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Gold Rush—Samuel Gelfer. The spirit of the
California gold rush is alive in this fun and upbeat
composition! Students will use their knowledge
of the D major scale while being introduced to
skips and non-stepwise motion. A wonderful
choice your beginning students will want to play
over and over again!
11629805 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
Golden Grove (for Single or Multi-Level String
Orchestra)—Brian Balmages. A celebratory and
extremely versatile work, the majestic lines sweep
throughout the ensemble amid a backdrop of
pulsating rhythms. Perform it with your developing
ensemble alone or add the more accessible
supplemental parts (included). Whether students
have just learned the first few notes or even if they
only know open strings, there is a part to include
them! There are many performance applications
for exciting work.
11511815 String Orchestra . . . . . .VE-ME 80.00
Icicles—Todd Parrish. Feel the frigid chill of
winter winds and brittle ice! This contemporary-
sounding work features quarter- and half-note
rhythms in basic stepwise motion. Cello and bass
sections have prominent lines, and all notes fall
within the range of the D major scale. Close yet
easy intervals create interesting harmonies that
hint at dissonance to represent the bitter cold of
frozen ice.
11500095 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 53.00
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
Medieval Kings—Soon Hee Newbold. A majestic
masterpiece for beginning-level strings! Medieval
Kings boasts bold, open-5th intervals, terraced
dynamics, and prominent parts for lower strings.
Truly a feast for players, and sure to become a
repertoire favorite for years to come!
10091952 String Orchestra,
Perc. Optional . . . . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
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
Penguin Promenade—Devon Morales. Waddle
into winter fun with this upbeat piece that brings
a colony of playful penguins to life. Slippery
glissandos mimic penguins sliding down snowy
hills as a foundation for shifting skills later on in
their playing. Every section shares the melody,
while excursions to the G string help young
musicians expand their note range. Light optional
percussion adds sparkle and energy. This fun new
work is an irresistible choice for any winter concert!
11642885 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
The Red Lion—Jeremy Woolstenhulme.
With a stirring melody, driving rhythms and an
energetic pulse that just won't quit, this action-
packed selection is sure to fire up students and
audiences alike.
10458715 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
Snow Day!—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. Waking up
on a cold winter day. Sledding. Hot chocolate.
It's a snow day! This warmhearted original work
is craftily designed using only the notes of the D
major scale. With its bright melodies and jingle bell
accompaniment, this highly accessible piece will
delight students and audiences. All instruments
get a turn with the melody. Perfect for your holiday,
winter, or any other concert program.
11400604 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
Snow Globe—Doug Spata. Pizzicato notes
and magical arco melodies fall like gentle snow
in this charming selection! A focus on simple
rhythms and first-finger-pattern notes on the D
and A strings makes this the perfect piece for
your beginners' winter concert. Everyone gets a
turn playing the graceful melodies, with optional
support from a sparkling piano part. This is a
great way for students to show off newly learned
fundamental skills.
11608214 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Storm—Soon Hee Newbold. This dynamic and
riveting work depicts an ancient battle scene
or ferocious weather system. A lyrical melody
contrasts with an intense rhythmic groove
complete with optional percussion. A great work
to expose younger players to programmatic music!
10512590 String Orchestra,
Perc. Optional . . . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Sunlight—Randall D. Standridge. Energetic and
uplifting! From start to finish the melodies and
rhythms in this original work convey a sense of
optimism and vitality, leaving listeners and players
with a sense that all will be well. Written primarily
using the notes of the D scale and with lots of
opportunities for dynamic contrast, this piece is
packed with excellent teaching moments.
11574024 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Velocity—Brian Balmages. Energize your
performers and audience with this powerful,
dynamic work. Opening in rhythmic unison, the
piece quickly projects blocks of sound and a flurry
of rhythmic activity. The musical texture comes
across as very technical when, in reality, it is quite
accessible.
10454259 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
Bass Parade (for String Orchestra)—Steven
L. Rosenhaus. Here's an opportunity to give your
bass players a chance to shine; for once they get
the melody and everyone else accompanies them!
11610738 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
String Orchestra Original Concert Works | Very Easy/Easy
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