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ORIGNAL CONCERT WORKS easy
Mind Games—Brian Balmages. This eerie
composition employs colors and harmonies
rarely found at this level. Based on harmonic
illusions where notes seem to drift out of
context, it introduces low-first fingerings in a
pedagogical way, encouraging students to
maintain a relaxed wrist. The cello section is
introduced to easy backward extensions, and
bass players see some simple first-finger
shifting. An extremely colorful work full of
imagery equally suited as a festival piece or
lighter work. (2:15)
11511834 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
11511913 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Miniature Mambo—Doug Spata. Written
entirely in pizzicato, all instruments have fun
and engaging parts in this fresh Latin-inspired
work. Reinforce dynamics and low second-
finger patterns. Percussion parts include
shaker and claves to add the perfect amount
of spice!
11393509 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
11393510 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
A Mission to Mars—Jeffrey Frizzi. A great
fast-paced and aggressive work for the string
ensemble presented in three sections full of
drama and intrigue. Driving rhythmic features
will keep your musicians engaged and ready to
play this one over and over.
11403522 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11403549 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Mohanam Hop—Cooper Ford & Manjula
Ramachandran. A light and fun South Indian
piece for young orchestra based on the
Mohanam raga, which uses the pitches of a
G pentatonic scale. The quarter-note rhythms
may seem simple as the melody passes
between sections, but players must be on
their counting game! Parts for second violin
and viola are doubled, as are cello and bass.
Optional percussion is also included. This
delightful piece will be enjoyable to play and
will open the door to the wonderful world of
Carnatic (South Indian) classical music. (2:00)
11568650 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11568801 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Momentous (for single or multi-level string
orchestra)—Brian Balmages. So many
performance options and combinations!
Equally suited as an opener or closer, this
Baroque-meets-contemporary festival-style
work has exceptional performance flexibility
as a multilevel or single-level work! Play it
entirely as a Grade 2 or play it as a Grade 1.
Or combine both - directors can add the Grade
1/2 parts which are based on open strings and
limited first finger. Innovative and exciting!
11399662 Multi-Level Orchestra . . . . .80.00
11399663 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00
Momentum—Robert Longfield. Here's a very
creative work in a simple ABA form that will show
your orchestra in the best light. It begins with a
driving rhythmic melody that generates a great
deal of intensity. As the "Momentum" begins to
slow, your first violin has a brief solo opportunity
to show off some lyrical playing over pizzicato
strings. The haunting melody moves toward a
glorious key change, and a brief passage for
solo string quartet gives a captivating change
of texture. It ends with a dramatic return to the
opening material. Very accessible and a great
addition to your next concert!
2701819 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
10020177 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Monster Mambo—Lauren Bernofsky. Just
add Latin percussion and stir for mambo
magic! Highlighting the bass section at first, all
sections of the orchestra pass around catchy
melodies and syncopated rhythms. The set
also includes Viola parts in treble clef and
Violin 2 parts in alto clef for greater ensemble
flexibility. An upbeat piece perfect for your
Halloween concert or any other time of year.
10981252 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . .60.00
10981253 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Moonlit Skies—Sean O'Loughlin. Moonlit
Skies is a dramatic work for young strings. Full
of lush harmonies and lyrical lines, this work
will stretch the musicality of young musicians
with its rubato feel and tempo variations. With
a solemn ending, this work is a great addition
to any concert.
11100090 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11100091 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
11357331 Video-Moonlit Skies Multi Media
Video - Digital Or Audio
With Synchronization
Software Link . . . . . . . . . . .49.50
More Than Heroes—William Owens. Celebrate
our everyday heroes with this original
composition. After a powerful and thought-
provoking opening, the orchestra takes off
with vibrant energy for the second half of the
piece, allowing students to explore a variety
of bow techniques and phrasing. Underlying
percussion and piano parts add to the gravitas
and power of the piece - sure to be a highlight
of any concert or festival performance!
11574005 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11574073 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Mountain Hymn—Janelle Zook Cunalata. You
can almost hear the choir in the background as
you listen to the sentimentally beautiful Mountain
Hymn. This work will give young musicians
practice with lyrical playing and expressive
dynamics, all within a piece in D major that falls
very easily on young musicians' fingers.
10568197 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
10568198 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Music for a Night Sky—Jorge L. Vargas.
Imagine yourself gazing up at the clear sky on
a warm, peaceful night. This piece includes a
moderately flowing waltz that begins reflectively
but then builds in complexity. It escalates to a
more joyful climatic sound before retreating
for a contemplative conclusion. Excellent for
teaching expressive playing.
11502015 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11502074 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Night Ride—Deborah Baker Monday. A
mysterious adventure awaits in this dramatic
piece for developing strings. Beginning with a
haunting four note motive, the music turns to a
pulsing bass line that gets the wheels in motion
for the exciting ride. Each section shares the
spotlight for short melodic statements that are
always supported by a strong counterpoint. A
truly thrilling piece!
10277995 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
10277997 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
Night Shift—Richard Meyer. Take a look
at this driving, modal composition that's
loaded with some great techniques! As the
title implies, early shifting is the main focus,
with pizzicato and easy 16th notes added for
variety. All around, this is an excellent and very
mature sounding piece for your young players!
2346344 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .46.00
2346351 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
Nightrider—Richard Meyer. This thrilling
piece is reminiscent of Schumann's character
pieces for young musicians. Written in a minor
mode, its melody reinforces F and C naturals
and gives young players more experience in
3/4 meter. The piece uses both A minor and
A major, and offers a chance at a simple col
legno bowing. Students will love the mysterious
tonality and driving rhythms. Highly entertaining
and educational at the same time!
2703076 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
10008881 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
On Guard!—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. Swords
at the ready! It's time to duel in this driving
work as strong accents ring out the sounds of
slashing swords and precise pizzicato echoes
the footwork of a fierce fencer. "On guard!"
11574004 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11574072 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
On the Open Seas—Susan H. Day. Seafaring
voyagers are always looking for their next
adventure on the open seas! This sea chantey
is written in E minor, 4/4 time, and features a
spirited, memorable melody, detache bowing,
easy rhythms, accents, pizzicato - and fun
for all! Bass and cello double, viola rhythms
double second violin rhythms throughout
for ease of teaching. Optional piano adds
harmonic color. Perfect for any concert
occasion, students and teachers will want to
keep performing this one! (2:00)
11400572 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
11400573 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Petite Tango—Casimer Kriechbaum. Optional
piano and percussion make this a truly fun work
for young strings! Recorded by Michigan State
University Orchestra on the CD, Teaching
Music Through Performance in Orchestra
Volume 1.
988287 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . .48.00
4957924 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Precipice—Matt Arnett. Reinforce dynamics
and dotted rhythms with this wonderful
programmatic piece. The effective rhythmic
tension will take you right up to the "precipice"!
11561627 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11561679 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
A Ray of Joy—Adrian Gordon. Heartwarming
and emotionally resonant, performers and
audiences alike will fall in love with this piece.
Employing an unhurried tempo, this peaceful
setting in the key of D major is accessible to
developing orchestras while promoting lyrical
and expressive playing in each orchestra
section. (3:10)
11568675 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11572034 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Ready the Castle—Jarod Hall. Tell the story
of a castle under siege! Introducing 6/8 meter
with only the most basic rhythm patterns and
a friendly range, the catchy melodies make
this piece a perfect choice for the young string
orchestra looking to make a bold statement.
11574007 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11574075 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
The Reel Deal—Mark Lortz. The lively and
energetic rhythms of this Celtic-inspired
dance music will captivate your audience. This
impressive-sounding piece is very playable and
will work at a variety of tempos.
11561624 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11561676 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Retake Rondo—John Dupuis. Retakes
have never been so much fun! Excellent for
teaching rondo form and classical-style playing
techniques, and appropriately scored, this is
the perfect addition to any concert program
this season!
11562312 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11562374 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Royal Proclamation—Mitchell Roth. Hear
ye! Hear ye! The king's court is in session
and coronation day is upon us. Masterfully
crafted to teach a variety of articulations,
your students will showcase stately staccato,
delicate legato, courtly hooked bows,
and strong accents that express both the
triumphant fanfare of the proclamation and
the delicate nuances of the celebration.
11574013 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11574081 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Sahara Crossing—Richard Meyer. Sounds
of a desert caravan are found in this fun and
exciting original by Richard Meyer. It's an
excellent piece to reinforce the tonal color
of low first finger notes (Eb and Bb). The
bouncing cello and bass parts and optional
tambourine and finger cymbal parts add just
the right exotic flavor. Wonderful!
2442523 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .46.00
5899471 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.00
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