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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS medium-easy
N E W F O R 2 0 2 1
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Ole Dan Tucker—arr. Shirl Jae Atwell. A fresh
take on this popular folk fiddle tune with some
unexpected but pleasing harmonic twists. Lots of
syncopated sixteenth notes make for some great
rhythmic excitement that will have the crowd
clapping and toe-tapping along! Shifting in the
cellos and basses.
11355506 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .35.00
H Orange Jam—Jeffrey S. Bishop. Give your
students a shot at this exciting work that lets them
imitate rock guitar sounds. This is a straightforward
rock piece that is both energetic and fun to play!
The G minor/modal tonality really lets the open
strings ring out. Your orchestra will love jamming
to this piece at any time of the year. The final words
of the composer's notes say it all: "Have Fun!"
10030756 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10030757 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Palladio—Karl Jenkins/arr. Robert Longfield.
This great arrangement of the famous diamond
commercial includes just the first movement of
Karl Jenkins' original suite. Skilled scoring for
developing groups puts this memorable theme
well within the reach of most groups. It's rhythmic,
dramatic, and its neo-Baroque style is perfect for
young string orchestras.
2481835 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
10008084 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Peripheral Visions—Alan Lee Silva. This exciting
work makes the young orchestra sound good, with
soaring melodic lines and ample opportunity to
work on varying articulations.
11198700 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11198701 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Perpetual Fiddle Motion—Brian Balmages. Here
is a barnburner that will bring down the house and
then some! Combining the joy of fiddle music with
the thrill of perpetual motion, this high-speed rush
captures the authentic feel of Appalachian folk
music while adding quite a few twists.
10454272 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10454305 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Perpetuum—Paul Barker. A lively and
contemporary addition to any concert performance
with memorable melodic lines and relentless
driving rhythms. The piece begins with a powerful
introduction to the main theme, which is ingeniously
augmented as the piece powers forward. The middle
section provides a warm, lyrical contrast performed
by the lower strings. The main theme returns with a
wall of sound, heading to a dramatic close. Optional
percussion parts are highly recommended.
10997976 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .50.00
10997977 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Pieces of Eight—Richard Meyer. Look no further
for the perfect piece to introduce your students to
6/8 meter! This cool-sounding, minor-key jig uses
only three basic 6/8 rhythms to give your students
the confidence they need to navigate a too-often
neglected time signature. Pieces of Eight gives
every section a turn at the fun and catchy melody
while the repeated patterns in the accompaniments
will reinforce students' reading of the new rhythms.
10738921 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10738953 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
l Pinyon Mountain Trail—Daniel Lonie. Pinyon
Mountain Trail references the Pinyon Pine tree,
which is indigenous to the southwestern parts of
America. This piece was written in the summer
of 2020 when many families could not travel and
explore the great outdoors. It takes the performer
and listener on a trip up a pine-lined trail to enjoy
the fresh air, pine scent, and scenery. All sections
of the orchestra join in the brief adventure and
arrive safely home in the end.
11355597 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Poe: Tales of the Macabre—Gary Fagan. A
dark and mysterious piece inspired by several
poems and short stories written by Edgar Allan
Poe. Perfect for exploring unusual harmonies and
exciting rhythmic figures, and directors will love its
inherent teaching possibilities.
11202678 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
11202679 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Postcards from Russia—Carrie Lane Gruselle.
This thrilling set of three Russian folk tunes will put
your players (and audience) through their paces!
Using a wide variety of dynamics, articulations,
and tempi, three 3 tunes - Minka; Meadowland
and Korobushka, run the emotional gamut from
melancholy to pure exuberance! Set in the dramatic
key of D minor, this one includes the exciting
accelerando finish. If you do it right, you'll leave the
audience breathless!
2480767 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
10018000 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
N E W F O R 2 0 2 1
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A Prayer for Peace: Hebrew Folk Song—
arr. David Bobrowitz. This fun and accessible
arrangement based on a traditional Hebrew tune is
great for multicultural exposure as well as learning
augmented seconds and melodic countermelody.
Basses provide rhythmic drive, and an optional
tambourine part adds the perfect flavor. An
excellent choice!
11355741 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Remote Control—Richard Meyer. What if
you could control a live orchestra with a remote
control? With the sound of a bell, the orchestra
switches from piece to piece in mid-phrase. Listen
as Eine Kleine Nachtmusik changes to Beethoven's
Seventh to Stars and Stripes Forever and back
again! Your audience will love it as they surf from
channel to channel, ranging from opera to sci-fi.
This remote even has a pause button that freezes
the orchestra, and a mute button that haves them
playing without sound. Great fun for everyone!
10050407 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
10050409 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
H
Rhythms of Africa—Soon Hee Newbold. Body
percussion and conventional percussion add creative
textures to this original composition by Soon Hee
Newbold. Knee slaps, tongue clucks, and stomps
are sprinkled throughout the lush, simple melodies.
Inspired by breathtaking landscapes and traditional
folks songs of central and south Africa, this is sure to
be a player favorite and staple crowd pleaser!
10091973 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .50.00
10091974 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Rise of the Olympians—Brian Balmages. Follow
in the footsteps of Olympians and experience
the strength, passion and commitment of
these incredible athletes. The soft, rich opening
foreshadows the powerful music that follows.
Aggressive rhythms are juxtaposed with soaring
melodies and harmonic moments filled with
tension and release. An exciting work with film
score qualities and an optional harp part.
10877057 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10877058 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
A River Rhapsody—Richard Meyer. A great way
to introduce students to tone painting, this unique
and fun-to-play selection traces the path of an
imaginary river, which begins as a tiny spring and
gradually grows. Themes from three famous river
pieces are included: The Beautiful Blue Danube;
Water Music and The Moldau.
10520801 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
10520802 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
A Riverside Celebration—Brian Balmages.
Opening with a thriving energetic rhythm, this
exciting piece features a memorable dance-like
melody that will stay with the listener long after
the celebration is over. Moving through simple
meter changes that create additional momentum,
the various sections include moments of slight
restraint contrasted with carefree fun. Get ready to
experience the soundtrack of one giant celebration!
10877027 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
10877028 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
H
Rosin Eating Zombies from Outer Space—
Richard Meyer. Don't miss this! If there is one piece
your developing orchestra will love rehearsing and
performing, it's this one! This programmatic piece
spins a tale of mayhem and mischief as the rosin
eating zombies take over your stage complete with
blood-curdling screams, glissandos, ponticello and
more. All the eerie effects are clearly explained and
notated, so the only trouble you'll have is getting
your students to stop playing it. It's a wild ride you
won't want to miss!
2442739 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .56.00
5899455 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Rubicon—Doug Spata. Written to help students
understand the concept of positions, this entire
piece can be played by violins, violas, and cellos in
3rd position with no shifting! The rhythms are kept
very simple so students can focus on intonation and
tone while playing in a higher position, preparing
them for more advanced techniques.
10986322 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
10986323 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
H Serenade for String Orchestra—Norman
Leyden. Known for his thousands of film, radio, and
symphonic arrangements, prolific composer Norman
Leyden published this suite for string orchestra in
1971. The four brief, contrasting movements blend
classical/baroque tradition with stylistic harmonies
popular to the era. Movements include: I. Prelude
II. Fugue III. Nocturne IV. Cakewalk. An excellent
choice for intermediate ensembles.
10017851 String Orchestra Set C. . . . . . .95.00
10017861 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
10017863 Violin 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
10017866 Violin 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
10017865 Viola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
10017862 Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
10017864 Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
2473308 String Orchestra Set A. . . . . . .35.00
4091872 String Orchestra Set B. . . . . . .60.00
Shifting Sands—Bob Phillips. Teach shifting with
this beautiful melody perfectly suited for the concert
stage. The moderate, lyric tempo provides students
the time to make successful shifts. Musically, this
piece is very accessible so students can focus on
left-hand technique.
11202692 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11202693 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
The Siege—Christian A. Williams. Feel the
intensity and anticipation of attack in this exciting
work for intermediate string orchestra! A battle-
march rhythm persists beneath a determined and
resolute melody in the upper strings. Set in the dark
key of E minor with interesting parts for all sections,
the set includes Viola parts in treble clef and Violin
2 parts in alto clef for ensemble flexibility.
10981273 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .47.00
10981274 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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Silk Road—Matt Riley. Take your students
and audience on an exciting journey along the
ancient Silk Road that connected travelers from
the horn of Africa, through the Roman Empire and
Persia, to India and China. Whether it's the exotic
glissandos, exciting staccatos over rich harmonies,
or expressive dynamics, your students will love
learning and performing this one. Best performed
with the accompaniment percussion track, available
for download.
11203869 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11204455 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
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Skeleton Waltz—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. This
educationally sound programmatic work
incorporates chromatic harmony and special
effects to create a fun and spooky setting that
is reminiscent of the orchestrations of Berlioz
and Saint-Saens. This work offers an excellent
opportunity to teach several bowing techniques.
Increase the tempo for a suitable challenge for
more advanced ensembles.
11339422 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
11339423 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
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E D I T O R S ' C H O I C E
Skipping Rocks—Peter Sciaino. Charming
moments of lyrical and pizzicato technique along
with frequent meter changes between 3/4 and 4/4
are sure to enhance the musicality of any string
orchestra. There are also fun and playful moments
of interlocking rhythms. The intervallic jumps and
lush melodic content paints a beautiful image of a
carefree pastime, skipping rocks.
11355461 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Sparks—Chris M. Bernotas. Light up the concert
hall with energy and excitement! A variety of
textures and techniques are featured while
everyone in the string orchestra has an important
role. Well suited as a concert closer or festival
piece, your students will want to play this one again
and again.
10872143 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
10872144 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Sparta—Todd Parrish. Take a trip back to
Ancient Greece with this fun and energetic work!
Students will encounter two-note to six-note slurs,
pizzicato, staccato and legato bowings, rhythms
in 3/4 time, and dynamic contrast, along with an
emphasis on playing octaves. The powerful melody
is carefully woven throughout all parts while the
accompaniment reinforces anchoring the first finger
for better intonation.
10696546 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .47.00
10696547 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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10516363 Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.99
10516364 Bass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.99
