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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS very easy
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Acidic—Tyler Arcari. Great for contest, this driving
piece is sure to keep your students motivated.
Cinematic orchestra hits and biting rhythms make
for a fun experience, while lyrical contrast in the B
section is perfect for introducing expressive playing.
Basic rhythms, easy independent parts, and simple
tempo changes are used. Your students will ask to
play this one over and over!
11346140 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Adamant—Larry Clark. This dramatic piece
cranks right from the start! The work is set in E
minor (but without any C naturals on the A string)
with simple rhythms no more difficult than two
repeated eighth notes. You will hear some biting
dissonances to the flowing main theme.
10522005 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10522006 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10492376 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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Aftershock—Larry Clark. Beginning with a bold
and aggressive fanfare-type statement and a
number of dramatic pauses, this forceful piece is
sure to make an impact on the audience. Using two
repeated eighth note patterns as the most difficult
rhythm, the theme includes some dissonances that
create musical tension. The dynamics bring out the
emotion of the piece from beginning to end. Intense!
10277937 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10277938 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
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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
At the Grasshopper Ball—Richard Meyer.
Students are challenged with numerous string
crossings, large intervals and pizzicato passages
that musically describe dancing grasshoppers.
2314953 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
5517198 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
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Atlantis—Todd Parrish. An exciting journey
through Atlantis awaits students in this original
composition using notes of the B natural minor
scale. Using only the notes and rhythms learned in
the first year of study, this work is very accessible
to beginning and intermediate students. Dynamic
contrasts from piano to forte are explored, including
crescendos and decrescendos, along with short
and long bowing articulations. The minor-key feel
of this work will motivate students from the first
rehearsal to the final performance. Violin 2 and
viola are doubled throughout, as are cello and bass.
11349249 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
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
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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
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Awakening—Bud Woodruff. This fun and
imaginative original work uses long melodic lines
over repeating eighth-note patterns to give the
listener the feeling of optimism that the fresh
start of a new day brings. Young players will be
able to reinforce legato and spiccato bowing and
dynamics. Violin 2/viola and cello/bass are doubled
throughout. Optional harp.
11346142 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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
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Breakbeat—Doug Spata. A driving tempo,
energizing rhythms, foot stomps, handclaps, and
terse dynamics make this a thrilling yet highly
playable work for beginning string orchestras.
Unison rhythms greatly enhance the intensity.
All notes are performed pizzicato. Sure to be a
highlight of any performance!
11339402 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .44.00
11339403 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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
Canon Power—Bob Lipton. Powerful, energetic
and fun, this piece is a great opportunity to
encourage independent playing within ensembles.
Bolster each section's confidence as they present
several different melodies in true canon fashion, with
a few twists and turns thrown in for good measure.
10454257 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10454290 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
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Celtic Dance—Mark Williams. Young string
players will love getting a hold of this playable
original dance in the Celtic style. Written in E dorian
mode, the work uses only the notes of a one-octave
D major scale, and makes a fine introduction to
modal harmonies.
2442465 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
5956859 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Chins and Pins—Richard Meyer. Check out this
musical conversation between the "Chins" and the
"Pins!" Students will learn the roles of melody and
accompaniment as the ensemble trades phrases
in contrasting motion using only the notes of the
D Major scale. Frequent changes from arco to
pizzicato will keep everyone on their toes!
10370525 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10370527 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10312809 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Colossus—Larry Clark. As the title implies, this
piece is intended to sound huge, even though it
is written for the youngest of students. The piece
is set in a fanfare style with strong open intervals,
but the technical demands have been limited for
beginning players. Some tension chords with
dissonant notes are used to add to the drama of
the piece. A very sophisticated sounding piece for
young players!
10366546 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10366547 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Courtly Dance and Procession—Brian Balmages.
You'll be surprised to know that this great
sounding work uses only six notes in all
instruments! (D-B). This Renaissance-styled
piece also offers your strings the chance to
expand their abilities by playing two contrasting
moods: the rhythmic dance, and a lyrical
processional theme. An optional tambourine part
is included. Highly recommended!
2480752 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .45.00
10273981 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
D-Tour—Todd Parrish. The rondo form of this
lighthearted work gives students helpful repetition
along with fun "detours" to keep them engaged!
The piece uses only quarter notes and half notes
with both stepwise motion and larger intervals in D
major. The piano part adds harmonic interest to the
piece. Highly recommended!
10986320 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10986321 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
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Dance of Fire—Frank J. Halferty. This energetic
and refreshing original is destined to be a student
favorite for years to come. From bold, rustic
sections to soft and suspense-building tremolos
and pizzicatos, this piece has what it takes to
motivate players to practice, and makes young
groups sound mature.
10093696 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10093699 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Dizzy Digits—Richard Meyer. Students will rise
to the challenge of this fun, perpetual-motion-style
selection. Using the notes of the D major scale, this
piece will improve early readers' finger dexterity and
note-reading skills. A great motivator for developing
string students!
11202656 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11202657 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
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