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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS medium-easy / medium
H Spartacus—Brian Balmages. Return to the time
of the Roman Empire and Spartacus! The opening
signifies the harsh life of a gladiator while a fast,
energetic section pays homage to his brilliance
as a military tactician. Explosive rhythms,
memorable melodies, and innovative harmonies
all combine to make this piece unforgettable!
Thrilling and highly recommended!
10047935 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10047936 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Struggle in the Shadows—Brian Balmages. This
powerful work tackles the issue of bullying in schools
from the perspective of a student. Making use of
a quartet within the ensemble (either a standard
quartet or two violins and two cellos), the piece
moves between the voices of the lonely and their
experiences. From moments of solitude to anguish
and hope, this piece seeks to bring light to an issue
that continues to plague schools worldwide.
10996017 String Orchestra with Piano . . .60.00
10996018 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Surge—Bruce Tippette. A rhythmically high-
powered piece for string orchestra, full of
syncopated rhythms that keep it perpetually driving
forward. Frequent abrupt dynamic changes will also
keep your students on their toes with this work. Set
in E minor, Surge races from start to finish, broken
only by a brief slow section that builds to a strong,
fast finish.
10908697 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .70.00
10908698 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .10.00
Swashbucklers Saga—Chris Thomas. In a
classic pirate jig style, this music explores 6/8 meter
with brisk marcato bowings. A contrasting romantic
lyrical section features soaring melodies amid lush
harmonies before the energetic jig returns.
10592169 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
10592170 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Sweet New Moon—Yukiko Nishimura.
A beautifully heartfelt work for young musicians, with
lush harmonies and suspensions that will stretch
the musicianship of the performers. A thoughtful,
meditative work, perfect for your concert program.
11100109 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
11100110 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
H Terra Nova—Richard Meyer. From the opening
measures to a driving finish, this exceptional
work keeps everyone's attention and gives your
developing group a new level of maturity! Featuring
a contemporary, "hip" sound, infectious modal
melodies and changing meter signatures, this
also gives every section a chance in the spotlight.
Teaching opportunities abound as your students
explore low finger patterns (Bb and F naturals),
dynamic contrast, accents, syncopation, balance,
and rhythmic independence. An excellent choice!
10280288 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10280290 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Turning Point—Robert Longfield. This impressive
concert work is bold, contemporary writing for
today's string orchestras. In concert overture style,
it has all the elements that will entice your students
to do their very best. With modal harmony, a driving
rhythmic main theme, contrasting lyric section and
skilled string orchestration, Turning Point is an ideal
program choice.
10317565 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10317566 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
l Under a Winter Sky—Yukiko Nishimura. This
beautiful work captures the awesome wonder of a
winter's eve. Using simple rhythms and lyrical lines,
a mood of reflection and solitude leads to a faster,
syncopated middle section before settling back into
the tranquility of a quiet night. Easy accidentals
create lush harmonies that reflect the magic of a
snowy landscape.
11202229 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11202230 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Viola Country—Richard Meyer. Spotlight your
magnificent violas in this feature with Western
flavors, and give your "unsung heroes" a chance
to show off. Includes a heroic opening, a flashy
"fiddle" melody and a flowing legato section. Easy
to rehearse, and fun for every section!
10370736 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
10370737 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Wired—Lauren Bernofsky. An uncanny
combination of rock and classical styles, with the
unstoppable energy of pure electricity! Layers of
driving eighth notes introduce an infectious groove
from the lower strings, who will take over with
attitude. Engaging for every player in the orchestra,
and a guaranteed way to win over your students,
audience and anyone within earshot.
10366892 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10366893 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
H Wood Splitter Fanfare—Brian Balmages.
Inspired by the courage of a string player, this will
immediately command your audience's attention!
A thrilling fanfare with sweeping lines, forceful
rhythms, and counterpoint all in a short grade 2.5
that is quite achievable! Your group will sound like
a symphony orchestra as the music drives through
several sections before a flurry of chords bring the
work to an exciting conclusion. Intense!
10066346 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10066347 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Zombie Tango—James Meredith. Imagine two
zombies dancing a zombie tango! This would make
a great piece for Halloween, or anytime zombie
fever is taking over your school.
10457593 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10457594 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.50
Original Concert Works
Medium
30,000 and Forever—Brian Balmages. This
emotionally powerful and personal work is the
composer's own Adagio for Strings. Written to
simultaneously depict the journey of graduating
seniors with the composer's own journey to the
other side of the world without his family, the music
pulls at every emotional string it can find. From
moments of solitude to times of sheer passion,
fear, and eventual comfort, this is certain to take
you on a powerful journey beyond anything you
could possibly imagine.
10877021 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10877022 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
7th Street Beat—Lauren Bernofsky. A beatbox
piece for orchestra! Beatbox percussion sounds
imitate effects normally made by a drum set, and
these vocal syllables are woven into the parts of
each section of the orchestra. The same parts are
also written out separately for a guest "soloist" or
two. A section for optional improvisation - either
instrumental or vocal - makes this piece extra-fun
and creative!
10997954 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10997955 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Adventures on Bainbridge Island—Alan Lee
Silva. This descriptive work stunningly depicts the
beauty of Bainbridge Island located in the Puget
Sound in Washington state. It has a "made-in-
America" spirit and sound, merging the simplicity of
folk song-like melodies with modern orchestration.
10522007 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10522008 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
4 Ancient Wonders Suite—Todd Parrish. A musical
description of four of the wonders of the ancient
world: the grandeur of the Temple of Artemis located
in Ephesus (present-day Turkey); the majesty of the
Great Lighthouse at Alexandria, Egypt; the mystery
and amazing craftsmanship of the Great Pyramid
at Giza; and the awe-inspiring Statue of Zeus at
Olympia, Greece. Movements may be played in any
order or as stand-alone works.
11202197 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .75.00
11202198 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .12.00
4 Appalachian Festival—Chris Thomas. The folk-
style melodies of old-time Appalachian music are
captured in this lively work for string orchestra!
Strummed rhythms, syncopation, and an exciting
accelerando lend excitement and energy to this
concert selection perfect for any time of year.
11175137 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .57.00
11175138 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Arabian Dreams—Soon Hee Newbold. Here's a
thrilling musical journey that fires the imagination and
evokes images such as those in the "1001 Arabian
Nights!" Set as one continuous work, the music
moves from the exotic sounds of a fiery sunrise to the
magnificent power of an Arabian stallion galloping at
full speed across the expansive desert!
2474326 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
9505194 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Arachnid's Lair—Kirt Mosier. Though perfect
for Halloween, Arachnid's Lair can be performed
any time of year. The dark, subtle introduction with
molto crescendos and decrescendos hint at the
sinister plan an arachnid has for its prey. Dissonant
harmonies, dramatic dynamics, and tempo
changes add to the movement on the spider's web.
A brief but hauntingly beautiful viola solo is offered
in the middle section before the final buildup to an
exciting climax!
10997958 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10997959 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
H Arlington Sketches—Elliot Del Borgo. This is a
classic Del Borgo style piece...rhythmically exciting
and harmonically rich. In addition, the contrasting
middle section allows for attention to tonal
development, balance and blend. A guaranteed
winner! (Grade 3 1/2)
2301422 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .62.00
5382254 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Arrowhead—Doug Spata. Arrowhead is an
adventurous challenge for advancing string
players featuring approachable chromatic notes,
enharmonic spellings, and sixteenth-note patterns.
The ABA form explores both 6/8 and 3/4 time
signatures in the key of B minor. With exciting,
driving themes that course through each section of
the orchestra, it is a thrilling journey that teachers
will appreciate and students are sure to enjoy.
10997960 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10997961 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Autumn Harvest—Chris Thomas. Autumn is
a glorious time of year! The air is crisp and cool,
smelling of fireplaces, and the trees burst into a
display of amber and gold before disappearing
into winter's silence. Several variations of the main
theme explore varying keys, time signatures, and
styles. The piece builds to a joyous finale as all
the variations overlap in a cacophony of jubilant
counterpoint. A festive fall concert selection!
10995981 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
10995982 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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Baile de Lila—Chris Thomas. This vibrant work
brings the sound and spirit of mariachi to the string
orchestra! Feature principal players accompanied
by strummed passages, catchy syncopated
figures, and energetic melodies. The piece also
includes parts for an optional guitar ensemble for
an authentic flavor.
11203094 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
11203095 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
4 A Ballad of Inis Mor—Doug Spata. The yearning,
Irish-inspired melodies in A Ballad of Inis Mor
(pronounced IN-ish more) evoke a sense of quiet
reflection. The poignant theme begins in the
cello section, rising through the sections amid
flowing accompaniments that ebb and flow
with expressive dynamic and tempo changes.
Graceful embellishments, optional shifting, part
independence, and a variety of rhythms will
encourage listening across the ensemble to create
an elegant, unified sound.
11202205 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
11202206 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
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