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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS easy
H Dragon Dances—Soon Hee Newbold. Here's
a very creative and exciting work with an exotic
Far-Eastern sound. First the upper strings create
anticipation with an ostinato pattern that continues
as the lower strings present the main melody.
Later, a quiet pizzicato section by all players brings
to mind the sound of oriental stringed instruments.
This is an excellent work that is suited for all players
at the easy to medium-easy level.
2474316 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
2477700 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
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Dramatic Essay—Mark Williams. This remarkably
simple, yet sophisticated sounding piece from
Mark Williams allows for the development of
many expressive possibilities in young players.
Syncopation and spicatto are explored and
developed in a context of changing moods. This is
a must-do for second or third year ensembles.
2301596 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
2322378 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
H El Toro—Don Brubaker. This bold Spanish
composition includes easy solos for violin and
cello. The excitement and color of the bullfight are
displayed in the playable music.
2318996 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .62.00
2340701 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Engines of Resistance—Larry Clark. You will
want to program this thrilling music often! As the
title implies, there is dramatic tension between
opposing forces in the orchestra: a light ostinato
pattern opposes a heavy, aggressive melody; bursts
of percussion ring out against quieter moments in
the orchestra, and all these conflicting elements
come together for an incredible finish! Can be
performed as strings and percussion, or as a full
orchestra. A contest winner!
2416675 String or Full Orchestra . . . . . .59.00
5800651 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Falconer—Doug Spata. Perfect for late-beginner
and early-intermediate orchestras, this work
features simple eighth-note ostinatos, dramatic
melodies, and a bold, cinematic sound. Rhythmic
independence is limited, and the notes can all be
played on the D and A strings (G string for the
basses). But the piece retains a mature style that
students will love.
10986314 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
10986315 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Fan Dance—Soon Hee Newbold. The memorable
melody of this charmingly inspired original is first
introduced on piano. Strings fill in the arching
pentatonic colors and illustrate the delicate falling
cherry blossoms gracing the geisha's fan as she
moves through her choreography. It's a lovely
concert feature for performers and audiences!
10307157 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10307158 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
H Fantasy on a Japanese Folk Song—Brian
Balmages. The haunting Sakura melody moves
through stunning and beautiful transformations in
this musical fantasy before finally coming to rest.
Tonal centers switch between minor and major
as traditional melodies intertwine with thoughtful
countermelodies and contemporary harmonies.
Simply gorgeous!
10366818 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10366821 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
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A Festive Carousel—David Hinds. Festive and
fun, Festive Carousel is a wonderful addition to
any concert program. Work on articulations and
delicate entrances with this energetic work for
string orchestra.
11198660 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
11198661 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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Final Expedition—Bruce W. Tippette. This racing,
rhythmic string orchestra composition will give your
young ensemble a mature sound. Appropriate
for developing students, the melodic material is
presented in all sections of the orchestra.
11198680 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
11198681 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Fire in the Bow—Brian Balmages. Conceived as
an energetic and musically rewarding work, this
piece also happens to be an excellent vehicle for
teaching and reinforcing low first fingerings (violin/
viola), backward extensions (cello), and half position
(bass). The piece avoids augmented seconds and
focuses on simple finger patterns while exploring
dynamic harmonies that create wonderful tension
and release throughout.
10592147 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10592148 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
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Five Before Beethoven—Brian Balmages.
This original piece pays homage to Beethoven's
Fifth Symphony, immersing students in the style
of the first movement without feeling watered
down. Directors will surely notice the many nods
to Beethoven's masterpiece while also exploring
original themes.
11203106 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11203107 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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Fortune Favors the Bold—Matthew R. Putnam.
Take an uplifting journey! Developing students will
find success with equal melodic material and a
unique harmonic sound.
11198682 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11198683 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
H Gargoyles—Doug Spata. This is one you won't
want to miss. A fiery ostinato pattern in a minor
mode sets the mood for this dark-sounding musical
adventure. Melodic fragments pass from one section
to another as the tension builds. This is exciting
music and your students will love playing it!
2470438 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
5971163 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
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Gauntlet—Doug Spata. The driving rhythmic
intensity of the music is something rarely found
at this level! Combine that with its darker modal
sound and you get a captivating work your
students will love to learn. Like music in the
climactic scene of a movie, short repeated motives
are passed among the sections, building tension
from start to finish! Your players and audience will
be thrilled with this one!
2417863 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
5830674 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
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Guest Soloist—Richard Meyer. Your audience
will get a real chuckle from this fun, interactive
piece that spotlights a volunteer from the audience
playing on a two-string violin (or any instrument you
choose to use). This delightful original work requires
absolutely no rehearsal ahead of time with the
soloist (honestly!) who is cued in with taps on the
shoulder. Everyone will be amazed as a volunteer
from the audience, chosen on the spot, becomes
the next "virtuoso." A two-minute concerto that will
positively bring down the house!
10280312 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10280313 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Gypsy Tale—Soon Hee Newbold. Nothing
brings string-playing to life quite like the dramatic
sounds of Hungarian dances or traditional
gypsy music! With that as inspiration, Soon
Hee Newbold created a work infused with that
passion, but playable at the easy level! It's set in
E minor and calls for some pizzicato, with bowing
that alternates from a "brush-stroke" to a warm
legato bowing. Trills and grace notes are optional
but really add to the style.
2480764 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10018122 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
H The Haunted Carousel—Soon Hee Newbold.
This melancholy yet alluring melody conjures
images of an old carousel haunted by spirits.
From the eerie harmonies of the opening to the
more spirited melodies that follow, this work
takes listeners on a roller coaster of emotions as
they experience the many moods of the haunted
carousel. Sure to be a concert favorite!
10066365 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10066366 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
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The Hidden Path—George Sweet. A soaring
melodic line and beautiful harmonies make this work
for developing string ensembles a winner, featuring
the composer's unique and infectious sound.
11198712 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
11198713 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Hunter's Moon—Doug Spata. A dramatic piece
for late beginners featuring simple rhythms and
limited part independence. Repeated eighth note
rhythm patterns using only notes on the D and A
strings make this an approachable piece with a
mature, cinematic sound. Sure to thrill audiences
and become a favorite of teachers and students!
10872114 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
10872115 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
l Ice Storm—Matthew Gelfer. This powerful melody
rises from a quiet opening to a stormy theme
featuring driving rhythms and a syncopated motif in
B minor. Icy rain is heard in the pizzicato section as
the storm gains intensity, building to turbulent winds
heard in the rise and fall of melodic lines between
sections. An exciting winter concert selection!
11175153 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
11175154 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Intensity—Sean O'Loughlin. As the title implies,
this piece is driving and aggressive. This is music
your students will enjoy playing, and offers you
some creative teaching opportunities. There's great
momentum and a strong finish your students will be
proud to play!
10046238 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10046239 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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Joust—Richard Meyer. This simple yet mature-
sounding piece is sure to spark your students'
imagination, taking them back to the exciting
jousting tournaments of medieval times. Driving
eighth notes, minor and modal harmonies, and
unexpected accents contribute to the excitement
and energy.
10032625 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10032731 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
BEST
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String Orchestra
Original Concert Works
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Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most
often by directors.
Wildfire—Kathryn Griesinger.
10997841 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
10997861 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Falconer—Doug Spata.
10986314 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.00
10986315 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Viking—Soon Hee Newbold.
10454265 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10454298 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Burst!—Brian Balmages.
10277832 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10277833 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Gauntlet—Doug Spata.
2417863 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
5830674 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Centrifuge—Kathryn Griesinger.
10907785 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10907786 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Sahara Crossing—Richard Meyer.
2442523 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
5899471 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Winter Reverie—Kathryn Griesinger.
10997994 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10997995 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Gargoyles—Doug Spata.
2470438 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
5971163 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Fantasy on a Japanese Folk Song—
Brian Balmages.
10366818 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10366821 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
