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CLASSICAL SELECTIONS medium-advanced & advanced
Fugue for String Orchestra (from "String
Quartet, Op. 8")—Paul Creston. Paul Creston's
writing has been a hallmark of contemporary
American music, ranging from chamber and
orchestral music to stage and film music. This
movement remains one of his most notable for
school string orchestra, adapted from a string
quartet by the composer himself. Here's a
perfect opportunity to introduce your students
to fugal writing in a contemporary style.
2052033 String Orchestra . . . . . . A 50.00
2107076 String Pack/
Additional String Set . . . . . . . 6.00
5743992 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Ghosts of Brandenburg—Richard Meyer.
Imagine a fantasy based on all six of the
Brandenburg Concerti! This arrangement
captures the spirit of the original works, but
sets most of them in minor keys or uses darker
tones, pizzicato, and meter changes J.S. Bach
may never have imagined. This is inventive and
challenging work will take your intermediate
strings on a nine-minute journey that will build
their endurance along with their musicality.
10050371 String Orchestra . . . . MA 62.00
10050372 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Hebrides Overture—Felix Mendelssohn/
arr. Jason Librande. Now string orchestras
alone can enjoy this massive work of the
orchestral repertoire for contest or any concert
performance. Mendelssohn's classic melody
follows the ebb and flow of the ocean waves
as each section adds its voice to a vivid
musical portrait. The overture requires skill in
bow control and ensemble work with advanced
rhythms, but the result is dynamic and just as
compelling as its counterpart for full orchestra.
10280407 String Orchestra . . . . MA 55.00
10280408 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Hoe Down (from "Rodeo")—Aaron Copland.
Hoe Down has become one of Aaron
Copland's most recognized orchestral works.
Here is the string orchestra version based on
the original, for advanced string players.
167221 String Orchestra . . . . . . A 45.50
2476148 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.95
The Inner Planets (Themes from Mercury,
Venus, and Mars)—Gustav Holst/arr. Carrie
Lane Gruselle. This cleverly titled work includes
three famous themes from "The Planets." The
swooping, fluttery sounds of Mercury, the
Winged Messenger give way to the mystical
tone clusters and serenity of Venus, the Bringer
of Peace. The arrangement closes with the
iconic militant ostinato and dissonance of Mars,
the Bringer of War.
11203131 String Orchestra . . . . MA 65.00
11203132 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
L'estro Armonico—Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Bob
Lipton. Originally written as a concerto for two
violins, cello and strings, the piece was later
arranged by Bach as a concerto for solo organ.
This thoughtful arrangement draws on both
versions and showcases the genius of these
two giants.
10454281 String Orchestra . . . . MA 60.00
10454314 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
L'Italiana in Algeri Overture—Gioachino
Rossini/arr. Andrew H. Dabczynski. Here is
an appealing string arrangement of one of
Gioachino Rossini's famous overtures. Careful
scoring and performance options make this
approachable yet appropriately challenging.
Rossini's lighthearted and engaging melodies
make this an ideal selection for concert or
festival programs.
11202325 String Orchestra . . . . MA 56.00
11202326 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Larghetto and Allegro from Sinfonia
in G Major—Johann Stamitz/arr. Robert
D. McCashin. Written in the 'Manheim'
style (utilizing unique dynamic effects) and
completed sometime between 1741 and
1746, Stamitz's Symphony No. 3 is actually
likely his first completed symphony. It was
attributed to Stamitz; only it may have, in
fact, been completed by a close friend and
contemporary composer, Antoine Mahaut (a
Flemish composer and flutist). It is in the key of
G Major. The Larghetto needs to be connected
smooth and 'fluid' throughout. Shifting to the
Allegro, be sure to bring out the moving lines in
the upper voices. The lower voices need to be
accentuated and cleanly articulated. Be sure to
perform the dynamics with dedication.
11355591 String Orchestra . . . . MA 75.00
11355592 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .15.00
New World Symphony—Antonin Dvorak/
arr. Deborah Baker Monday. The intensity and
powerful themes are provided in an accessible
adaptation which stays true to the original. Not
only an excellent vehicle for teaching, but also
a top-notch selection for festival performances.
10454944 String Orchestra . . . . MA 56.00
10454945 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Night on Bald Mountain—Modest Mussorgsky/
arr. Eric Segnitz. Thrilling! Well-known in its full
orchestra version or from its scenes in Disney's
"Fantasia," this arrangement is scored for
string orchestra with optional piano or organ,
percussion, and timpani! This is a dynamic
rendition that could open or close any concert!
2473624 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . MA 40.00
5986230 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Nonet, Op. 38 (Mvt. 3, Scherzo)—Louise
Farrenc/arr. Jennifer Meckler. Transport your
school string orchestra to 19th-century Paris
with this dynamic composition featuring a
range of expressive techniques, including
bowing styles, pizzicato, and solo passages.
With fingering suggestions and optional divisi
for students of different skill levels, it offers a
thrilling challenge for intermediate to advanced
string orchestras.
11522076 String Orchestra . . . . MA 80.00
11522102 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .16.00
Overture (from Suite No. 3 in D Major)—
J.S. Bach/arr. Robert D. McCashin. This
arrangement embodies the full sound and
spirit of the original overture yet is orchestrated
to take full advantage of the string orchestra
palette. A fabulous choice as an opener, closer,
or celebratory concert work.
11203118 String Orchestra . . . . MA 60.00
11203119 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Passacaglia—G.F. Handel/arr. Robert
Frost. Originally written for keyboard, this
arrangement showcases Handel's mastery
of this Baroque form. It freely treats most
of the variations to incorporate the use of a
variety of string performance techniques. The
techniques, tempo changes, style and position
requirements for various sections make it ideal
for advancing groups.
10351222 String Orchestra . . . . MA 56.00
10351223 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Reverie—Claude Debussy/arr. Samuel
Gelfer. One of Debussy's most recognized
works, featured in many films and television
shows, including HBO's Westworld. This
lush string arrangement can be played
alongside the original solo piano piece,
with all the same lyrical flowing lines.
Teaching opportunities include challenging
position work, impressionistic tonalities,
and advanced melodic phrasing in this well-
known ethereal melody.
11202217 String Orchestra . . . . MA 65.00
11202218 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Rondo-Finale (from Oktett Hob. X: 12)—
Franz Joseph Haydn/arr. Kevin Kaisershot.
This classic work was extracted from a larger
scored work that Joseph Haydn wrote while in
the service of Prince Nicholas Esterhazy. The
original work excludes the original wind parts,
and playing the Rondo-finale will introduce your
students to rondo form.
11201857 String Orchestra . . . . MA 55.00
11201858 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Saint Paul's Suite—Gustav Holst. Best known
for his full orchestral suite "The Planets," Holst
also wrote some particularly beautiful string
music. This suite is a prime example of his
writing based on folk tunes. Unsimplified, this
is a worthy piece for the best of orchestras!
2179943 String Orchestra . . . . MA 75.00
7180649 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
Scherzo (from Symphony No. 6)—Ludwig
van Beethoven/arr. Deborah Baker Monday.
One of Beethoven's best scherzos, the third
movement from Symphony No. 6 is now
available as a stand-alone selection for the
capable string orchestra. Skillfully adapted with
a strong final cadence, your students will feel
like they are playing the original!
11192530 String Orchestra . . . . MA 56.00
11192531 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Serenade for Strings, Op. 22 (First Move-
ment)—Antonin Dvorak/arr. Jeremy
Woolstenhulme. Serenade for Strings, Op. 22,
First Movement is presented in its entirety in
G major (from the original E major), making
it wonderfully accessible to less advanced
ensembles. A staple in classical string
orchestra literature, this is not to be missed!
10758265 String Orchestra . . . . MA 58.00
10758266 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Sinfonia No. 2 in D Major (Movement 1)
—Felix Mendelssohn/arr. Kirk Moss. An
exciting concert or festival opener! Includes
educationally appropriate bowings and
fingerings to save precious rehearsal time and
develop a mature sound. This setting is the
perfect piece to develop and refine the spiccato
bow stroke.
10364905 String Orchestra . . . . MA 57.00
10364909 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Suite from Carmen—George Bizet/arr. Robert
D. McCashin. This fantastic suite of themes
from the popular opera "Carmen" includes the
opening Bugle Call and March of the Dragoons,
the famous Habanera, the entr'acte to Act III
Intermezzo, and the spirited music of the final
act. Showcase your students playing some of
the most famous opera music in the repertoire!
11203122 String Orchestra . . . . MA 65.00
11203123 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Summer from The Four Seasons (Mvt. 3,
Presto)—Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Jennifer Meckler.
This arrangement can be performed by an
advanced orchestra alone or as a festival
feature with the addition of optional intermediate
and beginning string parts. Ideal for summer
string camps with mixed-ability ensembles.
11204511 Multi-Level
Orchestra . . . . . . . B-MA 85.00
11204531 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .30.00
11204546 String Pack/
Additional String Set . . . . . .55.00
Swan Lake Selections—Pyotr Ilyich Tchai-
kovsky/arr. Steve Olson. Get ready to be swept
away by the timeless elegance of Swan Lake.
Featuring the most iconic movements including
Hungarian Dance; Dance of the Swans and
Dance Napolitaine, this Grade 4 piece offers
a unique and immersive experience. With its
complex string parts and challenging wind/
brass sections, this piece is perfect for students
looking to push their skills to new heights.
11522079 String Orchestra . . . . MA 80.00
11522105 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .16.00
Symphonie Espagnole (First Movement)—
Edouard Lalo/arr. Todd Parrish. Firmly rooted
in the standard violin repertoire, Symphonie
Espagnole is a brilliant work that showcases
the violin's lyrical beauty and technical
virtuosity with a Spanish style. After keeping
the opening solo passage, the powerful
melodies are then passed throughout the
orchestra. The first movement is arranged here
for string orchestra, shortened and simplified
for playability. However, Lalo's original fiery
masterpiece comes through clearly. The
optional timpani part is highly recommended to
achieve the most authentic sound.
10696548 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional. . MA 52.00
10696549 Additional Score. . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Symphony No. 1 (First Movement)—Ludwig
van Beethoven/arr. Robert D. McCashin.
Following the slow introduction, Beethoven's
first symphony breaks into a lively and
energetic Allegro, carrying listeners through
a whirlwind of harmonies and keys. This
advanced arrangement captures the lyricism
and raw power of a masterpiece written by a
young 29-year-old Beethoven.
11203127 String Orchestra . . . . MA 65.00
11203128 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Symphony No. 2 "Romantic" (First Move-
ment)—Howard Hanson/arr. Todd Parrish.
Symphony No. 2 by Howard Hanson is one of
the most popular American symphonies ever
written, most famously used in the end credits
of the movie "Alien" in 1979. This arrangement
focuses on the hauntingly beautiful second
theme of the first movement. Cellos are
featured prominently in tenor clef and often
cover the soaring horn solos from the original.
Musicians will experience true symphonic
beauty in this exquisite arrangement for strings
and harp.
10997986 String Orchestra . . . . . . A 75.00
10997987 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .11.00
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