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HarrowlandDoug Spata. Sweeping dynamic
changes, dark melodies that flow between the
sections, and driving ostinatos add to the shadowy
allure of the dramatic journey of Harrowland.
Teachers will appreciate the technical workout
provided for students with string crossings and
repeat markings throughout. Add suspense and
excitement to any concert program!
10308041 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Harvest MoonLarry Clark. Here is an
exciting piece that uses a light spiccato style and
tuneful melody to depict, in sound, the harvest
moon. The spiccato accompaniment sets the
mood as the main theme is stated in the first
violins. The melody builds to the B section
where it is treated to a more lush accompanying
harmony. Thick open fifths in the lower strings
provide a strong sense of tension that is finally
released by a climactic return of the main theme
in a lush and majestic treatment. Great writing for
young string players!
10308804 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
n Haunted CarouselSoon Hee Newbold. This
melancholy yet alluring melody conjures images
of an old carousel haunted by spirits. From the
eerie harmonies of the opening to the more spirited
melodies that follow, this work takes listeners on
a rollercoaster of emotions as they experience the
many moods of the haunted carousel. Sure to be a
concert favorite!
10066365 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l ImpravadaDavid Shaffer. The slow, lush
opening moves into an energetic Vivace section.
Unique textures, expressive melodies and
striking contrasts are all contained in this very
playable composition.
10459069 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
l In the Court of the KingRandall Standridge/ed.
J. Cameron Law. This very catchy work for strings
and percussion captures the feel of a Renaissance
dance or a medieval festival. Effective use of dance
rhythms gives the piece a driving, urgent quality.
10460683 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
In the Pirate's WakeRichard Rigg. Hoist the
Jolly Roger and break out your cutlass! With added
percussion, this piece in D minor is fun, exciting,
and reminiscent of the glory days of Black Bart and
Long John Silver. Skill development abounds as
students use double up-bows, bow lifts, pizzicato
and a dotted eighth/sixteenth note combination.
Perfect for developing string lads and lasses!
10370565 String Orchestra,
Percussion Req. . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n IntensitySean O'Loughlin. As the title implies,
this piece is driving and aggressive. This is music
your students will enjoy playing, and offers you
some creative teaching opportunities. There's great
momentum and a strong finish your students will be
proud to play!
10046238 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
l An Irish FarewellTurlough O'Carolan/arr.
Deborah Baker Monday. This lovely melody
has become one of O'Carolan's most popular
pieces. In this arrangement, the melody is shared
by all instruments, giving young students the
opportunity to play with expression. An optional
harp part is included.
10453634 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
IroncladSean O'Loughlin. Take to the high
seas in this battle between pirates and sailors. The
aggressive pirate theme starts the piece with a bold
statement. The sailor theme is then presented and
the two tunes contend to be the main melody of the
piece. The pirate theme has the last word as it leads
the work to an exciting conclusion.
10277982 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
l Jamaican JamLoreta Fin. This Caribbean-
flavored composition partners solid, repetitive
rhythms in the lower strings with a smooth, relaxed
melodic line.
10454106 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Japanese LullabyKeiko Yamada. This dramatic
music is based on an authentic Japanese folk song
Mori no Fukuro (The Forest Owl). This pensive and
beautiful tune becomes the inspiration for a truly
unique arrangement. Textures change mysteriously
as a solo violin and solo cello exchange, melodies,
followed by 2 solo violins soaring over pizzicato
accompaniment. This builds into the final statement
of the folk song with an obbligato in the first violins.
Highly recommended!
10013227 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
JoustRichard Meyer. This simple, yet mature-
sounding piece is sure to spark your students'
imagination, taking them back to the exciting
jousting tournaments of medieval times. The piece
begins with a simple, fanfare-like melody depicting
a procession of knights into an arena. In the second
section, in E minor, we hear the ensuing contest,
with the two battling knights represented by high
and low voices moving in contrary motion. Driving
eighth notes, minor and modal harmonies, and
unexpected accents contribute to the excitement
and energy. A great opportunity to improve
students' reading on the lower strings, this piece is
full of wonderful teaching opportunities, and is sure
to motivate the young string orchestra!
10032625 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
4 KilimanjaroAlan Lee Silva. This musical
depiction of the famous African mountain contrasts
bold, aggressive spots with beautiful, lyrical lines.
10457553 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l
KineticShirl Jae Atwell. Full of energy and
motion, this exciting piece requires a strong
rhythmic sense and beat. Students will enjoy playing
the driving rhythms in this excellent, accessible
teaching piece for syncopation.
10444019 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
King's CourtSusan Day. The driving ostinato
open string drones and modal melody evoke the
days of Kings and Knights in armor, ready for battle!
Students love playing dramatic minor melodies and
it's not difficult to achieve a big sound with this one.
Suitable for advanced elementary or middle school
string players, it is fun to play no matter how many
years of experience a player has!
10026999 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Kingsbridge MarchWilliam Dyson. This
processional march is in the style of Elgar and
Walton, and has a distinct English flavor. Good
string writing avoids shifting and extensions, and
offers the opportunity to work on both detache and
legato bowing styles. Recorded by Michigan State
University Orchestra on the CD, Teaching Music
Through Performance in Orchestra Volume 1.
2254894 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
5973728 Teaching Music Through
Performance In Orchestra,
Vol. 1, 4 CD Set . . . . . . . . . 49.50
n LabyrinthVance Zuehlsdorff/ed. Law. A
labyrinth is defined as "an intricate combination of
passages in which it is difficult to find one's way
or to reach the exit," and this setting is perfect
theme music for such a situation. Set in a minor
key utilizing an eerie opening, imaginative chord
progressions, and plunging, intense musical
scenarios. A wild ride for string orchestra that will
keep listeners on the edge of their seats!
10370783 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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Las Mariposas ExoticasDoug Spata. "Exotic
Butterflies" is the translation of the title of this Latin-
flavored selection. Written in a style to imitate an
Argentinean guitar, pizzicato strings and lilting
melodies create the light effect needed for the
butterfly imagery.
2442705 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
l Lazy Sunday BluesLoreta Fin. This laid-back
selection can be played with swung or straight
eighth notes. It boasts chromatic passages and
syncopated rhythms that are easy to consolidate.
The bass "slap" is played with the right hand
slapping the strings on the fingerboard.
10454108 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n LegacySean O'Loughlin. This piece creates
a lasting legacy by the use of a dramatic tone
that conjures up legendary stories from days
gone by. The dramatic, aggressive tone is stated
immediately and is developed through use of
articulation variations and dynamics contrasts.
A measure of silence creates much anticipation
for the return of the main melody and a dramatic
ending. A very solid work for young players!
10308794 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
l A Little Folk DanceBob Cerulli. This fun little
tune is in the style of a Baroque gavotte. Every
section plays the melody, and the second violins
often doubles the violas. The perfect piece for a first
orchestra experience!
10453855 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H Little SymphonyCarold Nunez. This lively piece
was composed in the style of Mozart, although the
composer's own personality does shine through.
There is a strong emphasis on different bowing
techniques including spiccato, legato bowing,
successive strong crossings and down bows.
Enjoyable for the audience, too! Recorded by
Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD
Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra,
Volume 1 - Pepper #5973728.
5444401 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
LuminescenceAlan Lee Silva. Shimmering with
joyful enthusiasm, the energetic opening ensemble
figures shine through to the very end. A flowing
melody dances on top of a pulsing accompaniment
as the piece surges forward, transitioning to a
majestic, yet haunting, statement. Returning to the
cheerful theme, the piece reprises the introduction
material with glistening notes and an exhilarating
conclusion. Uplifting and inspiring!
10277980 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
March of the IntrepidSusan H. Day. This high
energy rhythmic selection is fun for any grade level
and any size group. It features easy but driving
rhythms and techniques such as detache bowing,
tremolo, accents, pizzicato, and a few slurs. Written
in the key of A minor, which reinforces the use of low
2nd fingers for upper strings. This is a guaranteed
crowd pleaser for audiences and players!
10370587 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n March of the ShadowsBrian Balmages. A
dark and spooky way to introduce young players
to Bb and Eb. Smart and edgy with unexpected
harmonic and rhythmic twists, program this one for
fall concerts for spine-tingling encores!
10277874 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 March of the Wood ElvesDoug Spata. A
mysterious pizzicato pulse sets the tone in this
sly scherzo while shadowy melodies evoke the
mischievous elves. Dynamics ebb and flow
throughout and the technical focus is on two-note
slurs and G-string notes.
10453636 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
l The Miller's FiddlerDoris Gazda. This
delightful setting showcases three popular fiddle
tunes: durham Rangers; Tom and Jerry and Miss
McCloud's Reel. Every section of the orchestra
gets a chance to fiddle with the tune in this well-
crafted arrangement.
10457583 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n MomentumRobert Longfield. Here's a very
creative work in a simple ABA form that will show
your orchestra in the best light. It begins with a
driving rhythmic melody that generates a great
deal of intensity. As the "Momentum" begins to
slow, your first violin has a brief solo opportunity
to show off some lyrical playing over pizzicato
strings. The haunting melody moves toward a
glorious key change, and a brief passage for
solo string quartet gives a captivating change
of texture. It ends with a dramatic return to the
opening material. Very accessible and a great
addition to your next concert!
2701819 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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Kilimanjaro—Alan Lee Silva.
This musical depiction of the famous African mountain contrasts bold, aggressive spots with
beautiful, lyrical lines.
10457553 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
March of the Wood Elves—Doug Spata.
A mysterious pizzicato pulse sets the tone in this sly scherzo while shadowy melodies evoke the
mischievous elves. Dynamics ebb and flow throughout and the technical focus is on two-note slurs
and G-string notes.
10453636 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Valse Diabolique—Joseph 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
Viking—Soon 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
Winstride—Doug 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
Yuki Matsuri—Keiko 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
Zombie Tango—James 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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