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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS medium-easy
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
Adventure Awaits—Evan VanDoren.
Capture that exhilaration you feel at the start
of something new! Appropriately challenging
for the developing string orchestra, this concert
opener provides opportunities to explore lyrical
melodies, colorful harmonies, independent
entrances, and more. Start your next concert
with this energizing selection!
11524064 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .75.00
11524090 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
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
American Landscape—Soon Hee Newbold.
Soon Hee Newbold has created wonderful
music based on Gypsy music, Spanish music,
Asian music, and now turns to a more open
and rugged American sound, and succeeds!
Drawing from the diverse and unique scenes of
the United States, this soaring work pays tribute
to majestic mountains, vast plains, lush forests,
and more. Give your players a chance to capture
this evocative American sound. Breathtaking!
10008710 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
10008711 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Arith-Metric No. 1 for Strings (Full Flex - for
any combination of string instruments)—
Brian Balmages. An exciting piece that
explores self-paced developing music for any
combination of string instruments. Inspired by
Terry Riley's In C, the piece includes short
fragments that performers move through at
their own pace. Explore pacing, development,
and orchestration with this piece that works in
a variety of performance settings!
11219891 String Orchestra Full Flex. .45.00
Astral—Dion Morales. Embark on a celestial
journey through the cosmos with this ethereal
and captivating piece that transcends earthly
boundaries, weaving together shimmering
melodies, celestial harmonies, and otherworldly
textures to create a sonic tapestry that evokes
the vastness and mystery of the universe.
Surrender to the gravitational pull of a realm
where stars dance, galaxies collide, and the
music of the cosmos resonates in every note.
11518705 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
11518706 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Avalon Rising—Doug Spata. This dramatic
concert overture in D minor focuses on loure
bowing, part independence, and approachable
syncopation. The sweeping cinematic melodies
make for an exciting concert selection. Includes
extra parts for Viola in treble clef and Violin 2 in
alto clef for flexible ensembles.
11175139 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .49.00
11175140 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Ballad and Jig—Jeffrey Hart. Singingly
expressive melodies in G major allow the
orchestra to focus on playing in a connected
ballad style. A lively jig section features
energetic and memorable melodies in E dorian
and A mixolydian as well as engaging and
entertaining 6/8 syncopations. Give your top
players the spotlight with the included violin
and cello solos!
11510712 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
Battle Cry—Erica Donahoe. Embody the
warrior spirit! With heavy articulations and
driving rhythms, the piece should be played
mostly in the lower half of the bow with strong
accents and attention to articulation markings.
There's a brief moment of reflection where
students can use a more legato bow stroke
and explore vibrato. An exciting way to start
your concert!
11510713 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
Battle of the Bows—Chris Thomas.
Experience a contest of strength, bravery,
and determination. With constant momentum
and energy, the music explores a range of
articulations and dynamics as each section
competes for supremacy. Bravado, dynamic
contrast, independence, excitement - it's all
here and ready to showcase your orchestra!
11399632 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11399633 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00
Big Sky Overture—John Atteberry. Sweeping
melodies punctuated by energetic rhythmic
motives make this original overture perfect
for concert and contest. Observing traditional
overture form, the main theme is set first as a
chorale, then in a spirited allegro. Feature your
outstanding players with an optional violin and
cello solo! Emerging musicians utilize pizzicato,
shifting for violin 1, and polyphonic textures
over long crescendos to easily create a sound
that is mature and sophisticated.
11510714 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
Blue-Fire Fiddler—Soon Hee Newbold. This
kickin' fiddle tune is energetic, exciting and
fun. The fast and furious fiddling sounds much
harder than it really is. Riffs, finger patterns
and bowings are very idiomatic and lend
themselves to fast playing. This is sure to be
the hit of the concert!
2474322 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
9505195 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Blue Rhythmico—Kirt N. Mosier. Like the
title implies, there's a powerful rhythm and
some jazzy blue notes, nothing subtle here!
This original uses guitar-like riffs and a driving
ostinato bass line in the low strings to build up
to a powerful sound.
2481200 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .45.00
10000751 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Blue Ridge Reel (Full Flex - for adaptable
string ensemble)—Brian Balmages. This
musical homage to the Blue Ridge Mountains
is fully adaptable for flexible string orchestra
and will be an instant hit! Written in the style of
an Irish reel, this work reflects the influences of
bluegrass and even New Orleans march style.
The fusion culminates in a spirited groove for
your orchestra. Get out the washboards and
spoons and prepare to have a great time!
11219890 String Orchestra, Percussion
Optional Full Flex . . . . . . . .45.00
11300110 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
11166954 Multi Media Video - Digital Or
Audio With Synchronization
Software Link . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
British Isles Travelogue—arr. Sandra
Lentner. British Isles Travelogue features a
folksong from each of the four UK countries.
The Ash Grove from Wales highlights first
and second violin harmonies, followed by
the lively English Morris Dance. In Blue Bell
of Scotland, each section has its chance to
shine, accompanied by the droning bagpipe
fifths in the other parts. The Irish Sailors'
Hornpipe leaves listeners ready to dance a
jig and sends the more advanced violins to
third position.
11518914 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .45.00
11518915 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
A Can-Can Festival—Jacques Offenbach/arr.
Todd Parrish. In this multi-level arrangement
for string or full orchestra, both new and
experienced students get to enjoy the
excitement of Offenbach's famous dance.
The piece can be performed with strings
only, with parts for beginning, intermediate,
and advanced levels. Or, add optional
advanced wind, brass, and percussion parts
for a full orchestra concert- combined levels
or advanced players only. The perfect grand
finale to your pyramid concert that will motivate
young musicians with a great sense of pride
and accomplishment!
11500306 Multi-Level Orchestra . . . . .95.00
11500403 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.50
Cathode Rays—Matthew Gelfer. This original
work explores the dark and rich timbre of the
string orchestra. Heavily syncopated rhythms
and sharp dynamic contrasts drive the intensity
of this work, making it a clear choice for
engaging young musicians. Cathode Rays is
a great teaching piece for three and four-note
slurs as well as fingering patterns in the key of
A minor.
11393523 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11393524 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
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String Orchestra
Original Concert Works
Medium-Easy
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most
often by directors.
Legends of Glory—Kathryn Griesinger.
10568189 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10568190 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Thundersnow!—Katie O'Hara LaBrie.
11392948 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
11392949 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
(You Are) Amazing—Brian Balmages.
11349022 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
11349023 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Blue Rhythmico—Kirt N. Mosier.
2481200 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10000751 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00
Lullaby to the Moon—Brian Balmages.
10512574 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10512575 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Forever Joyful!—Brian Balmages.
10512564 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10512565 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Conquistador—Deborah Baker Monday.
2703086 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
10005171 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Terra Nova—Richard Meyer.
10280288 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10280290 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
A Glimpse of Winter—Tyler S. Grant.
11203080 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
11203081 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Colors of Home—Alan Lee Silva.
11100043 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
11100044 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
