first position, reaching briefly to a top G in first violin only.
The arrangement also includes an easier part for Violin & Viola suitable for grade 1-2 level.
A piano part is included but is not needed for performance.
Multiple part copies can be printed from this download. Please do not share or distribute.
The string quartet parts can be performed alone and are also available as a separate download: H0.1122165-SC000004914
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.
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