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ORIGNAL CONCERT WORKS medium-easy
Ariana—Peter Blair. This lush ballad rich in
jazz harmonies harkens back to the beautiful
string orchestrations from the classic albums of
Sinatra and Nat King Cole. A rare opportunity
for your musicians to explore this side of
orchestral playing.
11561636 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .65.00
11561688 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
At the Break of Day—Mekel Rogers. This
lyrical composition features minimal technical
requirements to achieve an evocative and lush
sound, allowing students to concentrate on
musicality while enjoying its melodious beauty.
11572908 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11573007 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .16.00
Barefoot Boogie—Lorrie Baum. Barefoot
Boogie is a lively piece written in the boogie-
woogie style that developed originally for
piano in African American communities
around the 1870s and progressed through
larger ensembles over time. The genre
sprang out of the blues primarily as dance
music. Barefoot Boogie offers a fun challenge
with a first exposure to playing in an early
jazz style. Walking bass lines throughout
will delight and challenge the bass players,
and all instruments have their turns at the
melody and opportunities for solos.Note to
DirectorsBarefoot boogie should be played with
a swing rhythm throughout. The solo section
between measures 49 and 72 can be repeated
for ad lib solos for any students (or directors)
brave enough to give it a go.
11566671 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11566695 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
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
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 . . . . . . . . .60.00
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 Video-Blue Ridge Reel
Multi Media Video -
Digital Or Audio
With Synchronization
Software Link . . . . . . . . . . .60.50
Blue Valley Spirit—Carlos Lalonde. Inspired
by the adventurous spirit of pioneers, this
intermediate string orchestra piece set in C
major and structured in ternary form portrays
the excitement of embarking on a new journey
through fast tempos, lively rhythms, and
energetic melodies. The lyrical middle section
offers a contemplative melody, evoking wonder
and reflection. The final section recaptures
the initial excitement with added confidence,
building to a joyous finale that celebrates the
adventurers' triumph.
11559082 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11559122 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
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 . . . . .80.00
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 . . . . . . . . .10.00
Chinese Folk Song Suite—arr. Chen Yi.
Originally set for vocal ensemble, three songs
from "A Set of Chinese Folk Songs" have been
thoughtfully arranged into a three-movement
suite for intermediate string orchestra, bringing
this beautiful Chinese folk music to even more
young musicians. The celebratory Fengyang
Song is from Anhui province, the lyrical love
song Flowing Stream is from Yunnan province,
and Mayila comes from the ethnic group known
as Kazakhs.
11500109 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11500386 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
Circle of Rhythm—Reynard Burns. Inspired
by the rhythms and melodies of African culture,
this inspiring original work features melodies
built around a four-bar rhythmic motif. Perfect
for teaching varying rhythm patterns to the
young middle school orchestra. All sections
are given the melody. Optional percussion part
for sogo or hand drum.
11339406 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11339407 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
The Code—Alan Lee Silva. Like the
underscore of an international spy movie, this
piece promises drama from the opening bar.
The evocative harmonies, plus tight moving
lines and syncopated rhythms, immediately
catch the ear. Pulsating eighth-note patterns
drive the piece all the way through to the
spirited conclusion. Sure to have everyone on
the edge of their seat.
10278001 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
10278003 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Colors of Home—Alan Lee Silva. A loving
portrait of life growing up in the pastoral
foothills of Northern California, Colors of
Home conveys a warm Americana feeling,
featuring beautifully nuanced melodic themes
and carefully crafted harmonies.
11100043 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .65.00
11100044 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Conquistador—Deborah Baker Monday.
A dramatic work with a hint of romance,
Conquistador! depicts the life and adventures
of the Spanish explorers. Rhythmic motives in
A minor provide a glimpse into life on the trail,
and the softer, lyrical section depicts a quiet
night under the stars. It's a great way to bring
history into the music rehearsal!
2703086 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .62.00
10005171 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Contrasts in E Minor—Francis Feese. This
unique and interesting work is divided into
three sections. It begins with a catchy, "spy-
sounding" opening theme, which is contrasted
with an emotional slower section, and ends
with an exciting 6/8 time signature galop
that features the lower strings. It is standard
string orchestra literature that comes highly
recommended for intermediate level groups.
2136216 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
6049142 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.50
Corozal Nights—Doug Spata. This exciting
Latin dance for intermediate orchestra features
approachable syncopation, catchy rhythms,
and low first-finger patterns in every section of
the orchestra. The exotic D minor tonality and
optional percussion parts add authentic Latin
flavor. The set includes viola parts in treble
clef and violin 2 parts in alto clef for ensemble
flexibility. A captivating concert selection!
10981242 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . .60.00
10981243 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Cosmic Odyssey—Dennis Eveland. Embark
on a cosmic journey with a thrilling musical
adventure for intermediate ensembles. This
captivating piece explores the mysteries of
the universe through dynamic melodies and
engaging rhythms. With its evocative themes
and lively energy, this out-of-this-world work will
transport performers and audiences alike to the
outer reaches of the imagination.
11574820 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11574840 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .11.00
Creatures—Brian Balmages. It's great for
year-round use, but would be especially
scary at Halloween. The composer describes
it as "a dark and sinister night full of strange
happenings and ghoulish encounters."
Opening with a menacing march as creatures
emerge from the darkness, dissonances soon
appear in upper strings, including the chance
to play any pitch in the chaos! Finally the
audience hears footsteps in retreat from the
coming dawn.
10027353 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
10027354 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Curse of the Rosin Eating Zombies—
Richard Meyer. The sequel to the popular
Rosin Eating Zombies From Outer Space!
Students and directors will enjoy giving blood
curdling screams, knocking on instruments,
and bowing behind the bridge for that iconic
"psycho sound." Pizzicato, tremolo, trills,
munching noises, and zombie-talk are sure to
be a scarily funny hit!
2472802 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .56.00
5976451 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
The Dance of Iscariot—Kirt N. Mosier. A
rhythmically-charged composition for students.
All parts playable in first position.
2382380 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .58.00
5630207 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Dance of the Shadows—Susan Day. This
dark and shadowy waltz elegantly weaves
a spell in D minor, dancing through a twisted
web of accidentals as it shifts and changes
to E minor. Players get to work on extended
and low-one finger patterns, slurs, and even
momentary syncopation as the haunted
melody floats from section to section, drifting
and descending chromatically, only to vanish
into thin air.
11559083 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11559123 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
Danse Estrange—Kirt N. Mozier. Take
a trip to South America and tango in the
streets of Venezuela. Your viola, cello,
and bass performers will love the rich
and singing melodies of their parts that
contrast beautifully with the percussive and
syncopated patterns of later sections. The
exotic harmonies are hypnotic.
11503691 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .65.00
11503747 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Danse Infernale—Elliot Del Borgo. Starting off
as a driving modal work, the "Infernal Dance"
soon turns to a warm cantabile middle section,
giving your strings a chance to show their
flexibility. Del Borgo uses string sonorities such
as harmonics, mutes, basic third position, and
more to get the most out of your orchestra.
2474323 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
2702595 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Danza Espanola—Bob Phillips. A perfect
rhythmic skill-builder, this exciting piece uses
classic Spanish rhythms and the famous
Andalusian chord progression found in the
music of Spain, Central and South America. All
sections get to play both the melody and the
driving accompaniment rhythms.
10872102 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
10872103 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
