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2019-2020 Fall Orchestra Catalog

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42019 Editors' Choice lNew for 2019 HPepper Basic Library ePrint All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision 16 STRING ORCHESTRA Go to cart CLASSICAL easy / medium-easy Hidden Passages—Kathryn Griesinger. Twist and turn through a labyrinth of shadows to reveal pieces and passages from classical music's most mysterious themes, including In the Hall of the Mountain King; Night on Bald Mountain and Ritual Fire Dance! All woven together with a few reminiscent strains by Bach and Beethoven, this creative work helps students play confidently in several minor keys and offers a glimpse into some of the greatest masterworks of all time. 10908741 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .52.00 10908756 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 H Hornpipe (from "Water Music")—George Frederick Handel/arr. Richard Meyer. This Baroque masterpiece is one of the most popular and recognizable pieces of its time! Richard Meyer's skillful arrangement retains the flavor of Handel's original in a very easy-to-play format, and is great for teaching early syncopation. Your orchestra will really sound regal when they play this selection! 2375590 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00 5629589 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00 In the Bleak Midwinter—Gustav Holst/arr. Patrick Roszell. In a delightful setting that is incredibly accessible, this arrangement of In the Bleak Midwinter allows young ensembles to play a holiday alternative by Holst. 10739939 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00 10739940 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00 H Jupiter from "The Planets"—Gustav Holst/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. This is not to be missed! Rarely do young string orchestras get the chance to play a work of this importance. This arrangement, in G Major throughout, features the beautiful central hymn melody. Perfect for young players, this publication also includes a "Learning Bank" containing basic information about Gustav Holst and "The Planets." 10012478 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00 Little Russian March—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Robert Longfield. The grand style of a Tchaikovsky symphonic march is ideal for developing string groups with this impressive ensemble piece from Robert Longfield. Lots of dynamic and style changes in a comfortable march tempo make it terrific teaching and performance music from one of the grand masters of the symphonic orchestral style. 10317569 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 10317570 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00 The London Symphony—F.J. Haydn/arr. Jeremy Woolstenhulme. Replete with grand, sweeping melodies, unexpected harmonic twists, and an irresistibly joyous mood, this arrangement of Haydn's lyrical symphony is guaranteed to captivate. The perfect introduction to the music of this Classical-era master. 10458717 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00 10458718 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 H Make a Joyful Noise—G. F. Handel & Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. Handel meets Beethoven for a little holiday cheer! Blending well-loved themes from both masters, Carrie Gruselle crafts a regal work for the holiday season that's sure to spread joy year after year. 10277836 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 H March of the Meistersingers (from "Die Meistersinger")—Richard Wagner/arr. Sandra Dackow. Sandra Dackow has arranged Richard Wagner's immortal March of the Meistersingers in an easy setting that is playable by all strings in the first position. An excellent choice for rehearsal and performance! 2189595 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 Mozart Symphony No. 40 (First Movement)— W.A. Mozart/arr. John Caponegro. Mozart's next-to- last symphony is presented here in a challenging, yet accessible arrangement at the easy level. Set in the key of E minor, this version contains both primary and secondary themes of the first movement. Each set includes optional 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. and piano parts. A very nice arrangement! 10299308 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .52.00 10299309 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 Themes from "The Nutcracker"—P.I. Tchai- kovsky/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. A great choice for the holidays or any time of year! These timeless melodies from "The Nutcracker"are set entirely in first position. Sections include March; Waltz of the Flowers; Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy and Russian Dance. Directors will enjoy the great deal of performance flexibility as they program the entire work or choose from individual selections to customize a program suitable for any ensemble. 10008676 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 H Orpheus in the Underworld (Finale)—Jacques Offenbach/arr. Sandra Dackow. This is unusually nice! Comprising well-known and loved Offenbach themes, including Can-Can, and playable all in the first position, this is a truly exciting work that you, your students and your audiences will all enjoy immensely! In addition to the normal string parts, this arrangement also includes optional parts for beginning violin, viola, cello, bass, piano, timpani, and percussion. 2205276 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00 2347953 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .12.00 Pachelbel Canon—Johann Pachelbel/arr. Andrew Balent. The long-awaited easy version is here! Andrew Balent has managed to arrange this beloved gem for the very easy to easy level by avoiding tricky string crossings, large leaps, or position changes. The core of the music is intact and the audience will love hearing your strings play this one again and again. 2474721 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00 2474722 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 Pastoral Symphony—Ludwig van Beethoven/ arr. Christina Hans. The first movement of the Pastoral Symphony depicts the composer's “awakening of cheerful feelings upon arrival in the countryside.” This arrangement, intended for the second-year student, keeps Beethoven's timeless melodies while remaining in first position. 10500808 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 10500809 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 Russian Sailors Dance—Rheinhold Gliere/arr. Michael Allen. This edition for beginning string players is teaching material at its best. The minor mode, Russian dance rhythm, and symphonic orchestral style is what will motivate younger students to do their best. Great programming for beginners! (G. Schirmer edition) 2481838 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .30.00 H Saint Anthony Chorale—F.J. Haydn/arr. Sandra Dackow. This traditional chorale, here in a very careful arrangement by Sandra Dackow, will serve as a highly effective teaching tool for your young orchestra. 2187581 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00 Sinfonia—G.P. Telemann/arr. Bob Mathews. The dramatic arrangement of this Baroque work features winding, chromatic harmonies, crisp rhythms, and dynamic ebbs and flows. It's a perfect introduction both to this amazing composer and to Baroque style. 10458731 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00 10458732 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 Sleepers Awake—J. S. Bach/arr. Soon Hee Newbold. Showcase your strings with this lush and beautiful arrangement of Bach's beloved melody from "Cantata 140." In addition to working well in an orchestra setting, it is also perfectly suited for a quartet. Ideal for focusing on legato bowing and phrasing, this is an exceptional version of a classic! 10066370 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 10066371 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00 Sleeping Beauty Waltz—P.I. Tchaikovsky/ arr. Andrew Dabczynski. The melodies of Tchaikovsky's celebrated ballets are beloved worldwide, and none more so than this famous waltz. Students will discover beautiful musical figures, with rhythms, bowings, and fingerings achievable by developing players. A gorgeous addition to any concert program. 10370691 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .42.00 10370693 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 Spring (From "The Four Seasons")—Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. Here's a crowd pleaser you've been waiting for! Vivaldi's energetic "Spring" is arranged with simplified rhythms and all parts in first position, while retaining all the bright excitement of the original work. A must for your young string players. 2308088 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00 5813910 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.95 H Spring (from "The Four Seasons")—Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Richard Meyer. Your chance to teach a simplified yet high-quality arrangement of this masterpiece has arrived! Richard Meyer has changed the key to G, removed several difficult syncopations, and even offered an easier optional solo for the brief violin solo passage that features your best player. All the joy and vigor of the original is present! This is a must for every teacher's library! 2417798 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00 Symphony No. 5 (Finale)—Ludwig van Beeth- oven/arr. Richard Meyer. This arrangement captures the drive, spirit, and heroic mood of the original! By simply changing the key and simplifying some rhythms, this classical music favorite is accessible to strings at the easy level. 2475410 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00 Themes from "The Planets"—Holst/arr. Douglas E. Wagner. Themes from three of the suite's seven movements are seamlessly presented in this medley for young players. Material from the following movements is included: Venus, the Bringer of Peace; Mars, the Bringer of War and Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity. What a lovely way to introduce young players to the grandeur possible in music! 10065473 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00 10079055 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00 H Trepak (from "The Nutcracker")—P.I. Tchai- kovsky/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. This exciting classic is an excellent choice for programs at all times of the year! The masterful arranging retains all the interest of Tchaikovsky's original, yet remains easy to play. Everyone is sure to be familiar with the lively melody, making this a favorite for audiences and orchestra alike! 2319010 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00 2336287 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 4 Ukrainian Dance—Modest Mussorgsky/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. This energetic and lively dance features some of the most delightful themes from Mussorgsky's original. Based in G major, this arrangement also showcases some of the composer's harmonic vocabulary while using very few accidentals. A perfect selection to change the pace of your concert. 10996027 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00 10996028 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00 H Winter from "The Four Seasons" (Second Movement)—Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Tim McCarrick. This arrangement is simple enough for the violin, viola, or cello soloist of your choice! Vivaldi's lyrical second movement, now in G Major, stays true to the original with the famous melody over pizzicato accompaniment. The violin solo is entirely in first position, and the viola and cello soloists only need to know the first three notes they learn in third position: D, E, and F sharp on the A string! 10049864 String Orchestra Violin, Viola or Cello Solo . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49.00 10049865 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00 Classical Selections Medium-Easy H 1812 Overture—Tchaikovsky/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. Finally, an arrangement of Tchaikovsky's masterwork that includes themes from the entire work, not just the ending! Themes include the Opening Hymn, Pastoral Interlude, Russian Folk Dance and the famous jubilant Victory Melody set over an exultant Russian anthem. It follows the form of the original while keeping the work quite accessible for younger players. Epic! 10066350 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00 10066351 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00 H 1812 Overture—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Sandra Dackow. This is an excellent selection for an important concert with your string orchestra! Technical demands are kept well in check. First violins require some third-position work, but all other parts can be played entirely in first position. Fun for players and audiences alike! In addition to the medium-level string parts, this arrangement also includes optional parts for easy violin, beginning violin, viola, cello, bass, piano, timpani, and percussion. 2205284 Multi-Level Orchestra with optional easy string parts . . . . . . . . . . .85.00 9510080 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .12.50 Adagietto (from "Symphony No. 5")—Gustav Mahler/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. This incredibly expressive movement has been skillfully adapted for developing string orchestras by Carrie Gruselle. Including a simplified harp part playable on piano or synthesizer, Adagietto is a great vehicle for developing musicality. 2375517 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00 Adagio Cantabile (from Sonata "Pathetique") —Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. One of the best known of all Beethoven piano works, this is an excellent addition to string orchestra literature. This masterfully done arrangement by Carrie Lane Gruselle is on the easy side of this level, and will come together easily for your players. 2346427 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00 Adagio from "Spartacus"—Aram Khachaturian/ arr. Robert Longfield. "Spartacus" remains one of Khachaturian's greatest creations, and its most memorable theme continues to be a concert favorite for orchestras everywhere. Robert Longfield has transformed the glorious Adagio love theme into a superb setting for string orchestra. 10343649 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00 10344663 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00 Alborada—Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. Feature this energetic piece, arranged in D Major, in your next concert. Students will love playing this lively dance music from the first movement of this famous work. It's all in first position except for moments of easy second position for cello. Includes optional tambourine and triangle. 10616595 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .52.00 10616596 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00 l Alla Danza Tedesca—Ludwig van Beethoven/ arr. Deborah Baker Monday. Alla Danza Tedesca (German dance) is the fourth of six movements in Beethoven's quartet, Op. 130, composed in 1826, the year before his death. While the complex original is simplified here, the delightful character is maintained. Following the form of standard quartets, all parts have interest as they weave back and forth with imitative motives. Effective dynamics and three-beat slurs make great teaching points in all parts. 10998716 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .52.00 10998717 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00

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