Arrangements & Compositions
When playing an event as a hired musician, there's almost always custom requests. That means purchasing music, if an arrangement exists. There's been a handful of times where Dan found it better to just write the arrangement himself, because either one did not exist, or the quality was not up to par. Rather than just let these arrangements sit around unheard, he has them available for purchase for your own ensembles. All music is sold through SheetMusicPlus for easy transaction handling.
The Natural Suite
Daniel LeichA suite of three movements for String Quartet or String Orchestra. I intend for this suite to be enjoyed by both musicians and audiences alike - to help share my own appreciation for the strength of string instruments as an ensemble, and the importance of each individual voice as part of the whole. It is equally a celebration of my experiences of my natural environment in Appalachia, translating what my senses experience of this world every day to paper and music so that others can appreciate the natural beauty of our region in a new light.
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Movements:
The Winds of Dawn
Riverscape
Florescense
Amy Winehouse Version
A fun and peppy arrangment of Amy Winehouse's version of Valerie for string quartet. The viola has the solo part, with violins and cello supporting.
By Amy Winehouse. By Abigail Harding, Boyan Chowdhury, David McCabe, Russell Pritchard, and Sean Payne. Arranged by Daniel Leich. 21st Century,Jazz,Pop. 28 pages. Daniel Leich #902641. Published by Daniel Leich (A0.1313918).
Shania Twain
A sweet and harmoneous version of Shania Twain's You're Still The One. In this arrangement for string quartet, Violin 1 plays the melody, with Violin 2 and Viola play the harmony. Easily adaptable for trios as well. Great for weddings and anniversaries.
By Shania Twain. By Robert John "Mutt" Lange and Shania Twain. Arranged by Daniel Leich. 20th Century,Country,Pop. 10 pages. Daniel Leich #948771. Published by Daniel Leich (A0.1364479).
From Dirty Dancing
An arrangement of (I've Had) The Time Of My Life from the iconic cinematic feature, Dirty Dancing. This arrangement for string quartet highlights the violin 1 and viola as the lead parts, with violin 2 and cello supporting.
It is arranged quite close to the original work, and even features a solo by the violin 2 part, performing the famous saxophone solo. A fun version of the song for acousitic strings that will be sure to delight audiences at any occasion, from weddings, parties, or just for fun with your quartet!
By Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes. By Donald Markowitz, Franke Previte, and John DeNicola. Arranged by Daniel Leich. 20th Century,Contemporary,Film/TV,Pop,Wedding. 21 pages. Daniel Leich #894739. Published by Daniel Leich (A0.1305301).
Performed by Calum Scott
An arrangement of Calum Scott's You Are The Reason for string quartet. This beautiful song is written for two violin's, viola and cello, and passes the melody between the violins.
A great piece for emotional occasions, from weddings, funerals, or anniversaries - any event celebrating love.
By Calum Scott. By Calum Scott, Corey Sanders, and Jon Maguire. Arranged by Daniel Leich. 21st Century,Contemporary,Pop,Wedding. 14 pages. Daniel Leich #894979. Published by Daniel Leich (A0.1305528).
An arrangement of Coldplay's Viva La Vida for string quartet in A major. This arrangement passes the lead among all four parts - a highlight to ensure all members play more than just the iconic percussive beat.
An enjoyable version of the song for any occasion - from weddings, parties, or just jamming with your quartet.
By Coldplay. By Chris Martin, Guy Berryman, Jon Buckland, and Will Champion. Arranged by Daniel Leich. 21st Century,Contemporary,Pop. 14 pages. Daniel Leich #894968. Published by Daniel Leich (A0.1305518).