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U.Play.Plus: Pops: Viola Book

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U.Play.Plus: Pops: Viola Book

A Plus B, C, or D (Solo-Duet-Trio-Quartet) with Optional Accompaniment and Optional CD accompaniment

Arr. Victor López

Grade: 2.5-3

Item: 00-36413
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The U.Play.Plus Series, arranged by Victor López, provides solos, duets, trios, quartets, and larger ensembles with flexible instrumentation. Each book has a two-line score for every title. The top line (A) is the melody. The second line (B, C, or D) may be played as a duet with line A and is one of the four-part harmony lines. Adding instruments with B, C, and D lines will complete the harmony. Cue notes are included to fill in missing parts. Woodwinds, brass, strings, and percussion may play together, with or without the rhythm section accompaniment (Piano/Guitar/Score book) or the CD. The CD includes a concert B-flat tuning note and two tracks for each song. The first is a demonstration track, and the second is the rhythm section accompaniment (piano, guitar, electric bass, and drums). Titles: Billie Jean * Blitzkrieg Bop * Don't Stop Believing * Eye of the Tiger * Hey! Baby! * Know Your Enemy * Let's Get Loud * Open Arms * (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction * Wizard Wheezes (From Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince) * You Raise Me Up.

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Additional Details
Series: U.Play.Plus
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 24
ISBN10: 0-7390-7393-1
ISBN13: 978-0-7390-7393-3
UPC: 038081403243
SKU: 00-36413
Instrumentation: Viola

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About the Arranger: Victor López

Victor López is an arranger and composer whose work has shaped the landscape of accessible ensemble music for decades. His arrangements prioritize playability and flexibility, making quality popular repertoire available to ensembles across all grade levels and instrumentation combinations.

Why we love this

López's arrangements respect the viola's voice while keeping the music engaging and contemporary. The flexible instrumentation means your ensemble can perform with whatever instruments show up to rehearsal, and the two-line format lets students understand how their part fits into the full harmonic picture.

What to expect

These arrangements capture the energy and hooks of familiar pop and rock songs while staying true to their original character. Whether you're taking on Billie Jean's groove, the driving rhythm of Eye of the Tiger, or the soaring melody of You Raise Me Up, each piece feels authentic and satisfying to perform.

Who it's for

String players in grades 2-3 who want to perform contemporary pop and rock repertoire with their band or orchestra. Viola students benefit from clear, singable parts that develop musicianship through music they actually want to play.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance your line against the melody (line A) by listening to how the accompaniment sits; your harmony note should support without overwhelming the main tune.
  • Reference the cue notes when other parts are absent, especially in smaller ensembles; this helps you understand the full harmonic context and adjust your intonation accordingly.
  • Work with the recorded accompaniment tracks to lock in tempo and phrasing before ensemble rehearsals; the demonstration track shows you the complete arrangement.
  • Experiment with different dynamics between the demonstration and accompaniment tracks depending on whether you're performing solo or with other players.

How to use it

Feature this collection in a pops concert to engage families and students who may not connect with classical repertoire. The flexible instrumentation makes it ideal for programs where participation varies; you can perform solos, duets, or full ensemble versions of the same piece across multiple rehearsal nights.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading harmony lines and understanding functional voice parts
  • Intonation in sustained chords and interval relationships
  • Ensemble balance between melody and accompaniment
  • Rhythmic independence from rhythmic section accompaniment
  • Phrasing and expression in pop and rock styles

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