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STRING
ORCHESTRA
CLASSICAL
Salvation Is Created—Pavel Chesnokov/arr.
Deborah Baker Monday. Based on the stunning
choral work, this powerful yet approachable lyrical
arrangement works exceptionally well for younger
groups yet is quite appropriate for advanced
ensembles as well. An optional timpani part takes
this to the next level. (2:45)
11568693 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Sinfonia—G.P. Telemann/arr. Bob Mathews.
The dramatic arrangement of this Baroque work
features winding, chromatic harmonies, crisp
rhythms, and dynamic ebbs and flows. It's a
perfect introduction both to this amazing composer
and to Baroque style.
10458731 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Spring (From "The Four Seasons")—Antonio
Vivaldi/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. Here's a
crowd pleaser you've been waiting for! Vivaldi's
energetic "Spring" is arranged with simplified
rhythms and all parts in first position, while
retaining all the bright excitement of the original
work. A must for your young string players.
2308088 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
M E D I U M - E ASY
Absolutely Beethoven (Mashup)—Ludwig van
Beethoven/arr. Tyler Arcari. This clever mashup
of popular Beethoven works including Allegro con
brio from Symphony No. 5; Fur Elise; Egmont
Overture and Ode to Joy from Symphony No. 9
has been carefully orchestrated for the developing
string orchestra. A wonderful collection of timeless
classics not always accessible to younger
orchestras.
11561628 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Adagietto (from Symphony No. 5)—Gustav
Mahler/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. This incredibly
expressive movement has been skillfully adapted
for developing string orchestras by Carrie Gruselle.
Including a simplified harp part playable on piano
or synthesizer, Adagietto is a great vehicle for
developing musicality.
2375517 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 (Second Move-
ment)—J.S. Bach/arr. Todd Parrish. This energetic
second movement from Bach's famed Branden-
burg Concerto No. 3 has been skillfully arranged
to be more accessible to the developing string
ensemble. Remaining in the key of G major,
this piece has been rescored from the original
compound meter of 12/8 to simple 3/4 time,
allowing both conductor and players to more easily
manage the pulse. All instruments get moving
parts with vigorous melodies and countermelodies
while the original solos have been integrated into
the sections. An excellent introduction to a classic
piece of Baroque repertoire.
11559089 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
Dance of the Tumblers (from "Snow Maiden")—
Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov/arr. Sandra Dackow.
The title leaves no doubt as to the character and
energy of this piece! Developing orchestras will
sound as symphonic and colorful as possible, while
more advanced ensembles can add brilliance by
exceeding the indicated tempo marking.
2252443 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
In the Hall of the Mountain King—Edvard Grieg/
arr. Deborah Baker Monday. The ever-popular
Grieg classic is a natural in this carefully edited
version for string orchestra! Keeping as true
to the original as possible, this arrangement is
exceptionally dramatic and lets your musicians
bring this Norwegian legend to life. A perennial
audience pleaser!
2444057 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
In Winter—Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Todd Parrish.
This creative arrangement develops the iconic
rhythmic motif from the first movement of Vivaldi's
Winter from "The Four Seasons." Arpeggiated
patterns in the lower strings realize the implied
harmonies from the original score, spreading this
energetic rhythm throughout all the sections of
the orchestra. Students will have the opportunity
to refine staccato bow technique and play with
balance between parts in the key of G minor, with
just a few easy accidentals. This imaginative take
on a classic winter theme is suitable for winter
concerts or any other time of year.
11559088 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Inverno (Scenes from Vivaldi's "Winter")—
Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Todd Parrish. This work uniquely
transforms the beauty of the second movement of
Vivaldi's famous "Winter" concerto and weaves
it into the excitement of the first movement. The
perfect selection for your winter concert!
10444015 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Themes from The Moldau—Bedrich Smetana/
arr. Robert S. Frost. An excellent rehearsal/
performance selection which will be very beneficial
in building maturity in your string players.
2098705 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
O Abre Alas (Brazilian Carnival March)—
Chiquinha Gonzaga/arr. Deborah Baker Monday.
Gonzaga left her mark in Brazilian culture as a
respected composer, conductor, and pianist.
Inspired by the marching rhythms of paraders
during a Brazilian carnival, this string arrangement
perfectly portrays a work originally for voices and
keyboard. True to Brazilian choro music, it's all
about virtuosic and catchy rhythms.
11563662 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Ocean Storm (La Tempesta di Mare)—Antonio
Vivaldi/arr. Tom Fritz. Feel the power of "The
Tempest Of The Sea" (Vivaldi) in this work for
strings. Ascending and descending passages
with much call and response depict the swells
of the storm, while reinforcing string crossings,
accidentals, and a variety of bow articulations.
First violins shift to third position.
2473591 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Reverie for String Orchestra—James Corigliano.
A thoughtful lyric movement for strings, Reverie
continues to be a favorite of orchestra directors,
particularly as an expressive program piece for
festival and contest. This work offers plenty of
opportunities to present dramatic and sensitive
musical expression from the entire ensemble.
2041929 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
The Rite of Spring (Introduction; Dance of the
Young Maidens; Ritual of the Rival Tribes)—
Igor Stravinsky/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. Igor
Stravinsky's monumental score to "The Rite of
Spring" changed the landscape of orchestral music
forever, and this landmark work is now available
to younger students who want to experience the
intense and raw drama of the original! Featuring
music from the first act, this arrangement is
absolutely stunning yet very achievable. (3:20)
11568701 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Rondeau (from "Abdelazer Suite")—Henry
Purcell/arr. Deborah Baker Monday. The famous
theme from Purcell's Rondeau, also well-known
from Britten's use in The Young Person's Guide
to the Orchestra, is expertly arranged to engage
all sections of the orchestra while staying true to
the original. A perfect addition at any point in the
concert without overly taxing the orchestra yet still
offering a tremendous sound.
11399670 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
