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The Abandoned Funhouse—Brian Balmages.
Written for the true beginner, this piece takes
the listener on an eerie tour that can best be
described as an unsettling experience with a
touch of curiosity and anxiousness. Piano and
optional celesta (playable on a keyboard) create a
haunting background reminiscent of a film score.
Instruments move mostly by stepwise motion,
and all string crossings involve an open string.
No eighth notes are used, and many instruments
use only five or six notes. This adaptable version
will give you the flexibility to perform this with
many different ensembles!
11306569 String Orchestra, keyboard required -
for adaptable 3-part
string ensemble . . . . . . . . . . B 40.00
11319195 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Anaconda—Chris M. Bernotas. Driving rhythms,
powerful melodies, light pizzicato, and sharp
dynamic contrasts capture both the power and
stealth of the anaconda in this great original work!
Perfect for practicing scale technique, eighth
rests, accents, and part independence. Sure to
be a favorite!
11354996 String Orchestra Flexible . . . E 50.00
11354997 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Anchored—Todd Parrish. A fun piece for young
players that reinforces the practice of leaving
fingers down, "anchored" to the fingerboard.
With a nautical flavor, the piece explores
staccato and legato articulation along with
striking dynamic contrast. Low second-finger
patterns only occur in the first violin part, and
fourth finger use is encouraged for all upper
strings. The set includes Viola parts in treble
clef and Violin 2 parts in alto clef for ensemble
flexibility. All sections get to play the powerful
melody in this dramatic concert selection!
10981236 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 42.00
10981237 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Atishbaji (Fireworks)—Doug Spata. An exciting
selection with Indian flavor! Fireworks are central to
the traditional autumn Diwali celebration, the Hindu
festival of lights. Featuring approachable rhythms
and notes, this lively and vivid piece also reinforces
low-one finger patterns. Represent Diwali at holiday
concerts or anytime to add a touch of world music
to the concert program. Optional percussion adds
even more color and style. Includes violin 3 (viola in
treble clef) and alternate viola (violin 2 in alto clef)
parts for flexibility.
10846052 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . E 47.00
10846053 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Breakbeat—Doug Spata. A driving tempo,
energizing rhythms, foot stomps, handclaps, and
terse dynamics make this a thrilling yet highly
playable work for beginning string orchestras.
Unison rhythms greatly enhance the intensity.
All notes are performed pizzicato. Sure to be a
highlight of any performance!
11339402 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 44.00
11339403 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Enduring the Storm—Lucas Shogren. A slow
and gentle opening melody delivers a feeling of
hope and perseverance before giving way to a
strong, driving theme of unwavering determin-
ation that builds to an intense and exciting
ending. Developing string players will have the
opportunity to study a wide variety of articulations,
dynamics, and bowings. An excellent choice to
open or conclude a program.
11339412 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 44.00
11339413 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Enigma—Ben Snoek. This excellent original
work opens with a slow and ominous melody
in the low strings under a veil of soft tremolos
that quickly transitions to a fast and fiery
ride propelled by driving rhythms, changing
tonalities, and creative harmonic tension. This
will keep the audience on the edge of their
seats! An excellent opener!
11339414 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00
11339415 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
A Festival Rondo—Richard Meyer. This piece
combines elementary, middle school, and high
school string orchestras, each playing age-
appropriate material, making for the perfect
closer to an all-city multi-level concert. During
the course of this energetic rondo, each group
is featured on their own melody. As the piece
unfolds, the melodies are creatively combined,
keeping all the players on their toes and active
at all times. Grade levels for the three groups are:
elementary - Grade 1.5; middle school - Grade
2.5; high school - Grade 3.5.
10594915 Multi-Level Orchestra . . . VE-M 75.00
10594916 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Gaelic Castle—Soon Hee Newbold. Expertly
rescored for flexible instrumentation, this piece
captures all of the energy and spirit of the
original! Opening with the powerful sound of
open fifths, this work transports the listener back
to medieval times. Experience a life of festivals
and celebrations in a magnificent castle as the
melodies work their way through all sections of
the orchestra. Exciting and jovial!
11307909 String Orchestra for adaptable
3-part string ensemble . . . . . E 40.00
11307910 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Greater Than...—Brian Balmages. Commiss-
ioned by the National String Project Consortium,
this gorgeous lyrical work for beginning and
developing string students can be performed
alone as an intermediate-level piece or with multi-
level supplemental parts (available separately).
Orchestrated to celebrate inclusion and diversity,
the multi-level option is designed to sound far
"greater than" the intermediate version alone.
An outstanding choice for a festival setting or
pyramid concert.
11198370 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . M 60.00
11198371 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . M 6.00
11198372 String Orchestra
Supplemental Set . . . . . . VE-E 60.00
11198373 Additional Multi-Level
Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE-M 7.00
The Hunt (Allegro Vivace from String Quartet
No. 17)—W.A. Mozart/arr. Ben Clinesmith. One
of Mozart's best known string quartets, arranged
for beginning orchestra. Set in easy first position
with no slurs, this clever arrangement has been
transposed to the key of G and arranged in
3/4 time instead of the original 6/8. Mozart's
original hunting horn-like motif is featured in this
authentic arrangement, ensuring students can
enjoy a staple of classical repertoire in their first
years of playing. Includes violin 3 (viola in treble
clef) and alternate viola (violin 2 in alto clef) parts
for flexible ensembles.
10846072 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 42.00
10846073 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Legend of the Knight—Chris Thomas. Driving
eighth notes and dark low-string themes depict
the mythical warrior rising from the mist, then
soaring, triumphant high strings show the hero in
victory. Young players will have the opportunity
to work on spiccato and legato bowing. A thrilling
addition to your next concert program.
11339416 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00
11339417 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
An Ode to Joy Festival (Multi-level)—Ludwig
van Beethoven/arr. Todd Parrish. Experience the
thrill of Beethoven's original symphony in this
multi-level arrangement for string or full orchestra!
Beginners will feel successful playing the familiar
melody from their method book accompanied
by a brilliant arrangement for intermediate and
advanced orchestras. This abbreviated version
is long enough to highlight the best moments
but short enough to use as a grand finale for any
pyramid concert. Optional high school level wind
and brass parts are highly encouraged but not
required for performance.
10981234 String or Full Orchestra. . . B-M 80.00
10981235 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00
The Russian Music Box—Soon Hee Newbold.
Here is a three-part flexible arrangement of this
exquisite original work for beginning orchestra.
The B-minor modal tonality brings out that
melancholy Russian sound while using notes
familiar to all players. This work sounds rich and
interesting while using only quarter, half, and
whole note values. Piano is optional.
11343929 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . B 40.00
11343930 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Snowy Woods—James O. Lockett. This
beautiful original work will warm the audience
and players with delight. A beautiful melody
and colorful harmonies combined with lush and
expert scoring will make the developing orchestra
sound full. A harp (optional piano) part adds to the
perfect palette of color. A must-have holiday gem.
11339424 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 44.00
11339425 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Viking (Full Flex - for any combination of
instruments)—Soon Hee Newbold. This out-
standing work, now available in this flexible instrum-
entation edition, is an exhilarating take on the
dynamic spirit of the ancient Vikings! Open-string
double stops, pizzicato, and optional percussion
create a dramatic sound that will transport you into
a legendary seafaring adventure. Each instrument
part is featured while working on various bowing
styles and dynamics. Violins utilize low second
finger, while basses have limited low first fingers.
Piano and percussion add to the flair and drama.
This is a must-have in every orchestral library.
11316000 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . E 50.00
11316002 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
A Viking's Tale—Chris Thomas. Experience the
grit and barbarity of the vikings' life in this fierce
piece for developing strings! Heavy, marcato
melodies are passed to every section, using only
notes of the G and D major scales in first position,
plus a little third position in the bass. Dynamic
contrasts, warrior cries, and optional bass drum
and anvil add extra drama and excitement for
your next concert. Includes violin 3 (viola in treble
clef) and alternate viola (violin 2 in alto clef) parts
for flexible ensembles.
10846042 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . VE 42.00
10846043 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
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