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Original Concert Works | Very Easy/Easy
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
Topaz Dawn—Peter Blair. Warm, lyrical
writing gives this Grade 1 string piece
its appeal, even though the notes and
rhythms stay well within a beginner's
comfort zone. The real challenge comes
from shaping long phrases and responding
to frequent dynamic changes. Crescendos
and decrescendos guide students toward
expressive playing, and frequent use of
rallentando encourages them to watch the
conductor closely. It's an effective way to
build musicianship early on and introduce
young players to the art of phrasing beyond
basic technique.
11673393 String Orchestra . . VE 50.00
Treasure Hunt—Dión Morales. Take
your audience on a cinematic journey as
you search for lost treasure! Beginning
orchestra students focus on practicing
steps, skips, and call-and-response
musical elements between the upper and
lower string sections. With something new
to discover around every corner, young
string explorers will encounter pizzicato,
arco, dynamic changes, and articulations
such as staccato and accents to build bow
skills and confidence in performance.
11668568 String Orchestra . . VE 55.00
Turning Tides—Brock Snow. The ocean,
in its vastness and might, has many perils
in its wake - but to those who dare to sail
across its waters, a grand adventure awaits.
Take an exciting journey on the high seas
with this original work for beginning
orchestra. The hooked bowings, staccato
articulation, and dramatic flair set everyone
on course for the thrilling journey ahead.
11668572 String Orchestra . . VE 55.00
The Two-Three Stomp—Deborah Baker
Monday. Emphasis on beats 2 and 3 take
center stage in this Grade 1 piece for
strings built around the playful challenge
of stomping on those counts - sometimes
during rests and sometimes while playing.
The notes stay in D major with mostly
quarter-note and quarter-rest rhythms,
keeping everything accessible while
students focus on coordination and steady
counting. A glissando moment for every
section adds a fun technical challenge,
making the piece light in style but big on
engagement for beginners.
11673394 String Orchestra . . VE 50.00
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
Waltz of the Elephants—Janelle Zook
Cunalata. A Grade 1 waltz like this offers
a clear introduction to 3/4 time for your
elementary string students. The mix of
pizzicato and arco as well as the dynamic
shaping provide useful textural contrast.
The counting demands and shifting
entrances make it a practical teaching tool
for early players.
11673563 String Orchestra . . VE 50.00
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
Ancient Lore on Rocky Shore—Chris
Thomas. This visually evocative piece is
set against the wild, untamed west coast
of Ireland, painting tender scenes of the
country's mythical past with breathtaking
beauty, inviting the audience into a warm
and enchanting experience. Get ready for
the ancient, magical lore of the Emerald
Isle! (2:00)
11619629 String Orchestra . . . .E 50.00
The Art Project—David Bobrowitz. Light,
graceful melodies shape this easy string
orchestra work set in 3/4, featuring a clear
ABA form that contrasts pizzicato and arco
playing. The A sections focus on plucked
technique, while the middle introduces
bowing, giving students a focused
experience with both. The catchy melody
keeps interest high and makes for a useful
teaching selection to introduce technical
contrast in a simple, engaging way.
11689817 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
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
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!
11642904E String Orchestra . . . .E 60.00
Beyond the Horizon—Caryn Wiegand
Neidhold. A focus on dotted-quarter and
dotted-eighth rhythms sits at the heart of
this Grade 1.5 overture for strings, giving
young players a clear first step into counting
dotted rhythms. The writing stays upbeat
and straightforward, with enough marcato
and legato contrast to reinforce basic bow-
stroke differences. A strong concert opener,
this offers a dependable way to introduce
dotted figures in a full-ensemble context
and build comfort with steady subdivisions.
11673396 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
Blackbeard—Randall Standridge.
Swashbuckling energy fills this easy string
orchestra work built on a bold 3/4 rhythmic
motif. Varied articulations, strong dynamic
contrasts, optional percussion, and shouted
"Yo-ho-hos" bring the pirate adventure to
life! Repeated sections with first and second
endings strengthen reading skills, and
ranges stay manageable for young players.
A spirited concert choice to reinforce triple
meter, articulation, and confidence while
giving young players an unforgettable
performance experience.
11683807 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
Boundless Spirit—Katie O'Hara LaBrie.
Reflecting the enthusiasm and boundless
energy of beginning music students as
they embark on their musical journey, this
piece uses limited range (D to B) while
carefully introducing selected G-string
notes. The strong melodies highlighted by
the lower strings and lively rhythms driven
by the upper strings capture the excitement
and determination of the students as they
discover the joy of making music together.
11617578 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
Bow Rush!—Jay Coles. An aggressive,
high-energy work for easy string orchestra
that invites young string players to dig in
and play with confidence. Driving rhythms
and energetic bow techniques make
this ideal for teaching simple eighth-note
patterns and a variety of articulations. A
strong closer for your next concert!
11690436E String Orchestra
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Burst!—Brian Balmages. An energetic
fanfare brimming with bravado to make
the most of your first-year students' skills.
Dynamic interplay with contrasting legato
and détaché bowing creates the "burst" of
energy by playing eighth-note passages off
the string. Also incorporates simple string
crossing and brief violin divisi. A multimedia
video with a link to software that syncs to
your performance is available - not to be
missed!
10277832 String Orchestra . . . .E 50.00
Canyon Sunset—John Caponegro. Your
strings will enjoy the chance to paint this
musical picture! Composer and arranger
John Caponegro is well known for his fine
writing for young string players. Recorded
by Michigan State University Orchestra
on the CD Teaching Music Through
Performance in Orchestra, Volume 1 -
Pepper #5973728.
547927 String Orchestra . . . .E 50.00
Celtic Sunrise—Soon Hee Newbold.
Experience the beauty and power of
a Celtic dawn in this accessible yet
powerful-sounding work. Driving rhythms
and decisive open intervals depict the
countryside and rolling hills of Scotland.
Optional percussion parts add to the festive
quality of the piece which will give young
ensembles a mature sound.
11203100 String Orchestra opt.
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Colorful Sunrise—Yukiko Nishimura.
This lush and gorgeous work is every bit
as warm as the title suggests and offers
young musicians a chance to explore the
harmonic intrigue that Nishimura is known
for, allowing them to grow musically while
having fun.
11562031 String Orchestra . . . .E 55.00
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