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LIGHT CONCERT medium-easy / medium & medium-advanced
The Picnic: Watch Out for the B's—Ingrid
Koller. This piece tells the story of a picnic
interrupted by pesky bees. As time goes on,
more and more bees can be heard, and every
section gets a turn. Listen for the sounds of the
bees as they travel around the orchestra. Most
of the "buzzes" include the musical note B in
the dissonant cluster of notes. This piece gives
your students a chance to tell a story with their
music - invite them to engage in the drama,
looking nervously around or occasionally
swatting an imaginary bee in front of their
faces. The orchestra creates the narrative of
happy picnickers having their beautiful day
interrupted by pesky bees.
11402333 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
Red Pepper—Jeffrey S. Bishop. Based on
traditional Zydeco music and Cajun fiddling
style, this clever arrangement passes
tunes playfully from one section to another,
sometimes over a pizzicato walking bass line.
This top-seller is full of energy and fun!
10048339 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .45.00
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
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
Tico Tico—Zequinha de Abreu/arr. Lipton.
Perhaps the most famous example of Brazilian
Choro music, this piece is made accessible
to high school players in this sterling
arrangement featuring a whistle and a section
that uses strings as percussion instruments.
Highly recommended!
10312102 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
Viva Violas—Richard Meyer. Take out the
castanets because the violas are taking the
stage, Spanish style! It begins in a paso doble
reminiscent of a vigorous Spanish guitar solo,
then moves into a major-key allegretto where
the violas even get a chance to glissando!
2475430 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
Wellerman—Larry Moore. A fun and lively
arrangement of the popular New Zealand sea
shanty written for young string orchestras. A
wonderful opportunity to teach cut time and
scale technique. The comfortable key of G, all
first position and frequent doubling make this a
very accessible work.
11355983 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
Light Concert Selections
Medium &
Medium-Advanced
221B Baker Street—Jeffrey Bishop. The title
of this exciting musical depiction is, of course,
the residence of Sherlock Holmes. The three
musical motifs depict Sherlock Holmes, Dr.
Watson and the arch-villain Professor Moriarity.
The music moves from thoughtful to intense
and is fun to play!
10069432 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 50.00
7th Street Beat—Lauren Bernofsky. A beatbox
piece for orchestra! Beatbox percussion
sounds imitate effects normally made by a
drum set, and these vocal syllables are woven
into the parts of each section of the orchestra.
The same parts are also written out separately
for a guest "soloist" or two. A section for
optional improvisation - either instrumental or
vocal - makes this piece extra-fun and creative!
10997954 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 60.00
Alley Cats—Doug Spata. A fresh new
opportunity for orchestra musicians to step
outside the normal styles and explore swing
and bluesy harmonies. Each instrument also
has the opportunity to work slides as well as
more advanced fingering patterns.
11393535 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 60.00
Basses Loaded—Carrie Lane Gruselle.
Let your bass section shine and groove in
this upbeat medley of funk, swing and good
ol' fashioned rock n' roll! Opportunities for
improvisation are included (with written parts as
well) and an optional drumset part really adds
to the flair. While the basses show off, the other
sections of the orchestra also experience the
contagious rhythms and melodies as they get
down and rock out. An absolute showstopper!
10066376 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 55.00
Blackberry Blossom—Gary Gackstatter.
Feature your top player on this famous
American tune! The first time through, the
soloist takes the lead accompanied by some
pizzicato and the occasional foot stomp. The
second time through, first violins play most of
the tune along with the soloist. The third and
final time through the soloist gets some nice
variations on the tune. And, oh yes, the faster
the better!
2702541 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 48.00
Bossa Rojo—Bert Ligon. Beginning with
a dramatic familiar Latin figure, everyone
will recognize the rhythm and groove with
enthusiasm! Melodic material appears in all
parts and is designed for fun and successful
performances. An improvisation section is
included where soloists can improvise over the
familiar progression or play the provided solos.
Piano and drum set parts are included. The
change of pace will be appreciated by players
of any level.
10310635 String Orchestra,
Percussion Required . .M 55.00
A Boy and a Girl—Eric Whitacre. An
orchestration of the popular choral work.
Inspired by the tender, delicate poem "A Boy
and a Girl" by Octavio Paz. Score and parts.
11176458 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 70.00
El Relicario: Paso Doble—arr. Robert
Longfield. One of the most famous and best-
loved paso dobles ever written in a setting
for string orchestra! Fiery rhythms and
sweeping Spanish melodies make this an
outstanding change of pace for concert or
festival performance.
10756566 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . .M 40.00
The Entertainer—Scott Joplin/arr. Steve
Olson. Get your audience's toes tapping! This
Grade 3 arrangement of Scott Joplin's famous
ragtime tune is perfect for introducing your
orchestra to syncopated rhythms and exploring
easy double stops. Originally composed for
piano in 1902, this piece gained international
popularity as the theme music for the 1973
Oscar-winning film "The Sting."
11522083 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 60.00
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 . . . .M 60.00
The Haunted Ballroom—Chris Thomas. The
stately spirits of soirees past appear, dancing the
midnight waltz in The Haunted Ballroom. Dazzle
your audience with this chilling yet lighthearted
tune, perfect for fall and Halloween concerts.
The piece offers a variety of fun chromatics,
quirky col legno effects, and harmonic glissandi.
Certain to be a "spooktacular" addition to your
next concert program!
10877069 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 55.00
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 . . . . . .M 60.00
Midnight Christmas Eve—Paul O'Neill &
John Olivia/arr. Bob Phillips. The lights, the
tree, and quiet anticipation of Christmas are
captured in this beautiful rock ballad. As seen in
the Trans-Siberian Orchestra stage show The
Christmas Attic, this lyric piece will add depth
to any holiday or winter concert. While an easy
piece for high school orchestras, the optional
electric violin and guitar parts provide the
perfect chance to feature an electric instrument
and a more advanced player.
11192885 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 65.00
Milonga del Angel—Astor Piazzolla/arr.
Jim Palmer. This lyrical arrangement of an
Argentinian tango is a wonderful introduction
to the music of Astor Piazzolla. The melody
is first introduced by the violas and then
passed smoothly to the first violins. Along with
beautiful harmonies, interesting rhythms, and
the variety of dynamics, the piece includes
many opportunities to teach shifting, glissando,
balance, and phrasing. A perfect choice for
festival or any concert performance.
10997712 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 60.00
Play That Swing—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. Wait -
strings don't swing, do they? Yes, they do! This
cool swinging original is just what the string
orchestra has been waiting for - and there is
no shortage of features and teaching moments.
With a hip, swinging melody, a cello solo, a
violin duet, and great jazz harmony, this will
expand your orchestra to new worlds. Optional
piano and drums are highly recommended.
11392964 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 60.00
Plink, Plank, Plunk!—Leroy Anderson.
Pizzicato playing is fascinating to play and to
watch, but coming from the skilled pen of Leroy
Anderson, it becomes an event! Let your kids
put down their bows and dazzle the audience
with this one! (All sections get to make the
"squeak" special effect!) If you're going to
program a novelty piece for strings, your
students and audience deserve one from this
American master.
4533071 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 65.00
Power Shift—Kathryn Griesinger. Work on
shifting technique with a powerhouse rock
performance! Driving, accented bass lines and
syncopated melodies energize this original
piece that follows the form and style of pop
song standards. Carefully written melodies
give every instrument the chance to practice
shifting to third position and beyond, as well as
harmonics, extended C-sharp finger patterns,
and pizzicato riffs. Add a rocking drumset for a
dynamite presentation.
10846068 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . .M 52.00
Swamp Thang—Richard Meyer. Hotter than
a Cajun barbecue, this tour de force for the
advanced string orchestra is a workout for all of
your students (and their conductor!) Conjuring
up images of the Deep South, this jazzy rondo
never lets up from start to finish, featuring the
most sumptuous syncopations and intriguing
instrumentation to hit the student stage in a
long time. A great closer or encore!
10738930 String Orchestra . . . . MA 60.00
Themes from Rhapsody in Blue—George
Gershwin/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. This
landmark arrangement showcases Gershwin's
beloved piece that validated the merging of
classical music and jazz during the Roaring '20s.
This setting for strings presents a sampling of
the most memorable themes in a dynamic and
well-constructed arrangement. Ideal to work on
bow distribution, weight, and speed as well as
chromatics and some basic position work with
ample fingerings provided. Exceptional!
11399692 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 65.00
BEST
SELLERS
String Orchestra
Lighter Selections
Medium to Advanced
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most
often by directors.
Alley Cats—Doug Spata.
11393535 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . M 60.00
Swamp Thang—Richard Meyer.
10738930 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . .MA 56.00
Power Shift—Kathryn Griesinger.
10846068 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional. . . . . . . . M 52.00
Bossa Rojo—Bert Ligon.
10310635 String Orchestra,
Percussion Required . . . . . . . M 55.00
El Relicario: Paso Doble—
arr. Robert Longfield.
10756566 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional. . . . . . . . M 40.00
