Frank Halferty composer / arranger
date of birth: 07.05.1954
Born: May 7, 1954
Frank J. Halferty retired from public school teaching in July 2015 after 39 years in music education. He served the Shoreline School District as District Music Coordinator and also taught grades 5-8 Instrumental Music and Elementary General Music. He holds Bachelor of Arts Degrees from Seattle Pacific University in Music Education and Music Theory and Literature (1976) and a Master of Music in Composition from New Mexico State University (1982). He continues an active schedule of composing and arranging and is in demand as a clinician, adjudicator and guest conductor.
Mr. Halferty is a member of MENC, NBA, ASCAP, PHI KAPPA PHI and ALPHA KAPPA SIGMA and has served as a board member and officer for numerous community and music education organizations. He has been awarded Outstanding Educator Awards from both Lake Washington and Shoreline School Districts as well as The Sno-King Music Educators Association. In 2013 he was named The Shoreline School District Teacher of the Year and was inducted into the Washington State Music Educators Hall of Fame. In 2016, Mr. Halferty was selected by WMEA (Washington State Music Educators), as The Teacher of the Year for Middle Level Music Education. As a composer/arranger, he has received over 20 ASCAP Awards and has over 300 musical works in print.
Mr. Halferty is a member of MENC, NBA, ASCAP, PHI KAPPA PHI and ALPHA KAPPA SIGMA and has served as a board member and officer for numerous community and music education organizations. He has been awarded Outstanding Educator Awards from both Lake Washington and Shoreline School Districts as well as The Sno-King Music Educators Association. In 2013 he was named The Shoreline School District Teacher of the Year and was inducted into the Washington State Music Educators Hall of Fame. In 2016, Mr. Halferty was selected by WMEA (Washington State Music Educators), as The Teacher of the Year for Middle Level Music Education. As a composer/arranger, he has received over 20 ASCAP Awards and has over 300 musical works in print.
Legend Of The Lotus Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano
Produkttyp / Product: String Orchestra
Serie / Series: Accent String Orchestra
With its rich, fully-bowed lyrical passages and contrasting pizzicato, 'koto-like' textures, this original with a sophisticated sound is a great tool for teaching bowing technique that audiences ...
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Duration: 2: 30 min
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In An Ancient Castle ***(Digital Download Only)*** Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano
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This imaginative original contains three movements that correspond to the major areas found in a typical castle: The Gate House, an energetic, fanfare-style themeThe Dungeon, featuring special so ...
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Duration: 3: 5 min
Difficulty: 1+ (1-2)
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Gypsy Moon Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano
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Images of a late night celebration in the European countryside come alive in this spirited original featuring easy double stops, spicy pizzicatos, and dramatic pitch slides. Duration 2:05. Availa ...
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Dance Of Fire Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano
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This energetic and refreshing original is destined to be a highlight of beginning-level repertoire for years to come. From bold, rustic sections to soft and suspense-building tremolos and pizzica ...
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Duration: 2: 30 min
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Ecossaise In G ***(Digital Download Only)*** Ludwig van Beethoven / Arr. Frank Halferty
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This adaptation is a fabulous addition to the classic repertoire for young string orchestras! Serving as an outstanding concert/contest selection, it's also the perfect teaching tool for learning simple syncopations and interpreting dyn ...
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Duration: 1: 35 min
Difficulty: 1+ (1-2)
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Eagle's Flight Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3
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This inspiring grade 1+ work is a stirring combination of the energized opening, followed by the lyrically expressive mid-section that will provide motivation for players and joy for their audiences. Each ...
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Duration: 3: 25 min
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Article Nr: 470100
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Credo Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano
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This exciting original will make grade 1+ groups sound well beyond their years of experience. With its dramatic accented sections, smooth flowing passages and energy-building dynamics, this piece ...
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Duration: 2: 55 min
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Christmas Fiddlers In The Hall Traditional / Arr. Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano
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This arrangement will bring sparkle to any holiday concert. Based on Deck The Halls, it incorporates some real fiddle-style figures using lots of open-string double stops, pitch slides, pizzicato ...
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Duration: 2: 20 min
Difficulty: 1+ (1-2)
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Christmas Fiddlers On The Housetop Traditional / Arr. Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano
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This delightful medley takes Up On The Housetop, Jingle Bells and Good King Wenceslas, adds a healthy portion of hoedown elements -- slides, double stops, pizzicato -- then wraps them all togethe ...
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Duration: 2 min
Difficulty: 1+ (1-2)
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Bug's Ballroom Frank Halferty
Instrumentation: with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and piano
Produkttyp / Product: String Orchestra
Serie / Series: Accent String OrchestraThis clever original introduces young players to the time-honored tradition of a classic dance suite in a way that will definitely capture their imaginations -- using a variety of bowings, pizzicato passages, and some well-placed foot stomps, ...
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Duration: 3:20 min
Difficulty: 1
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Boogie In The Straw ***(Digital Download Only)*** Frank Halferty
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Take the age-old favorite Turkey In The Straw, mix it with a boogie bass line and add some easy fiddle techniques, and you have the winning recipe for this guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Thanks to Fra ...
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Duration: 2 min
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Banana Boat Song, The (Day-O) Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 and Piano
Produkttyp / Product: String Orchestra
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This fun and energetic Jamaican folk song is expertly arranged here for grade 1+ groups. Everyone gets to play the melody, and plenty of great teaching tools are included, from bowing to f ...
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Duration: 2: 35 min
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Classical FlexDuets - Bass Clef Instruments Diverse / Arr. Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: Bass Clef Instruments
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This collection is a terrific resource for student groups, church musicians, family musicians and more. These grade 2-3 arrangements are fully interchangeable. The piano accompaniment book is optional and the tuba book includes ...
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Difficulty: 2+ (2-3)
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Classical FlexDuets - Eb Instruments Diverse / Arr. Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: Eb Instruments
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This collection is a terrific resource for student groups, church musicians, family musicians and more. These grade 2-3 arrangements are fully interchangeable. The piano accompaniment book is optional and the tuba book includes two ve ...
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Difficulty: 2+ (2-3)
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Classical FlexDuets - Bb Instruments Diverse / Arr. Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: Bb Instruments
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This collection is a terrific resource for student groups, church musicians, family musicians and more. These grade 2-3 arrangements are fully interchangeable. The piano accompaniment book is optional and the tuba book includes two ve ...
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Difficulty: 2+ (2-3)
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Marche Militaire Francaise Camille Saint-Saens / Arr. Frank Halferty
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Instrumentation: 2 Trumpets and 2 Trombones Baritones
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This Camille Saint-Saens transcription will definitely be a hit with grade 4 ensembles. Excellent for concert or contest programming, the energy and delightful contrast make them terrific choices for any performance. Duration 2:50.
This ...
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Duration: 2: 50 min
Difficulty: 4 (4)
Difficulty: 4 (4)
Article Nr: 469320
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