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ORIGNAL CONCERT WORKS medium-easy
The Random Rumba—David Bobrowitz. Fun
for any concert, any time of the year. The catchy
melody with dance rhythm accompaniment will
keep all the players engaged, and the audience
will enjoy the change of pace.
11570768 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .45.00
11570844 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 6.00
Rise of the Olympians—Brian Balmages.
Follow in the footsteps of Olympians and
experience the strength, passion and
commitment of these incredible athletes. The
soft, rich opening foreshadows the powerful
music that follows. Aggressive rhythms
are juxtaposed with soaring melodies and
harmonic moments filled with tension and
release. An exciting work with film score
qualities and an optional harp part.
10877057 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
10877058 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
River Valley Waltz—Katie O'Hara LaBrie.
Inspired by a drive through Shenandoah
National Park in late autumn, this expressive
work is the perfect piece to help your
ensembles grow musically. The flowing,
memorable melodies, dynamics, and attention
to phrasing will inspire your students to perform
with expression and grace while developing
bow control and tone. Playable entirely in first
position (up to third position in bass). Optional
fingerings specifically meant to teach cellists
how to avoid open A are provided. (2:50)
11568645 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11568796 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
A Riverside Celebration—Brian Balmages.
Opening with a thriving energetic rhythm, this
exciting piece features a memorable dance-
like melody that will stay with the listener long
after the celebration is over. Moving through
simple meter changes that create additional
momentum, the various sections include
moments of slight restraint contrasted with
carefree fun. Get ready to experience the
soundtrack of one giant celebration!
10877027 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
10877028 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
Rosin Eating Zombies from Outer Space—
Richard Meyer. Don't miss this! If there is
one piece your developing orchestra will love
rehearsing and performing, it's this one! This
programmatic piece spins a tale of mayhem
and mischief as the rosin eating zombies take
over your stage complete with blood-curdling
screams, glissandos, ponticello and more.
All the eerie effects are clearly explained and
notated, so the only trouble you'll have is
getting your students to stop playing it. It's a
wild ride you won't want to miss!
2442739 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .56.00
5899455 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 9.00
Running with the Cheetahs—Cindy Hill. The
power and speed of the cheetah are captured
in this rousing minor-mode work with driving
pulses and shifting textures - an engaging
piece in every way for your students and
audience alike!
11572928 String Orchestra
opt. Piano or Harp. . . . . . . .55.00
11573027 Additional Score
opt. Piano or Harp. . . . . . . .16.00
Sea of Stars—Liam Ramsey-White. The
"Sea of Stars" on the island of Vaadhoo
in Maldives is famous for its unique
bioluminescence. As the waves break
against the shore, the water turns a sparkling
blue, appearing as stars reflected in the
water. The opening of this piece imitates
the shimmering water as a nostalgic motif
is presented by a solo cello over delicate
harmonics and tremolo. The piece swells,
ebbs, and flows with a beautiful theme that
ends as quietly and magically as it started.
11401210 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .55.00
11401211 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . 8.50
Serenade for String Orchestra—Norman
Leyden. Known for his thousands of film,
radio, and symphonic arrangements, prolific
composer Norman Leyden published this suite
for string orchestra in 1971. The four brief,
contrasting movements blend classical/baroque
tradition with stylistic harmonies popular to the
era. Movements include: I. Prelude II. Fugue III.
Nocturne IV. Cakewalk. An excellent choice for
intermediate ensembles.
10017851 String Orchestra
Set C (8, 8, 5, 5, 5) . . . . . . .95.00
10017861 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
10017863 Part Violin 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
10017866 Part Violin 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
10017865 Part Viola. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
10017862 Part Cello. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
10017864 Part Bass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00
2473308 String Orchestra
Set A (2, 2, 1, 1, 1) . . . . . . .35.00
4091872 String Orchestra
Set B (5, 5, 3, 3, 3) . . . . . . .60.00
Shadow Defenders—Katie O'Hara LaBrie.
From the first note of this thrilling piece, a
sense of suspense feeds an intense desire
to protect and avenge, leaving listeners to
wonder what is looming around the corner. Let
students imagine a world of possibilities in this
cinematic work while developing their skills with
independent rhythms, shifting, and interlaced
syncopations that propel this journey through
the shadows.
11399672 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .65.00
11399673 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10.00
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 . . . . . . . . .60.00
10981274 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
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 . . . . . . . . .60.00
11339423 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
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 ancient
Rome and the revolt of 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
Super Sleuth—Thom Sharp. Here's a funky
blues in the key of D minor with lots of call-and-
response action between sections to keep it
interesting. The melody and background ideas
are presented in variation form before coming
back together for the final refrain, ending with
the "sleuth-i-est" final chord. A drum set part
is included to give your performance an extra
kick. A fun exercise in fingering patterns.
11570775 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .50.00
11570851 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 . . . . . . . . .65.00
11100110 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
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
Terrestrial Fire—Kathryn Griesinger. In ancient
Mayan ruins, carvings of the jaguar are still
visible today. They tell a story of the powerful cat
whose eyes reflect in the night, leading it to be
named the "god of terrestrial fire." The energetic
motif in A minor follows the jaguar on a hunt
through the wild jungles with driving rhythmic
accompaniments in the cellos and basses. The
melody runs and leaps, shifting modally on its
way to a violin solo with percussive effects in
other sections. Dark and exciting!
11559095 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .70.00
11559135 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Tessellations—Sean O'Loughlin. Written in 3/4
with rhythmic accents and using minor melodies
with major second rubs and staccato to great
effect, this is an excellent introduction to both 3/4
and triple meter feel. A cinematic and exciting
addition to your next string concert program!
11562034 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .60.00
11562119 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
Three Woodland Dances—Jeffrey Hart.
This piece explores different landscapes
encountered on an outdoor adventure.
Playable as a suite or as stand-alone
movements, this engaging and accessible work
is an excellent tool to teach compound meter
and bowing technique.
11566688 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . .58.00
11566712 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 . . . . . . . . .60.00
11392949 Additional Score . . . . . . . . .10.00
