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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS very easy / easy
Twilight Smiling—Larry Clark. Utilizing only the
first six notes of the D major scale, this lovely and
expertly scored work will make your beginning
orchestra sound full and mature at their first concert
program. Simple repeated eighth-note pairs and
mild tempo changes are also featured.
11346190 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
11346191 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Velocity—Brian Balmages. Energize your
performers and audience with this powerful, dynamic
work. Opening in rhythmic unison, the piece quickly
projects blocks of sound and a flurry of rhythmic
activity. The musical texture comes across as very
technical when, in reality, it is quite accessible.
10454259 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10454292 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
A Viking's Tale—Chris Thomas. Experience the
grit and barbarity of the vikings' life in this fierce
piece for developing strings! Heavy, marcato
melodies are passed to every section, using only
notes of the G and D major scales in first position,
plus a little third position in the bass. Dynamic
contrasts, warrior cries, and optional bass drum
and anvil add extra drama and excitement for your
next concert. Includes violin 3 (viola in treble clef)
and alternate viola (violin 2 in alto clef) parts for
flexible ensembles.
10846042 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .42.00
10846043 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Wexford Circle—Elliot Del Borgo. Beginning
orchestras will enjoy this contemporary, rhythmic
original work! Simple repeated eighths and a
melody that calls for full bow strokes will give
your students a chance to practice the basic skills
they've been learning. Wexford Circle will help to
instill confidence in your young players! UIL String
Orchestra Sight Reading Level 3
2332666 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
5517123 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Winter Lights—Seth Bedford. Inspired by music
of the Italian Baroque period, this reflective piece
merges traditional harmonies with contemporary
major seventh chords to create a whimsical and
wistful mood. Simple rhythms and articulations
allow students to develop expressive tone through
dynamic contrasts in first position. A charming
addition to any winter concert program!
11202209 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
11202210 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Zombie Dance—Michael Story. Zombies are
everywhere these days - at least in songs, movies,
and on TV! This original piece is a tip of the hat
to the wildly popular sci-fi craze. Written for first
year orchestra students, Zombie Dance uses mostly
quarter note rhythms and D-, A-, and G-string
notes, including a few C-naturals. Very easy
optional piano and percussion parts are included.
10872172 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .42.00
10872173 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Original Concert Works
Easy
Academic Festival March—Katie O'Hara LaBrie.
This classical-sounding original work features a
range of textures, dynamics, and articulation while
highlighting a stately dotted motif using hooked
bowing patterns throughout. Though written
primarily in approachable G major, a short minor
modulation explores different finger patterns. While
ideal for graduation processionals, this courtly
march provides students with ample learning
opportunities, making it the perfect festival or
contest selection any time of year.
11401182 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
11401183 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.50
Adventure—Liam Ramsey-White. Go on a heroic
adventure with this original concert work. Creative
scoring spreads eighth-note passages around to
keep the momentum moving while the long melodic
lines get passed to all of the sections. Students will
reinforce simple part independence, and the bass
and cellos will reinforce C natural.
11392934 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11392935 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Allegro Festivo—Brian Holmes. This jubilant
original work with an infectious melody features a
tied rhythm pattern. A contrasting pizzicato section
showcases lower string sections before building
back up to the joyous theme again. A great opener
or finale for any concert program! Includes extra
parts for Viola in treble clef and Violin 2 in alto clef
for flexible ensembles.
11175135 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
11175136 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Anaconda—Chris M. Bernotas. Driving rhythms,
powerful melodies, light pizzicato, and sharp dynamic
contrasts capture both the power and stealth of the
anaconda in this great original work! Perfect for
practicing scale technique, eighth rests, accents,
and part independence. Sure to be a favorite!
11354996 String Orchestra Flexible . . . . .50.00
11354997 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Apache Peak—Susan H. Day. Take in the
breathtaking views from the summit of Apache
Peak with this fresh and exciting original work.
More experienced beginning orchestras will get
practice utilizing the fourth finger and low second
finger on the A string in the high strings, along with
two note slurs and dynamics. All sections share the
melody. Violin 2 and viola are doubled, as are cello
and bass.
11354976 String Orchestra Flexible . . . . .50.00
11354977 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Appalachian Sunrise—Doris Gazda. This is an
expressive depiction of the beauty of a sunrise in
the Appalachian Mountains. The lush harmonies
vividly convey the appreciation for nature that
inspired the composer.
2346757 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
5623996 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
The Ascent—Tanner Otto. This original work
features upbeat, driving rhythms and beautiful
melodies. A triumphant ostinato pattern reappears
throughout the piece, which is ideal for working on
staccato bowing and finger patterns in A minor and
C major.
11202700 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11202701 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Aspen Glow—Susan H. Day. Written to evoke
images of a radiant fall in the high country, this
work features interesting melodic lines in all parts,
a relaxing tempo, a variety of articulations, and 3/4
time. Serene!
10312063 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
10312064 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Atishbaji—Doug Spata. An exciting selection
with Indian flavor! Fireworks are central to the
traditional autumn Diwali celebration, the Hindu
festival of lights. Featuring approachable rhythms
and notes, this lively and vivid piece also reinforces
low-one finger patterns. Represent Diwali at holiday
concerts or anytime to add a touch of world music
to the concert program. Optional percussion adds
even more color and style. Includes violin 3 (viola in
treble clef) and alternate viola (violin 2 in alto clef)
parts for flexibility.
10846052 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .47.00
10846053 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Autumn Vows—Susan H. Day. Written as a
surprise gift for a close friend's wedding, the
lush melodies, interesting harmonies and moving
inside lines create great emotional content.The
opportunities for expressive playing abound in this
highly emotional work that is mature-sounding and
beautiful.All parts stay in first position, and the
keys of G and C, with few accidentals, make it very
approachable by inexperienced groups.
10095966 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10095967 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Avatar—Doug Spata. Students and audiences will
be enthralled by the dark tone and passionate style
of Avatar (not related to the movie). Fast, romantic
melodies reminiscent of video game themes pass
through all the sections, sweeping beneath fiery
ostinatos. Students will be inspired to get more out
of their instruments on this one as celli and basses
get down low under choppy violin passages set on
the violin's E-String. Exciting.
10015197 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
10015199 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Beyond the Thunder—Deborah Baker Monday.
This exciting original work is accessible for the
youngest orchestras. Rhythms are very interesting
and easily taught. It's a must for contest or festival.
10608529 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10608541 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Blue Ridge Run—Alan Lee Silva. From the
opening tremolos in the high strings and the
punctuated bass notes in the low strings to the
integral piano theme, this refreshing piece builds
slowly, then sets off on a spirited ride through
the American countryside.This rollicking work
contains active rhythmic interest and wonderfully
flowing melodic figures, completed by lush, open
Americana harmonies.A stunning concert selection!
10093770 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10093771 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Bounding—Bud Woodruff. A bounding,
lighthearted melody makes this a joy to listen
to as well as perform. A great piece to reinforce
technique, pizzicato, and dynamics. Includes an
optional harp part.
11393511 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11393512 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Brave Fires—Caryn Neidhold. This heroic
original work for young orchestra is a salute to the
families affected by the devastating forest fires
in the northern regions of Nevada and California.
An optional drum set part and minor key fuels the
driving rock style. This piece reinforces legato and
marcato bowing as well as dynamics and provides
opportunities to build independent playing skills.
A sure favorite!
11346146 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
11346147 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Burst!—Brian Balmages. Brian Balmages' energetic
fanfare is brimming with bravado and makes the
most of your first-year students' skills. Dynamic
interplay with contrasting legato and detache bowing
create the "burst" of energy by playing eighth-note
passages off the string. Also incorporates simple
string crossing and brief violin divisi.
10277832 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
10277833 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
11166974 Video-Burst Multi Media Video -
Digital Or Audio With Synchronization
Software Link . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Call of Heroes—Christian A. Williams. This driving
and heroic piece is nonstop action from beginning
to end. A bold main theme with pulsating eighth
notes and biting rhythms and sharp accents creates
a vivid image of heroes called to action. Excellent
for teaching rhythmic counting, spiccato and hooked
bowing technique, and dynamics. Optional third
position shift in violin 1 at the end. An excellent work!
11393519 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11393520 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Cancion del Amor—Tim McCarrick. An
outstanding original tune inspired by love songs
of the Mexican countryside.Optional, very simple
guitar, piano, and percussion parts are included.
This one will be fun for all and is a great way to
include those garage band players in your school.
10310300 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .46.00
10310301 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Canyon Sunset—John Caponegro. Your strings
will enjoy the chance to paint this musical picture!
Composer and arranger John Caponegro is well
known for his fine writing for young string players.
Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra
on the CD Teaching Music Through Performance
in Orchestra, Volume 1 - Pepper #5973728.
547927 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
5960851 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Celtic Sunrise—Soon Hee Newbold. Experience the
beauty and power of a Celtic dawn in this accessible
yet powerful-sounding work. Driving rhythms and
decisive open intervals depict the countryside and
rolling hills of Scotland. Optional percussion parts
add to the festive quality of the piece which will give
young ensembles a mature sound.
11203100 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .55.00
11203101 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
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