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CLASSICAL medium-advanced & advanced /
ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS very easy
Sinfonia No. 2 in D Major (Movement 1)—Felix
Mendelssohn/arr. Kirk Moss. An exciting concert or
festival opener! Includes educationally appropriate
bowings and fingerings to save precious rehearsal
time and develop a mature sound. This setting is
the perfect piece to develop and refine the spiccato
bow stroke.
10364905 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .57.00
10364909 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
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Suite from "Carmen"—George Bizet/arr. Robert
D. McCashin. This fantastic suite of themes from
the popular opera "Carmen" includes the opening
Bugle Call and March of the Dragoons, the famous
Habanera, the entr'acte to Act III Intermezzo, and
the spirited music of the final act. Showcase your
students playing some of the most famous opera
music in the repertoire!
11203122 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
11203123 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
4 Summer from "The Four Seasons" (Mvt. 3,
Presto)—Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Jennifer Meckler.
This arrangement can be performed by an
advanced orchestra alone or as a festival feature
with the addition of optional intermediate and
beginning string parts. Ideal for summer string
camps with mixed-ability ensembles.
11204511 Multi-Level Orchestra . . . . . . .85.00
11204531 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .30.00
11204546 String Pack/
Additional String Set . . . . . . . .55.00
Symphonie Espagnole (First Movement)—
Edouard Lalo/arr. Todd Parrish. Firmly rooted in the
standard violin repertoire, Symphonie Espagnole is
a brilliant work that showcases the violin's lyrical
beauty and technical virtuosity with a Spanish
style. After keeping the opening solo passage, the
powerful melodies are then passed throughout
the orchestra. The first movement is arranged
here for string orchestra, shortened and simplified
for playability. However, Lalo's original fiery
masterpiece comes through clearly. The optional
timpani part is highly recommended to achieve the
most authentic sound.
10696548 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .52.00
10696549 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Symphony in D (First Movement)—Ignaz
Pleyel/arr. Robert D. McCashin. Pleyel's Symphony
in D is a delightful yet powerful work. It opens in D
minor with a highly dramatic, even operatic overture
character, but then moves into a refreshing, spirited
D major presto. Primary material has been drawn
from the original (1792) string parts, augmented
with substantial harmonic function and rhythmic
momentum from the woodwind and brass parts.
10696552 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
10696553 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
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Symphony No. 1 (First Movement)—Ludwig
van Beethoven/arr. Robert D. McCashin. Following
the slow introduction, Beethoven's first symphony
breaks into a lively and energetic Allegro, carrying
listeners through a whirlwind of harmonies and
keys. This advanced arrangement captures the
lyricism and raw power of a masterpiece written by
a young 29-year-old Beethoven.
11203127 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
11203128 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Symphony No. 2 "Romantic" (First Movement)
—Howard Hanson/arr. Todd Parrish. Symphony
No. 2 by Howard Hanson is one of the most popular
American symphonies ever written, most famously
used in the end credits of the movie "Alien" in
1979. This arrangement focuses on the hauntingly
beautiful second theme of the first movement.
Cellos are featured prominently in tenor clef and
often cover the soaring horn solos from the original.
Musicians will experience true symphonic beauty
in this exquisite arrangement for strings and harp.
10997986 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .70.00
10997987 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .10.00
l Symphony No. 4, "Tragische" (First Movement)
—Franz Schubert/arr. Robert D. McCashin. This
arrangement of Schubert's Symphony No. 4 is an
ideal selection for the advanced string orchestra.
11204519 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .61.00
11204539 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .15.00
4 Symphony No. 5 (First Movement)—Ludwig
van Beethoven/arr. Todd Parrish. All the power
of Beethoven's famous Fifth Symphony, first
movement is captured in this excellent arrangement
for string orchestra with optional timpani. Set in the
original key of C minor, the stormy Allegro con brio
effectively uses every section of the ensemble to
capture the passion and spirit of the original work.
11175180 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
11175182 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .11.00
Symphony No. 6 (First Movement)—Ludwig
van Beethoven/arr. Robert D. McCashin. In
Beethoven's words, "the 'Pastoral' symphony
is more an expression of feeling than painting...
pleasant feelings which awaken in men on arriving
in the countryside." A perfect introduction to
Beethoven's major works, the music is exquisitely
orchestrated to retain the true nature of the
original masterpiece while remaining playable by
intermediate students.
10877067 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
10877068 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Symphony No. 9 "From the New World" (First
Movement)—Antonin Dvorak/arr. Brian Holmes.
Inspired by Dvorak's visit to America, original
melodies are found throughout the work and are
masterfully crafted to create a powerful portrayal of
the region. This arrangement of the first movement
carefully preserves much of the original elements
while condensing instrumentation down to a string
orchestra format with optional timpani.
10568213 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10568214 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Troika (from "Lieutenant Kije")—Sergei
Prokofiev/arr. Paul Lavender. Ideal for a classical-
style piece for your holiday program, Prokofiev's
sleigh ride is an energetic, familiar tune that
translates wonderfully for string orchestra. Paul
Lavender's setting is scored to feature your viola
and cello sections and includes some performance
options to best suit your ensemble's level of ability.
10081962 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10090890 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Original Concert Works
Very Easy
Aeolian Rock—Jeffrey Frizzi. This fun-loving
original is guaranteed to motivate beginning string
players by highlighting the strengths of every
section. Unison cellos and basses start off with
an 8-bar groove in A minor before upper strings
come in with a cool melody. Then violas assume
the melodic lead in the middle section of the piece
before a strong tutti finish.
10492375 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10492376 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . .42.00
10981237 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
H Antagonist—Larry Clark. In every great story
there is always an antagonist, the character whose
opposing force is central to the success of the
story. This concept has been applied to music in
this selection for string orchestra. The piece is
aggressive and at times purposely antagonizing.
Designed with the youngest of players in mind, it
works on simple repeated eighth-note patterns as
the foundation for the melodic material. Interesting
parts are provided for all instruments, and everyone
gets to play the melody. Impressive!
10093742 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10093743 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.50
Appalachian Hymn—Soon Hee Newbold. This
lyrical work was inspired by the traditional folk
tunes and hymns of the Appalachians. Using mostly
a simple pentatonic scale, the warm melody evokes
rustic images of the American outdoors. The writing
makes even smaller groups sound full. This is an
ideal choice for your next concert.
2480753 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10009066 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Attack of the Walking Basses—Bob Phillips.
Perfect for young orchestras, this Halloween bass-
tacular features the entire bass section playing riffs
and walking bass lines. The piece is written in first
position for violins, violas, and cellos, but everyone
gets to play exciting tremolos. Correlates with Sound
Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 1, Level 5.
10999654 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10999655 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
H Attack!—Jeffrey Frizzi. The dark sound of D minor
is paired with aggressive, repeated down bow
strokes to create a mood of impending doom for
beginning string groups. A great way for teaching
low 2nd finger, double stops and B flats, this is one
that your young players can really dig into.
10185981 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10185982 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
4 Aztec Warrior—Jeffrey Frizzi. Through the jungles
of southern Mexico, the Aztec warrior's journey is
full of adventure and danger. This exciting work for
young string orchestra is set in B minor using only
notes on the D and A strings.
11202303 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
11202305 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
l Boundless—Doug Spata. Features a soaring
theme, uplifting harmonies, and simple rhythms in
3/4. Limited part independence will help developing
students gain confidence and reinforces note
reading in the key of G while avoiding low-two-
finger patterns. Wide intervals help develop string-
crossing skills and dramatic dynamic contrasts are
important to the sweeping spirit of the piece.
11202223 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11202224 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
l Bow Lift Boogie Woogie—Allison Buettner. A fun
elementary work using the G, D and A strings and
easy quarter- and eighth-note rhythms Everyone gets
the melody at some point, which features bow lifts
during rests. First violins are independent, second
violins double violas, and cellos and basses are
doubled in octaves. Swinging the eighths is optional.
11206036 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Bright River—Kathryn Griesinger. Inspired by
the sight of sunlight sparkling on moving water,
a joyous, expansive melody is woven through the
sections allowing developing players to shine.
Easy eighth-note patterns rise and fall under a
flowing theme that is passed to every section of
the orchestra, offering students the opportunity
to practice a light brush stroke. Based on the G
major scale, this uplifting work will be a pleasant
addition to any concert, teaching both staccato
and legato articulations.
10997962 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10997963 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
l Brio—Doug Spata. This sprightly, all-pizzicato tune
for beginners uses only the notes of the D major
scale. It's a great way to reinforce note reading
and listening skills. Students will enjoy the bouncy
accompaniments and fun melodies in all parts.
11202642 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11202643 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
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Buccaneer Chanty—Timothy J. Isham. This
aggressively rhythmic piece imagines life on board
a buccaneer ship! Each section of the orchestra is
featured playing the melody, building to a rousing
canon where all sections join in. Second violin and
viola parts are nearly identical to help directors cover
all parts when instrumentation may be lacking.
11202849 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
11202981 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
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