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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS easy / medium-easy
Toccatina—William Hofeldt. This is exceptionally
nice! Very rhythmic and in a minor key, this "little
toccata" is a very welcome addition to the easy
string orchestra literature!
2253037 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
2278596 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Turbulence—William Owens. Turbulence gets
its kick from driving accented rhythms and edgy
dissonance. It's got the right balance of lyrical style
and rhythmic punch for even your violas and cellos
to shake things up. Highly recommended.
10307145 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
10307152 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Undercurrents—Sean O'Loughlin. A four-note
motive pushes the piece forward and is contrasted by
a lush middle section. The unrelenting motive comes
back and brings the piece to a dramatic finish.
10522063 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10522064 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Valse Diabolique—Joseph Compello. This dark,
rich and mysterious piece would fit perfectly on a
Halloween concert or festival. This is the kind of
music students love to play.
10457585 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10457586 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.50
Variations on an Irish Tune—Brian Balmages.
Based on Thomas Moore's famous song The
Minstrel Boy, this work uses the full gamut of styles
and techniques to showcase your ensemble. In
three distinct variations, lyrical phrasing, energetic
rhythms, and fiddle styles ultimately lead to an
exciting conclusion.
10008688 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10008689 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Venom—Erica Donahoe. Driving rhythms,
contrasting styles, heavy articulations, dramatic
dynamic shifts, and even a quote of the famous
"snake charmer" melody make this fun and
engaging work a guaranteed favorite for both
players and audiences. An excellent opportunity
to introduce and reinforce low first finger. Optional
shaker and vibraslap parts add a wonderful flavor!
11346192 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
11346193 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Viking—Soon Hee Newbold. This outstanding
work, now available in this flexible instrumentation
edition, is an exhilarating take on the dynamic
spirit of the ancient Vikings! Open-string double
stops, pizzicato, and optional percussion create
a dramatic sound that will transport you into a
legendary seafaring adventure. Each instrument
part is featured while working on various bowing
styles and dynamics. Violins utilize low second
finger, while basses have limited low first fingers.
Piano and percussion add to the flair and drama.
This is a must-have in every orchestral library.
11316000 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .50.00
11316002 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Viking—Soon Hee Newbold. Take on the dynamic
spirit of the ancient Vikings in this energetic piece!
Open-string double stops, pizzicato, and optional
percussion create a dramatic sound that will
transport you into a legendary seafaring adventure.
Each instrument part is featured while working on
various bowing styles and dynamics. Violins utilize
low 2nd finger, while basses have limited low 1s.
10454265 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .55.00
10454298 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Violento—Victor Lopez. Give your students
the opportunity to play a piece for beginning
strings that is upbeat and full of excitement! This
energetic work is a forceful and rhythmically driven
composition that sounds more difficult than it is. A
mixture of danzon, Cuba's unique genre of song
and dance, and basic rhythmic interplay give this
piece a unique touch. The inclusive, simple, and
repetitious rhythmic patterns will certainly make a
dynamic statement at your next concert. (1:50)
11400646 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11400647 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
Voyager—Soon Hee Newbold. Take flight through
the soaring melodic lines of this bold work that
lets your students' imaginations run wild. Whether
on the back of a hawk or on a journey to space,
this energetic piece keeps all sections engaged
rhythmically and melodically. A dynamic key
change adds to the adrenaline rush. Thrilling!
11195682 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
11195683 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Water Dance—Jesselyn Joy Dudinsky. "Water
Dance" is a whimsical string orchestra piece that
helps players smoothly navigate between pizzicato
and arco techniques. The piece follows a rondo
pattern that carries different themes. "Water
Dance" draws inspiration from a vision of droplets
creating rippled images in the water, reflecting light
and colors that swirl together with the rising mist.
11401009 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .70.00
11401079 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Whiteout—Liam Ramsey-White. The low strings
get plenty of the spotlight in this intense and
dramatic piece. Heavy quarter-note attacks and
excellent use of layering help build the suspense as
your musicians try to navigate their way through a
blizzard. Percussion part for tambourine.
11393517 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
11393518 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Wildfire—Kathryn Griesinger. The rapid pace
and tight rhythms of this Grade 2 original will help
students develop quick and crisp bowing technique!
A fast and furious theme requires precision in
playing staccato and hooked bowings while
managing string crossings, resulting in a great
teaching piece and concert feature. This piece
remains within first position with just a few slurs
and 16th-note patterns.
10997841 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .52.00
10997861 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Windchasers—Kathryn Griesinger. Windchasers
depicts the soaring flight of starling flocks twisting in
the winds of a growing storm. As relentless staccato
rhythms drive the melody forward, the whirlwind
dies down for some pizzicato "rain" before the
original theme rises again. This work helps reinforce
low-one and low-two finger patterns, and half-
position (bass) in the key of D minor.
10696560 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .47.00
10696561 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Winter Reverie—Kathryn Griesinger. Peaceful
scenes of quiet, gentle snow are reflected in
this nostalgic melody for intermediate strings. A
flowing legato theme evokes warm memories
of innocence and joy as it moves between the
sections, encouraging playing with sustained bows
and beautiful tone. Moments of modulation use
easy accidentals in first position to relay the magic
of the season. Piano and bells add to the dreamlike
quality of this serene concert selection for your
winter concert.
10997994 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .50.00
10997995 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Winter Stars—Kathryn Griesinger. This gorgeous
original work was inspired by the tender poem
of the same name by Sara Teasdale. Gentle
phrases capture the wistful hope the poet felt as
she contemplated the steadfast stars that burn
steadily as long ago even as the world changed
below. Lyrical melodies provide developing players
opportunities to work on tone, slurs, and expressive
playing with one easy key change from D major to
G major. A tranquil winter concert selection that
evokes images of shimmering stars in the cold
December night sky. Absolutely beautiful!
11401228 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
11401229 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.50
Original Concert Works
Medium-Easy
(You Are) Amazing—Brian Balmages. A
beautiful, joyous melody and driving rhythms
create a message of hope in this uplifting original
work. Perfect for a developed middle school or high
school string orchestra, this piece features simple
meter changes, syncopated rhythms, pleasing
harmonies, and a variety of articulations and
dynamics. An optional violin 1 upper divisi shifts to
fifth position. This magnificent work is the perfect
opener, closer, or contest piece!
11349022 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
11349023 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Ablaze—Chris M. Bernotas. This fierce concert
piece takes the orchestra on an exciting musical
journey. Students will be challenged to perform with
various emotional styles, including both intense and
legato melodies.
10453626 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
10453673 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Across the Wind—Doug Spata. Thrilling
melodies swoop and soar over bristling ostinatos
in this exciting concert overture in F Major. With a
triumphant style and dramatic range of emotions,
players will enjoy performing this piece. Many
musical and technical skills are reinforced including
16th note patterns with slurs, part independence,
and accidentals. The graceful middle section of the
piece is an excellent place for players to experiment
with vibrato. Truly an exhilarating, enriching journey
that students will be excited to take again and again!
10370508 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .56.00
10370511 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . .10.00
African Adventure—Robert Sheldon. When
it comes time to celebrate the musical colors of
Africa, combine the forces of your string group with
your percussion ensemble on this stylish concert
work for the developing ensemble. Repetitive
rhythms and a catchy melodic hook propel the
piece forward as it develops momentum and
dramatic flair. Substitute Orff instruments for the
melodic percussion for an even more authentic
timbre. A guaranteed favorite!
10280280 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . .46.00
10280282 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
After the Rain—Susan H. Day. As the title
indicates, this gorgeous work is reminiscent of
the fresh, clear air after a storm passes. The
beautiful flowing lines bring on tranquility, and the
rich soothing tapestry of lower voices creates an
interwoven relaxation. Stunning!
10370756 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
10370757 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .8.00
Afterburn—Brian Balmages. Take a deep
breath and feel the rush of this intense original!
The manageable note range for young players is
kicked into higher gear with pulsating rhythms
and cool meter tricks. Hold on tight - it's sure to
be a group favorite!
10307163 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .55.00
10307164 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
Agincourt—Doug Spata. Adventurous groups
will like playing this dramatic modal work in
7/8 time. The pattern is a consistent 2+2+3.
It's inspired by the climactic battle scene in
Shakespeare's Henry V, and audiences will be
thrilled by the expressive melodies and bold
ostinatos that course through the piece.
10026998 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
10032381 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . .9.00
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