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l Romance for StringsSergei Rachmaninoff/
arr. Robert D. McCashin. This stunning
arrangement captures the expanse and beauty
of Rachmaninoff's original full orchestra version.
Deeply moving harmonies seem to melt into
each other as the famous melody weaves its
way through the work. A true masterwork and an
equally powerful arrangement.
10512584 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
H Suite for StringsJohn Rutter. In the tradition
of Britten, Holst, and Vaughan Williams before
him, British composer John Rutter has composed
a wonderful work for strings based on the rich
legacy of folk music of the British Isles. World
renowned for his choral music, John Rutter's
work for strings has become a modern classic.
This work is based on four folksongs: They Are
A-Roving; I Have a Bonnet Trimmed with Blue;
O Waly Waly (The Water Is Wide) and Dashing
Away. Duration: 12'. The set includes a full
score and strings parts of 4/4/3/4/2. Give your
orchestra a chance to play this wonderful work.
10008820 String Orchestra Full Score
& Set 4/4/3/4/2 . . . . . MA 52.00
10008821 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.90
10008822 Violin 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10008823 Violin 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10008824 Viola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10008825 Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10008826 Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
Symphony No. 8 in G Major (4th Movement)
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
l Academie MusicaleRob Grice. Here is a strong
choice for your next festival or concert performance!
Full of energy and vitality, this contemporary, fresh-
sounding selection will motivate your players and
impress your audience!
10522537 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
4 AdamantLarry Clark. This dramatic piece
cranks right from the start! The work is set in E
minor (but without any C naturals on the A string)
with simple rhythms no more difficult than two
repeated eighth notes. You will hear some biting
dissonances to the flowing main theme.
10522005 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 Aeolian RockJeffrey Frizzi. This fun-loving
original is guaranteed to motivate beginning string
players by highlighting the strengths of every
section. Unison cellos and basses start off with
an 8-bar groove in A minor before upper strings
come in with a cool melody. Then violas assume
the melodic lead in the middle section of the piece
before a strong tutti finish.
10492375 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
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
n 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 Be Sharp but Stay NaturalLoreta Fin. The
melodic line begins in unison, but then becomes
more complex as the rhythm changes, with slightly
canonic entries between the parts. The piano part
is essential so that students can hear the changing
harmonies from major tonality to minor, and it adds
a groove that students and audiences will enjoy.
10522638 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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
l Black Cat CrossingLorie Gruneisen. Young
string players will absolutely love the vocalized
cat sounds (meow and hissss!) that punctuate
this highly imaginative original! Educational
features include playing F-naturals in a minor key,
negotiating transitions between pizzicato and arco
passages, and observing dynamic changes.
10492377 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
n 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 . . . . . . . . . 46.00
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 . . . . . . . . . 46.00
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 Courtly Dance and ProcessionBrian Balmages.
You'll be surprised to know that this great sounding
work uses only six notes in all instruments! (D-B).
This Renaissance-styled piece also offers your
strings the chance to expand their abilities by playing
two contrasting moods: the rhythmic dance, and a
lyrical processional theme. An optional tambourine
part is included. Highly recommended!
2480752 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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
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
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String Orchestra
Original Concert Works
Very Easy
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Velocity—Brian Balmages.
10454259 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Dragon Slayer—Rob Grice.
10008659 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Medieval Kings—Soon Hee Newbold.
10091952 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Epic—Larry Clark.
10457543 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . .47.00
10457543E String Orchestra ePrint . . . . . . .47.00
Honor and Glory—Soon Hee Newbold.
10047902 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Hiawatha—Soon Hee Newbold.
2474310 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Canon Power—Bob Lipton.
10454257 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Pepperoni Pizza Rock—Brian Balmages.
10307084 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Gaelic Castle—Soon Hee Newbold.
10066333 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.00
Appalachian Hymn—Soon Hee Newbold.
2480753 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
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