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Folk & Multicultural | Medium-Easy/Medium & Medium-Advanced
Ritual Fire Dance—Manuel de Falla/arr.
Sandra Dackow. Experience the vibrant
rhythms and exotic harmonies from the
ballet "El amor brujo," expertly arranged
for Grade 3 orchestra. Featuring piano and
timpani, this captivating piece brings the
essence of Spanish music to life and offers
an exciting challenge for intermediate-level
ensembles.
11574836 String Orchestra . . . . . 75.00
Slane (Be Thou My Vision)—Soon Hee
Newbold. This setting of the familiar Irish
hymn is an ideal study in smooth legato
bowing and artful phrasing. Sections of the
melodies roll gracefully, creating plaintive
suspensions and encouraging players to
stay focused on the melody.
10091968 String Orchestra . . . . . 60.00
The Wellerman (A New Zealand Sea
Shanty)—arr. Sarah McLellan. With
multiple part options to suit all playing levels
- whether advanced players, complete
beginners, or all those in-between -
everyone will enjoy this new arrangement
of the famous New Zealand sea shanty.
Melodic interest is passed between
instrument sections in the verses, then
everyone joins together on the chorus.
11566103 String Orchestra
Multi-Level. . . . . . . . . . 41.00
Tico Tico—Zequinha de Abreu/arr. Lipton.
Perhaps the most famous example of
Brazilian Choro music, this piece is made
accessible to high school players in this
sterling arrangement featuring a whistle and
a section that uses strings as percussion
instruments. Highly recommended!
10312102 String Orchestra . . . . . 50.00
Tico Tico (Tico-Tico no Fuba)—Zequinha
Abreu/arr. James Kazik. This Brazilian
classic was popular in the United States
during the 1940s with artists such as Ethel
Smith, the Andrews Sisters, and Carmen
Miranda. More recently, it was performed
at the closing ceremonies of the 2016
Olympics in Brazil. James Kazik's masterful
arrangement for string orchestra with
optional piano and percussion captures
all the fun and energy of the original in a
format that will be easily performable by
your students - the audience will be dancing
in the aisles!
11504745 String Orchestra . . . . . 55.00
Tour of Ireland—arr. Caryn Neidhold.
Take a musical tour of the Emerald Isle.
Three popular Irish tunes come to life for
string orchestra with melody in all parts.
From silky-slow to fiery-fast, it begins with
the stately and poignant The Wren. Next,
the tempo jumps for a buoyant Kerry Polka,
followed by a racing The Wind That Shakes
the Barley, with a final tempo push to a
flying ending.
11518930 String Orchestra . . . . . 50.00
When Johnny Comes Marching
H o m e — T r a d i t i o n a l / a r r . R i c h a r d
Stephan. This classic piece of Civil war
history provides many great teaching
opportunities, musically and historically.
Recorded by Michigan State University
Orchestra on the CD, Teaching Music
Through Performance in Orchestra
Volume 1 - Pepper #5973728.
551432 String Orchestra . . . . . 52.00
Zarabanda (Spanish Dance No. 3)—
Enrique Granados/arr. Eric B. Davis.
Also called Fandango, this third dance
from Granados' 12 Spanish Dances was
written for piano but is often performed on
guitar. It is particularly well suited for string
orchestra, with a beautifully elegant melody
and upbeat dance feel combining the style
of flamenco with the classical tradition of
the period. Articulations, particularly the
contrast of staccato and legato bow styles,
offer a fun and light performance with many
dynamic, melodic, and rhythmic variances.
11559079 String Orchestra . . . . . 60.00
Folk & Multicultural
Medium &
Medium-Advanced
A su merced, Don José—Nubia Jaime
Donjuan. Immerse yourself in the tapestry
of Mexico's rich musical heritage with this
captivating piece for string orchestra. The
opening adagio will pull at your heartstrings,
while the contrasting dance-like section will
lift you off your feet. Through evocative
melodies, rich harmonies, and vibrant
rhythms, this stirring piece weaves together
the tender nuances of grief with the
enduring joy of cherished memories.
11574023 String Orchestra . . MA 75.00
Andalusian Adventure—Erica Donahoe.
Go on an adventure to southern Spain and
soak in the musical culture of flamenco.
Spanish rhythms and sultry melodies
abound in this engaging original work,
with some New World tango thrown in for
good measure. Players will reinforce low
first finger and high third finger as well as
sixteenth notes and pizzicato. There are
violin and cello solo opportunities, and
optional castanets add the perfect spice.
11393539 String Orchestra . . . M 60.00
Arabian Dreams—Soon Hee Newbold.
Here's a thrilling musical journey that fires
the imagination and evokes images of the
One Thousand and One Nights! Set as
one continuous work, the music moves
from the exotic sounds of a fiery sunrise
to the magnificent power of an Arabian
stallion galloping at full speed across the
expansive desert.
2474326 String Orchestra . . . M 75.00
Baile de la Noche (Dance of the Night)—
Lorrie Baum. This lilting Latin piece evokes
images of an evening of dancing and
merriment. Care has been taken to make
sure all sections of the orchestra have their
turn with the melody as well as exciting
harmonic and rhythmic accompaniments.
Directors will find this to be a great piece
for teaching Latin stylings - it will be loved
by students and audiences alike.
11510711 String Orchestra . . . M 55.00
Baile de Lila—Chris Thomas. This vibrant
work brings the sound and spirit of mariachi
to the string orchestra! Feature principal
players accompanied by strummed
passages, catchy syncopated figures, and
energetic melodies. The piece also includes
parts for an optional guitar ensemble for an
authentic flavor.
11203094 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Blackberry Blossom—Gary Gackstatter.
Feature your top player on this famous
American tune! The first time through, the
soloist takes the lead accompanied by
some pizzicato and the occasional foot
stomp. The second time through, first violins
play most of the tune along with the soloist.
The third and final time through the soloist
gets some nice variations on the tune. And,
oh yes, the faster the better!
2702541 String Orchestra . . . M 48.00
Bossa Rojo—Bert Ligon. Beginning with
a dramatic familiar Latin figure, everyone
will recognize the rhythm and groove with
enthusiasm! Melodic material appears in all
parts and is designed for fun and successful
performances. An improvisation section is
included where soloists can improvise
over the familiar progression or play the
provided solos. Piano and drum set parts
are included. The change of pace will be
appreciated by players of any level.
10310635 String Orchestra, Percussion
Required . . . . . . . . . M 55.00
Danza Final from "Estancia"—Alberto
Ginastera/arr. Robert Longfield. Now
available for strings, Alberto Ginastera's
well-known finale to his ballet "Estancia" is
steeped in South American folk style. The
familiar cross rhythms give this malambo an
infectious feel - a classic work for contest
and festival consideration.
10059481 String Orchestra, Percussion
Optional . . . . . . . . . MA 55.00
El relicario (Pasodoble)—arr. Robert
Longfield. One of the most famous and
best-loved paso dobles ever written in a
setting for string orchestra! Fiery rhythms
and sweeping Spanish melodies make this
an outstanding change of pace for concert
or festival performance.
10756566 String Orchestra, Percussion
Optional . . . . . . . . . . M 40.00
Fantasia Espanola—Soon Hee
Newbold. Soon Hee Newbold explores
the world of Spanish music with fiery
results! Syncopated rhythms propel the
passionate melodies which pass from
one section to another, while pizzicato
and col legno bowing create castanet
accompaniments. There's even a
strumming, guitar-like pizzicato effect
in both first and second violins. A tango
interlude leads to a furious finish. A show-
stopper!
2480774 String Orchestra . . . M 60.00
Ghosts of Bohemia (Dance for String
Orchestra)—Joshua Reznicow. Intense,
wild, and energetic - all sections are
offered a lot of action, musical energy,
and technical challenges. Performers and
audiences will surely enjoy the rapid-fire
sixteenth-note passages contrasting with
the larger sweeping phrases, and the string
effects such as strum/gitara pizz, trills,
glissandos, and double-stops that all help
to shape the colors and characters of this
adventurous piece.
11574019 String Orchestra . . MA 75.00
Irish Junkyard Jam—Brian Balmages.
Featuring string quartet and orchestra, this
tour de force follows a few straggling Irish
musicians (the quartet) who find themselves
in a junkyard picking up scrap instruments.
As the quartet begins to find their groove,
they are joined by the rest of the orchestra
and the party is on! While not based on
a specific folk song, the piece draws on
elements ranging from a traditional pub
band to Irish step dance. Fun, and playable
on acoustic or electric instruments.
10996001 String Orchestra . . MA 70.00
Irish Legend—Robert Kerr & Soon Hee
Newbold. Showcase your strings with fire
and flair in the style of Riverdance and
traditional Celtic music! Written by Robert
Kerr and arranged for strings by Soon Hee
Newbold, this air and jig is a dramatic finale
to any concert. Dazzling violin solos (both
lyrical and technical) and highly rhythmic
passages accompanied by drum set really
set this work apart. Optional piano and harp
add to the sound of a work destined to bring
down the house. A great closer!
10047958 String Orchestra . . . M 70.00
La bella cubana—José White/arr. Robert
Debbaut. In addition to numerous etudes
and a virtuosic violin concerto, violinist
Joseph (José) White Lafitte composed this
habanera for two violins, La Bella Cubana.
In this string orchestra arrangement of
a habanera originally composed for two
violins, the lyrical melodic solos are spread
throughout the orchestra. Traditional Cuban
dance rhythms in the middle theme capture
the vibrant joy of the original work.
11500301 String Orchestra . . . M 60.00
La Cascara—Jeremy Woolstenhulme. This
work is on fire from the opening measure
to its final ending. Rhythmically complex, it
includes some two against three patterns
and meter changes as well as position work
in all sections. A vigorous workout, definitely
worth the effort!
11000017 String Orchestra, Percussion
Optional . . . . . . . . . MA 70.00
Libertango—Astor Piazzolla/arr. James
Kazik. Published in Italy in 1974, this
arrangement retains all the excitement
of what is already considered a modern
tango classic.
10461611 String Orchestra . . . M 55.00
Maharaja—Doug Spata. Add some sizzle
to your next concert with some Bollywood
style! Maharaja combines rhythms and
motifs from Indian music with exciting
melodies. Slurred pizzicato imitates the
sound of tabla drums while finger snaps
and triplet flourishes add to the South
Asian flavor. Teachers will appreciate
challenging their students with advanced
fingerings and rhythms throughout the
piece and audiences will thrill to this
unique musical experience.
10280360 String Orchestra . . . M 49.00
