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ORIGINAL CONCERT WORKS medium-easy
Shaker Variations (Simple Gifts)—Various/
arr. Jim Palmer. Shaker Variations by Jim
Palmer is a theme and variations on the familiar
Shaker melody "Simple Gifts." Each section
has the opportunity to play musical lines and
a variety of styles. Rich harmonies will create a
mature orchestral sound, and a strong ending
makes this piece a great opener or closer for
any concert or festival performance. (3:45)
11511849 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11511928 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Shimmering Daydreams—Larry Clark.
Enchant audiences with peaceful thoughts
with this lush and lyrical work. It evokes
contemplative thoughts with a bit of longing
and a sense of melancholy, yet is hopeful
at the same time. Young musicians will be
stretched to express themselves musically by
learning phrasing, legato technique, and tone.
Low first and second fingering patterns are also
reinforced. Violin 1 solo and optional piano part.
11501879 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .65.00
11501880 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Short Order Cooks—David Bobrowitz. A short
order cook is a professional who cooks and
serves food rapidly and to order. They often
work on a large flat-top griddle and work on
multiple orders at a time. It is estimated that there
are over 150,000 short order cooks in the USA.
During a busy eating time, these cooks work with
great speed under lots of pressure. The music
captures the constant energy of the job.
11518926 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
11518927 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Shudder to Think—Doug Spata. The bows
will be shuddering as your students dig into
aggressive sixteenth rhythms. Long melodic
lines over driving rhythmic figures propel
this dramatic composition and will inspire
your students to practice. Perfect for concert
or contest!
11502021 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .65.00
11502080 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
The Siege—Christian A. Williams. Feel the
intensity and anticipation of attack in this
exciting work for intermediate string orchestra!
A battle-march rhythm persists beneath
a determined and resolute melody in the
upper strings. Set in the dark key of E minor
with interesting parts for all sections, the set
includes Viola parts in treble clef and Violin 2
parts in alto clef for ensemble flexibility.
10981273 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .47.00
10981274 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 . . . . . . . . .49.00
11339423 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Soulprints—Brett William Dietz. This dynamic
three-movement work explores concepts of the
human soul and spirituality using lyrical lush
settings and fierce driving rhythms. It can be
performed as a suite or in separate movements.
11519234 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .65.00
11519235 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .15.00
Sparks—Chris M. Bernotas. Light up the
concert hall with energy and excitement! A
variety of textures and techniques are featured
while everyone in the string orchestra has an
important role. Well suited as a concert closer
or festival piece, your students will want to play
this one again and again.
10872143 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .49.00
10872144 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Spartacus—Brian Balmages. Return to the
time of the Roman Empire and Spartacus!
The opening signifies the harsh life of a
gladiator while a fast, energetic section
pays homage to his brilliance as a military
tactician. Explosive rhythms, memorable
melodies, and innovative harmonies all
combine to make this piece unforgettable!
Thrilling and highly recommended!
10047935 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
10047936 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Struggle in the Shadows—Brian Balmages.
This powerful work tackles the issue of bullying
in schools from the perspective of a student.
Making use of a quartet within the ensemble
(either a standard quartet or two violins and two
cellos), the piece moves between the voices
of the lonely and their experiences. From
moments of solitude to anguish and hope,
this piece seeks to bring light to an issue that
continues to plague schools worldwide.
10996017 String Orchestra
with Piano . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
10996018 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Swashbucklers Saga—Chris Thomas. In
a classic pirate jig style, this music explores
6/8 meter with brisk marcato bowings. A
contrasting romantic lyrical section features
soaring melodies amid lush harmonies before
the energetic jig returns.
10592169 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
10592170 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Sweet New Moon—Yukiko Nishimura.
A beautifully heartfelt work for young musicians,
with lush harmonies and suspensions that will
stretch the musicianship of the performers.
A thoughtful, meditative work, perfect for your
concert program.
11100109 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11100110 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Terra Nova—Richard Meyer. From the opening
measures to a driving finish, this exceptional
work keeps everyone's attention and gives
your developing group a new level of maturity!
Featuring a contemporary, "hip" sound,
infectious modal melodies and changing meter
signatures, this also gives every section a
chance in the spotlight. Teaching opportunities
abound as your students explore low finger
patterns (Bb and F naturals), dynamic contrast,
accents, syncopation, balance, and rhythmic
independence. An excellent choice!
10280288 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
10280290 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
The Reel Deal—Chris M. Bernotas. Sure to
be a favorite, this exciting original reel lies well
in the key of D major. Surprising harmonies
add to the originality of this piece. All of the
instruments get a chance to play the melody,
and clear fingerings and bowings have been
added throughout. The optional cajon creates
an authentic Irish feel. A perfect closer to any
festival or concert!
11347167 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .65.00
11347168 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Thundersnow!—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. The
title says it all - driving eighth notes, tense
melodies, and sudden impacts will have your
ensemble and audience believing they are in
the middle of an intense and fierce blizzard. All
sections have memorable parts. Excellent for
teaching dynamics, accents, and eighth notes.
11392948 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11392949 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
Time Traveler—Steve Parsons. A catchy and
mysterious melody is passed around in various
settings and textures from a cello section
feature under pizzicato high strings to violins
soaring in octaves. Creative orchestrations give
this piece a feeling of adventure and a sense
that you are up against the clock. Great for
teaching dynamics and articulations.
11392952 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11392953 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.00
To the Moon and Back—Michael Kamuf.
Beautiful melodies and rich harmonies
make To the Moon and Back an excellent
lyrical work for your young string orchestra.
All sections will shine as melodic material is
passed through the ensemble in this highly
expressive piece by composer Michael
Kamuf. An outstanding choice for concert
and festival performances! (3:00)
11511861 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11511940 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Tour of Ireland—arr. Caryn Neidhold. Take a
musical tour of the Emerald Isle. Three popular
Irish tunes come to life for string orchestra with
melody in all parts. From silky-slow to fiery-
fast, Tour of Ireland begins with the stately and
poignant, The Wren. Next, the tempo jumps
for a buoyant Kerry Polka, followed by a racing
The Wind That Shakes the Barley, with a final
tempo push to a flying ending.
11518930 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .45.00
11518931 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Troubled Waters—Kevin Sluder. Set sail
on a stormy adventure with this exciting and
challenging piece. With a tonality that is
exclusively in D minor, the ensemble gets to
experience the ups and downs of navigating
rough seas through the sounds of the waves
rising and crashing in the melodies. This
piece is perfect for string orchestras seeking
to enhance their technique with the lowered
second finger for upper strings, and cellos and
basses will be challenged with a new accented
motif. Blocked rhythms in the other sections
create a cohesive and thrilling performance,
and students of all levels will have the
opportunity to shine with various leading roles
throughout. Let your students embrace the
adventure, tackle the challenges, and watch
their skills and confidence grow!
11522081 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
11522107 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Turning Point—Robert Longfield. This
impressive concert work is bold, contemporary
writing for today's string orchestras. In concert
overture style, it has all the elements that will
entice your students to do their very best.
With modal harmony, a driving rhythmic main
theme, contrasting lyric section and skilled
string orchestration, Turning Point is an ideal
program choice.
10317565 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
10317566 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
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