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Danse (from "African Suite")—Samuel
Coleridge-Taylor/arr. Kirk Moss. The artistic
turning point of English composer Samuel
Coleridge-Taylor's career happened in his
twenties when he met the African-American
poet Paul Laurence Dunbar. Dunbar influenced
the young composer to concentrate on his
African heritage. Originally composed for
piano as the final movement of "African Suite,"
Danse begins with two introductory chords
followed by energetic swinging rhythms and
repeated angular melodies. Students will love
the moods in this festive overture, evocative of
later Broadway musicals.
11511805 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .65.00
11511884 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Danse Macabre—Camille Saint-Saens/
arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. The clock strikes
midnight, a ghostly fiddler plays eerie tones,
and skeletons dance until the rooster crows at
dawn. Perfect for Halloween or as a change of
pace for any time of year!
10512560 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
10512561 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Danza Ritual del Fuego (Ritual Fire Dance)—
Manuel de Falla/arr. Douglas E. Wagner. The
arrangement from Manuel de Falla's brilliant
ballet El amor brujo reflects all of the tonal
color and Spanish flair of the composer's
original. Characteristic rhythms and harmonic
progressions combine with a variety of string
techniques, providing players with the makings
of a surefire concert or contest success.
Includes a required piano part.
11202654 String Orchestra
Piano Required . . . . . . . . . .65.00
11202655 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Dies Irae—W.A. Mozart/arr. Laura Kenney.
Originally written for full orchestra and
choir, this string arrangement maintains the
intensity of Mozart's original Dies Irae from his
Requiem. With its dramatic and driving music,
off-beat rhythms, and running 16th notes, this
work presents a more passionate style of
Mozart. Challenging string parts with shifting
for all sections will keep your students active
and engaged.
10739933 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .58.00
10739934 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
English Folk Song Suite—Ralph Vaughan
Williams/arr. Stephen Bulla. One of Vaughan
Williams' most revered works for band and
orchestra has been tastefully adapted for strings.
This edition includes appropriate key and length
adjustments to make this charming suite ideal for
today's string orchestras. I. Seventeen, Come
Sunday II. My Bonny Boy III. Folk Song from
Somerset (Boosey & Hawkes edition).
2481831 String Orchestra,
Percussion Required . . . . .50.00
10004230 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
Enigma Variations—Edward Elgar/arr. Todd
Parrish. String orchestras can now get a faithful
arrangement of this lush English masterpiece
by Sir Edward Elgar. The theme is followed
by three variations, in their original keys,
displaying both the emotion and power of the
original and concluding with the unsurpassed
beauty of Nimrod. Optional timpani provides an
even more exciting, authentic sound.
10594941 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .49.00
10594942 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis—
Ralph Vaughan Williams/arr. Jamin Hoffman.
This string masterpiece rose in popularity after
it was used in the film Master and Commander:
The Far Side of the World. The simple, elegant
theme from Elizabethan church composer
Thomas Tallis was later expanded and
modernized by Vaughan Williams. This lush
arrangement adapts and simplifies the original
version into a work that is ideal for developing
string students. Doubled octaves and divisi
writing make this ideal for large orchestras.
10016075 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .45.00
10028389 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Fantasia on Greensleeves (What Child
Is This?)—Ralph Vaughan Williams/arr.
Deborah Baker Monday. Scored for strings,
harp (keyboard) and two violin soloists, this
ethereal setting retains the form and texture of
the original while bringing it to a student-friendly
level. Melodic material is passed effortlessly
from one section to another, and only the first
violin solo requires third position work. A rich
setting of a classic masterwork.
10092446 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .49.00
10092518 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Farandole (from "L'Arlesienne Suite No. 2")
—Georges Bizet /arr. Merle J. Isaac. This
spirited, well-loved work by Georges Bizet
is an absolutely delightful work for both
rehearsal and performance! Recorded by the
Michigan State University Orchestra on the
CD, Teaching Music Through Performance in
Orchestra, Volume 1 (Pepper #5973728).
2038313 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .62.00
4956298 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Fiddler's Farewell—Loreta Fin. With a
nod to the composer's Irish lineage on her
mother's side, this work encompasses the
characteristics of a jig, emphasizing the strong
sense of pulse required for this lively dance.
The bowing is a mixture of hooked strokes and
alternating down and up bows, encouraging
sound left and right-hand coordination. (2:05)
11400520 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .45.00
11400521 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Finale from "Symphony No. 5"—Ludwig
van Beethoven/arr. Deborah Baker Monday.
This masterpiece should be played by every
string player, and now they can with this
arrangement. Students will love experiencing
the energy and power of one of the greatest
musical geniuses of all time, Beethoven!
10608534 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .56.00
10608546 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
For Unto Us—G.F. Handel/arr. Robert S. Frost.
An excellent medium-easy arrangement of the
beloved chorus from Handel's "Messiah." Some
shifting is required in first violin, celli, and bass
parts, with divisi in upper string parts as well.
10059457 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .56.00
10084937 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Graduation Suite—Edward Elgar & Jean-
Joseph Mouret/arr. Michael Story. A must for
any regal ceremony. The traditional Pomp
and Circumstance March No. 1 has been
scored for young full orchestra or strings alone.
The famed processional is followed by the
majestic recessional Rondeau from Premiere
Suite. An outstanding graduation choice
for any level orchestra performing without
graduating seniors. A necessary and welcome
arrangement for every library. (3:45)
11400526 String or Full Orchestra . . .60.00
11400527 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Hoe Down (from "Rodeo")—Aaron Copland/
arr. Stephen Bulla. Everyone knows this one!
Hoedown has become a classic American
symphonic work, and its unique sound has
become a trademark of composer Aaron
Copland. This fine edition has been carefully
crafted for string orchestra, allowing developing
groups to experience the joy of performing one
of the most popular works of the 20th century.
2481832 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
10008732 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Legend of the Knight—Chris Thomas. Driving eighth notes and dark
low-string themes depict the mythical warrior rising from the mist, then
soaring, triumphant high strings show the hero in victory. Young players
will have the opportunity to work on spiccato and legato bowing. A thrilling
addition to your next concert program.
11339416 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00
11339417 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
A Little Winter Night Music—arr. Kathryn Griesinger.
Bookended with the familiar strains of Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik, this
arrangement combines familiar classical themes about night and winter -
including melodies from Vivaldi's Winter, Holst's In the Bleak Midwinter, and
themes from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite. A steady, unchanging tempo
and simplified rhythms allow young players to seamlessly play through works
by some of history's greatest composers! Includes extra parts for viola in
treble clef and violin 2 in alto clef for flexible ensembles.
11175129 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 49.00
11175130 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
A Medieval Christmas—Jiyoung Um. 3/4 meter and open harmonies
place the listener in a medieval court. A great tribute to the modal Christmas
music of the Middle Ages.
11339398 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00
11339399 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
An Ode to Joy Festival (Multi-level)—Ludwig van Beethoven/
arr. Todd Parrish. Experience the thrill of Beethoven's original symphony
in this multi-level arrangement for string or full orchestra! Beginners
will feel successful playing the familiar melody from their method book
accompanied by a brilliant arrangement for intermediate and advanced
orchestras. This abbreviated version is long enough to highlight the best
moments but short enough to use as a grand finale for any pyramid
concert. Optional high school level wind and brass parts are highly
encouraged but not required for performance.
10981234 String or Full Orchestra Multi-level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-M 80.00
10981235 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12.00
The Russian Music Box—Soon Hee Newbold. Here is a three-part
flexible arrangement of this exquisite original work for beginning orchestra.
The B-minor modal tonality brings out that melancholy Russian sound while
using notes familiar to all players. This work sounds rich and interesting while
using only quarter, half, and whole note values. Piano is optional.
11343929 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B 40.00
11343930 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Skeleton Waltz—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. This educationally sound
programmatic work incorporates chromatic harmony and special effects to
create a fun and spooky setting that is reminiscent of the orchestrations of
Berlioz and Saint-Saens. This work offers an excellent opportunity to teach
several bowing techniques. Increase the tempo for a suitable challenge for
more advanced ensembles.
11339422 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 49.00
11339423 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
Snowy Woods—James O. Lockett. This beautiful original work will
warm the audience and players with delight. A beautiful melody and colorful
harmonies combined with lush and expert scoring will make the developing
orchestra sound full. A harp (optional piano) part adds to the perfect palette
of color. A must-have holiday gem.
11339424 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 44.00
11339425 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6.00
Viking (Full Flex - for any combination of instruments)—
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 Full Flex . . . . . . . E 50.00
11316002 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . .VE 42.00
10846043 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.00
