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Brown Eyed Girl
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String Ensemble, String Quintet Cello, Viola, Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download
Daniel Leavitt is a professional arranger whose charts have been performed worldwide. He currently works as the conductor/arranger for Inside the Orchestra and recently arranged “Rattlesnake Kate,” an orchestral concert adaptation of the musical by Nela Pekerak of the Lumineers.
Why it Works for Events
Since its release in 1967, the song has achieved a "cross-generational" status. Older guests recognize it as a definitive radio hit, while younger audiences appreciate its resurgence in party-hardy playlists and pop culture.
SKU: A0.1741625
By Van Morrison. By Van Morrison. Arranged by Daniel Leavitt. This edition: pdf, streaming. 20th Century, Pop, Rock. 16 pages. Daniel Leavitt #1302590. Published by Daniel Leavitt (A0.1741625).Daniel Leavitt is a professional arranger whose orchestrations are performed worldwide. He currently works as the conductor/arranger for Inside the Orchestra and recently arranged “Rattlesnake Kate” an orchestral concert adaptation of the album.
Van Morrison's "Brown Eyed Girl" is the quintessential sing-a-long party anthem. Bringing that driving, rhythmic energy to a string quartet requires a balance between the song's iconic sha la la and its fun hook.
Daniel Leavitt’s arrangement is a staple for gigging quartets because it translates the 1970s pop production into a format that feels natural for strings while maintaining the "cool" factor required for high-end events.
Key Features of the Leavitt Arrangement
- Gig-Ready Practicality Designed specifically for the working musician, the Hollywood notation (larger note heads and clear fonts) is a lifesaver in dimly lit venues or outdoor wedding tents.
- Tablet Optimization With the industry shifting toward digital sheet music, the layout is formatted to prevent awkward mid-phrase jumps, awkward repeats, and D.C’s, ensuring convenient page turns whether you're using physical paper or an iPad (ForScore, etc.).
- Performance Details Includes pre-marked bowings, which is a massive time-saver for school ensembles or quartets with limited rehearsal time.
- Versatile Appeal It captures the "heartfelt" nature of the melody while keeping the tempo upbeat enough to work as a "fun" checklist item for social gatherings.
Daniel Leavitt is a professional arranger whose charts have been performed worldwide. He currently works as the conductor/arranger for Inside the Orchestra and recently arranged “Rattlesnake Kate,” an orchestral concert adaptation of the musical by Nela Pekerak of the Lumineers.
Why it Works for Events
Since its release in 1967, the song has achieved a "cross-generational" status. Older guests recognize it as a definitive radio hit, while younger audiences appreciate its resurgence in party-hardy playlists and pop culture.
This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard's global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.
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