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ORIGINAL WORKS
Shadow Fire—Randall Standridge. This dark,
driving and energetic E minor work is one your
students will ask for over and over! It's a great
piece for differentiation in your young orchestra.
Second violins and violas double while sticking to
the first six notes of the D scale. Cello, bass, and
firsts are introduced carefully to C naturals on the
A string, with basses remaining in first position. A
wide range of dynamics and engaging elements
like knocking on the wood of the violins add to the
intrigue of this exciting piece.
11521164 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Viking—Soon Hee Newbold. Take on the dynamic
spirit of the ancient Vikings in this energetic
piece! Open-string double stops, pizzicato, and
optional percussion create a dramatic sound
that will transport you into a legendary seafaring
adventure. Each instrument part is featured while
working on various bowing styles and dynamics.
Violins utilize low 2nd finger, while basses have
limited low 1s.
10454265 String Orchestra,
Percussion Optional . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Voyager—Soon Hee Newbold. Take flight
through the soaring melodic lines of this bold work
that lets your students' imaginations run wild.
Whether on the back of a hawk or on a journey
to space, this energetic piece keeps all sections
engaged rhythmically and melodically. A dynamic
key change adds to the adrenaline rush. Thrilling!
11195682 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
M E D I U M - E ASY
Abominable—Nicolás Repetto. What are those
footprints in the snow? Join the expedition in
search of the legendary Abominable Snowman
in this original string orchestra work. The piece
features a cinematic introduction that erupts into
an exciting, fast-paced ostinato as the expedition
gets underway. Filled with myriad teaching
techniques, this energetic work is fun for students
and audiences alike!
11537669 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
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
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
Dark Journey—Doug Spata. Students will love
the contemporary style as they explore a variety
of articulations, dotted rhythms, and offbeat
eighth notes. Every section gets a turn at playing
the melody, with special interest in the bass
section expanding the range in several positions.
Energetic staccato accompaniments push the
bold E minor theme to a triumphant conclusion.
11559084 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Fantasia on a Theme from Thailand—Richard
Meyer. This captivating work is a set of variations
on the Pong Lang Dance, one of Thailand's
most popular melodies. The pong lang is like
a xylophone with its wooden keys suspended
vertically on ropes, with the low notes on the upper
end and the high notes at the bottom. The melody
uses the pentatonic scale and is very simple in
nature. The variations expand on fragments of
the original tune in a variety of tempi and styles
that make each new change thrilling! After this
exploration, the original melody returns, gradually
gaining speed and energy as one would hear in a
traditional performance of this dance.
10015211 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Fantasy on "Aloha 'Oe"—Queen Lili'uokalani/
arr. Brian Balmages. This gorgeous fantasy is
based on the well-known Hawaiian song Aloha
'Oe, written by Queen Lili'uokalani. Translated as
"Farewell to Thee," it works extremely well both
as a lyrical portion of a program or as a part of
an emotional send-off to celebrate graduating
students. Beautiful harmonic twists are masterfully
intertwined in a work that is extremely accessible
to younger students yet sounds mature enough
to be enjoyed by more accomplished ensembles.
Absolutely stunning.
11511810 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Into the Shadows—Brian Balmages. Journey into
a place where shapes constantly shift as the light
moves, and nothing is quite as it seems. While very
approachable for intermediate orchestras, Into the
Shadows pushes harmonic boundaries and colors,
ushering in a new realm of sonic possibilities.
Creative, eerie, and exciting, this is Brian Balmages
as you have never heard him! (4:00)
11568697 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
La Bruja—Jorge Vargas. Tell the mischievous
tale of La Bruja ("the witch") in this wonderful
arrangement. A favorite with mariachi groups
due to its hauntingly beautiful melody, this is the
perfect introduction to folk songs from Veracruz.
The waltz-like melody countered with hemiolas
and traditional Mexican folk rhythms will definitely
make an impact on your students. The optional
guitar adds to the folk character and traditional
spirit of the work.
11521156 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Legends of Glory—Kathryn Griesinger. As
ancient voices recall tales of forgotten glory, a
sacred moment of reflection gives way to a stormy
battle in the cello and bass sections and builds to a
victorious key change to A minor. With just a little
third position in first violin, this is an accessible and
exciting work for developing players.
10568189 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Lullaby to the Moon—Brian Balmages. Many
fictional works portray the moon as a living being,
alone in space while looking at the Earth. This
lullaby honors this "living moon," portraying various
emotions including the loneliness of watching us
from space and the moments of comfort as the
moon proudly watches over us.
10512574 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Pieces of Eight—Richard Meyer. Look no further
for the perfect piece to introduce your students
to 6/8 meter! This cool-sounding, minor-key jig
uses only three basic 6/8 rhythms to give your
students the confidence they need to navigate
a too-often neglected time signature. Pieces of
Eight gives every section a turn at the fun and
catchy melody while the repeated patterns in the
accompaniments will reinforce students' reading
of the new rhythms.
10738921 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
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
Winterfall—Steve Parsons. This exquisite lyrical
work in D minor will evoke images of the beauty
of a cold winter landscape with lush harmonies,
beautiful melodies, and pleasing counterlines. The
piano part is a gorgeous part of the orchestration.
This piece will be perfectly at home at any
performance in any season!
11502019 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Wood Splitter Fanfare—Brian Balmages.
Inspired by the courage of a string player, this
will immediately command your audience's
attention! A thrilling fanfare with sweeping lines,
forceful rhythms, and counterpoint all in a short
grade 2.5 that is quite achievable! Your group
will sound like a symphony orchestra as the
music drives through several sections before
a flurry of chords bring the work to an exciting
conclusion. Intense!
10066346 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
