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Blue Diamond Jubilee—Richard Meyer.
Fast, energetic motion frames this overture
for string orchestra, opening and closing
with driving sections that contrast with
a slow, expressive center set in 6/8.
Syncopated writing and frequent key and
meter changes add technical interest and
a variety of teaching opportunities. Every
section remains active throughout for a
strong high school opener that highlights
expressive contrast and stylistic range in a
single, unified work.
11680879 String Orchestra . . . M 75.00
Blue Sky Horizon—Randall D. Standridge.
Uplifting and bursting with energy, this
wonderful work combines driving motives,
catchy rhythms, accessible ranges, and a
pops-inspired feel to celebrate the moments
when we can all find joy in our lives. Part
of the unBroken Project, a series of pieces
pertaining to mental health.
11574025 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Boreas (The Cold North Wind)—Todd
Parrish. In Greek mythology, Boreas is
the cold north wind, making this piece a
great addition to any winter concert. The
mysterious opening leads to an exciting
finale. Students will experience spiccato
and legato bowing styles, multiple down
bows, and key changes.
10453642 String Orchestra . . . M 50.00
Call of Destiny—Liam Ramsey-White.
Summon your courage as you weave
your way through this energetic and
dramatic piece. The soft and lyrical opening
foreshadows the beginning of an epic
adventure as the tempo picks up and the
energy surges. Surely you won't be able to
resist the call of destiny!
11668610 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Canticle of Light—Gary Fagan. A heroic
celebration of performers returning to the
stage, this piece features lush, melodic
passages and upbeat sections with dance-
like rhythms. Every instrument gets a
chance to shine.
11515952 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Capsize—Erica Donahoe. The energy
of a journey through stormy seas defines
this high school orchestra piece, with
upbeat starting phrases and steady
rhythmic motion creating the feeling of
rough seas. The writing stays focused and
intense, with every section experiencing
plenty of engaging material, especially in
the technical work required to keep the
momentum tight. Bold articulation, strong
ensemble drive, and a compact ABA form
make it an effective short concert closer
with a clear thematic punch.
11673406 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
The Cartographer's Voyage—Aaron
Fryklund. Dark, forward-moving energy
propels this rhythmic adventure for high
school string orchestra as students join a
crew mapping unknown lands. A recurring
syncopated eighth-quarter-eighth motif and
driving sixteenth notes build momentum
while keeping textures clear. Heroic
melodies pass through every section, with
light shifting in violin 1, cello, and bass. An
engaging choice for teaching syncopation,
shifting, and ensemble confidence through
vivid storytelling.
11679142 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Caverns Aglow—Jennifer Meckler. Invite
your orchestra students into a glowing
underground world while giving them
hands-on experience with compound
meters like 12/8, 9/8, and 6/8. Hemiolas,
shifting keys between A minor and A major,
and a wide palette of articulations keep
every player engaged. With solos for all
instruments and independent melodic lines
across the ensemble, this piece strengthens
confidence while sparking imagination.
11688738 String Orchestra . . . M 70.00
Celestial Collisions—Dión Morales. Dark
intensity and cinematic momentum drive
this string orchestra work inspired by the
epic music of "Star Wars." Fast, repeated
sixteenth-note figures and bold accented
gestures take students and audiences
through an epic story of our heroes fighting
evil across the galaxy! Every section
contributes to the relentless energy and
narrative sweep. A powerful high school
closer that channels excitement while
demanding focus, precision, and sustained
intensity across the ensemble.
11680888 String Orchestra . . . M 75.00
Choose Kindness—Tyler Arcari. For
Grade 4 string orchestra, this work offers
a lush, sweeping sound shaped with
a frequent push and pull of the tempo
to support focused work in rubato and
expressive playing. A wide palette of colors
from calm to majestic encourages players
to explore nuanced control of tone and
phrasing, and abundant solo moments
across sections promote confident
individual musicianship.
11673101 String Orchestra . . . M 70.00
Cloud Drifting—Gavin Lendt. Weightless
motion and bright lift define this Grade 3.5
orchestra waltz that feels like drifting among
the clouds. Flowing 6/8 meter supports tied
melodic rhythms and active sixteenth-
note accompaniment, allowing focus on
rhythmic nuance at a comfortable tempo.
Lush scoring gradually accumulates energy
before a soaring peak and gentle release.
An excellent high school concert selection
for exploring the expressive versatility and
layered motion of 6/8 time.
11679123 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Colors in Motion—Doug Spata. An
invigorating intermediate-level piece for
string orchestra and optional harp comes to
life with bristling sixteenth-note runs and a
heroic, bounding melody. The music dives
into a contrasting minor key and flows into
a gentle middle section before returning to
a dashing, triumphant conclusion. Students
will get a chance to play a variety of 6/8
rhythms involving sixteenth notes, work on
their first-finger extensions, and experience
some moderate part independence.
Students will love playing this piece as they
master important intermediate-level skills.
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Compassion—Rossano Galante. Written
in memory of a 14-year-old boy who lost
his life, this emotional, lyrical selection
sets the tone for love and loss. The
introduction incorporates a gentle string
passage featuring a chordal and cerebral
texture. The violins state the main theme,
accompanied by lush string harmony. The
accompaniment becomes rhythmically
busier as the piece develops, incorporating
arpeggiations and ostinati. After reaching
its climax, the composition concludes
just as it began, with quiet and chordal
strings, bringing this musical offering to an
emotional close. (4:30)
11568641 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Dark Odyssey—Jay Coles. Cinematic
writing launches this Grade 3 orchestra
piece on a fast outer-space adventure
fueled by driving eighth notes and off-
beat accents. Energetic, syncopated
rhythms suggest rockets and cosmic travel,
balanced by a contrasting lyrical middle
that reflects the awe and mystery of space.
Constant motion builds ensemble precision
and rhythmic technique. A thrilling high
school closer that delivers excitement while
strengthening articulation, balance, and
dramatic contrast.
11679125 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Daybreak—Daniel Keeler. Written in a
friendly D major, this piece begins like the
dawning of a new day, lyrical and tranquil.
Throughout the opening, the focus is on
larger group phrasing and dynamic contrast.
Moving on to an upbeat, articulate, and
jovial section, the focus moves to hooked
bowings and rhythmic triplets that span
all strings and give cellos and violas more
time on the C string. Sections throughout
provide moments of part independence.
This is a great piece to practice different
musical styles, bowings, dynamic contrast,
and overall ensemble playing. (3:10)
11619600 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Deadly Pursuit—Aaron Soltis. Fast-paced
and rhythmically intense, this exciting piece
envisions a deadly encounter with high
stakes on the line. Driven by relentless
sixteenth-note rhythms, it pulses with
urgency and precision. Blending cinematic
scoring with the structure of a pop song, it
delivers a thrilling ride - ideal for a show-
stopping concert finale.
11639906 String Orchestra . . . M 75.00
Desert Wind—Bud Woodruff. Atmospheric
and evocative, this orchestral work captures
the force of sandstorms and swirling desert
winds in far west Texas. Shifting textures
and surging motion mirror the unpredictable
energy of the landscape, placing a strong
emphasis on precision and wide dynamic
contrast. The result is a vivid sonic picture
that challenges the orchestra to project
clarity and intensity while sustaining a
sense of motion and atmosphere.
11684445 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Drifen—Shirl Atwell. This original work
is incredibly rhythmic and driving, which
is exactly what the title means! Winner of
the 1997 TODA Composition Contest, It's
a forceful showpiece that will really impress
your audience!
2389427 String Orchestra . . . M 70.00
Echoes of Valor—Adrian Gordon. A
musical homage to bravery, painting
vivid portraits of heroism and resilience.
Beginning with heralding notes of
optimism and strength, it progresses into
a contemplative soundscape that balances
tiredness with hope, culminating in an
optimistic refrain that echoes unwavering
resolve. Approachable 6/8 meter for all, and
one shift to third position for a solo violin.
Fantastic in every way! (3:20)
11619601 String Orchestra . . . M 60.00
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