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Classical Selections
Very Easy
Barcarolle—Jacques Offenbach/arr. Richard
Meyer. This easy arrangement of the famous
gondola boat song is the perfect way to strengthen
your young orchestra's legato playing skills. Slurs,
crescendos, diminuendos, and a 3/4 time signature
all add to the learning opportunities.
10453627 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10453675 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Baroque Suite—G.P. Telemann/arr. Michael
Hopkins. Introduce your students to the galant
style of Telemann with this Grade 1+ arrangement.
Students will work bowing technique, dynamic
contrasts, phrasing, and tempo changes.
10700108 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10700109 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
H A Beethoven Lullaby—Brian Balmages.
Beethoven's normally thunderous Ode to Joy dons
a dreamy mantle in this delicate arrangement by
Brian Balmages. Each string section softly adds its
own voice to contemporary variations that blossom
into a subtle homage, bearing its own quiet "Joy."
10307082 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
10307083 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Bella Bocca Polka—Emile Waldteufel/arr. Bob
Phillips. This charming piece is a perfect choice for
a first festival experience and will help any group
sound more mature. Written in first position in
the keys of G and D, it is a great piece to work
on low and high twos in the upper strings as well
as stopped bows in the entire string section. All
rhythms are very easy using mostly quarters and
paired eighths.
10594927 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10594928 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Brandenburg Concerto No. 5—J.S. Bach/arr.
Richard Meyer. The famous first movement of
Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 5, simplified
and shortened for the first-year player, yet retaining
all the energy and spirit of the original. It uses only
the notes of the D major scale (including a few high
E's for violin 1), and the rhythms are within reach of
young players.
10997709 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10997710 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Clash of the Triads!—Various/arr. Deborah
Baker Monday. The "clash" of your favorite themes
abound in this highly entertaining arrangement.
Beethoven vs. Mozart is finally trampled by the
favorite Can-Can. Everyone will love this classical
combo of themes from Beethoven's "Fifth
Symphony," Mozart's "Eine Kleine Nactmusik,"
and Offenbach's Can-Can!
10312808 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10312809 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Finale from "The Firebird"—Igor Stravinsky/
arr. Michael Story. One of the most important
works of the 20th century, the iconic Finale is
now accessible to young players with this effective
arrangement. All meter changes have been
"squared off," while still maintaining the spirit and
integrity of the original work.
10594746 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10594790 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Finlandia—Jean Sibelius/arr. Jack Bullock.
A great sounding, yet simple arrangement, perfect
for broadening the musical palette of young players.
The main theme is presented without development,
maintaining the lovely simplicity of the piece.
10066520 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
10066522 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Hallelujah Chorus—G.F. Handel/arr. Soon Hee
Newbold. End your concert with a bang and start
the yearly music tradition with your youngest
musicians! Listeners will be amazed by the
authenticity of this arrangement, which is able to
capture so much of the original that one will hardly
notice the difference. An absolute essential for all
string libraries!
10066335 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10066338 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
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.
10846072 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
10846073 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
H
La Rejouissance (from "Royal Fireworks
Music")—G.F. Handel/arr. Richard Meyer. Your
beginning string orchestra will feel a real sense
of accomplishment when they play this excellent
piece of Baroque literature, which has been
carefully arranged by Richard Meyer to reinforce
your students' newly-acquired slurred staccato and
hooked bowing technique. Recorded by Michigan
State University Orchestra on the CD Teaching Music
Through Performance in Orchestra, Volume 1 -
Pepper #5973728.
2282259 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
2308955 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Mahler's Mysterious March—Gustav Mahler/
arr. Jim Palmer. This piece is based on a minor
version of Frere Jacques as heard in Gustav
Mahler's first symphony. The haunting melody
and creative variations will capture the students'
interest right away. The wide range of dynamics
and contrasting styles in this theme and variation
setting create a beautiful piece for the concert and
festival stage. Correlates with Sound Innovations for
String Orchestra, Book 1, Level 4.
10999870 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10999871 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Medieval Dance—Thibaut de Blason/arr.
Michael Story. Medieval Dance is based on the
song Amours, que porra devenir which was
written by trouvere Thibaut de Blason around
the year 1200. Carefully scored in the mixolydian
mode, this piece offers both a vivid history lesson
and reinforcement of triple meter. Great for
teaching and performance!
10594742 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
10594786 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
A Mozart Allegro (K. 3)—W.A. Mozart/arr. Carrie
Lane Gruselle. This extremely popular melody was
composed when Mozart was a mere six years old
and surely predicted his remarkable genius! Written
for the youngest of musicians, this arrangement
features simple phrases infused with contrasting
dynamics and articulations.
10877025 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
10877026 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
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Mozart Serenade and Dance—W.A. Mozart/
arr. John O'Reilly. This is an excellent choice for
introducing students to the work of Mozart. The
two movements feature themes from "Eine Kleine
Nachtmusik" and one of Mozart's "Divertimenti." A
great piece to work on simple eighth-note rhythms!
2346328 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
2346336 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
H
Ode to Joy—Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Richard
Meyer. This flexible arrangement of Beethoven's
most famous melody works for both full and
string orchestras. Transposed and adapted
to give all of your young students a rewarding
orchestra experience.
2442614 String or Full Orchestra . . . . . .59.00
5942701 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Presto (from "Piano Trio No. 2")—Ludwig van
Beethoven/arr. Ben Clinesmith. This charming and
easy arrangement of the finale from Beethoven's
"Piano Trio No. 2" requires no slurs or extended
finger patterns. The set includes extra Viola parts
in treble clef and Violin 2 parts in alto clef for
ensemble flexibility. A pleasant concert selection
for young players with approachable and interesting
melodies for all sections.
10981263 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
10981264 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
4 A Regal March (from "Scipione")—George
Frederic Handel/arr. Christina Hans. This regal
processional from Handel's opera "Scipione" is also
well known as the regimental march of the British
Grenadier Guards. This simplified arrangement
for developing players builds confidence in first
position, doubles violin 2 and viola, and provides
interesting parts in every section.
11175131 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .44.00
11175132 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Russian Dance from "The Nutcracker"—P.I.
Tchaikovsky/arr. Michael Story. Make your holiday
concert sparkle with this great arrangement
of Tchaikovsky's popular classic from "The
Nutcracker!" Though a solid Grade 1, this setting of
Russian Dance, or Trepak, maintains all of the spirit
and integrity of the original.
10594749 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10594793 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
A (Very) Short History of Music—Various/arr.
Douglas E. Wagner. A (Very) Short History of
Music is an easy medley of melodies from each
major period of Western music, using mostly half
and quarter notes. Seamlessly arranged, young
players and audiences alike will experience
approximately ten centuries of music history in
two and a half minutes!
10872084 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10872085 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Skaters' Waltz—Emile Waldteufel/arr. Richard
Meyer. What a gem this is! Parents and students
alike will recognize this wintry waltz from old
Vienna, and it's a sure bet for any holiday concert.
In fact, it's so familiar that you can program it as
a lighter selection on any concert. And, besides
being such a crowd pleaser, there are also several
good techniques to be worked on, making this a top
pick for beginning string orchestras!
2346401 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
2346419 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
4 Terpsichore—Michael Praetorius/arr. Douglas E.
Wagner. This suite is drawn from "Terpsichore", a
major compilation of 312 dance tunes published
in 1612. Three contrasting movements, Bransle;
Sarabande and La Boure, present a balanced and
musically satisfying selection with a multitude of
teaching moments.
11202698 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11202699 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
A Vivaldi School Year—Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Carrie
Lane Gruselle. This remarkably clever arrangement
introduces orchestras to each movement of Vivaldi's
"The Four Seasons" as the work follows students
through the school year. Included are fun themes
representing Thanksgiving, winter break, spring
break (in Hawaii!) and graduation! Great Baroque
bowing practice sprinkled with seasonal fun!
10512550 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10512551 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Water Music—G.F. Handel/arr. Carrie Lane
Gruselle. Feature this amazingly authentic
arrangement of a Baroque masterpiece! Two
movements from Handel's Water Music Suite No. 2
highlight some of the most famous music from the
Baroque era while falling well within the technical
capability of a young orchestra. Wonderful music
with many teaching opportunities.
10996031 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10996032 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
William Tell Overture—Gioacchino Rossini/arr.
Richard Meyer. Finally you can treat your less-
experienced students to one of the most famous
themes ever written! This arrangement makes
Rossini's music readable and playable by first-year
players, and more advanced players will sound great
performing this piece in cut time. A great technique
builder and motivator, all parts are in first-position
with optional shifts for the bass section.
2703077 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10007965 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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order of their popularity, are chosen most
often by directors.
A Beethoven Lullaby—Brian Balmages.
10307082 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
10307083 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Brandenburg Concerto No. 5—J.S. Bach/arr.
Richard Meyer.
10997709 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
10997710 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Winter from "The Four Seasons"
(Op. 8 No. 4, 2nd Mvt.)—
Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Jeremy Woolstenhulme.
11000026 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
11000043 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Mahler's Mysterious March—
Gustav Mahler/arr. Jim Palmer.
10999870 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
10999871 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Water Music—
G.F. Handel/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle.
10996031 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10996032 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
The Hunt (Allegro Vivace from "String Quartet
No. 17")—W.A. Mozart/arr. Ben Clinesmith.
10846072 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42.00
10846073 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
A (Very) Short History of Music—
Various/arr. Douglas E. Wagner.
10872084 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46.00
10872085 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Ode to Joy—
Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Richard Meyer.
2442614 String or Full Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59.00
5942701 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
A Vivaldi School Year—
Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle.
10512550 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10512551 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Baroque Suite—
G.P. Telemann/arr. Michael Hopkins.
10700108 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10700109 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
