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Original Concert Works
Medium-Easy
l AblazeChris M. Bernotas. This fierce concert
piece takes the orchestra on an exciting musical
journey. Students will be challenged to perform with
various emotional styles, including both intense and
legato melodies.
10453626 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Across the WindDoug Spata. Thrilling
melodies swoop and soar over bristling ostinatos
in this exciting concert overture in F Major. With a
triumphant style and dramatic range of emotions,
players will enjoy performing this piece. Many
musical and technical skills are reinforced including
16th note patterns with slurs, part independence,
and accidentals. The graceful middle section of the
piece is an excellent place for players to experiment
with vibrato. Truly an exhilarating, enriching journey
that students will be excited to take again and again!
10370508 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Adventure on the High SeasLorie Gruneisen.
Depicting danger and intrigue on a sailing vessel
from three centuries ago, this imaginative vignette
features a majestic captain's theme, a jig dance on
deck by the crew, and even a skirmish with pirates.
It's perfect for groups that are just starting shifting
in first Violin parts. Three copies of the Viola T.C./
Violin 3 part are included in each set.
10299306 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Adventures of StringmanRichard Meyer.
You've seen Superman, Batman, and Spiderman,
now meet Stringman the superhero for today's
string orchestra! Your students and audience will
love following the adventures of Stringman as
he comes to the aid of struggling string players
and helps rid the concert hall of annoying band
members. Sure to be the hit of any concert, this
crowd-pleaser gives your orchestra plenty of
chances to "ham it up," while the stirring, heroic
main theme will definitely motivate all of your
players to soar to new heights! Solo spots are
included for cello, violin, and even a beginning
"squeaky" clarinetist! Very fun and funny!
2703082 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
n After the RainSusan H. Day. As the title
indicates, this gorgeous work is reminiscent of
the fresh, clear air after a storm passes. The
beautiful flowing lines bring on tranquility, and the
rich soothing tapestry of lower voices creates an
interwoven relaxation. Stunning!
10370756 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n AfterburnBrian Balmages. Take a deep
breath and feel the rush of this intense original!
The manageable note range for young players is
kicked into higher gear with pulsating rhythms
and cool meter tricks. Hold on tight - it's sure to
be a group favorite!
10307163 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 AfterburnRandall Standridge/ed. J. Cameron
Law. When watching a jet in the sky, one
imagines the rush the pilot must feel when
kicking in the afterburners, that sudden burst of
speed. This piece seeks to capture the emotions
of flight in a supercharged jet plane: excitement
at takeoff, awe at the beauty of the earth, and an
adrenaline burst when the afterburners kick in.
This exciting musical ride for young strings and
percussion is not to be missed!
10460661 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
l AggressivoRandall Standridge/ed. J. Cameron
Law. Based on two rhythmic motifs, this tightly-knit
composition is aggressively exciting from start to
finish. Adding to the excitement are the composer's
brilliant driving percussion writing and creative use
of dissonance. This piece is sure to thrill your
students and wow your audience!
10460663 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
AgincourtDoug Spata. Adventurous groups
will like playing this dramatic modal work in
7/8 time. The pattern is a consistent 2+2+3.
It's inspired by the climactic battle scene in
Shakespeare's "Henry V," and audiences will
be thrilled by the expressive melodies and bold
ostinatos that course through the piece.
10026998 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Allegro GiocosoMichael Senturia. Both as
joyous and playful as the title indicates, this
animated composition sparkles with life and energy.
Inspired by Haydn's brand of musical humor, the
piece also helps young players master the twists
and turns of compound triple meter. A strong
concert selection for your next program!
10370514 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Amadare (Raindrops)Keiko Yamada. Your
violinists will love the aleatoric measures in which
they get to create the sound of raindrops using
selected notes in any order or tempo the choose.
It's a unique effect that will surprise and delight the
audience. The music retains its unusual Japanese-
tinged character through to its ending.
10031104 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n American LandscapeSoon Hee Newbold.
Soon Hee Newbold has created wonderful music
based on Gypsy music, Spanish music, Asian
music, and now turns to a more open and rugged
American sound, and succeeds! Drawing from the
diverse and unique scenes of the United States, this
soaring work pays tribute to majestic mountains,
vast plains, lush forests, and more. Give your
players a chance to capture this evocative American
sound. Breathtaking!
10008710 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Ancient FlowerYukiko Nishimura. The beauty
of this stunning piece reflects that of a delicate
flower. The expressive challenges, lush chords
and use of well placed suspensions along with
softer articulation work in the moving eighth note
passages create gorgeous harmonic changes. A
striking selection for any performance!
10366528 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l Ancient LegendsGary Fagan. A study in
contrasts, this piece depicts the calm and quiet of
the legendary Unicorn and the terrifying tale of the
Minotaur. Greek mythology comes to life in stirring
musical themes!
10453644 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
As Twilight FallsRobert Sheldon. The sense
of peace and tranquility of twilight on a summer's
evening inspires this lovely lyrical offering. An
excellent teaching opportunity for phrasing and
expression, this piece provides a moment of contrast
on any young orchestra's concert performance.
10310330 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Aspire (A Dream Fulfilled)Bob Phillips. This
lush, beautiful piece opens majestically, featuring
mixed meter with a common quarter note pulse.
The violas and cellos shine in the haunting
middle section, accompanied by the basses'
countermelody, and the closing section allows the
violins to soar. Gorgeous expressive playing allows
your students to show great emotion.
10370518 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
4 Assemble the Minions!Jeffrey S. Bishop.
From the hard-driving rhythms to the almost
comical pizzicato section, this work has a buoyancy
and playful character reminiscent of Saturday-
morning cartoons. The powerful main theme will
motivate your group of minions to achieve musical
excellence. Your students will love playing this one!
10444005 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Aurora BorealisMichael Hopkins. Your students
will enjoy playing this fast, energetic original. Set in
E minor, the piece is great for working on dynamic
contrasts and staccato and legato bowing. All parts
are playable in first position and feature interesting
melodic material for all the instruments.
10092172 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
The Bachaneer (Inspired by "Minuet in G
Major")Jeffrey E. Turner. Proving just how
timeless and versatile Bach's music can be,
themes and motifs from "Minuet in G Major" have
been turned into a swashbuckling pirate adventure.
Get ready to set sail with Captain Johann Sebastian
Blackbeard on a voyage that's just plain fun!
10370723 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Beale Street StrutDoug Spata. Taking
its name from the epicenter of Southern jazz
in Memphis, this fun little boogie will get the
orchestra moving! Featuring accidentals and
chromatic passages throughout, each section
gets its turn at the jazzy, swaggering melodies
as well as the bouncy accompaniment parts. It's
great practice for chromatics and a fun piece that
students will enjoy learning.
10310526 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Blue Fire FiddlerSoon Hee Newbold. Energetic,
exciting and fun, are the words that best describe
this kickin' fiddle tune. This fast and furious fiddling
piece sounds much harder than it really is. Riffs,
finger patterns and bowings are very idiomatic and
lend themselves to fast playing. This is sure to be
the hit of the concert!
2474322 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Blue RhythmicoKirt N. Mosier. Like the title
implies, there's a powerful rhythm and some jazzy
blue notes, nothing subtle here! This original uses
guitar-like riffs and a driving ostinato bass line in the
low strings to build up to a powerful sound.
2481200 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Blue WaterYukiko Nishimura. Put on your
captain's hat and set sail with this bright nautical
sounding work. The main theme has a light, brilliant
feeling in triple time. The middle section provides
lyrical contrast and should be played expressively
and with a full sound. The main theme returns to
conclude this nimble tune. Bon voyage!
10366538 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
4 BluebellYukiko Nishimura. This heart-warming
composition exudes emotion and musical depth.
A perfect way to improve the musicianship and
sensitivity of young ensembles.
10457535 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 BoreasTodd 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 . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Calypso SeaSoon Hee Newbold. This fun
little tropical gem gets bodies swaying like palm
trees. Calypso Sea has an upbeat and airy groove,
underpinned by a simple clave beat tapped out by
the optional percussion. Crystal blue water and toes
in the sand for all!
10307155 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n CarpathiaWilliam Owens. Against time and
hope, the RMS Carpathia's historic rescue of
survivors of the Titanic disaster is illustrated
in this daring work by William Owens. Players
craft the dramatic odyssey and sounds effects
from the distress call and daring rescue, to the
mournful hymn for those who perished. A bold and
bittersweet nautical tribute!
10277867 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Carpe DiemRichard Meyer. Full of energy
and excitement, this overture makes the perfect
concert opener or closer. Tuneful melodies and
shifting moods explore a wide variety of string
playing techniques, while the colorful orchestration
gives every section a chance in the spotlight.
This A B A work opens with a high-spirited main
theme followed by a more lyrical second theme.
The contrasting middle section is a tender lullaby
introduced first by solo violin, and then taken
up with great emotion by the entire ensemble.
The opening section returns, refreshingly re-
orchestrated for added interest. The piece ends
in a flurry of excitement. Playable by middle-
level groups but definitely mature enough for the
advanced string orchestra.
10027605 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
n CatharsisAmy Cann/arr. Phillips. One of the
most popular contemporary fiddle tunes - many
notable artists, including Natalie McMaster, have
performed this piece. It is a super-cool tune with a
compelling rhythmic drive that is, unexpectedly, set
in G minor.
10310339 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 53.00
l Cloud DanceThom Sharp. This beautiful, lyrical
work is easy enough for an advanced middle school
orchestra yet sophisticated enough for any high
school group. The long, flowing melodic shapes
and loure bowing give the orchestra a chance to
show off their legato phrasing.
10453643 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
The CodeAlan Lee Silva. Like the underscore
of an international spy movie, this piece promises
drama from the opening bar. The evocative
harmonies, plus tight moving lines and syncopated
rhythms, immediately catch the ear. Pulsating
eighth-note patterns drive the piece all the way
through to the spirited conclusion. Sure to have
everyone on the edge of their seat.
10278001 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
String Orchestra
Original
Concert Works
Medium-Easy
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most
often by directors.
Dragonfly—Doug Spata.
10370544 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
10370544E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 48.00
Wired—Lauren Bernofsky.
10366892 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Afterburn—Brian Balmages.
10307163 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
After the Rain—Susan H. Day.
10370756 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Across the Wind—Doug Spata.
10370508 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10370508E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 55.00
The Bachaneer (Inspired by "Minuet in G Major")
—Jeffrey E. Turner.
10370723 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
10370723E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 45.00
Aspire (A Dream Fulfilled)—Bob Phillips.
10370518 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
10370518E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 48.00
Dies Irae: Fantasia—Deborah Baker Monday.
10366552 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10366552E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 55.00
Ancient Flower—Yukiko Nishimura.
10366528 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
10366528E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . 50.00
Las Palmas—Bob Lipton.
10366841 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
