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When Doves Cry
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String Quartet Cello, Viola, Violin - Level 5 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1808056
By Prince. By Prince. Arranged by Charles Augusto. This edition: pdf. 20th Century. 29 pages. Charles Augusto #1368232. Published by Charles Augusto (A0.1808056).A bold and dramatic arrangement of “When Doves Cry” (Prince), thoughtfully adapted for String Quartet. This version captures the song’s iconic intensity and edgy character while translating it into an idiomatic, rewarding chamber-music experience.
Although the main body of the arrangement is broadly aligned with an experienced Level 3 (L3) ensemble, this edition is labeled Level 5 (L5) due to the opening Cello cadenza, inspired by the aggressive electric-guitar intro from the original recording. The cadenza is written ad lib. to encourage musical freedom and a personal, expressive approach—making it a standout feature for advanced players.
A distinctive element of this arrangement is the prominent role of the Viola, which takes the spotlight in some of the most important sections of the piece. At the same time, the writing avoids a “solo instrument with simple accompaniment” approach: all four parts remain musically engaging, with meaningful inner voices, rhythmic drive, and featured moments shared across Violin I, Violin II, Viola, and Cello.
This premium set includes detailed phrasing, dynamics, articulations, and selected performance indications to help shape the groove, clarity, and intensity of the performance. The layout was professionally edited with comfortable page turns in mind.
This set includes:
• Full Score (String Quartet)
• Separate parts: Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Violoncello
Performance notes:
• Duration: approx. 4 minutes 33 seconds
• Licensed arrangement (ArrangeMe)
Ideal for student quartet concerts, pop/rock crossover programs, studio performance projects, and impactful encore moments.
• Level 5 (L5) — primarily due to the opening Cello cadenza (main body closer to L3)
• Includes articulations & dynamics
• Licensed arrangement (ArrangeMe)
Bring the punch, tension, and charisma of Prince to your next performance!
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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