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FOLK & MULTICULTURAL very easy / easy
Folk & Multicultural
Very Easy
Angeline the Baker—arr. Jim Palmer. This
well-known American fiddle tune is great for
young string ensembles. Students will enjoy
an introduction to easy shuffle technique, the
interesting bass line, and melodies passed to
every section of the orchestra.
11200418 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .45.00
An Appalachian Carol—arr. Janelle Zook
Cunalata. Based on the traditional spiritual
Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow, this lively
carol combines Appalachian folk style with
the joy of the season. Students will learn call-
and-response form and alternating melody and
accompaniment. Syncopated rhythms, steady
bass line, and old-time fiddle riffs will transport
players and audiences to the snowy Smoky
Mountains for a winter celebration. Includes
violin 3 (viola in treble clef) and alternate viola
(violin 2 in alto clef) parts for flexible ensembles.
10846050 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .42.00
Ash Grove—Michael Hopkins. Your students
will love playing this arrangement of the
traditional Welsh folk song! Written at the very
easy level, all the parts have an interesting
variety of material. This is an excellent piece to
teach bow distribution and control. An optional
piano part is included.
10023956 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .48.00
Celtic Dance—Mark Williams. Young string
players will love getting a hold of this playable
original dance in the Celtic style. Written in E
dorian mode, the work uses only the notes of
a one-octave D major scale, and makes a fine
introduction to modal harmonies.
2442465 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .46.00
De Colores—Traditional/arr. Douglas E.
Wagner. Offering variety and multicultural
flavor, this upbeat, joyous folk song will be
at home on any concert program. Though
scored for less-experienced players, there is
a remarkable fullness and sophistication to the
overall ensemble texture.
10453848 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . .46.00
Jasmine Flower—arr. Douglas Wagner. Here
is a very beautiful setting of the traditional
Chinese folk song Molihua. This tune is a vital
part of Chinese New Year celebrations and
was featured at the 2004 Summer Olympics.
The soothing pentatonic melody is reminiscent
of the simple beauty of the lovely white jasmine
blossom and its delightful scent. Players
will encounter no technical impediments
in performance. The independent piano
accompaniment and optional percussion
create the perfect musical landscape for this
multicultural offering. Very nice!
10014643 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . .46.00
Lakota Courting Song—arr. Devon Morales.
Based on a traditional Lakota melody originally
written for flute, this unique arrangement has
a haunting melody based on the D pentatonic
scale which is passed to all sections. Players
will practice simple rhythms, dynamics, easy
independent parts, and pizzicato. Basses briefly
shift into fourth position. Optional piano part.
11355504 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .35.00
Les Matadors—Ignatius Sancho/arr. Dion
Morales. An English country dance from
Ignatius Sancho's Minuets Cotillons & Country
Dances, the two-part writing in D major for
this string orchestra arrangement explores
interesting dynamics and conversations
between groups of two instruments. Accents
and skips hold the students' attention as they
learn 2/4 time.
11399801 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .35.00
Lotus Dance—Kathryn Griesinger. Graceful
flower dances are a beautiful part of Asian
culture, illustrated here with a flowing theme
in first position. Beginning ensembles will find
this work very playable, with simple rhythms
and melodies based on the D major and G
major scales. Exotic pentatonic harmonies and
gentle pizzicato accompaniment float like a
lotus blossom in an ancient Chinese garden.
10739248 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .48.00
Seven International Rounds—arr. Lynne
Latham. These rounds from Germany,
England, Scotland, Latin America, Israel, and
Australia are completely compatible with first-
year method books. All are in beginner-friendly
keys, have simple rhythms, use hooked bows
or two-note slurs, and will help your students
learn to play independently.
11206039 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .40.00
Two German Folk Songs—arr. Bob Phillips.
Based on the two well-known folk songs, Lighty
Row and Song of the Wind, and using only the
notes on the D and A strings, this fun and
playful arrangement is the perfect choice for
beginning orchestra. Simple repeating eighth
notes along with dynamics, staccato, detache,
and pizzicato are reinforced. Violin 2 and viola
are doubled throughout. There is some melodic
independence between the cello and bass.
A must-have!
11355004 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
Un, Deux, Trois, Quatre!—arr. Bob Phillips.
A fun and easy medley of four French folk songs
that provides opportunities for cross-cultural
study. Challenge your orchestra to see how fast
they can play the exciting cancan finish!
11202710 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
Folk & Multicultural
Easy
16th Suite—arr. Andrew H. Dabczynski. A
set of four contrasting folk tunes introduces
common 16th-note patterns to beginning
students. This concert etude allows students
to practice each pattern in different contexts:
melodies, accompaniments, and a variety of
simple meters and keys. Whether performed
as a suite or as individual movements, this
suite will enhance any concert program while
developing essential skills.
11511789 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
A la Media Noche (At Midnight)—arr. Bob
Lipton. Celebrate the holiday season with this
fiery and exciting traditional Puerto Rican carol.
This very playable arrangement is a perfect
concert opener or closer that will have your
audiences dancing in the aisles.
10310556 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .49.00
Ai Hai Yo—arr. Tyler Arcari. This Chinese
folk song is used as a blessing for a bountiful
harvest and a good year. Folk songs speak
to the common person. Hardships and hope
abound when we all realize that something as
simple as a few notes in time can bridge the gap
of thousands of years of cultural differences and
distance across our large planet.
11100033 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
American Fiddle Medley—arr. Bob Phillips.
Bring out the cowboy hats and bandanas for
this fantastic arrangement of everyone's favorite
fiddle tunes! Perfect for young players or as a
quick play-down finale for older players, this
medley will soon become a favorite that you
will hear them playing before class begins. All
sections play the melodies providing interest and
a chance to work on dynamics. Performance
recommendations to help make the tunes sound
"fiddley" are provided in the score.
10066962 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .45.00
Atishbaji (Fireworks)—Doug Spata. An
exciting selection with Indian flavor! Fireworks
are central to the traditional autumn Diwali
celebration, the Hindu festival of lights. Featuring
approachable rhythms and notes, this lively
and vivid piece also reinforces low-one finger
patterns. Represent Diwali at holiday concerts
or anytime to add a touch of world music to
the concert program. Optional percussion adds
even more color and style. Includes violin 3 (viola
in treble clef) and alternate viola (violin 2 in alto
clef) parts for flexibility.
10846052 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . .47.00
Be Thou My Vision—arr. Robert Frost.
Everyone should get the chance to play this
beautiful folk tune, which is also an Irish hymn.
Set in the key of C with a nice modulation to G,
this keeps everyone in their most comfortable
ranges and brings out a rich and full sound.
This setting is suitable for all situations, sacred
or secular.
2476232 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .48.00
Cancion del Amor—Tim McCarrick. An
outstanding original tune inspired by love
songs of the Mexican countryside. Optional,
very simple guitar, piano, and percussion parts
are included. This one will be fun for all and is a
great way to include those garage band players
in your school.
10310300 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . .46.00
Celtic Air and Dance—arr. Michael Sweeney.
A wonderful adaptation of the traditional Celtic
folk songs The Parting Glass and Tha Mi
Sigth (A Fairy's Love Song) for young string
orchestra and optional percussion. A pleasing
combination of sonority and dance!
11415175 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .40.00
Celtic Suite—Traditional/arr. Kathy L.
Fishburn. Two beautiful folk melodies in the
graceful style of Celtic music. Including Bonnie
Doon and The Minstrel Boy, contrasts between
the movements make this an interesting
concert and festival selection. And, the low
strings get several chances at carrying the
melody. Includes optional harp/piano part.
Newly engraved for this 20th anniversary
commemorative edition.
2353712 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .45.00
Danza Latina—Brian Balmages. The ultimate
in performance flexibility! Written for a
professional Venezuelan-born violist, this work
draws inspiration from the passionate dance
rhythms of Latin America. Ideal for young
orchestras who are interested in featuring
a soloist, the piece includes both advanced
and easy solo parts for viola or violin. Easy
percussion parts really add flair and sizzle!
10047927 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional
with Solo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Down By The Salley Gardens—Traditional/
arr. Jim Palmer. This beautiful Irish folk song
arrangement features a wide dynamic range
and beautiful sustained phrases. This piece will
challenge your students to find their expressive
musical voice. The enchanting melody is
supported by rich harmonies and interesting
accompaniments. Sure to make string
orchestras of all levels sound full and mature.
10872104 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
Ewe, Thina (We Walk His Way)—arr.
Deborah Baker Monday. Pronounced "Away
Tina," a little bit of syncopation goes a long
way in this fun arrangement of the South
African folk tune for Grade 2 strings. Students
will play pizzicato, clap and tap, lead and
follow, and bow the fun rhythm patterns. Cellos
will also love strumming some simple chords.
The relaxed tempo is the perfect opportunity to
learn the art of subdividing. The notes are very
accessible in the keys of G major and D major.
10752114 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .52.00
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Scarborough Fair—
Traditional/arr. Brian Balmages.
10091946 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Celtic Dance—Mark Williams.
2442465 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . VE 46.00
Loch Lomond—
Traditional/arr. Noah Klauss.
955013 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . E 48.00
Celtic Suite—
Traditional/arr. Kathy L. Fishburn.
2353712 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
Be Thou My Vision—arr. Robert Frost.
2476232 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . E 48.00
Stone Mountain Stomp—Carl Strommen.
2472094 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . E 53.00
De Colores—
Traditional/arr. Douglas E. Wagner.
10453848 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional. . . . . . . VE 46.00
Where the River Shannon Flows—
James I. Russell/arr. Brian Balmages.
10877071 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . E 40.00
Two German Folk Songs—
arr. Bob Phillips.
11355004 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
Zira! Zira!—arr. Kathryn Griesinger.
11175184 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional. . . . . . . . E 49.00
