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l Mother Goose TalesBrendan McBrien. This
Grade 2 original work is inspired by five whimsical
rhymes. Text that can be read aloud before each
movement is included. Students and their audiences
will love this nostalgic walk through these childhood
classics: The Clever Hen; The Old Woman of
Harrow; Rain; The Clock and Wee Willie Winkie.
10452978 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Mystic FawnKeiko Yamada. The title conjures
up images of a beautiful fawn illuminated by
early morning sunlight in a fog filled meadow.
The introduction sets the mood and lays out the
harmonic material used throughout the piece.
The rest of the work is made up of various
interpretations of the main theme, with a big build
to a climactic statement. The piece concludes with
a cascading figure followed by lush chords that
gently fade away. Stunning!
10366568 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Night RideDeborah Baker Monday. A
mysterious adventure awaits in this dramatic piece
for developing strings. Beginning with a haunting
four note motive, the music turns to a pulsing bass
line that gets the wheels in motion for the exciting
ride. Each section shares the spotlight for short
melodic statements that are always supported by
a strong counterpoint. A truly thrilling piece!
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Night ShiftRichard Meyer. Take a look at this
driving, modal composition that's loaded with some
great techniques! As the title implies, early shifting
is the main focus, with pizzicato and easy 16th notes
added for variety. All around, this is an excellent and
very mature sounding piece for your young players!
2346344 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
NightriderRichard Meyer. This thrilling piece
is reminiscent of Schumann's character pieces
for young musicians. Written in a minor mode, its
melody reinforces F and C naturals and gives young
players more experience in 3/4 meter. The piece
uses both A minor and A major, and offers a chance
at a simple col legno bowing. Students will love the
mysterious tonality and driving rhythms. Highly
entertaining and educational at the same time!
2703076 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
One Bow ConcertoRichard Meyer. Your
audience will laugh out loud! A violinist, a violist and
a cellist have soloist seats in front of the orchestra,
and they share just one bow, passing it to one
another just in the nick of time. The orchestra is all
pizzicato, so there really is only one bow. "But a cellist
shouldn't use a violin bow," you think. Right, so they
stop passing it to him and the cellist shows what he
thinks of that! By the end the bow is in the hand of
the conductor. Recommended as a show-stopper!
2475422 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 60.00
PastorellaRichard Meyer. Two contrasting
tunes, one for high instruments and one for low, are
woven together using basic 6/8 rhythms. Some fun
hand-clapping accompaniment, a violin solo, and a
duet for first stand violins add interest and variety to
this charming Spanish flavored selection. Delightful!
10370673 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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Petite TangoCasimer Kriechbaum. Optional
piano and percussion make this a truly fun work
for young strings! Recorded by Michigan State
University Orchestra on the CD, Teaching Music
Through Performance in Orchestra Volume 1.
988287 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n A Pioneer's TaleAlan Lee Silva. The Americana
flavor of A Pioneer's Tale captures the spirit of past
adventures in U.S. history as explorers pushed out
West to discover new frontiers. The folk song-like
melody stated by the 1st violins depict a long
pioneer as he sets out on his journey. Quickly
joined by other adventurers, violin 2 and viola create
a harmonic outline with open-string double-stops.
The ensemble soars with energy as the melody is
heard over punctuated figures depicting the new
excitement in the West. A final vigorous and fiddle-
like phrase in the high strings over open fifths in the
low strings concludes the piece with intensity. This
one is very spirited!
10308798 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
n Rain FestivalJeremy Woolstenhulme. Easily
chosen as their favorite of the year - because
your players enjoyed creating moods and sounds
outside the traditional classical realm! Simple
percussion parts are included so string students
can experience the tambourine, wood block, rain
stick, claves and conga drum. Finger snaps create
the sound of rain before moving into a dance-like
syncopated theme. An excellent selection for a
concert closer or recruitment piece.
10366971 String Orchestra,
Percussion Req. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
RickshawKeiko Yamada. The rickshaw was
the transportation of choice for the Japanese
elite during the 19th century. This lively piece is
a light-hearted musical depiction of riding in one
of these human-powered carts. The work begins
with a moderately paced main theme and folk-like
harmonies. The piece then slows down a bit as
the rickshaw driver takes a brief rest. But then it's
time to get back on the street as the original tempo
returns. A frantic presto concludes the piece as the
operator runs to get his rider to their destination on
time. Delightful!
10278008 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
RipcordGeorge Sweet. With a pull of the
ripcord, this exciting piece begins! Whether it's
releasing a parachute or starting a small engine,
the introductory fanfare immediately sets the music
into motion. A variety of playing techniques create a
wide array of harmonic and rhythmic contrasts. An
exuberant work to challenge young players!
10366578 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
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Sahara CrossingRichard Meyer. Sounds of a
desert caravan are found in this fun and exciting
original by Richard Meyer. It's an excellent piece to
reinforce the tonal color of low first finger notes (Eb
and Bb). The bouncing cello and bass parts and
optional tambourine and finger cymbal parts add
just the right exotic flavor. Wonderful!
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n Ships of IrelandSoon Hee Newbold. This
driving, D minor jig is a great way to close a concert!
All sections get a chance to play the theme as well
as accompany, using pizzicato, drones, or a lilting
figure that conveys the rolling waves of the sea.
This calls for crisp, clean playing that will bring out
the best in your students and thrill your audience.
2701813 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
l A Silent EchoGeorge Sweet. Lush harmonies
and cascading sounds add charm to this wonderful
piece of music. Contemporary and fresh, it uses all
of the forces of the string orchestra to great effect.
10457525 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
SilhouettesAlan Lee Silva. With legato
melodic lines, driving marcato phrases and quiet
pizzicato figures, Silhouettes employs a wide
range of musical techniques for young players
to grasp. The piece begins with four measures
of unaccompanied, solo violin playing the lyrical
melody. The rest of the orchestra then joins to
create lovely melodies and harmonies that are lush
and full-sounding. Expressive playing and dynamic
contrasts showcase your students' musicianship
from beginning to end.
10366584 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
l Slavic CelebrationBill Calhoun. This fun
piece depicts the sounds and rhythms of the
Slavic people. It contains a lively opening with a
contrasting, lush middle section.
10457569 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n SnowflakeYukiko Nishimura. Floating and
delicate, this gorgeous piece features long melody
lines and plenty of sustaining harmonies. It evokes
the feeling of taking a walk during a gentle snowfall.
The first violin part leads with the main melody, as
the other sections have an inner melody. Each line
should be played espressivo at all times. A stunning
selection for winter concerts.
10093756 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
l The Southern MarchBob Cerulli. This lovely
march will suit any concert, and is written at a very
playable level! Three different themes means plenty
of variety for your students.
10453850 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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Spring Breezesarr. Richard Meyer. Try this
tender folksong from Taiwan to develop your
students' sensitive and lyric style. Accompanied
by lush, modern-sounding harmonies, the melody
is passed to each section. The solos for violin
and cello are at a medium-easy level, and are
accompanied by a prominent harp or piano part.
Simply gorgeous!
2442762 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
l Spring ShowerDavid Bobrowitz/ed. J. Cameron
Law. This lovely tune gives the listener a feeling of
waking up on a sunlit spring day. As is typical of
the Springtime, towards the end of the piece, a
sudden shower takes over the landscape. Here
tremolos in the upper strings counter the low string
melody, evocative of a pleasant steady rain. A great
way of teaching tremolo technique and sensitive
expressive playing.
10460695 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Stone Mountain StompCarl Strommen.
This one stands out in the "fiddle tune" category.
Carl Strommen has managed to take some of
the sounds of Southern fiddling and mix them
with a Western "Copland-esque" style and make
something really special. Another great feature of
this one is that the violas and low strings all get a
chance at some fiddling.
2472094 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
l Streets of ShilinWilliam Owens. Experience
the energy and excitement of the world-famous
Taiwanese night markets! Largely in minor mode,
this spirited work covers a wide scope of styles.
The optional percussion part will lend an authentic
quality to your performance.
10454263 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Tango D'amourSusan Day. Winner of the
2006 Texas Orchestra Directors Association
Composition Contest, the French title means
"Tango of Love." From the opening three chords,
this piece is set apart by its dramatic quality,
intriguing harmonies and genuine tango style.
Written in D minor, all parts stay in first position.
An appropriate choice for any concert, festival, or
contest, students and teachers will want to play
this one every day!
10026992 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
l Through the Eye of the StormRyan Meeboer.
This work, full of suspense and intensity, describes
the fury of a storm. It begins with strong dynamics,
articulation and a rhythmic drive that carries
throughout the entire piece.
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H ToccatinaWilliam Hofeldt. This is exceptionally
nice! Very rhythmic and in a minor key, this "little
toccata" is a very welcome addition to the easy
string orchestra literature!
2253037 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Treasure QuestTom May. Students love great
adventure music, and Treasure Quest is sure to
please. A seafaring, swashbuckling tune in 3/4 with
bold statements for all parts, this mini-overture by
composer/string educator Tom May is a delight to
learn and perform.
10343656 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 35.00
n TurbulenceWilliam Owens. Turbulence gets
its kick from driving accented rhythms and edgy
dissonance. It's got the right balance of lyrical style
and rhythmic punch for even your violas and cellos
to shake things up. Highly recommended.
10307145 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
l The Turtle DoveSarah Siegler. This well-known
English folk song dates back to the 17th century.
The haunting melody reflects the nature of the call
of the turtledove, and the lyrics speak of one who
must leave his true love. In this arrangement, the
cello begins the beautiful longing tune, and then
passes it to the full ensemble as the piece builds
from soft to loud.
10458602 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 35.00
4 Valse DiaboliqueJoseph Compello. This dark,
rich and mysterious piece would fit perfectly on a
Halloween concert or festival. This is the kind of
music students love to play.
10457585 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Variations on an Irish TuneBrian Balmages.
Based on Thomas Moore's famous song The
Minstrel Boy, this work uses the full gamut of
styles and techniques, from bagpipe drones to
lyrical playing and even fiddle music. The work
is composed of three variations that run together
seamlessly. The first variation presents the
entire tune, much more upbeat than it is usually
performed. The second, lyrical section is absolutely
beautiful and offers an opportunity for working on
musicianship and phrasing without overextending
the group technically. The final section is fiddle
music and takes the audience on a thrill ride that
builds to a glorious conclusion. A wonderful piece
to showcase your group!
10008688 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 VikingSoon Hee Newbold. Take on the dynamic
spirit of the ancient Vikings in this energetic piece!
Open-string double stops, pizzicato, and optional
percussion create a dramatic sound that will
transport you into a legendary seafaring adventure.
Each instrument part is featured while working on
various bowing styles and dynamics. Violins utilize
low 2nd finger, while basses have limited low 1s.
10454265 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Viola CountryRichard Meyer. Spotlight your
magnificent violas in this feature with Western
flavors, and give your "unsung heroes" a chance
to show off. Includes a heroic opening, a flashy
"fiddle" melody and a flowing legato section. Easy
to rehearse, and fun for every section!
10370736 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
4 WinstrideDoug Spata. In this sunny, playful
piece, the notes and rhythms are basic. There are
great counting challenges and a minor-key middle
section that offers nice contrast, but young players
will hardly notice the challenges.
10453639 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Wood Splitter FanfareBrian Balmages.
Inspired by the courage of a string player, this will
immediately command your audience's attention!
A thrilling fanfare with sweeping lines, forceful
rhythms, and counterpoint all in a short grade 2.5
that is quite achievable! Your group will sound like
a symphony orchestra as the music drives through
several sections before a flurry of chords bring the
work to an exciting conclusion. Intense!
10066346 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 Yuki MatsuriKeiko Yamada. Meaning "snow
festival" in Japanese, Yuki Matsuri takes the listener
on a journey through the winter festivals of Japan.
There is, however, plenty of sophistication and
musicality required.
10457591 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 Zombie TangoJames Meredith. Imagine two
zombies dancing a zombie tango! This would make
a great piece for Halloween, or anytime zombie
fever is taking over your school.
10457593 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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