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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS medium-easy
Carpe Diem—Richard Meyer. Full of energy
and excitement, this overture makes the perfect
concert opener or closer. Tuneful melodies and
shifting moods explore a wide variety of string
playing techniques, while the colorful orchestration
gives every section a chance in the spotlight.
This A B A work opens with a high-spirited main
theme followed by a more lyrical second theme.
The contrasting middle section is a tender lullaby
introduced first by solo violin, and then taken
up with great emotion by the entire ensemble.
The opening section returns, refreshingly re-
orchestrated for added interest. The piece ends
in a flurry of excitement. Playable by middle-
level groups but definitely mature enough for the
advanced string orchestra.
10027605 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .56.00
10032383 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
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Chasing Shadows—Michael Kamuf. This work
for intermediate string orchestra features soaring
melodies, driving rhythms, and bold harmonies.
Syncopated rhythms throughout will help reinforce
your students' understanding of subdivision.
11202652 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .50.00
11202653 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
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The Code—Alan Lee Silva. Like the underscore
of an international spy movie, this piece promises
drama from the opening bar. The evocative
harmonies, plus tight moving lines and syncopated
rhythms, immediately catch the ear. Pulsating
eighth-note patterns drive the piece all the way
through to the spirited conclusion. Sure to have
everyone on the edge of their seat.
10278001 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10278003 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.50
Colors of Home—Alan Lee Silva. A loving
portrait of life growing up in the pastoral foothills of
Northern California, Colors of Home conveys a warm
Americana feeling, featuring beautifully nuanced
melodic themes and carefully crafted harmonies.
11100043 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
11100044 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
H Conquistador—Deborah Baker Monday.
A dramatic work with a hint of romance,
Conquistador! depicts the life and adventures
of the Spanish explorers. Rhythmic motives in A
minor provide a glimpse into life on the trail, and
the softer, lyrical section depicts a quiet night under
the stars. It's a great way to bring history into the
music rehearsal!
2703086 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .62.00
10005171 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
H Contrasts in E Minor—Francis Feese. This unique
and interesting work is divided into three sections.
It begins with a catchy, "spy-sounding" opening
theme, which is contrasted with an emotional
slower section, and ends with an exciting 6/8 time
signature galop that features the lower strings. It
is standard string orchestra literature that comes
highly recommended for intermediate level groups.
2136216 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
6049142 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.50
Corozal Nights—Doug Spata. This exciting
Latin dance for intermediate orchestra features
approachable syncopation, catchy rhythms, and
low first-finger patterns in every section of the
orchestra. The exotic D minor tonality and optional
percussion parts add authentic Latin flavor. The set
includes viola parts in treble clef and violin 2 parts
in alto clef for ensemble flexibility. A captivating
concert selection!
10981242 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .47.00
10981243 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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Courtly Two Step—Bud Woodruff. This
charming work for developing string orchestra
showcases every instrument in the orchestra.
Each section has a feature in this lighthearted
tune, making it both a wonderful teaching piece
and an ideal concert selection.
11198670 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11198671 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
H
Creatures—Brian Balmages. It's great for
year-round use, but would be especially scary at
Halloween. The composer describes it as "a dark
and sinister night full of strange happenings and
ghoulish encounters." Opening with a menacing
march as creatures emerge from the darkness,
dissonances soon appear in upper strings,
including the chance to play any pitch in the chaos!
Finally the audience hears footsteps in retreat from
the coming dawn.
10027353 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10027354 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Curse of the Rosin Eating Zombies—Richard
Meyer. The sequel to the popular Rosin Eating
Zombies From Outer Space! Students and directors
will enjoy giving blood curdling screams, knocking
on instruments, and bowing behind the bridge for
that iconic "psycho sound." Pizzicato, tremolo, trills,
munching noises, and zombie-talk are sure to be a
scarily funny hit!
2472802 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .56.00
5976451 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
The Dance of Iscariot—Kirt N. Mosier.
A rhythmically-charged composition for students.
All parts playable in first position.
2382380 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
5630207 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Danse Infernale—Elliot Del Borgo. Starting off as
a driving modal work, the "Infernal Dance" soon
turns to a warm cantabile middle section, giving
your strings a chance to show their flexibility. Del
Borgo uses string sonorities such as harmonics,
mutes, basic third position, and more to get the
most out of your orchestra.
2474323 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
2702595 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Danza de mi Corazon (Dance of My Heart)—
Steven L. Rosenhaus. This music is intended to
connect emotionally with players and audiences
alike. This energetic work does that and makes you
want to dance, too! The fiery tango in D minor is
both a solid teaching piece and truly a "dance of
the heart."
11100047 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11100048 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Danza Espanola—Bob Phillips. A perfect rhythmic
skill-builder, this exciting piece uses classic
Spanish rhythms and the famous Andalusian chord
progression found in the music of Spain, Central
and South America. All sections get to play both the
melody and the driving accompaniment rhythms.
10872102 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
10872103 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Dark Adventure—Ralph Ford. It's ghostly!
It's creepy! Your orchestra will love it! From the
driving opening motives to the quirky gypsy-
sounding theme, this is haunted-house music at
its best! You can play this with either full or string
orchestra, but the percussion section is really
vital and should be used in both cases. This is
recommended and will thrill and delight your
audience! A winner!
2466837 String or Full Orchestra . . . . . .59.00
5972599 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
l The Day the Earth Shook—David Bobrowitz. A
unique and exciting work for string orchestra that
musically describes an earthquake, from a slow
dramatic beginning to the somber aftermath. A
piece that shows off the abilities of your string group.
11201827 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
11201828 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
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Desert Winds—Tyler Arcari. Inspired by the
rugged landscape of the deserts of the American
West where the wind across the flat earth sings
an eerie tune. This soundscape is the composer's
attempt to put this idea into sound.
11198678 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11198679 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Double Trouble—Lauren Bernofsky. Here's a
punchy teaching tune to make the key of D come
to life! All the voices have fun with the edgy and
rhythmic eighth note "double trouble" motif.
Emphasis on accents and tight ensemble playing
will make this a class favorite!
10091950 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10091951 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Dragon Fire—Susan H. Day. Imagine the fire-
spewing, eyes-blazing, slimy-scaled mythical
creature in this dramatic work! This excellent
teaching piece features many techniques, including
hooked bowings, slurs, lifts, accents, pizzicato,
tremolo, and a few high three-finger patterns in
upper strings. Written in the keys of A minor and
E minor, all parts have interesting moving lines
and melodies as well as wonderfully rich chordal
harmonies. Sure to be a pleasing addition to any
concert or festival.
10908669 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10908670 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Dynasty—Kathryn Griesinger. Hear the call of
ancient ancestors in this exciting tribute to legend
and legacy. Bold, heroic themes of fierce warriors
and noble rulers rise through subtle pentatonic
harmonies that suggest mighty Asian dynasties.
Adventurous melodies in a driving 6/8 are passed
to every section with a few easy accidentals, and
a serene slow section features the viola section.
A great teaching piece to focus on slurred string
crossings in first position.
10995985 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .65.00
10995986 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Eat My (Rosin) Dust—Brian Balmages. This
spirited, high energy work encompasses all the
attitude expressed in its title! The orchestra's true
personality shines as it moves between technical off-
the-string passages and soaring melodies. Combine
that with syncopated rhythmic ideas and one can
see why the title is so fitting. As playful as the title is,
this certainly is not a novelty piece. It is a technical,
yet extremely playable showcase for your orchestra.
10995987 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
10995988 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Echelon—Kathryn Griesinger. An exhilarating
theme is characterized by an angular melodic motif
shaped like a true military echelon, forging ahead
with courage and ferocity. Heavy accents, driving
momentum, and intricate fugue-like formations
narrate an epic tale of noble heroism, with only a
little position work in first violin and bass.
10877037 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10877038 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Epic Adventure—Kathryn Griesinger. A bold,
exciting work for string orchestra depicting a daring
escape and an epic journey. Driving accented 3/4
rhythms in A minor build tension and momentum,
developing into soaring themes in major tonalities.
Following the protagonist on a heroic quest,
students will experience dramatic dynamics,
slurs, and string crossings in familiar first position.
Includes violin 3 (viola in treble clef) and alternate
viola (violin 2 in alto clef) parts.
10846054 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .47.00
10846055 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Espana Cani—Pascual Marquina Narro/arr. Kathy
L. Fishburn. The definitive Spanish paso doble,
arranged for intermediate string orchestra! This
great cultural teaching piece features syncopated
rhythms, triplets, repeated down bows, and easy
accidentals in first position. Optional tambourine
and castanets add authentic Spanish sound. A
fiery concert feature both students and audiences
will enjoy. Includes violin 3 (viola in treble clef) and
alternate viola (violin 2 in alto clef) parts.
10846056 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .47.00
10846057 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
H The Evil Eye and the Hideous Heart—Alan Lee
Silva. Based on the classic Edgar Allan Poe short
story "The Tell-Tale Heart," this work is reminiscent
of a classic Hollywood horror movie theme. The
piano and optional harp and percussion parts
punctuate the tension and suspense that is felt from
the first note to the last. The basses act as the low,
ominous threat of danger, and the upper voices
represent the insanity of the main character's
twisted plan. A real thriller!
10093787 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .55.00
10093788 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
H Fantasia on a Theme from Thailand—Richard
Meyer. This captivating work is a set of variations
on the Pong Lang Dance, one of Thailand's most
popular melodies. The pong lang is like a xylophone
with its wooden keys suspended vertically on ropes,
with the low notes on the upper end and the high
notes at the bottom. The melody uses the pentatonic
scale and is very simple in nature. The variations
expand on fragments of the original tune in a variety
of tempi and styles that make each new change
thrilling! After this exploration, the original melody
returns, gradually gaining speed and energy as one
would hear in a traditional performance of this dance.
10015211 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10015212 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
H Fantasia on an Original Theme—Joseph Phillips.
This is a poignant and distinctively Irish-flavored
fantasia in a cantabile style. Violists will love the
opening soli introduction that is quite beautiful. A
very nice piece at the intermediate level. Recorded
by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD,
Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra
Volume 1 - Pepper # 5973728.
2301364 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
5399704 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
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