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Original Concert Works medium-easy
H MantrasRichard Meyer. This fascinating,
contemporary original will create a level of
excitement not often found at this level! Easy mixed
meter, modal scales and driving syncopations
combine to create an ideal concert and contest
selection that will show off your group in the best
light! Powerful!
2375616 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
n Medieval WarsBrian Balmages. This could be
the high point of your concert! The dark opening
sets the stage for the entry of the knights, who ride
into the stadium with a noble theme over pulsating
lower strings. As the tournament begins, the music
becomes aggressive and driving, drawing everyone
into the action. The final ceremony crowns our
champion and brings the music to a magnificent
and regal finale! This is all done within the reach of
players bordering on the easy to medium-easy levels!
10027355 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
l Millennium CycloneAndrew H. Dabczynski.
Invite your orchestra and audience to step aboard
the Millennium Cyclone roller coaster and take off
on a wild ride! Filled with twists, turns, ups, and
downs and even a moment to catch your breath,
here's an original piece that will delight and
challenge intermediate string players. It's also a
chance to introduce repeated 16th-note figures
and dramatically contrasting dynamics.
10594953 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
MomentumRichard Meyer. A great choice for
your next concert or contest! This provides a wide
variety of outstanding teaching opportunities while
using a fresh "new" sound that your students will
love! As the title suggests, a driving, rhythmic pulse
permeates this contemporary original, but the piece
incorporates two diverse moods: a highly rhythmic
first section in B Minor, built on rising and falling
thirds, followed by a simple chorale in folk song
style. Once this slow material is passed around
the energy is re-established with earlier material.
A solid work for concert and contest.
10046796 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
Moon BassTodd Parrish. Let your string bass
section swing in this easy-to-play blues piece as
they build skills and enjoy the motivation of being
in the spotlight. Basses carry the melody much of
the time, while also accompanying the melody as
it weaves through other sections. All parts stay in
first position, while the bass shifts briefly to third
position. Educational objectives include playing
accidentals, contrasting between staccato and
legato, and learning to play in a swing style.
10280368 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n MythosSoon Hee Newbold. Soon Hee Newbold's
music has sparked the imaginations of string players
and audiences alike. In this work, three sections.
Once Upon A Time; Fantasy; and, Final Victory are
performed without pause. The music tells the story
and takes the listeners on a musical journey that is
limited only by imagination. Powerful!
10008684 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l North Country ExpeditionJeff Bailey. Written
with middle school students in mind, this original
work is in C Major and 3/4 time. The harmonic
structure is built to help students strengthen group
intonation yet is interesting and gives a mature
sound. A Learning Bank offers students their own
opportunity to create a "north country expedition."
10616611 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 52.00
n On a Hymnsong of Philip BlissDavid
Holsinger. Originally written for band in 1989, this
work is based on the famous American hymn It Is
Well with My Soul. A standard in the concert band
repertoire, it has also become a concert staple for
string orchestras.
5896253 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 On the High SeasChristopher Wheeler/arr.
J. Cameron Law. Hoist the sails and cast off with
this rollicking hornpipe for strings and optional
piano. Written to give younger students exposure to
changing time signatures and accidentals, it starts
and ends in 3/4 time (with a one to the bar feel)
with a contrasting middle section in 4/4. If used, the
piano part adds a degree of flair to the finished work.
10609936 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
H Orange JamJeffrey S. Bishop. Give your
students a shot at this exciting work that lets them
imitate rock guitar sounds. This is a straightforward
rock piece that is both energetic and fun to play!
The G minor/modal tonality really lets the open
strings ring out. Your orchestra will love jamming
to this piece at any time of the year. The final words
of the composer's notes say it all: "Have Fun!"
10030756 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
JAZZ STYLES
for ORCHESTRA
Yes, strings CAN swing!
Beale Street Strut—Doug Spata. Taking its name
from the epicenter of Southern jazz in Memphis, this
fun little boogie will get the orchestra moving! Featuring
accidentals and chromatic passages throughout, each
section gets its turn at the jazzy, swaggering melodies
as well as the bouncy accompaniment parts. It's great
practice for chromatics and a fun piece that students will
enjoy learning.
10310526 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
Bossa Rojo—Bert Ligon. Beginning with a dramatic
familiar Latin figure, everyone will recognize the rhythm and
groove with enthusiasm! Melodic material appears in all
parts and is designed for fun and successful performances.
An improvisation section is included where soloists can
improvise over the familiar progression or play the provided
solos. Piano and drum set parts are included. The change
of pace will be appreciated by players of any level.
10310635 String Orchestra,
Percussion Required . . . . . . . . . . . .M 55.00
Chicken Foot Transplant—Matt Turner. Put on
your dancin' shoes! This entertaining and infectious "Bo
Diddley" groove offers a smorgasbord of blues, country
fiddling and funk, with added flair by a drumset. There's
even a solo section, which may be improvised or played as
written. Who knew you could pack so much fun into one
short piece?!
10366544 String Orchestra,
Percussion Required . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00
Christmas Time Is Here—arr. Bob Cerulli.
From the joyous finale of A Charlie Brown Christmas
comes the song that has become a holiday tradition. Your
students will love learning this and may learn a few new
notes along the way! The arrangement is simple enough
for young orchestras to play, yet it keeps that original Vince
Gauraldi Trio jazz sound that everyone loves. Make this a
holiday tradition!
2416469 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 51.00
Christmas Time Is Here—Vince Guaraldi/
arr. Kazik.
The tender ballad from A Charlie Brown
Christmas is a perfect jazz-flavored choice for younger
orchestras. With its smooth harmonies, moving lines,
skilled ensemble writing, piano and drum set parts, it's
hard to go wrong with this perennial favorite!
10294597 String Orchestra,
Percussion Required . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
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It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That
Swing)—Duke Ellington/arr. Longfield.
Here's a
carefully crafted version of this jazz standard that treats
syncopation and melody in a practical, teachable way
for younger players. Add the optional drums, piano and
electric bass and you've got a strong rhythm section for
your swinging strings! A very accessible edition for your
pops programming!
10042513 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 40.00
Jazzed Up & High Strung—Brian Holmes.
This catchy tune provides exposure to jazz style for
strings. The chromatic bass line's slaps provide a fun,
percussive element, while the catchy melody is passed
around to all sections.
10444017 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 50.00
Jazzy Old Saint Nick—Douglas Wagner. All the
jazz is in the piano! The string parts are a straightforward
arrangement of Jolly Old Saint Nicholas that your students
could handle after only a few months of instruction. Some
pizzicato sections add a delightful change and are fun for
the students. This is a winner at their first holiday concert!
2478026 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B 46.00
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Master of Disguise—Brent D. Smith. This original
work is a tribute to the life of Monsignor Hugh O'Flaherty,
who played a significant role in saving the lives of Jews
and Allied prisoners during World War II. Due to his ability
to out-fox frequent traps laid by the Nazis, O'Flaherty
was nicknamed the "Scarlet Pimpernel of the Vatican."
Performers should swing the rhythm throughout the piece
using a traditional jazz-waltz style. The drum set and piano
parts add even more interest to the piece.
10568193 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 50.00
Minnie the Moocher—Cab Colloway &
Irving Mills/arr. Ford.
A jazz classic! This smooth
arrangement captures all the magic of the great Cab
Calloway standard from the 1930s. The orchestra gets to
scat along with the famous "Hi-dee-ho" section. Have the
audience join in too for a swingin' performance experience!
10348581 String Orch or Full Orch . . . . . . . . ME 59.00
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The Pink Panther—Henry Mancini/arr. Longfield.
Henry Mancini's most recognized theme is a jazz classic
that your students will love to play! Great riffs, cool
harmonies, and a spot for a jazz violin solo (written version
included) make it a super program choice for your students.
10274671 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
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The Pink Panther—Henry Mancini/arr. Caponegro.
This is a "must" for every string orchestra! The universal
appeal of this delightful Henry Mancini tune makes it a
superb piece for both rehearsal and performance!
2099422 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 48.00
Red Rhythmico—Kirt Mosier. Show off multiple
soloists with this slick, original jazz piece for experienced
strings. Kirt Mosier brings the heat in this follow up to
Blue Rhythmico with the kind of textures that only strings
can create with highlighted pizzicato and spiccatto for
emphasis. Written solos are included, or players can
explore how the music moves them.
10091987 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 50.00
Rock Bottom Boogie—Robert Longfield.
Robert's new blues shuffle is a fun jazz ensemble-style
tune, that lets your string orchestra perform something a
little different. Easy swing rhythms in a comfortable key
and tempo make it accessible for most groups. With a little
creativity, you might want to open up a section for a young
soloist to stretch out a bit.
10343653 String Orchestra,
Percussion Required . . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Shadows in the House—Thom Sharp. This fast
swing piece in G minor is playfully sneaky! With a catchy,
singable tune, this work features a tutti pizzicato section,
as well as some melodic moments for bass and celli. All
parts remain in first position, with a couple of "funky"
accidentals thrown in for fun. The swing-eighth feel keeps
the mood appropriately shadowy!
10068368 String Orchestra,
Percussion Required . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00
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Sing, Sing, Sing—Louis Prima/arr. Marshall
& Phillips.
This has been a showstopper from the Benny
Goodman Big Band in the past to jazz bands of today - but
now, straight from the Barrage stage show is a version for
strings that will rock your world! This has long been one of
the most popular tunes in the Barrage show. Adapted for
string orchestra, this arrangement retains the feel of the
show and will sound fantastic! Don't miss this!
10050439 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .M 60.00
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Take Five—arr. Bob Cerulli. Made famous by
Paul Desmond and the Dave Brubeck Quartet, this
jazz standard is known the world over as the tune that
introduced 5/4 meter to the jazz scene. Bob Cerulli's
arrangement retains all the "hipness" of the original, yet
it's appealing and playable by developing players. This is
unique, and you'll want to take a careful look at it! Playable
by full or string orchestra.
2246163 String Orch or Full Orch . . . . . . . . ME 55.00
