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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
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
4 Iroquois JourneyDoug Spata. Driving ostinatos
beat a steady 3/4 rhythm under the steadfast
melodies in this vivid musical adventure featuring
violas and cellos. A wide dynamic range and the
extreme ranges of the instruments are used for
dramatic effect.
10520825 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
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. Driving
eighth notes, minor and modal harmonies, and
unexpected accents contribute to the excitement
and energy.
10032625 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
l KazokuKeiko Yamada. This piece is lush with
broad melodic strokes and warm harmonies.
An excellent vehicle to teach phrasing and
musicianship with young players.
10522035 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
KilimanjaroAlan Lee Silva. This musical
depiction of the famous African mountain contrasts
bold, aggressive spots with beautiful, lyrical lines.
10457553 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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 . . . . . . . . . 46.00
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
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
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
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
l MorphSara Bongo & Robert Moore. No matter
how old you are, change is inevitable. Sometimes
change is scary, sometimes exhilarating, always
emotional. This piece runs through the gamut of
feelings through the use of dynamics, tempo change,
and texture. It ends with a smile and a flourish.
10520418 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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!
10277995 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
H 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 . . . . . . . . . 46.00
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 . . . . . . . . . 62.00
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
H 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
EDITORS' CHOICE
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You can buy any of these titles with confidence!
Edge of Silence—Clarence Barber.
A beautiful, melodic tribute that has a place on any concert, it allows all players ample time
in the limelight. Accurate subdivision of the beat is necessary to avoid early entrances,
making this an excellent training piece for rhythmic skills.
10523544 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45.00
e Elephant's Trumpet—Clarence Barber.
Feature your young bassists! With glissandi and pizzicato in all parts, everyone has a chance
to share in the fun. Using solid, on the string slides, the work features a bouncy, syncopated
melody that is perfect for working on subdivision of the beat.
10523584 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48.00
Iroquois Journey—Doug Spata.
Driving ostinatos beat a steady 3/4 rhythm under the steadfast melodies in this vivid musical
adventure featuring violas and cellos. A wide dynamic range and the extreme ranges of the
instruments are used for dramatic effect.
10520825 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
Pirate's Code—Steven J. Campbell.
Explore the pirate's code! Set in G major, this piece is full of driving, dark melodies while
also including beautiful legato sections challenging students to change gears. Your land-
loving young orchestra will want to play it again and again!
10520847 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49.00
Portal Gates—Larry Clark.
ink of a magnificent entrance to a city or castle, such as the fictitious Camelot. Based upon
strong intervals of fourths and fihs, the main melodic material is strong, yet joyful. It is
sophisticated music for young groups, but something they will love to play.
10522049 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
A Tale of Four Trees—Elizabeth Daily & Bob Phillips.
Cute narration and easy string parts! e perfect piece to play for parents of younger players
or for older players performing for elementary students, the narration takes the audience on
a musical tour of the creation of a beautiful stringed instrument.
10520803 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46.00
Undercurrents—Sean O'Loughlin.
A four-note motive pushes the piece forward and is contrasted by a lush middle section. e
unrelenting motive comes back and brings the piece to a dramatic finish.
10522063 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50.00
