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POP, SHOW & MOVIE MUSIC medium & medium-advanced /
LIGHT CONCERT SELECTIONS very easy
The Theory of Everything—Johann Johann-
sson/arr. Robert Longfield. The acclaimed
movie "The Theory of Everything" is a poignant
look at the life of renowned scientist Stephen
Hawking. The accompanying award-winning
soundtrack by Johann Johannsson beautifully
sets the tone and mood for the film. Exploring
a variety of scoring techniques and tonal colors,
it's a marvelous adaptation for the concert stage.
10543864 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 50.00
10543865 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
This Is Halloween—Danny Elfman/arr.
James Kazik. From Disney and Tim Burton's
hit film "The Nightmare Before Christmas,"
Danny Elfman's quirky, spooky tune is a
terrific program choice for both Halloween and
holiday-themed concerts. Students will be
thrilled to perform this memorable tune.
10558284 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 50.00
10558285 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
This Is Me (from The Greatest Showman)—
Benj Pasek & Justin Paul/arr. James Kazik.
From the standout musical drama film "The
Greatest Showman," This Is Me celebrates the
spirit that was P.T. Barnum and recognizes the
birth of show business. A driving rock tune from
Broadway sensations Pasek and Paul makes
terrific pop programming for string orchestras.
10910196 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 55.00
10910201 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
A Thousand Years—arr. Larry Moore. This
smash-it movie soundtrack song by Christina
Perri is now avaible for string orchestras.
The simplistic beauty will motivate students,
while the optional piano and drumset will add
to its authenticity.
10461642 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . .M 50.00
10467466 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Thriller—arr. Larry Moore. Michael Jackson's
iconic song is a powerful, infectious groove that
has defined his phenomenal success. Your
students will want to perform this terrific version
by Larry Moore that captures all the excitement
of Michael's landmark video.
10077744 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 50.00
10077745 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Thriller—Rod Temperton/arr. Soon Hee
Newbold. Don't miss out on this perfect
showstopper, an iconic string arrangement
of the smash hit Thriller! Soon Hee Newbold
created numerous performing options, either
with strings alone or with the optional drum
set, electric bass, and synth parts. Options for
narration and choreographed zombie dancing
are included! Endless amounts of fun! (4:30)
11511860 String Orchestra . . . . MA 80.00
11511939 Additional Score . . . . MA 10.00
Victorious—arr. Larry Moore. Recorded by
pop group Panic! At the Disco, this hit tune
features a strong melody and a driving pulse.
It's an uplifting anthem for any performance or
celebration event.
10626161 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 50.00
10626162 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Vivaldi Rocks—Mark Wood. Combining the
traditional Baroque style and rock and roll, this
piece for solo violin and orchestra will dazzle
the concert hall. This exciting piece works
great with strings alone, but it also includes a
piano part. Other rhythm section parts can be
improvised. (2:30)
11400648 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 65.00
11400649 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Waving Through a Window (from Dear
Evan Hansen)—Benj Pasek & Justin Paul/
arr. Larry Moore. Waving Through a Window
from huge successful and moving stage
show Dear Evan Hansen has been praised
by critics and embraced by Broadway
lovers. The contemporary pop/rock score
is engaging and memorable, and ideal for
school music programming.
10910851 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 50.00
10910852 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
West Side Story—Leonard Bernstein/arr.
John Moss. Four of the most memorable songs
from Bernstein & Sondheim's masterpiece
have been crafted into a dramatic showcase
for your strings: Maria; One Hand, One Heart;
Cool and Somewhere. This could be the
highlight of your performance!
2475748 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 65.00
2480300 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 7.50
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory—
Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newly/arr. Robert
Longfield. This 1971 movie was brought to
magical heights with the timeless songs of
Bricusse and Newley. The film and story
have become classic, and even with today's
audiences, the music speaks to all ages.
Includes: The Candy Man; Oompa Loompa
and Pure Imagination.
10062565 String Orchestra . . . . . .M 50.00
10062567 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Light Concert
Selections
Very Easy
Aliens in the Attic—Tyler Arcari. Aliens are
attacking... from the attic! Your beginning
orchestra will love this fun programmatic work.
Violins and violas play tense staccato ostinatos
while the cellos and bass play an ominous
melody below before the upper strings take
the melody with the low strings sawing heaving
eighth notes. Throw in some great sound
effects and a few whirly tubes and you have
a hit that the audience and musicians won't be
able to get enough of!
11392928 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
Alpha Dog—Heather Hoefle. Your elementary
orchestra will want to keep practicing this
rockin' tune over and over. Written in E minor
using only the first six notes of the D major
scale and with an energetic drum set part,
this piece will be the highlight of your young
orchestra's next concert!
11573152 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
Clog Dance—Elliot Del Borgo. Super fun for first
year players! Elliot really knows what beginners
are capable of and this piece lets them have fun
doing what they can, while really making some
music. Lots of open string fifths will help your
group sound great and feel successful.
2334324 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .48.00
Concerto for Triangle—Mike Hannickel.
Here's a unique way to add some fun to
your program. Staged with a featured player,
this piece unfolds with numerous missed
opportunities for the triangle soloist (maybe
a local celebrity, like the principal, mayor, or
a special teacher), and culminates with a big
finish concerto style.
10185485 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .35.00
Fancy Fiddles—arr. Mark Williams. This
skillful arrangement is based on the American
square dance tune, Come Dance, Josey.
Mark Williams has simplified the rhythms but
preserved the vitality and energy of a good old-
fashioned square dance. Your elementary level
group will sound great on this one!
2266153 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .48.00
Frog in a Tree—arr. Edmund Siennicki. Here's
a lively fiddle tune that students will enjoy. It
offers lots of eighth notes, and opportunities to
work on open double stops.
2318913 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .46.00
House of Untold Horrors—Lauren Bernofsky.
This work uses narrator and easy-to-perform
string "special effects" to tell the horrific but
comical story of Willoughbus Wallaby, a ghostly
house and its resident kitty! Your audience will
be amazed by the sounds your orchestra will
make! This piece is ideal for orchestras with
some students who are not yet able to use
their bow (or in some cases, don't even know
fingerings yet!). Sure to be one of the highlights
of your next program, regardless of what time
of year you perform it!
10066331 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
March of the Metro Gnome—Fred Hubbell.
An easy novelty piece that students love to
play. Recorded by Michigan State University
Orchestra on the CD, Teaching Music
Through Performance in Orchestra Volume
1 - Pepper #5973728.
549097 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .48.00
Mechanical Monsters—Randall Standridge.
Shambling creatures made of metal come to
life in this eerie offering for beginning orchestra.
This energetic piece utilizes only the first six
notes of the D major scale while also carefully
introducing F natural, teaching students there
is a world beyond high two. Playful interplay
of eighth notes, metallic percussion, and
moments for the players to hiss and knock
rhythms on their instruments combine to great
effect in this work that is sure to grab your
players' attention.
11521158 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
Pepperoni Pizza Rock—Brian Balmages.
A mouth-watering teaching piece that
introduces common rhythmic phrases and a
little improvisation (complete with guide notes)!
Doubled voices and simple optional drum set
make a comfortable groove for students, while
taking their creativity "off the page."
10307084 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . .45.00
The Pirate's Apprentice—Caryn Wiegand
Neidhold. "Ahoy, ye mateys!" Your beginning
string players will love this pirate-inspired piece
written in dramatic E minor. The lilting time will
have your musicians and audiences dreaming
of adventure on the high seas. Perfect for your
beginning orchestra's first concert!
11501911 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
Rock the City—Caryn Wiegand Neidhold.
Engage even your youngest players with this
awesome rock tune using the notes of the
D scale. Fun and approachable, it features
contemporary harmonies, layered rhythms,
and catchy melodies. Second violins and
violas get a chance to clap to the beat, while
optional piano and drum set uplift this driving
rock anthem.
11574002 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
Sharp Attack!—Tyler Arcari. Make every
week "sharp week" with your beginning string
students. This clever and fun teaching piece
helps students remember their sharps! Every
sharp is clearly indicated to reinforce how
accidentals come before the note. The key
of B minor brings intensity to the work, and
adding the optional household percussion only
enhances the excitement.
11501877 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
String Care & Parts
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11194491 Red,
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11194492 Bass Buggie
Cushion . . . . . . . . . . 15.00
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