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Original Concert Works | Medium
A Can-Can Festival—Jacques Offenbach/
arr. Todd Parrish. In this multi-level
arrangement for string or full orchestra,
both new and experienced students get
to enjoy the excitement of Offenbach's
famous dance. The piece can be performed
with strings only, with parts for beginning,
intermediate, and advanced levels. Or,
add optional advanced wind, brass, and
percussion parts for a full orchestra concert
- combined levels or advanced players
only. The perfect grand finale to your
pyramid concert that will motivate young
musicians with a great sense of pride and
accomplishment!
11500306 String Orchestra
Multi-Level. . . . . . . . . . 80.00
11500403 Additional Score . . . . . . 9.50
A Chanukah Medley—David Bobrowitz.
This new, delightful, and playable medley
features three well known Chanukah
songs - The Dreydle Song, Chanukah
Chanukah, and Rock of Ages. The
opening should be at a relaxed, but
fast tempo, (about quarter equals 106).
Arranger Bobrowitz likes to be sure that
all the instruments get to share important
melodic material, so the high strings have
it at 9, and the low strings at 17. A smooth
transition, staying in tempo, takes us to the
second selection Chanukah, Chanukah.
Here the melody is passed from the high
strings to the low strings and at 55, the
pizzicato technique is introduced, giving
the melody a new quality. The celli set the
return to the final song which is back to
arco for all. A relaxed moderate tempo,
(quarter equals 78) should help keep
the style broad and dramatic. Bar 91, is
a reminder of the Chanukah, Chanukah
song and serves as a fitting ending for this
wonderful new winter selection!
11624538 String Orchestra . . . . . 50.00
11624575 Additional Score . . . . . . 6.00
Chevalier Selections—Joseph Bologne/
arr. Josh Trentadue. Featuring musical
material from the two symphonies of
Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-
Georges, this impressive medley is a
fantastic introduction for your students to
this composer's musical oeuvre.
11618785 String Orchestra . . . . . 75.00
11618830 Additional Score . . . . . 17.00
Chorale from Symphony No. 2—Gustav
Mahler/arr. Jacob Ratledge. Mahler's most
celebrated music is brought to life in this
beautifully arranged adaptation - a perfect
interlude for any concert program!
11618788 String Orchestra . . . . . 65.00
11618833 Additional Score . . . . . 16.00
City of Steel—Doug Spata. Brooding
melodies that rise like mist over dark,
churning chords give way to a warm,
yearning section, returning for a rousing
finish. The lush, romantic sound and
the dramatic expressiveness thrill while
technical development includes 16th notes,
chromatics, and shifting.
10520811 String Orchestra . . . . . 70.00
10520812 Additional Score . . . . . . 9.00
The Clef Club March—James Reese
Europe/arr. Richard Webb. James Reese
Europe (1881-1919) was an influential
New York bandleader and composer
during the first two decades of the 20th
century. He first came to prominence as
one of the founders of The Clef Club, an
organization that provided musical support
and performance opportunities for the city's
Black musicians. Europe later commanded
the U.S. Army regiment during World War
I, and was decorated for bravery for his
service on the Western Front. While Clef
Club March was originally published in
several different arrangements, all but a
handful of orchestral parts have been lost
to history. This arrangement provides the
rare opportunity for string players to perform
an outstanding march by this historically
important American composer.
11624539 String Orchestra . . . . . 50.00
11624576 Additional Score . . . . . . 6.00
Closer to the Sky—Morgan Denney.
Explore an array of emotions with Closer
to the Sky, a work that pays homage to
the breathtaking beauty of the Rocky
Mountains. Lyrical and thrillingly energetic
sections include melodic motives that are
developed and layered, evoking a feeling of
ascension while alluding to the grandeur of
nature. A captivating and powerful work by
Morgan Denney! (3:15)
11619641 String Orchestra . . . . . 70.00
11619721 Additional Score . . . . . 10.00
Colorful Clouds Chasing the Moon—
arr. Xinyu (Maggie) Francis-Ma. This
arrangement is adapted from a traditional
Chinese folk ensemble piece. The
composition is lighthearted and distinctive,
portraying the relaxed and leisurely
essence of ordinary life, and showcases the
quintessential style of Cantonese folk music.
The melody, crafted using the traditional
Chinese pentatonic scale, is simple,
unadorned, fluid, and lyrically expressive.
11624078 String Orchestra . . . . . 55.00
11624119 Additional Score . . . . . . 7.00
Compassion—Rossano Galante. Written
in memory of a 14-year-old boy who lost
his life, this emotional, lyrical selection
sets the tone for love and loss. The
introduction incorporates a gentle string
passage featuring a chordal and cerebral
texture. The violins state the main theme,
accompanied by lush string harmony. The
accompaniment becomes rhythmically
busier as the piece develops, incorporating
arpeggiations and ostinati. After reaching
its climax, the composition concludes
just as it began, with quiet and chordal
strings, bringing this musical offering to an
emotional close. (4:30)
11568641 String Orchestra . . . . . 65.00
11568792 Additional Score . . . . . 10.00
The Crooked Pine—Matthew Gelfer.
Heavily influenced by bluegrass music and
American folk fiddling, fun rhythmic patterns
and interesting harmonies will captivate
musicians as you journey together toward
concert performance!
11615403 String Orchestra . . . . . 70.00
11615475 Additional Score . . . . . 12.00
Dance of the Imps—Nathan Jacklin. A
showcase of what is possible with pizzicato!
Quick melodic lines are supported by
energetic, syncopated rhythms, making the
music dance. The ever-changing dynamics
and call-and-response sections provide
interest for the players and audience. The
real treat comes from the a la gitarre section
as students play their instrument like a
guitar, resulting in bright chords that add a
little extra spice. (2:50)
11619614 String Orchestra . . . . . 65.00
11619694 Additional Score . . . . . 10.00
Dance of the Seven Seas—Emily Golan.
Set sail in Dance of the Seven Seas and
prepare for a spirited adventure! Students
will embark on a journey of changing
meters, double stops, and a variety of
hooked bows and articulations. The jovial
theme is contrasted with a peaceful lyrical
section before returning for a buoyant
ending. Sure to be a crowd pleaser!
11617590 String Orchestra . . . . . 65.00
11617618 Additional Score . . . . . 12.00
Danse (from "African Suite")—Samuel
Coleridge-Taylor/arr. Kirk Moss. The artistic
turning point of English composer Samuel
Coleridge-Taylor's career happened in
his twenties when he met the African-
American poet Paul Laurence Dunbar.
Dunbar influenced the young composer
to concentrate on his African heritage.
Originally composed for piano as the final
movement of "African Suite," Danse begins
with two introductory chords followed by
energetic swinging rhythms and repeated
angular melodies. Students will love the
moods in this festive overture, evocative of
later Broadway musicals.
11511805 String Orchestra . . . . . 65.00
11511884 Additional Score . . . . . 10.00
Danse des Sauvages—Jean Philippe
Rameau/arr. Pasquale Tassone. A string
orchestra arrangement of the famous
Rondeau from the Opera Les Indes
Galantes by Jean-Philippe Rameau. The
opera was a type of "opera-ballet" with the
story taking place in exotic locales- in this
case the Gallant Indies. In addition to being
a prolific composer, Rameau was also an
important music theorist of his time.
11624541 String Orchestra . . . . . 50.00
11624578 Additional Score . . . . . . 6.00
Danzas Festivas—Mark Contreras Gomez.
This festive suite of original songs captures
the style and spirit of three traditional
Spanish and Latin American dances.
First, Mi Tiplecito - a happy bambuco
from Colombia. This song uses strummed
pizzicato to emulate the tiple, a small
Columbian guitar. Next, La Danzonera is
a slow and mysterious danzon found in
Mexico and Cuba. Finally, Ole Chulapa is
a fiery pasodoble from Spain that gives the
low strings prominent melodies. Additional
percussion instruments add flair to this
bright and colorful celebration of music.
11608237 String Orchestra . . . . . 65.00
11608271 Additional Score . . . . . . 9.50
Dark Forest Dance—Susan H. Day. This
intriguing and creative composition features
a winding chromatic melody suggesting
imps and goblins dancing deep in a haunted
forest. A great selection for a Halloween
concert!
11615234 String Orchestra . . . . . 65.00
11615294 Additional Score . . . . . 10.00
Daybreak—Daniel Keeler. Written in a
friendly D major, this piece begins like the
dawning of a new day, lyrical and tranquil.
Throughout the opening, the focus is on
larger group phrasing and dynamic contrast.
Moving on to an upbeat, articulate, and
jovial section, the focus moves to hooked
bowings and rhythmic triplets that span
all strings and give cellos and violas more
time on the C string. Sections throughout
provide moments of part independence.
This is a great piece to practice different
musical styles, bowings, dynamic contrast,
and overall ensemble playing. (3:10)
11619600 String Orchestra . . . . . 65.00
11619680 Additional Score . . . . . 10.00
A Dream to Build On—Alan Lee Silva.
With a triple-meter feel, this work is
scored in three parts. Full of fun rhythmic
beats followed by sweeping and soaring
melodies, this piece is what dreams are
made of!
11615096 String Orchestra . . . . . 65.00
11615185 Additional Score . . . . . 10.00
Dreaming—Brian Balmages. Inspired
by an image of Balmages' two boys
sleeping peacefully at night, Dreaming will
provide the backdrop for a scene of grace
and beauty. The fluid lines and creative
harmonization will make this selection
rewarding to perform and one your
audience will thoroughly enjoy. A terrific
piece for showcasing your group.
10277910 String Orchestra . . . . . 70.00
10277911 Additional Score . . . . . 10.00
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