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A Mother's Love—Anthony Susi. Warm,
expressive lyricism unfolds in this string
orchestra work with optional harp or piano,
inspired by a mother's unconditional love.
Lush textures and thoughtful pacing support
rubato, phrasing, and balance, while added
accidentals create a unique harmonic
color. An eight-measure quotation from
Beethoven's Sonata No. 27 adds a tribute to
the composer's mother's love for the piece.
Choose it for shaping expressive maturity
and ensemble balance through a reflective,
engaging slow concert or festival selection.
11686249 String Orchestra . . ME 55.00
Mythos—Soon Hee Newbold. Spark the
imaginations of your string players and
audiences! In this work, three sections
- Once Upon a Time; Fantasy and Final
Victory are performed without pause. With
unique harmonies and driving melodies, the
music tells the story and takes the listeners
on a musical journey that is limited only by
imagination. Powerful!
10008684 String Orchestra . . ME 60.00
New Voyage—Victor Lopez. A clear
contrast of character guides this Grade
2 string orchestra work, beginning with
slow, lyrical soloistic lines before shifting
into a fast, adventurous section supported
by optional percussion parts. Simple
syncopation and frequent accidentals
reinforce reading accuracy while keeping up
the momentum and engagement for young
students. A strong middle school option for
building rhythmic confidence and ensemble
coordination within a cinematic framework.
11680892 String Orchestra . . ME 60.00
Orange Jam—Jeffrey S. Bishop. Give your
students a shot at this exciting work that
lets them imitate rock guitar sounds. This
is a straightforward rock piece that is both
energetic and fun to play! The G minor/
modal tonality really lets the open strings
ring out. Your orchestra will love jamming
to this piece at any time of the year. The
final words of the composer's notes say it
all: "Have Fun!"
10030756 String Orchestra . . ME 65.00
Paladin's Oath (Saga of Rising
Legends)—Dión Morales. Bring epic
storytelling to your orchestra with this
bold and expressive piece. Inspired by a
courageous leader who balances calm
wisdom with fierce determination, the music
evolves from a powerful opening theme into
moments of reflection and intensity. This
work invites students to explore dynamic
contrasts, thematic development, and
heroic musical character.
11642910E String Orchestra . . ME 60.00
Palladio—Karl Jenkins/arr. Robert
Longfield. This great arrangement of the
famous diamond commercial includes just
the first movement of Karl Jenkins' original
suite. Skilled scoring for developing groups
puts this memorable theme well within
the reach of most groups. It's rhythmic,
dramatic, and its neo-Baroque style is
perfect for young string orchestras.
2481835 String Orchestra . . ME 55.00
Pieces of Eight—Richard Meyer. Look no
further for the perfect piece to introduce
your students to 6/8 meter! This cool-
sounding, minor-key jig uses only three
basic 6/8 rhythms to give your students
the confidence they need to navigate
a too-often neglected time signature.
Pieces of Eight gives every section a
turn at the fun and catchy melody while the
repeated patterns in the accompaniments
will reinforce students' reading of the
new rhythms.
10738921 String Orchestra . . ME 55.00
Prairie Sky—Robert Buckley. Inspired by
the magnificent and expansive landscape
- and cloudscape - of the American prairie,
this beautiful work features majestic themes
and festive rhythms.
11523025 String Orchestra . . ME 55.00
Queen Anne's Revenge (A Pirate's
Tale)—Katie O'Hara LaBrie. Set firmly in
6/8, dark sea-ballad character inspired
by Blackbeard emerges in this Grade 2
string orchestra work with optional piano.
Rhythmic figures typical of compound
meter remain approachable while giving
every part melodic interest, creating a
strong introduction to 6/8 for middle school
students. Articulation details emphasize
weighted downbows and lighter upbows to
highlight beats 1 and 4. A cinematic concert
selection that keeps students engaged
through colorful imagery, melodic motion,
and musical storytelling.
11680903 String Orchestra . . ME 65.00
River Valley Waltz—Katie O'Hara LaBrie.
Inspired by a drive through Shenandoah
National Park in late autumn, this
expressive work is the perfect piece to
help your ensembles grow musically. The
flowing, memorable melodies, dynamics,
and attention to phrasing will inspire your
students to perform with expression and
grace while developing bow control and
tone. Playable entirely in first position
(up to third position in bass). Optional
fingerings specifically meant to teach
cellists how to avoid open A are provided.
(2:50)
11568645 String Orchestra . . ME 60.00
Royal Majesty—Bryan Sanguinito. Your
developing orchestra students will feel (and
sound) like royalty when performing this
magnificent original composition. Written in
D major, using nothing harder than eighth
notes, every part plays an important melody,
with first violins focusing primarily on the
E string. Your students and listeners will
envision kings and queens marching down
an aisle, making this regal composition a
perfect processional or recessional for any
important event - or simply program it as a
glorious finale to your concert.
11689831 String Orchestra . . ME 60.00
Sail—Bella Morgan. Captures the spirit of
freedom and adventure through soaring
melodies, energetic rhythms, and bold
dynamic contrasts. Designed to encourage
exploration, this piece challenges players
with a wide range of notes and techniques
while inviting them to create their own
musical journey. A vivid and expressive
work that is both exciting to play and
inspiring to hear.
11642889 String Orchestra . . ME 60.00
Seafarer's Quest—Enrique Ponce. Set sail
on a high-seas adventure with this thrilling
piece for string orchestra! Inspired by the
bold, swashbuckling spirit of classic pirate
tales, this work captures the excitement
of daring escapes, crashing waves, and
boundless exploration. With soaring
melodies and driving rhythms, it immerses
young musicians in an epic journey, making
for an exhilarating performance experience.
11638694 String Orchestra . . ME 50.00
Shadow of the Raven—Doug Spata. A
moonlit forest comes alive in this Grade
2 orchestra work following a raven's swift
and shadowy flight. Fast, driving motion
built on repeated sixteenth-note patterns
helps students apply newly learned
rhythms with confidence. Sudden dynamic
shifts, staccato articulation, and simple
syncopation add drama and intensity. A
gripping middle school closer, it works
equally well for fall or Halloween concerts
while reinforcing reading sixteenth-note
rhythms, bow control, and ensemble
precision.
11679140 String Orchestra . . ME 60.00
Sideways Glance—R. Scott Whittington.
Designed with young musicians in mind,
this string orchestra work with optional
piano uses a clever back-and-forth musical
conversation that perfectly matches
its title. The accessible scoring, first
position throughout, and open strings for
stability help players build confidence and
ensemble skills. Every section gets a turn
with pizzicato, adding variety and keeping
students engaged from start to finish.
11688749 String Orchestra . . ME 55.00
A Silent Promise—Aaron Soltis. Full of
rich emotion, this lyrical work explores
themes of quiet resolve, emotional depth,
and unspoken understanding. Ideal for
showcasing expressive playing and
ensemble sensitivity, this piece offers a
powerful journey that resonates long after
the final note.
11639907 String Orchestra . . ME 65.00
Skylight—Bruce W. Tippette. Inspired
by the gentle arrival of morning light,
this lyrical piece for string orchestra
features long, flowing melodies passed
throughout the ensemble. It's an excellent
exercise in expressive rubato playing for
early-intermediate players, encouraging
sensitivity and musical nuance as the music
gradually builds to a radiant climax.
11515945 String Orchestra . . ME 60.00
Smiling Birds—Yukiko Nishimura.
Well suited to middle school, this string
orchestra piece offers a flowing lyrical
style supported by rich scoring and notable
part independence that gives every
section meaningful musical responsibility.
Frequent crescendos and decrescendos
provide substantial teaching opportunities
in dynamic control, while the memorable
melody and conversational exchanges
between instruments encourage developing
players to explore rubato, phrasing, and
expressive ensemble interplay.
11673096 String Orchestra . . ME 60.00
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