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2025-26 Editors' Choice New Basic Library Available via ePrint Downloadable All Prices in U.S. Dollars & Subject To Publisher Revision
Night Shift—Richard Meyer. Take a look at this
driving, modal composition that's loaded with
some great techniques! As the title implies, early
shifting is the main focus, with pizzicato and easy
16th notes added for variety. All around, this is an
excellent and very mature sounding piece for your
young players!
2346344 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
Pine Mountain—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. Get ready
to stomp your feet and capture the enduring spirit
of the Appalachian Mountains! This original fiddle
tune uses a fun pentatonic melody supported by
cool effects such as double stops, chopping with
the bow, and slapping the bass. Certain to be a
good time!
11619630 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
11647195 String Orchestra with
Digital Part Downloads . . . . . E 55.00
Sahara Crossing—Richard Meyer. Sounds of a
desert caravan are found in this fun and exciting
original by Richard Meyer. It's an excellent piece
to reinforce the tonal color of low first finger notes
(Eb and Bb). The bouncing cello and bass parts
and optional tambourine and finger cymbal parts
add just the right exotic flavor. Wonderful!
2442523 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
Shadow Fire—Randall Standridge. This dark,
driving and energetic E minor work is one your
students will ask for over and over! It's a great
piece for differentiation in your young orchestra.
Second violins and violas double while sticking to
the first six notes of the D scale. Cello, bass, and
firsts are introduced carefully to C naturals on the
A string, with basses remaining in first position. A
wide range of dynamics and engaging elements
like knocking on the wood of the violins add to the
intrigue of this exciting piece.
11521164 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
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 55.00
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
Sunset Suspended—Brian Balmages. This
incredibly powerful lyrical work draws its DNA from
a series of suspended harmonies that constantly
flow throughout the ensemble. Designed to expand
the artistic capabilities of younger ensembles, it is
equally appropriate for intermediate or advanced
orchestras. Stunning. (3:00)
11619631 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
Viking—Soon Hee Newbold. Take on the dynamic
spirit of the ancient Vikings in this energetic
piece! Open-string double stops, pizzicato, and
optional percussion create a dramatic sound
that will transport you into a legendary seafaring
adventure. Each instrument part is featured while
working on various bowing styles and dynamics.
Violins utilize low 2nd finger, while basses have
limited low 1s.
10454265 String Orchestra,
Perc. Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . E 65.00
Voyager—Soon Hee Newbold. Take flight
through the soaring melodic lines of this bold work
that lets your students' imaginations run wild.
Whether on the back of a hawk or on a journey
to space, this energetic piece keeps all sections
engaged rhythmically and melodically. A dynamic
key change adds to the adrenaline rush. Thrilling!
11195682 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 65.00
Original Concert Works
Medium-Easy
Adventure on the Water—Austin Isaac. Have
an exciting day on the water with this fast-paced
and energetic piece that all students will enjoy
performing. Every section of the orchestra gets a
chance to play the melody, making this a strong
choice for directors looking for a joyful addition to
their program.
11637914 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . ME 60.00
Anticipation—Cooper Ford. Packed with emotion
and energy, this piece builds anticipation for what's
ahead – whether a concert, an adventure, or a
cinematic moment. Intermediate string players
will grow through varied rhythms, techniques, and
uplifting musical material. A strong concert opener.
11515951 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . ME 60.00
Apex Predator—Michael Oare. Offering an ideal
perfect blend of musical stealth and pursuit,
this arrangement for string orchestra covers
a wide variety of musical concepts including
syncopation, low first fingers, meter changes,
dynamics, and four-note slurs. Easy shifting in
first violin. An array of pitched and nonpitched
percussion adds to the excitement!
11640140 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . ME 60.00
Atlantis of the Sands—Chris Pilsner. Named
for the fabled lost city of Ubar, said to have been
destroyed by a natural disaster or by the wrath
of God, the exotic harmonic landscapes of this
work use the Phrygian dominant scale which
can be heard in countless interpretations of the
deserts of Arabia.
11625552 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . ME 65.00
String Orchestra Original Concert Works | Easy/Medium-Easy
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