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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS medium-easy
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 . . . . . . . . .50.00
10738953 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
A Place by the Sea—R. Scott Whittington.
Capturing the essence of the sea with its lively
and evocative maritime flavor, this nautical
composition begins with a cheerful violin figure
and builds up to a rousing finale that will delight
audiences of all ages. With rich and sonorous
sound and all parts except bass written in first
position, this piece is well suited to younger
or developing players focusing on blend,
intonation, ensemble, and rhythmic accuracy.
An excellent addition to any concert program.
Performance time c. 3:51.
11522066 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11522092 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .12.00
Poppies (An Anthem for Remembrance)—
Loreta Fin. The poppy is the enduring symbol of
remembrance of the First World War. Based on
the Last Post (or Taps), this slow, dignified work
reflects the reverence of a hymn or chorale.
Designed to be played at remembrance events,
this work can be taught quickly to elementary or
more senior groups alike. It is suited to a school
assembly performance.
11511843 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
11511922 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
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
Prairie Sky—Robert Buckley. Inspired by the
magnificent and expansive landscape - and
cloudscape - of the American prairie, this
beautiful work features majestic themes and
festive rhythms.
11523025 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11523026 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
A Quiet Peace—Richard Meyer. Give yourself,
your students, and your audience a much-
needed break from the chaos and noise of
today's world with this gentle, introspective
hymn-like composition. Suspensions,
dissonances, and ninth and seventh chords
lend a mature sound to the piece. The notes
and ranges are well within reach of the young
orchestra. An excellent way for your students to
express sensitivity and grace while developing
their emotive playing skills.
11511793 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
11511872 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Ragtime March—Vanessa Fanning. Step into
the lively world of the Roaring Twenties with
this exuberant piece that infuses the classic
ragtime style with a vibrant contemporary twist.
From the first notes, the infectious rhythms and
playful melodies sweep listeners off their feet
and into the era of flappers and speakeasies.
Let the energetic strings lead a spirited march
filled with toe-tapping joy as musicians and
audience revel in the timeless charm and
infectious spirit of this delightful composition.
11518711 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
11518712 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Remembrance—Gary Fagan. You'll hear the
emotion in this piece from start to finish. It's
lush, pensive, and has a multitude of places
for students to push and pull the tempo and
phrase for great musical effect. A wonderful
opportunity to improve your student's
musicianship awaits!
11502020 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .65.00
11502079 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Renaissance Dances—Dennis Eveland.
Several contrasting dance sections are
presented: the opening is a bright and spirited
2/4, while the next section is smooth and
flowing in 3/4; then it's all tied together nicely
with a recap of the original theme.
11503690 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .65.00
11503746 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Reverie—Robert Schumann/arr. Loreta Fin.
Robert Schumann's Scenes from Childhood
is a set of thirteen pieces for piano, written
in 1838. The seventh one, Reverie or
"Traumerei," means dreaming. Playing soft,
slow pieces is never easy, and requires great
bow control, focusing on weight and speed.
This arrangement is also quite rhythmically
challenging, using long slurs, and ties, which
require planning and careful counting for
entries. Rubato is used throughout the piece
and the tempo changes call for the students
to pay close attention to the director. There
are opportunities for all to practice vibrato
and also some position work in the violin and
viola parts.
11511846 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
11511925 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
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
Rise of the Phoenix—Carlos Lalonde. The
mythical phoenix symbolizes rebirth by rising
out of its own ashes. This piece explores a
rhythmic motive that gains momentum as
it develops, then dies away before rising to
even greater heights. Set in E minor with
D-sharp accidentals, the fiery theme uses
accented accompaniments and dramatic
dynamics to build intensity, growing to a
glorious finale.
11500113 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11500390 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
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
Rondeau No. 3—Joseph Bologne/arr. Robert
Debbaut. This lively Rondeau from Bologne's
Six String Quartets, op. 1 is a classic seven-
part rondo in G major, D major, and G minor.
As was typical of the Classical style, the
melody is heard mainly in the first violin while
the other sections provide supporting harmonic
and rhythmic roles. The essence of the string
quartet scoring is retained by having the bass
double the cello part, resulting in a charming
and accessible concert selection.
11500107 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11500384 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
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
Sea of Stars—Liam Ramsey-White. The "Sea
of Stars" on the island of Vaadhoo in Maldives
is famous for its unique bioluminescence. As
the waves break against the shore, the water
turns a sparkling blue, appearing as stars
reflected in the water. The opening of this piece
imitates the shimmering water as a nostalgic
motif is presented by a solo cello over delicate
harmonics and tremolo. The piece swells,
ebbs, and flows with a beautiful theme that
ends as quietly and magically as it started.
11401210 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11401211 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
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
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