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James Bond 007 Collection for Strings: Violin (with Piano Acc.) Book & CD

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James Bond 007 Collection for Strings: Violin (with Piano Acc.) Book & CD

James Bond 007 Collection for Strings: Violin (with Piano Acc.) Book & CD

Arr. various, ed. Bill Galliford

Level: 2-3

Item: 00-IFM0401CD
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The arrangements in this new series were written especially for violin, viola, and cello, taking into account the specific needs of each instrument. All the arrangements are completely compatible with each other and can be played in small ensembles or as solos. Each book features a specially designed piano accompaniment that can be easily played by a teacher or intermediate piano student, and a carefully crafted removable part, complete with bowings, articulations, and keys well suited for the Level 2-3 player. Each song on the fully orchestrated accompaniment CD includes a demo track, which features a live string performance, followed by the play-along track by itself. Titles are: Diamonds Are Forever * For Your Eyes Only * From Russia with Love * Goldfinger * The James Bond Theme * Live and Let Die * Nobody Does It Better * On Her Majesty's Secret Service * Thunderball * Tomorrow Never Dies * The World Is Not Enough * You Only Live Twice.

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Additional Details
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 20
ISBN10: 0-7579-2293-7
ISBN13: 978-0-7579-2293-0
UPC: 654979080176
SKU: 00-IFM0401CD
Instrumentation: Violin (with Piano Acc.)

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Why we love this

These arrangements capture the iconic sophistication of Bond without sacrificing playability for intermediate players. The fact that all twelve titles work together as compatible parts means you can build a cohesive suite, or pull individual selections for concerts without worrying about instrumentation conflicts. The dual-track CD format (demo followed by play-along) gives students a genuine reference for style and phrasing before they perform.

What to expect

Polished, urbane, and undeniably cool. These themes carry the glamour and intrigue of their film origins, with rhythmic drive and melodic clarity that make even a solo violin sound cinematic. The piano accompaniment provides lush harmonic color without overshadowing the violin line, creating that signature Bond sound in a format students can actually execute.

Who it's for

Intermediate violin students (Level 2-3) who benefit from engaging, recognizable repertoire that challenges their reading and interpretation skills without overwhelming their technical range. Teachers seeking reliable material for recitals, small ensemble concerts, or cross-instrument programming will find these arrangements both practical and genuinely musically rewarding.

How to get the most out of it

  • Study the demo track first to internalize the characteristic swagger and articulation of each theme; Bond music lives in the details of phrasing and attack.
  • Work the piano accompaniment into early rehearsals so your violinist hears the harmonic context and learns to lock the melody against the chordal support.
  • Pay particular attention to the bowings and articulations marked in the part; they're essential to capturing the sleek, cinematic character of these titles.
  • Use the play-along track in practice sessions to build rhythmic confidence and independence from a conductor before performance.

How to use it

Build a full Bond evening pairing these arrangements with repertoire from other string collections, or feature them as a themed concert block that showcases your intermediate violinists' interpretation and stylistic versatility. Individual selections work well as recital openers or closers; the cultural familiarity of these themes often engages audiences immediately and sets a memorable tone for the evening.

Skills your students will build

  • Phrasing and articulation in a popular music idiom
  • Reading bowings and applying them musically
  • Balancing melody with piano accompaniment in a chamber setting
  • Stylistic interpretation (swing, spy-film sophistication, dramatic timing)
  • Rhythm accuracy against a recorded or live accompaniment track
  • Ensemble blend and independence in small-group or solo contexts

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