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West Side Story
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Orchestra; String Orchestra (Score & Parts) - Grade 3
SKU: HL.450086
Composed by Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim. Arranged by John Moss. Music for String Orchestra. Broadway, Musicals. Hal Leonard #450086. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.450086).UPC: 073999267846. 9.0x12.0x0.404 inches.
Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim's timeless Broadway work is now available for strings with this new edition by John Moss. Includes: Maria, One Hand, One Heart, Cool, and Somewhere.
- Maria
- Somewhere
- Cool
- One Hand, One Heart
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 4 Reviews
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Susan K.
December 17, 2025
Excellent for Developing String Orchestras
This Grade 3 arrangement of 'West Side Story' by John Moss is a fantastic resource for my intermediate string students. The clarity of the score and individual parts is top-notch, making it ideal for sight-reading practice and teaching rhythmic precision. Including classic tunes like 'Maria' and 'Somewhere' keeps students highly engaged and motivated. A definite asset for school and community ensembles.
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Lisa P.
December 17, 2025
So Much Fun to Play!
I absolutely adore this West Side Story arrangement for our community string group! Playing these iconic Leonard Bernstein melodies like 'Maria' and 'Somewhere' is just pure joy. The Grade 3 difficulty is spot-on – it's challenging enough to feel rewarding but totally achievable for our weekly rehearsals. It brings so much life to our performances and genuinely sounds wonderful. Highly recommend for enjoyment!
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Mark R.
December 16, 2025
Reliable & Playable String Orchestra Charts
A solid Grade 3 string orchestra arrangement of 'West Side Story.' The full score and parts are well-organized, making it practical for quick rehearsals and performances. John Moss's arrangement is very playable and standard, ensuring our ensemble sounds professional without excessive rehearsal time. Perfect for community events or school concerts where familiar, quality arrangements are a must. Good, clean charts.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Thoughtful String Voicing & Piano Support
This arrangement provides a well-balanced string texture for Bernstein's timeless score. As a collaborative musician, I appreciate how John Moss handles the voicings, allowing the primary melodies to soar while the other strings provide a supportive foundation. The included piano part likely offers harmonic grounding or rhythmic reinforcement, fitting well within the ensemble rather than just doubling. A solid choice for a cohesive orchestral sound.
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