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Doraji—arr. Ben Snoek. This popular
Korean folk song is named for the
Platycodon grandiflorus or balloon flower.
This beautiful setting features lush scoring,
flowing counterlines, dramatic phrasing,
and seamlessly passes the melody
among the entire ensemble. An excellent
multicultural piece that will delight musicians
and concertgoers.
11339410 String Orchestra . . . . . 60.00
Ear-igami—Richard Meyer. Ear-igami is
a fascinating musical tribute to the ancient
Japanese art of paper folding. Instead of
a bow, each performer uses a piece of
paper to make sounds and to "play" their
instrument. Your audience will be entranced
as they watch and hear the variety of effects
possible in this charming set of pentatonic
variations. A unique concert selection!
10066927 String Orchestra, Percussion
Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
España Cani—Pascual Marquina Narro/
arr. Kathy L. Fishburn. The definitive
Spanish paso doble, arranged for
intermediate string orchestra! This great
cultural teaching piece features syncopated
rhythms, triplets, repeated down bows, and
easy accidentals in first position. Optional
tambourine and castanets add authentic
Spanish sound. A fiery concert feature both
students and audiences will enjoy. Includes
violin 3 (viola in treble clef) and alternate
viola (violin 2 in alto clef) parts for flexible
ensembles.
10846056 String Orchestra, Percussion
Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . 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
Folk Tune and Fiddle Dance—Percy
Fletcher. A long-time favorite for festival and
contest, Percy Fletcher's two-movement
suite has been a choice teaching piece for
school orchestras. In true English folk style,
the first movement has multiple sections in
varying styles and meters, and the second
movement is rhythmic, energetic fiddle
writing at its best.
4964359 String Orchestra . . . . . 70.00
Jalapeno Tango—Christian A. Williams.
Tango your way into the hearts of of your
audience with this spicy original that contains
all of the dramatic flavor of a Brazilian tango.
It has the push and pull of the tempo,
dynamics, and rhythmic variety that makes
this dance so infectious. A perfect piece to
introduce this vital musical form as well as
reinforce triplets and syncopations.
11502018 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
La Llorona—arr. Jorge Vargas. This
captivating arrangement of La Llorona for
intermediate strings and optional guitar
brings authentic sounds of mariachi to the
string orchestra. Tell the twisted tale of
La Llorona, a Mexican folk song closely
associated with Dia de los Muertos, through
its haunting melodies and vibrant rhythms.
Students will explore lyrical expressive
playing, dynamic contrasts, and the rich
cultural traditions that make this piece a
memorable centerpiece for any concert.
11617582 String Orchestra . . . . . 60.00
Mariachi Suite—Jorge Vargas. Bring the
vibrant energy of mariachi to your string
orchestra with Mariachi Suite, an original
three-movement work that explores the
rich styles of Ranchera, Bolero, and Son
Jalisciense. This suite captures the essence
of traditional mariachi music, with its
passionate melodies, heartfelt harmonies,
and lively rhythms. Optional parts for
trumpet, guitar, and vihuela allow students
to experience the full mariachi ensemble.
Whether performed as a string-only piece or
with the optional instrumentation, Mariachi
Suite is a show-stopping addition to any
concert, celebrating the joy and spirit of this
beloved musical tradition.
11617577 String Orchestra . . . . . 65.00
Molly on the Shore—Percy Grainger/
arr. Sandra Dackow. A rollicking good
time! Not another "Celtic clone," this
is actually a setting of two Irish reels
Grainger arranged for string quartet in
1907. It retains much of its quartet flavor
by giving each section lots to do. But
don't worry, the second violins and violas
remain in first position throughout. The
Dackow/Grainger combination ensures a
crowd-pleaser that you can feel confident
programming! Very nice!
5665377 String Orchestra . . . . . 61.00
Moonlighting—Ludwig van Beethoven/
arr. Deborah Baker Monday. This
creative version of the Moonlight Sonata
in a tango style offers the best of both
worlds by bringing Classical and popular
elements together in one great work!
Easily accessible in the key of D minor for
grade 2+ groups, it enhances the beauty
of Beethoven's famous original with gentle
Latin rhythms and some contemporary
harmonies.
10439380 String Orchestra . . . . . 52.00
A Musical Passport—arr. Richard Meyer.
Take a trip around the world! Using 22 of
the most famous melodies ever written from
17 different countries, this is the ultimate
multicultural experience. The melodies
travel from section to section, and the
quickly changing styles will keep everyone
on their toes.
11202626 String Orchestra . . . . . 50.00
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
Of Lochs and Thistles—Christina Huss.
This nostalgic work evokes the folk music
of Scotland with soaring melodies, lush
harmonies, and a powerful modulation
from C to D major. Orchestrated with
developing musicians in mind, this will
serve as a vehicle for expressive playing
and tonal development as well as providing
a wonderful contrast at your next concert or
festival performance.
11574012 String Orchestra . . . . . 60.00
Postcards from Russia—Carrie Lane
Gruselle. This thrilling set of three Russian
folk tunes will put your players (and
audience) through their paces! Using a
wide variety of dynamics, articulations, and
tempi, three 3 tunes - Minka; Meadowland
and Korobushka, run the emotional gamut
from melancholy to pure exuberance! Set
in the dramatic key of D minor, this one
includes the exciting accelerando finish.
If you do it right, you'll leave the audience
breathless!
2480767 String Orchestra . . . . . 65.00
Prairie Sky—Robert Buckley. Inspired by
the magnificent and expansive landscape
- and cloudscape - of the American prairie,
this beautiful work features majestic themes
and festive rhythms.
11523025 String Orchestra . . . . . 55.00
Red Pepper—Jeffrey S. Bishop. Based on
traditional Zydeco music and Cajun fiddling
style, this clever arrangement passes
tunes playfully from one section to another,
sometimes over a pizzicato walking bass
line. This top-seller is full of energy and fun!
10048339 String Orchestra . . . . . 60.00
Reel on Quebec—arr. Renata Bratt.
Ever wanted a fiddle tune that features
all sections equally even the cellos and
basses? Look no further! Reel on Quebec
brings together two French Canadian reels,
carefully arranged so that everyone get
a turn with the melodies and a chance to
master some cool syncopated rhythms!
Originally written for the Wintergrass
Festival Youth Orchestra, Reel On Quebec
is a fantastic showstopper, perfect as an
opener or closer for any intermediate or
advanced orchestra.
11617584 String Orchestra . . . . . 60.00
Folk & Multicultural | Medium-Easy
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Buy with confidence! These works,
listed in order of their popularity, are
chosen most often by directors.
Fantasia on a Theme from Thailand—
Richard Meyer.
10015211 String Orchestra ME 50.00
Molly on the Shore—
Percy Grainger/arr. Sandra Dackow.
5665377 String Orchestra ME 61.00
Ashokan Farewell
(from "The Civil War")—
Jay Ungar/arr. Calvin Custer.
2238723 String Orchestra ME 60.00
Blue-Fire Fiddler—
Soon Hee Newbold.
2474322 String Orchestra ME 75.00
Folk Tune and Fiddle Dance—
Percy Fletcher.
4964359 String Orchestra ME 70.00
Red Pepper—Jeffrey S. Bishop.
10048339 String Orchestra ME 60.00
Baile de Lila—Chris Thomas.
11203094 String Orchestra . M 65.00
Irish Legend—
Robert Kerr & Soon Hee Newbold.
10047958 String Orchestra . M 70.00
The Wellerman
(A New Zealand Sea Shanty)—
arr. Sarah McLellan.
11566103 String Orchestra
Multi-Level . . VE-MA 41.00
Ahrirang—arr. Soo Han.
10991743 String Orchestra ME 55.00
