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Classical medium-advanced & advanced / Original Concert Works very easy
n Russian Easter OvertureRimsky-Korsakov/
arr. McCashin. This dynamic arrangement fully
captures the mood and spirit embodied in Rimsky-
Korsakov's original opus. Shortened to be more
accessible, the piece includes solos for violin
and viola before moving into the Allegro section.
Expanded orchestration makes this ideal for large
ensembles and festivals. A symphonic masterwork!
10066396 String Orchestra . . . . . MA 60.00
H Saint Paul's SuiteGustav Holst. Best known
for his full orchestral suite "The Planets," Holst also
wrote some particularly beautiful string music. This
suite is a prime example of his writing based on
folk tunes. Unsimplified, this is a worthy piece for
the best of orchestras!
2179943 String Orchestra . . . . . MA 70.00
Sinfonia No. 2 in D Major (Movement 1)Felix
Mendelssohn/arr. Moss. An exciting concert or
festival opener! Includes educationally appropriate
bowings and fingerings to save precious rehearsal
time and develop a mature sound. This setting is
the perfect piece to develop and refine the spiccato
bow stroke.
10364905 String Orchestra . . . . . MA 57.00
l Sinfonia No. 9 in C MajorFelix Mendelssohn-
Bartholdy/arr. Kirk Moss. A slow and somber
Grave introduction leads to a light-hearted Allegro,
presenting an ideal piece to teach sonata form. The
clearly marked bowings and artist-level fingerings
will save precious rehearsal minutes.
10453871 String Orchestra . . . . . MA 59.00
Symphony No. 8 in G Major (4th Move-
ment)Antonin Dvorak/arr. Parrish. Experience
the powerful beauty of this orchestral work at your
next concert or festival with this playable string
arrangement. While studying this masterpiece, your
players will develop shifting skills, bow technique
and expression. The fourth movement, known for
its soaring melodies and energetic finish, is the
perfect close for any performance.
10370718 String Orchestra . . . . . MA 60.00
Original Concert Works
Very Easy
AftershockLarry Clark. Beginning with a bold
and aggressive fanfare-type statement and a
number of dramatic pauses, this forceful piece is
sure to make an impact on the audience. Using two
repeated eighth note patterns as the most difficult
rhythm, the theme includes some dissonances that
create musical tension. The dynamics bring out the
emotion of the piece from beginning to end. Intense!
10277937 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
AirplaneMichael Hopkins. An exciting airplane
ride is depicted in this fun piece for beginning
string groups. The sections of the orchestra enter
gradually and the tempo of the piece increases as
the plane accelerates down the runway and takes
off. Gradually building to a fortissimo, the music
then becomes quieter as the plane descends,
and the music gradually slows as the plane
comes to a stop at the gate. In addition to being
a great piece for working on tempo changes and
dynamics, it reinforces a crisp detached bow
stroke on the quarter notes, smooth repeated
eighth notes, and using full bows on the half
notes. Imaginative and effective!
10312790 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
n AntagonistLarry Clark. In every great story
there is always an antagonist, the character whose
opposing force is central to the success of the
story. This concept has been applied to music in
this selection for string orchestra. The piece is
aggressive and at times purposely antagonizing.
Designed with the youngest of players in mind, it
works on simple repeated eighth-note patterns as
the foundation for the melodic material. Interesting
parts are provided for all instruments, and everyone
gets to play the melody. Impressive!
10093742 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H
Apollo SuiteMerle Isaac. An exceptionally
fine contribution to the literature for very young
instrumentalists. Recorded by Michigan State
University Orchestra on the CD, Teaching Music
Through Performance in Orchestra Volume 1,
Pepper #5973728.
954586 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 60.00
n Appalachian HymnSoon Hee Newbold. This
lyrical work was inspired by the traditional folk
tunes and hymns of the Appalachians. Using mostly
a simple pentatonic scale, the warm melody evokes
rustic images of the American outdoors. The writing
makes even smaller groups sound full. This is an
ideal choice for your next concert.
2480753 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
ArmadaVictor Lopez. Experience the thrill of
the sailing of the Spanish Armada in this original
composition. Using only six notes, this piece is
perfect for working on balance and blend. Your
beginners will sound like more experienced players!
Includes optional drum set.
10303092 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Attack!Jeffrey Frizzi. The dark sound of D minor
is paired with aggressive, repeated down bow
strokes to create a mood of impending doom for
beginning string groups. A great way for teaching
low 2nd finger, double stops and B flats, this is one
that your young players can really dig into.
10185981 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
l AttilaWilliam Owens. The mighty army of
Attila the Hun is once again on the move with this
aggressive yet masterfully crafted work! Melodies
both powerful and tender come together to create
a memorable musical experience. Fun to play and
incredible to hear!
10454262 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Battle QuestMike Forbes. Give your beginning
string players a challenge with this aggressive
sounding work. The thematic material is first heard
in the violas as the rest of the sections play basic
rhythms in 4/4, but with shifting accents, creating
the illusion of mixed meters. The excellent use of
dynamics, articulation and pizzicato provide young
players with "meaty" material that makes them
sound much more advanced.
10366532 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
l The BeastMichael Story. This original work
is accessible for beginners and is designed to
musically depict a large, four-hoofed animal, real
or imaginary.
10453840 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 Canon PowerBob Lipton. Powerful, energetic
and fun, this piece is a great opportunity to
encourage independent playing within ensembles.
Bolster each section's confidence as they
present several different melodies in true canon
fashion, with a few twists and turns thrown in for
good measure.
10454257 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H
Celtic DanceMark Williams. Young string
players will love getting a hold of this playable
original dance in the Celtic style. Written in E dorian
mode, the work uses only the notes of a one-octave
D major scale, and makes a fine introduction to
modal harmonies.
2442465 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
Chins and PinsRichard Meyer. Check out this
musical conversation between the "Chins" and the
"Pins!" Students will learn the roles of melody and
accompaniment as the ensemble trades phrases
in contrasting motion using only the notes of the
D Major scale. Frequent changes from arco to
pizzicato will keep everyone on their toes!
10370525 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
Clash of the Triads!arr. Deborah Baker
Monday. The "clash" of your favorite themes
abound in this highly entertaining arrangement.
Beethoven vs. Mozart is finally trampled by the
favorite Can-Can. Everyone will love this classical
combo of themes from Beethoven's "Fifth
Symphony," Mozart's "Eine Kleine Nactmusik,"
and Offenbach's "Can-Can!"
10312808 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
Concerto for TriangleMike Hannickel. Here's
a unique way to add some fun to your program.
Staged with a featured player, this piece unfolds
with numerous missed opportunities for the triangle
soloist (maybe a local celebrity, like the principal,
mayor, or a special teacher), and culminates with a
big finish concerto style.
10185485 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 35.00
n Curtain Up! (Complete Concert No. 1)Brian
Balmages, Laurden Bernofsky, Carrie Lane Gruselle
& Soon Hee Newbold. For directors on a budget,
we are pleased to offer this exciting collection of
four pieces at one low price that work well as a
full concert program. The set contains pieces in
a variety of styles including Renaissance, novelty,
programmatic, and folk.
10277915 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . 100.00
Dance of FireFrank J. Halferty. This energetic
and refreshing original is destined to be a student
favorite for years to come. From bold, rustic
sections to soft and suspense-building tremolos
and pizzicatos, this piece has what it takes to
motivate players to practice, and makes young
groups sound mature.
10093696 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
l DaydreamsRobert Sheldon. Everyone has the
pleasure of an occasional daydream - reality is set
aside and happy thoughts or memories are brought
to mind. It is in this spirit that daydreams transports
your audience to a lovely, imaginary place.
10453623 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
DNAVince Gassi. The perfect code for an
enjoyable and playable musical work! Everyone
takes a turn playing the melody, as well as the
recurring motif. Add a touch of percussion and
varying dynamics to this calypso style tune, and
you'll have a selection that will be a favorite of
students and audience alike!
10370540 String Orchestra,
Percussion Req. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Dragon SlayerRob Grice. This exciting musical
adventure is set in E minor and uses only 6 notes. It
is rhythmic and offers optional percussion and mild
dissonance to complete the dark, medieval sound.
Sure to be a favorite at your next concert!
10008659 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 EpicLarry Clark. This intense composition for the
developing string orchestra is both sweeping and
catchy. It has a contagious melody that the students
will enjoy playing.
10457543 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
l Eventide VoyageMarc Allison. Your orchestra
will love the waves of texture changes with double-
stops, pizzicato, accents, and many dynamic
contrasts. Since all instruments get a turn at the
helm, your students will go overboard with this
delightful piece.
10459191 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
ExpressionsBill Calhoun. Thick, lush chords
are heard throughout this gentle, tender piece for
young players. As the title implies, it is a study in
expression, which challenges the ensemble's
command of bow speed and vibrato. Its chorale-
like nature makes use of non-chord tones to project
its emotion, asking each performer to play with
maximum ensemble awareness and sensitivity. This
gorgeous piece is a moving addition to any program.
10366556 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n FableLarry Clark. Written to sound like
background music for a fairytale cartoon, this is
a tuneful musical narrative that students will love!
Fable has an energetic and upbeat main theme,
followed by a beautiful and cinematic slower theme.
This would be a perfect piece to showcase your
orchestra with at a contest or festival performance.
10070866 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
n Fiddle Faddle HoedownThom Sharp. Your
first-years will fiddle their hearts out during this foot-
stomper. This selection focuses on repeated 16th
note patterns at a quick tempo, building confidence
through lots of unison playing. Get out your cowboy
boots and hat - get ready for a hoedown!
10374121 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
l Fire Dragon MountainRob Grice. The driving
rhythms and powerful harmonies of this dramatic
work create a stark image of ferocious, fire-
breathing dragons roaming the mountain. From the
first note, this epic piece will grab the attention of
your audience!
10453843 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
First Concert SuiteSusan H. Day. Here is a set
of three stylistically different pieces that are perfect
for your students' first concert. Pizzicato Party
utilizes pizzicato on open strings. Noah's Arc again
uses open strings, this time with the bow. Suite
Sweet Slurs introduces slurring of notes in groups
of two over a light, sweet melody.
10304011 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
l
G! I Like EchoesLorie Gruneisen. This lively
Grade 1 piece focuses on three concepts: note-
reading on the G string, combined quarter and
eighth note rhythm patterns, and dynamic changes.
Written in echo style, this piece is lots of fun to play
and hear!
10431419 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
n Gaelic CastleSoon Hee Newbold. Opening
with the powerful sound of open 5ths, this work
transports the listener back to ancient times and life
in a magnificent castle. Experience the festivals and
celebrations that would often occur as the melodies
work their way through all sections of the orchestra.
Exciting and jovial!
10066333 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n HiawathaSoon Hee Newbold. You can almost
hear the tribal drums beating in this exciting piece
inspired by the famous native American chief!
An ostinato pattern in the low strings sets the
tone, and your players will need F naturals and
C naturals to pull off the D dorian sound. A great
piece that's sure to work into cross-curricular and
multicultural learning!
2474310 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Honor and GlorySoon Hee Newbold. Dedicated
to the brave men and women who risk their lives to
protect others and serve in the name of freedom,
Honor and Glory has bold and majestic themes
throughout. The lyrical melody soars over the
rhythmic bass line as harmonies intertwine to create
a touching and memorable portion of your next
concert. Truly inspirational and characteristic of the
fine writing associated with Soon Hee Newbold.
10047902 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Into the Dragon's DenRaymond Brown. Like a
brave knight entering the dragon's den, beginning
string players venture forth into the dark unknown
with this imaginative work - and confront F natural.
Young players will also become more comfortable
with two-note slurs. Rise to the challenge and take
on the fire-breathing dragon!
10366966 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Into the SkyBrian Balmages. This work is
portrays the thrill of takeoff and flight while only
using quarter notes in all string instruments!
Fanfare-style themes combine with the energetic
rhythms of the piano to give the music momentum
and intensity. While piano is not required, it adds a
great deal to the orchestration and will help your
youngest of students feel like they are soaring!
10066319 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Jasmine Flowerarr. Douglas Wagner. Here is
a very beautiful setting of the traditional Chinese
folk song Molihua. This tune is a vital part of
Chinese New Year celebrations and was featured
at the 2004 Summer Olympics. The soothing
pentatonic melody is reminiscent of the simple
beauty of the lovely white jasmine blossom and its
delightful scent. Players will encounter no technical
impediments in performance, with the independent
piano accompaniment and optional percussion
creating the perfect musical landscape for this
multicultural offering. Very nice!
10014643 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Kabuki DanceRichard Meyer. This makes a
great change-of-pace at any performance! The
Japanese sound, brought about with a pentatonic
scale, moves from D major to B minor and offers
colors and textures rarely found in pieces for
young orchestras. Written in ABA form, the work
begins with a delicate pizzicato section, followed
by a more aggressive minor section, then returns
to the opening for a satisfying close. While very
simple note-wise, this piece offers outstanding
opportunities for improvement in ensemble playing,
rhythms, dynamics and pizzicato tone production.
A nice choice!
2478638 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
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