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Elementa—Soon Hee Newbold. This
stunning three-movement portrays the
classical elements air, earth, fire, and
water. The opening movement, Flights of
Fancy, symbolizes air and features soaring
phrases. The second movement, Terra,
resembles an Appalachian lullaby and
represents earth. The final movement, Fire
and Ice, is a tour de force that captures the
elements fire and water meeting to create
steam and the resulting kinetic energy.
Glorious music!
11399644 String Orchestra M-MA 95.00
Fantasia Invernale (Winter Fantasy)—
Julia Richards. Dreamy and deeply
expressive, this accessible lyrical work
for orchestra captures the bittersweet
longing for warm summers from the heart
of a cold winter. Sweeping dynamic swells
carry players and listeners alike through a
landscape of wishful imagination and quiet
anticipation. A beautifully evocative addition
to any winter program, it will resonate with
performers and audiences of all ages!
11689835 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Fire Dance—Soon Hee Newbold.
Challenge your orchestra as they conjure
images of fire and daring dances! A 9/8
meter is broken into 2+2+2+3 creating an
uneven "four" feel that is not too difficult
and adds intensity to the dance. Infectious
rhythms and melodies are passed
throughout the orchestra as the work
develops amidst a wide array of dynamics.
Thrilling!
10027383 String Orchestra . . . M 60.00
Firebirds—Randall Standridge. Heroic
momentum charges through this Grade
3 string orchestra work blending original
material with themes from Stravinsky's "The
Firebird." Repeated syncopated rhythms
and bold harmonies fuel nonstop energy as
soaring melodic ideas build to a triumphant
close. The writing feels mature and powerful
while remaining approachable by high
school players. A compelling selection that
introduces the unique sounds of Stravinsky
while offering an exciting, high-impact
concert experience rooted in resilience and
renewal. Part of The unBroken Project, a
program that seeks to engage with mental
health issues through music.
11683809 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Flight—Susan H. Day. Capture the thrill
and excitement of flight with this dramatic
work! Written in the keys of B minor and
E minor, in 4/4 time, the music's essential
features are rich chordal textures and the
use of arpeggios and divisi.
10453652 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Footprints—Chris M. Bernotas. Comforting
warmth shapes this string orchestra work
inspired by the poem Footprints in the
Sand unfolding through slow, expressive
writing. Independent lines create a rich
orchestration that challenges ensembles
to balance, while a lighter middle driven by
repeated staccato eighth notes offers a light
contrast. A meaningful high school concert
or festival choice for showcasing blend,
independence, and expressive range.
11680881 String Orchestra . . . M 70.00
Fredonia Fanfare—Michael Hopkins. This
intermediate adaptation of a full-orchestra
festival work channels fast, rhythmic energy
into an accessible setting for strings. Varied
bowings drive the music forward, including
détaché, martelé, and repeated up- and
down-bow figures, while reinforcing
articulation control and coordination. The
constant motion keeps players engaged
as technical focus shifts between precision,
clarity, and unified ensemble drive.
11684454 String Orchestra . . . M 55.00
Graveyard Shift—Chris Thomas. Step
into the eerie world of the graveyard shift
that invites you to dance with the shadows
and embrace the supernatural. This piece
offers an opportunity to learn shifting
techniques while incorporating various
spine-tingling sound effects, additional
optional instrumentation, and vintage
Halloween audio effects. Answer the
spectral summons and become part of the
graveyard shift, when the macabre seizes
the stage and sinister strings mesmerize
your audience. (3:45)
11568691 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Gravitas—Soon Hee Newbold. A grand
opening or closing piece for your next
concert, this powerful work celebrates
strength, beauty, and the journey that
shapes us. This highly cinematic and
inspirational music includes soaring lines
that will take your group to the next level as
the adrenaline rushes in. Optional harp and
percussion add even more! (4:15)
11568700 String Orchestra . . . M 70.00
The Grindstone—Daniel Keeler. Put
the pedal to the metal! Inspired by the
fountain of sparks when cutting metal, this
work is designed to "sharpen" the skills
of any young string player. Beginning
in A minor with quiet, focused energy,
then adding a driving beat mixed with a
lush middle section, this epic piece will
have your students rocking out. Light
syncopation, dynamic contrast, and some
part independence offer opportunities to
work on important aspects of ensemble
performance.
11668616 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Harlem Echoes—Jay Coles. A vibrant
celebration of the Harlem Renaissance,
the powerful cultural movement that gave
rise to a new era of African American art,
literature, and music. Inspired by the energy
and innovation of this time, the work weaves
together echoes of jazz, blues, hip hop, and
soul. Rhythmic drive and lyrical intensity
flow through the piece, offering both solos
and powerful statements from the full
ensemble, echoing the Renaissance's spirit
of creativity, resilience, and pride.
11668622 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Harlequins—David Simmons. Inspired
by carnivals, Renaissance fairs, and
those creepy circuses that roll into town
at midnight, this original piece for string
orchestra spins a world of mischief and
color. Set in 4/4 in the key of E minor,
the piece leaps between a bold opening
theme and a more lyrical idea in E major,
with melodies tossed eagerly among every
part. The violins stay comfortably in first
position and the bowings are thoughtfully
planned, making the music friendly to play.
With its playful back and forth and its need
for strong ensemble teamwork, this piece
brings a burst of whimsical energy to any
concert program.
11688741 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Hawk's Landing—Cindy Hill. Bold,
cinematic, and immediately engaging,
this dynamic work gives your ensemble
an exciting introduction to syncopation
through powerful, driving phrases. The
strong melodic writing inspires confident,
expressive playing from every performer.
11689863 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Hyperion—Kathryn Griesinger. Go on an
exciting and cinematic journey inspired by
Hyperion, one of the mighty Titans of Greek
mythology. Using some shifting in violin
1 and cello, a powerful theme in A minor
builds over energetic rhythms in the low
strings, with ascending scalar passages
that climb and soar to the heavens.
Students encounter an engaging mix of
energetic passages filled with staccatos,
accents, and sweeping lyrical lines. A
strong choice for the high school orchestra
looking for a dramatic concert closer.
11668608 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
In Your Wildest Dreams—Tyler S.
Grant. Inspiring and powerful, this joyous,
exuberant work includes lively ostinatos
that pair with beautiful sweeping lines in
a celebration of the world's dreamers and
their determination to make their dreams a
reality. Interesting harmonic shifts bring the
work to an exhilarating conclusion. (2:00)
11619643 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Incantations—Richard Meyer. Two solo
violins and a solo viola introduce this piece
through a haunting, lyrical theme, which
is subsequently taken up by the entire
orchestra. It expands, gradually morphing
into a fast and frenetic second theme. The
two themes are then heard at the same
time, each vying for attention. The pace
slackens momentarily before a wild coda
closes the piece. Full of a wide variety of
colors and interesting tonalities, this work
gives every section of the mature string
orchestra a chance to shine.
2478662 String Orchestra . . . M 75.00
Joy and Jubilation—R. Christopher
Teichler. Opening with a fanfare-like
exclamation, this majestic work for
orchestra features soaring melodies and
forceful rhythms. Richly scored with an
impressive range of dynamics, keys, and
meters, this showpiece works well as a
concert opener for high school concert,
festival, or competition performances.
11685741 String Orchestra . . . M 70.00
Juggernaut—R. Scott Whittington.
The piece unfolds through a series of
contrasting variations, each offering its
own unique character and style. From
lyrical passages to rhythmic drive, students
experience a wide range of techniques and
moods, keeping every section engaged and
challenged. Ideal for high school orchestras,
it provides opportunities to develop stylistic
flexibility and expressive phrasing, all while
maintaining an approachable level of
difficulty. A versatile and rewarding addition
to any concert program.
11632604 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Lake of the Clouds—Michael Hopkins.
Beautiful and lyrical, this original concert
work for string orchestra depicts a visit to
Lake of the Clouds in Michigan's Upper
Peninsula. The lake is deep blue and
lies within thick old-growth forests. The
music portrays the majestic beauty and
enchanting scenery of this natural treasure.
This is an outstanding piece for working on
sustaining tone, legato bows, dynamics,
and phrasing.
11515947 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Lion City—Soon Hee Newbold. Experience
the diverse cultures of Singapore in a
whirlwind of sonorities! From the opening
harmonic glissandos to the innovative
special effects sounds that imitate
authentic instruments such as the ehru,
pipa, and gamelan, this work is brilliantly
orchestrated. Combined with rhythmic
intensity and soaring themes, your strings
will experience a powerful sound they've
never created before! Sensational!
10066399 String Orchestra . . . M 75.00
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