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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS medium
Egyptian Legacy—Soon Hee Newbold. The
sounds of Egypt come alive in this exotic work for
strings! Intensity is magnified by dramatic use of
col legno and pizzicato effects. This evocative work
takes you away to the land of the great pyramids,
the Sphinx, and the mysteries of the pharaohs.
Egyptian Legacy is sure to be a stunning addition
to any performance!
10008712 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10008713 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Elementa—Soon Hee Newbold. This stunning
three-movement portrays the classical elements
air, earth, fire, and water. The opening movement,
Flights of Fancy, symbolizes air and features
soaring phrases. The second movement, Terra,
resembles an Appalachian lullaby and represents
earth. The final movement, Fire and Ice, is a tour
de force that captures the elements fire and water
meeting to create steam and the resulting kinetic
energy. Glorious music!
11399644 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .75.00
11399645 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00
Everything—Larry Clark. Inspired by the phrase
"family is everything," this lovely original work
opens with a beautiful and expressive violin solo
accompanied by harp, which leads into a small
ensemble setting that transitions to a lively 6/8.
A lyrical and flowing middle section showcases
dramatic violin and viola sweeps. Players
reinforce and develop multiple bowing techniques,
compound meter, and hemiola rhythm skills as well
as overall musicianship. The harp part is required.
11346164 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
11346165 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Falling Water—Yukiko Nishimura. Describing the
playful cascading of a waterfall, this lighthearted 6/8
work offers multiple opportunities to develop both
style and technique. Alternating between energetic
ostinatos and lyrical phrases in string-friendly D
major, players will work on phrasing, articulations,
and dynamics, with just a few extended finger
patterns. Extremely fun to play and hear!
11193740 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
11193746 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Fanfare, Fantasy, and Fugue—Richard Meyer.
This imaginative and dynamic selection is based
on the traditional Navy Hymn. Using myriad time
signatures, keys, and modes, the work is a perfect
teaching piece for advanced students, challenging
them with a variety of playing styles and forms.
A varied and vibrant work suitable for concert,
contest, or graduation settings.
10995806 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .62.00
10995809 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .10.00
Fantasia Espanola—Soon Hee Newbold. Soon
Hee Newbold explores the world of Spanish music
with fiery results!Syncopated rhythms propel the
passionate melodies which pass from one section
to another, while pizzicato and col legno bowing
create castanet accompaniments.There's even a
strumming,guitar-like pizzicato effect in both first
and second violins.A tango interlude leads to a
furious finish.A show-stopper!
2480774 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
10011771 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Fantasia on an Original Theme—Liam Ramsey-
White. This lyrical original work is based on a
theme the composer first wrote at age 12. The
melody is first stated in an expressive viola solo,
then developed by the rest of the orchestra with
dramatic variation in dynamics, tonality, and
effusive modal shifts. A nostalgic musical reflection
that offers students the opportunity to develop tone,
expression, and style in their playing.
11401192 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
11401193 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.50
A Festival Rondo—Richard Meyer. This piece
combines elementary, middle school, and high
school string orchestras, each playing age-
appropriate material, making for the perfect closer
to an all-city multi-level concert. During the course
of this energetic rondo, each group is featured on
their own melody. As the piece unfolds, the melodies
are creatively combined, keeping all the players on
their toes and active at all times. Grade levels for the
three groups are: elementary - Grade 1.5; middle
school - Grade 2.5; high school - Grade 3.5.
10594915 Multi-Level Orchestra . . . . . . .75.00
10594916 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .10.00
Fiddle Fury—Kathryn Griesinger. This energetic
original work moves at a fast and furious pace,
with the all spirit of a hoedown in alternating minor
and major modes. A relentless tour de force that
reinforces bow skills and rapid-fire rhythms!
11175147 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .57.00
11175148 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Fiddler's Fortune—arr. Bob Phillips & Renata
Bratt. Your string orchestra is guaranteed to have
a "reel" good time "fiddling" around with this
wonderfully arranged medley of classic fiddle
tunes including Red-Haired Boy; St. Anne's Reel
and Blackberry Blossom. Every section has the
opportunity to play these infectious melodies, and
the heavy syncopated rhythms along with shifting
mean plenty of educational opportunities. Sure to
be a favorite of players and audience!
11354980 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
11354981 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Fire Dance—Soon Hee Newbold. Challenge your
orchestra as they conjure images of fire and daring
dances! A 9/8 meter is broken into 2+2+2+3
creating an uneven "four" feel that is not too
difficult and adds intensity to the dance. Infectious
rhythms and melodies are passed throughout the
orchestra as the work develops amidst a wide array
of dynamics. Thrilling!
10027383 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10027384 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Fire in the Forge—Ted Allen. Marked "Heavy
Speed Metal," this piece is an intense cello and
bass driven rocker that makes the "string metal"
genre accessible to younger players. This exciting,
edgy work adapts heavy metal guitar stylings to the
bowed strings.
10460677 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10460678 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Firestorm—Liam Ramsey-White. This fiery piece
for string orchestra depicts the ferocity of an out-
of-control blaze. Constantly alternating between
4/4 and 3/4, the melody is passed throughout
the orchestra like a fire jumping across an asphalt
road. An unrestrained staccato ostinato continues
relentlessly under the wildly fluctuating melody,
building toward an explosive finale.
11401194 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
11401195 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.50
Flight—Susan H. Day. Capture the thrill and
excitement of flight with this dramatic work! Written
in the keys of B minor and E minor, in 4/4 time, the
music's essential features are rich chordal textures
and the use of arpeggios and divisi.
10453652 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
10453701 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Frost on the Plow—Samuel Gelfer. An energetic
composition perfect for introducing some fiddlin'
fun to your concert! The relentless pace and
syncopated bass accompaniment depict a stormy
winter season, melting into spring. Players will
encounter fiddle techniques such as shuffle-
bowing, chops, and double-stops at a brisk tempo.
Each section is given interesting melodic lines, and
optional guitar adds an authentic folk music feel.
11202203 String Orchestra
with optional guitar . . . . . . . . .55.00
11202204 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Galop—Brian Balmages. Strains of Shostakovich
can he heard in this fun original from Brian
Balmages. This is a wonderful teaching piece to
introduce your players to the "galop" style noted for
energetic forward motion and off-the-string marcato
bowings, balanced with disciplined restraint.
10091962 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10091963 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Greater Than...—Brian Balmages. Commissioned
by the National String Project Consortium,
this gorgeous lyrical work for beginning and
developing string students can be performed
alone as an intermediate-level piece or with multi-
level supplemental parts (available separately).
Orchestrated to celebrate inclusion and diversity, the
multi-level option is designed to sound far "greater
than" the intermediate version alone. An outstanding
choice for a festival setting or pyramid concert.
11198370 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
11198371 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
11198372 String Orchestra
Supplemental Set . . . . . . . . . .60.00
11198373 Additional Score
Multi-Level Score . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Green Rhythmico—Kirt Mosier. A high-energy
addition to the "Rhythmico" series, this Irish-
flavored romp features jazzy solos in every section
of the orchestra along with the signature ostinato
patterns and vigorous rhythms students already
love. Showy pizzicato sections add colorful variety
to the lively melody and accompaniment lines.
A sure-fire hit for your next concert!
10981246 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10981247 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
The Highland Games—Jesselyn Joy Dudinsky.
This heroic and daring piece draws inspiration from
the annual Highland Games in Scotland. A Celtic-
sounding tune is passed through different sections
of the orchestra. A secondary theme then builds to
new heights in a flowing legato section depicting the
breeze blowing through the lush grass of the Scottish
Highlands. The primary theme makes its appearance
again in different variations for an epic closing to this
gallant piece. This piece will help players reinforce
ostinatos and quick melodic patterns.
11401020 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .70.00
11401090 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Hoedown Showdown—Neridah Oostenbroek.
This energetic western-style romp showcases
a melody that weaves its way through every
section accompanied by open string drones and
syncopated rhythms. Lively and infectious!
11203108 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
11203109 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
The Horizon —Yukiko Nishimura. Flowing
with a lush harmonic palette, The Horizon is an
expressively lyrical experience. The composer
writes: "It is a work that I want you to play with a
gentle heart throughout, while thinking of someone
who is very important to you."
11198714 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
11198715 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Imperial Procession—Erica Donahoe. This regal
and exciting original work is a grand tour of the
European court style of music. Scalar passages,
legato and spiccato bowings, syncopation, and
6/8 meter and all reinforced. A perfect choice for
concert and contest!
11346170 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
11346171 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
In the Company of Angels—William Hofeldt.
This gorgeous and gentle ballad is dedicated to
a young violinist from Elmhurst, Illinois, as well as
Ms. Dorothy Straub, whose lifelong career in music
education has touched students and educators
worldwide for decades. Includes an optional (and
highly recommended) harp part.
10523463 String Orchestra opt. harp . . . .52.00
10523464 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Incantations—Richard Meyer. Two solo violins
and a solo viola introduce this piece through a
haunting, lyrical theme, which is subsequently
taken up by the entire orchestra. It expands,
gradually morphing into a fast and frenetic second
theme. The two themes are then heard at the same
time, each vying for attention. The pace slackens
momentarily before a wild coda closes the piece.
Full of a wide variety of colors and interesting
tonalities, this work gives every section of the
mature string orchestra a chance to shine.
2478662 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .56.00
5990616 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Invicta—Soon Hee Newbold. Showcase a student
or bring in a guest artist to perform with your
beginning students! Includes advanced solo violin
and viola parts along with easier violin and viola
solos as options. An included piano part works
well for recitals as well as adding great harmonic
support and color to the overall ensemble.
11349034 Multi-Level Orchestra . . . . . . .50.00
11349035 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Irish Legend—Robert Kerr & Soon Hee Newbold.
Showcase your strings with fire and flair in the style
of Riverdance and traditional Celtic music! Written
by Robert Kerr and arranged for strings by Soon
Hee Newbold, this air and jig is a dramatic finale
to any concert. Dazzling violin solos (both lyrical
and technical) and highly rhythmic passages
accompanied by drum set really set this work apart.
Optional piano and harp add to the sound of a work
destined to bring down the house. A great closer!
10047958 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .70.00
10047959 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
