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Dark Currents—Randall Standridge. Dark energy
and driving rhythms collide in this electrifying
work. Written in a fast-paced 4/4, this piece
weaves aggressive rhythms, tense harmonies,
and powerful minor melodies to capture the
raw, pulsing energy within us all. With engaging
parts for every instrument, your musicians will
bring their intensity and passion to this thrilling
showcase for young orchestra. A dynamic
choice for your next concert, festival, or autumn
performance!
11623406 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
March to the Dragon's Lair—Lauren Culver.
Step boldly into a world of fire and legend with
a thrilling work for string orchestra that sets the
stage for an epic adventure. A driving melody
propels the ensemble forward, evoking the image
of brave heroes approaching the lair of a mighty
dragon. Accents and dynamic shifts add intensity
and drama. With overlapping melodies shared
across the sections, every player becomes part of
the story.
11642893 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Midnight Castle—Emily Golan. Set in E minor
with a driving tempo, this work depicts a group
of adventurers who come upon a deserted castle
as they travel through the night. Your budding
orchestra students will love exploring the dark
motifs and harmonies while taking your audiences
on a wonderful journey.
11642801 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Shiver—Randall D. Standridge. Whether you
are shivering from cold or shivering from fright,
this work for very beginning orchestra is sure
to set the mood for your next winter or late fall
concert. Using only six notes, it's a creatively
designed piece that reaches students at their
skill level while letting them experiment with the
fun tremolo technique!
11573999 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Squeaky Toy Waltz—Nicolas Repetto. This novel
new work will introduce budding orchestra students
to 3/4 time (tempo di valse), legato/marcato bow
techniques, and some fun contrasting sections.
Add some optional squeaky toys for extra fun.
Invite a special guest to be your "squeaky toy"
soloist and help accompany your orchestra at your
next concert!
11642807 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Original Concert Works
Easy
A Joyful Life—Bryan Sanguinito. Experience
the energy and exuberance of this exciting new
piece which celebrates the joys and wonders of
life. Written in D Major, in first position, with no
accidentals, every section of your intermediate
level orchestra gets to perform the sweeping
melody, as well as the light ostinati which
continuously propels the work forward along with
dynamic changes and "joie de vivre". Take your
students to new heights with this inspirational and
cheerful selection!
11642906 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . E 60.00
Attack of the Giant Bass-Playing Kittens—
Caryn Wiegand Neidhold. Brightly colored kittens,
playing the double bass... from that bizarre image
comes a novel work that is equal parts playful
and practical. Students will explore chromatic
fingerings matched with chromatic lines for cello
and bass. All parts have melodic moments, but
best of all, the basses take center stage as the
stars of the performance!
11642899 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . E 60.00
Battle Colors—Doug Spata. Channel the spirit of
medieval armies rallying beneath their flags with
this triumphant work. Written to introduce players
to the power and pulse of 6/8 time, this piece
drives forward with a strong, steady beat and bold
rhythms that capture the energy of battle. Raise
the banner and march into glory!
11642904 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . E 60.00
Calypso Cockatoo—Loreta Fin. A cheerful piece
with an Australian flair – syncopated calypso
rhythms and playful techniques like pizzicato,
accents, and lifted up-bows are great for teaching
varied articulations.
11638487 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
Lost in London—Doug Spata. Experience the
thrill of wandering through unfamiliar streets and
discovering a city beyond its landmarks. Inspired
by a walk through London accompanied by the
sounds of iconic 1980s British synth-pop, this
intermediate-level orchestra piece blends jagged
rhythms and minor harmonies with sleek, modern
energy. Accessible yet stylish, it features an
optional drum part that adds rhythmic drive and
color, making it a dynamic and engaging choice
for any concert program.
11642896 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . E 60.00
Magic Sleigh—Kathryn Griesinger. For holiday
programming or any time of year, this festive and
heartwarming melody will bring joy! Excellent for
reinforcing staccato articulations and independent
parts. Sleigh bells and bell part add the perfect color.
11640142 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
New Beginnings—Patrick Roszell. An exciting
concert opener or closer for your young string
orchestra – energetic and driving rhythms reinforce
eighth rests, and a pleasing, optimistic melody
propels the piece forward. Many opportunities to
reinforce concepts like accents, staccato, arco,
and pizzicato.
11515949 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
The Pizza Song—Loreta Fin. Inspired by a
student suggestion, this fun piece explores
hooked bows, slurs, rests, pauses, and compound
time, with spoken text adding humor throughout.
Fun for all ages!
11638489 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
Red Comet—Michael Oare. This high-energy
piece for string orchestra features a driving,
infectious melody along with engaging percussion
and mallet parts. Excellent for teaching a
wide range of musical concepts while keeping
performers and audiences energized.
11628916 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . E 45.00
Silver Skies Breaking—Ethan Anderson.
A lyrical, expressive piece that evokes hope
and peace through gentle phrasing and lush
harmonies. Ideal for teaching beginning players
rubato and musical expression.
11639908 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . E 65.00
Strings of Fire—Chris M. Bernotas. Ignite the
stage! This exhilarating piece for string orchestra
is a nonstop inferno fueled by relentless eighth
notes that propel the ensemble forward. A fiery
main theme, all sharp angles and raw energy,
clashes with sections of smooth legato to create
a captivating contrast. Every section gets its
moment to blaze, with the low strings emerging
from the depths to unleash their own powerful
melodies in this thrilling piece. A guaranteed
showstopper for your next concert! Correlates to
Sound Innovations Book 1, Level 4.
11619593 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
String Orchestra Original Concert Works | Very Easy/Easy
