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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS very easy
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Kelvin Grove—Scottish Folk Song/arr. Larry
Clark. This beautiful and lyrical arrangement of the
Scottish folk song is the perfect addition to your
beginning orchestra's performance. Young players
will work on developing tone and phrasing through
legato bowing, dynamics, and simple tempo
changes. Pizzicato is also reinforced. All sections
have the opportunity to play this beautiful melody.
11346174 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
l Lakota Courting Song—arr. Devon Morales.
Based on a traditional Lakota melody originally
written for flute, this unique arrangement has a
haunting melody based on the D pentatonic scale
which is passed to all sections. Players will practice
simple rhythms, dynamics, easy independent
parts, and pizzicato. Basses briefly shift into fourth
position. Optional piano part.
11355504 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .35.00
Legend of Dark Mountain—Soon Hee Newbold.
This exciting work portrays mountains, legends,
and mystical monsters. The orchestra begins with
a dramatic opening filled with dynamic contrasts,
followed by a more legato and lyrical section. Great
for working on techniques, pizzicato, and dynamics.
10027347 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10027348 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Lost Island—Kathryn Griesinger. Adventure hides
in the shadows of a mysterious island that lies far
beyond the horizons of the sea. This simple yet
dramatic piece uses only the first six notes of the
D and G Major scales along in easy combinations
of eighth, quarter, and half notes. Urgent rhythms
build alongside echoing melodic lines to energize
this work for beginning players, who will love the
dark minor tonality.
10877047 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
10877048 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Lotus Dance—Kathryn Griesinger. Graceful
flower dances are a beautiful part of Asian culture,
illustrated here with a flowing theme in first
position. Beginning ensembles will find this work
very playable, with simple rhythms and melodies
based on the D major and G major scales. Exotic
pentatonic harmonies and gentle pizzicato
accompaniment float like a lotus blossom in an
ancient Chinese garden.
10739248 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10739249 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.50
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Medieval Kings—Soon Hee Newbold. A majestic
masterpiece for beginning-level strings! Medieval
Kings boasts bold, open-5th intervals, terraced
dynamics, and prominent parts for lower strings.
Truly a feast for players, and sure to become a
repertoire favorite for years to come!
10091952 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .40.00
10091953 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Mill Creek Stomp—Nicolas Repetto. A joyous,
folksy dance where everyone has a stomping
good time! All sections share the straightforward
melody of basic quarter notes and eighth notes set
in cut time. The piece showcases staccato, legato,
pizzicato sections, stomping, and an optional
tambourine part for extra energy and fun.
11202211 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
11202212 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Mystic Caravan—Soon Hee Newbold. Dusty
travelers and their ancient color-swept caravans
fill this weighty original for young players. Easy
optional percussion keeps the beat and underpins
the ensemble's staccato notes and emphasizing
accents. Your group will really enjoy digging into
this nomadic adventure!
10307088 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .45.00
10307089 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Mythos—Sean O'Loughlin. Mythos is a dramatic
work for the developing string orchestra. The
music embodies old heroic tales (or myths) that are
passed on from generation to generation by word
of mouth. The opening four note motif in E minor
serves as a connector throughout the piece, and
it concludes with powerful rhythmic punctuations.
Have your students create their own tale to go along
with the music!
10308782 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10308783 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.50
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Never Let Up—Brian Balmages. This original
work for beginning string orchestra is a powerful,
aggressive, and intense tour de force from
beginning to end and is sure to be a favorite of both
players and audiences. Every section gets a turn
at playing a strong melody with easy yet driving
rhythms. Colorful harmonies and a dramatic shift
to augmented tonalities will enthrall concertgoers
and make the orchestra sound full and mature.
A must-have!
11349028 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
l Night Legend—David Hinds. A fun and mysterious
original work. Easy notes and rhythms make this a
very accessible piece for the beginning string
orchestra. All instruments have interesting parts.
Dynamics and changing eighth notes are reinforced.
Easy, independent violin 2 and bass parts.
11346180 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Ninja—Richard Meyer. There's a ninja on the
loose and he's sneaking through the orchestra.
Your students will love making up storylines
for what happens next in this colorful Asian-
flavored piece that uses only the notes of the D
Major scale. There are plenty of great teaching
opportunities here for your first-year students
including pizzicato, accents, crescendos and
melody/accompaniment balance.
10594955 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10594956 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Our Heroes—Susan H. Day. A moving tribute
to the people we admire, whether it be family
members, role models, or those serving our
country, this piece in E minor uses easy rhythms,
pizzicato, some divisi in the cello part, and a few
low second fingers in the violin 1 part. All players
get melody lines and the violin 2 part doubles the
viola. Sounds harder than it is!
10594957 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10594958 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Pepperoni Pizza Rock—Brian Balmages. A
mouth-watering teaching piece that introduces
common rhythmic phrases and a little improvisation
(complete with guide notes)! Doubled voices and
simple optional drum set make a comfortable
groove for students, while taking their creativity "off
the page."
10307084 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .45.00
10307085 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
A Pirate's Dream—Susan H. Day. Legato
bowings, pizzicato, lifts, bow doubling, and some
marcato bowing express the pirate's determination
in his quest. All sections share the minor melodies.
The viola part doubles the 2nd violin part.
10453631 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10453679 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
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Prelude and Fugue—Brian Balmages. Written in
the style of J. S. Bach, this is designed to introduce
students to counterpoint without being overly
demanding. Young musicians will be able to study
style and technique, and the scoring will make them
sound big. Finally, a wonderful option for directors
who have been looking to perform this type of
music with their youngest musicians!
10066325 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10066327 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Qin Shi's Stone Army—Tyler Arcari. The Terra-
Cotta Army that guards the tomb of China's first
emperor Qin Shi Huang is nearly 8,000 warriors
strong. This new piece for beginning ensembles
is set to depict these magnificent stone soldiers.
It will sound rich and full, even with less
experienced players.
10592889 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10592890 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
The Red Lion—Jeremy Woolstenhulme.
With a stirring melody, driving rhythms and an
energetic pulse that just won't quit, this action-
packed selection is sure to fire up students and
audiences alike.
10458715 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10458716 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Ring of Fire—Kathryn Griesinger. The fiery nature
of this original work is enhanced with dynamics,
accents, staccatos, and more. Students get to
practice string crossings in 3/4 time in this piece
named for the geological line of explosive volcanoes
around the Pacific Ocean basin.
10908742 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
10908757 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Sailors' Song—Mark Williams. This vigorous
original uses only the open strings and the first
notes learned on the D and A strings to make your
beginning string players play out more confidently
and musically! It has a rugged, modal sound
evocative of the sea. Your strings will sound bigger
and better on this one!
2472794 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
5977058 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Siberian Hunt—Aaron Fryklund. An exciting
and adventurous work for young string orchestra!
The music transports the listener to the frozen
Siberian landscape on a hunt for beasts from a
forgotten age. Written in B minor, it features rich
harmonies, a call-and-response section in the
middle, and a range of dynamic contrasts for the
students to master.
10997982 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10997983 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Sky Islands—Todd Parrish. Reflecting the beauty
and grace of clouds passing by, this very easy work
gives young students a chance to explore the full
range of the key of G major. This Grade 1 piece
includes staccato quarter notes contrasted with half
notes and slurred eighth notes to reinforce beginning
level rhythms. Interesting dynamic changes from
piano to forte enhance the mood, while melodies
and counter-melodies flow through all parts.
10872139 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10872140 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Sky Suite—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. While floating
through the Clouds, Rain, Thunder, and Sun,
this charming multi-movement work focuses
students on music literacy. A, D, and G-string
notes are introduced one movement at a time.
Throughout each of the movements, students
will explore different time signatures, tempos,
and bow techniques, then get a chance to put all
their knowledge together in the finale. Perfect as a
review for intermediate players or even as an intro
to music reading for beginners!
11001453 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
11001454 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Skyline Rising—Kirt Mosier. This commissioned
piece was written so that elementary, middle,
and high school orchestras could come together
and perform a piece that all could play. The
result is this multi-grade original work perfect for
any pyramid concert, filled with rich sounds and
rhythms reminiscent of the labor and excitement of
a growing city skyline - specifically, New York City!
11000022 Multi-Level Orchestra . . . . . . .90.00
11000039 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
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Snowy Woods—James O. Lockett. This beautiful
original work will warm the audience and players
with delight. A beautiful melody and colorful
harmonies combined with lush and expert scoring
will make the developing orchestra sound full. A
harp (optional piano) part adds to the perfect palette
of color. A must-have holiday gem.
11339424 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .44.00
11339425 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Sourwood Mountain—arr. Bob Phillips. Bring a
fiddle flavor to your performance with this simplified
arrangement of a popular folksong. The perfect
opportunity for young players to add hats, bandanas,
and square dancing for a fun concert event!
10453624 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10453671 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Sparkle!—Kathryn Griesinger. A bright concert
selection to showcase developing playing skills! This
lighthearted tune sparkles with simple rhythms and
easy string crossings using notes of the D and G
scales (no low 2). Every section of the orchestra gets
melodic material sprinkled with pizzicato throughout.
Perfect for any time of year. Optional bells.
10748226 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .45.00
10748227 Additional Score
with piano, opt. bells . . . . . . . . .5.00
Star Dancer—Mark Williams. A bold, contempo-
rary sound marks this excellent piece from Mark
Williams. Written in a modal style, Star Dancer offers
opportunities to work on various beginning string
techniques. Important lines are passed around so
that everyone gets a chance to shine, so all of your
students are sure to enjoy this one!
2317428 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
2340891 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
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