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4 MatadorSusan H. Day. Picture the matador
as he waves his red cape and the crowd cheers
him on! Distinguished by its Spanish-influenced
melodies and harmonies, this piece in 4/4 is
written in D minor and E minor. Great to develop
expressive playing!
10520831 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
Midnight at the MausoleumBrent D. Smith.
No one really knows what's lurking in a mausoleum
after dark. This macabre work provides the
sounds, atmosphere and impressions that might
accompany a visit to a mausoleum in the dead of
night. Perfect for a Halloween spooktacular!
10444021 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l Miniature Suite No. 1Tom Gerou/arr. Danny
Smolenski. These two delightful and contrasting
piano miniatures have been beautifully
reimagined for strings. Perfect for concerts and
festivals, these lovely pieces contain lush legato
passages as well as staccato sections that
explore a wide range of dynamics.
10522593 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 58.00
MinotaurRichard Meyer. The myth of the
Minotaur, half-man, half-bull, has haunted
generations since it was first told centuries ago.
This colorful tone painting will give your advancing
high school orchestra a real workout and challenge
every section as they tell the story of the warrior
Theseus' descent into the mysterious labyrinth and
his heroic struggle with the terrible monster within.
An outstanding opportunity for cross-curricular
studies, this epic piece is sure to become a favorite
of your students and your audience.
10370590 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 60.00
4 MirajRichard Meyer. The exotic and mysterious
sounds of this imaginative selection imply flavors
of music from India. Unexpected harmonic shifts,
interesting chromatic twists, haunting melodies,
glissandos, and hand-drumming, all bring this
challenging piece to a close with a raucous flourish.
10520833 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 62.00
4 Murphy's JigSusan H. Day. This original jig lies
well under the fingers and gives everyone a fun part
to play. As with most jigs, the faster, the better -
and add foot stomps!
10520837 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
l MystereShirl Jae Atwell. Arousing wonder and
inquisitiveness, this piece exemplifies, through
music, the incomprehension of a mystery with
melodies and countermelodies throughout.
10520839 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
n Mystical TowersJeremy Woolstenhulme.
Energy and excitement prevail from beginning to
end in this original work that evokes the image of
a hero's journey to explore the ruins of two ancient
magical towers. This will capture the imagination of
your developing players!
10281217 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n O Magnum MysteriumMorten Lauridsen/arr.
Dackow. First it was the choral masterpiece from
Lauridsen. Then it took the instrumental world by
storm as a concert band arrangement. But it has
never been available for strings, until now! A serene
and expressive composition, the fluid lines and
lovely harmonies will both challenge and engage
your performers.
10023619 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 75.00
n OctoberEric Whitacre/arr. Lavender. The
continuing popularity of Eric Whitacre's dramatic
and evocative music is evident in concert
programming everywhere, with his symphonic,
choral, and operatic works. October is arguably his
most notable symphonic work, now adapted in this
stunning version for strings.
10042806 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 65.00
n Odyssey (Journey of Odysseus)Soon Hee
Newbold. The Odyssey is a timeless Greek tale
that is relevant to every generation, and Soon Hee
Newbold has created a thrilling musical depiction
for your strings to play! Odysseus' return home
from the Trojan War was filled with obstacles
and encounters with the Lotus Eaters, the
Cyclops, the Sorceress Circe, and the enchanting
Sirens, among others. Multiple effects include
col legno, mutes, and harmonics (which are all
explained in detail in the performance notes). The
incredible symphonic nature of the entire work
gives your orchestra a huge sound without the
need for any winds or percussion. It's a thrilling
addition to any performance.
2701827 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l Orient PointDavid Bobrowitz. Named after a
tiny hamlet at the very end of Long Island, New
York, this ballad depicts a favorite summer day
spent by the composer while looking out towards
the Atlantic Ocean.
10523471 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
4 PerpetuosoBrian Holmes. Opening with a
catchy theme, this work explores countermelodies
as well as recurrences of the theme. Syncopated
rhythms are common and are aided by running
eighth notes that help subdivide the pattern. It's a
powerful, technically challenging work that students
will love to play.
10500810 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l Pi TunesRichard Meyer. Try assigning the first 32
digits of pi to a scale degree to create five melodies
that flow together, and you'll have a start to this
awesome composition. With a light jazzy feel, driving
accompaniments, and features of all sections, here's
another creative hit from the master.
10520843 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 62.00
n Pizzicato BluesDarren Mitchell. This lively
piece is based on the C blues scale, and is played
entirely pizzicato. "Fat" jazz harmonies, compelling
rhythms and a wide array of dynamics make this
one smokin' chart. A fun concert closer, sure to
bring the house down!
10370793 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
l The Pony ExpressBrian Holmes. Painting the
image of an adventure by a Pony Express rider, a
galloping rhythm persists, together with exciting
harmonies, to make this adventure come to life. It
is important that this piece maintain forward motion
to capture the full excitement.
10500820 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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Rites of TamburoRobert W. Smith. Explosive,
powerful and dramatic, here's a work that your
orchestra can really sink their teeth into! Entrancing
instrumental colors burst into splashes of energy
from the brass and rhythm sections, biting
dissonances abound, and a constant surge of
excitement flows through the piece. There's even
a measure where the brass are invited to "pick-a-
note" as they crescendo into a resolving chord... a
really neat effect! If you want to light a fire under
your players (and your audience, too), then Rites Of
Tamburo is a top choice.
2440741 String Orch or Full Orch . . . 65.00
n SanseneonRobert Frost. Here's a dynamic and
exhilarating work for strings! Renowned teacher-
composer Robert Frost knows how to make strings
sound great and this time he brings out the fiery
side of string playing! Set in G minor and beginning
Allegro con Fuoco, the music begins strong and
remains strong, captivating both player and listener
until its striking conclusion.
5945076 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
l Scherzo for String OrchestraBarry Milner.
Following the tradition of humorous and light-
hearted themes, this scherzo will delight players and
audiences. The swashbuckling pirate-like theme will
make this piece a winner at festival and contest.
10520853 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
4 ShatteredMichael Hopkins. Written to honor the
victims of the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting
that shattered the town but not their spirit, this
piece will provide the needed mood for any
commemorative time or serve as an expressive
piece for a festival.
10522585 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 58.00
l SinapuJ. Cameron Law. Sinapu is the Ute
Indian word for "wolf." This composition uses a
tenor recorder to help create a Native American
ambiance, a rock section, splashes of percussion
sounds, and strings imitating wolf sounds to create
a unique sonic environment. It was commissioned
by the Grandview (Colorado) High School and was
premiered at the national ASTA Conference, Salt
Lake City.
10520420 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
4 Spy GamesBrent D. Smith. This exciting piece
pays homage to the many novels, films, and
television programs that have centered on the
subject of espionage. The work is based around
two catchy melodies that make use of swung
rhythms. These melodies, coupled with a five-four
meter, create a unique and memorable feel. Spy
Games won the 2014 Texas Orchestra Directors
Association composition contest.
10470355 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
SteampunkRichard Meyer. Evoking the steam-
powered inventions in the work of Jules Verne and
H.G. Wells, this piece captures the spirit and mood
of the science fiction genre that features these
imaginative machines.
10453654 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 62.00
l Swimming with DolphinsMichael Hopkins.
This great cross-curricular piece will engage the
imagination as students picture being face to face
with these peaceful, majestic, and mysterious yet
friendly, social, and intelligent marine mammals!
This legato piece maintains a strong rhythmic feel
while expressing wonder.
10522587 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 58.00
n SynergyDeborah Baker Monday. There's never
a dull moment in this dynamic original, full of driving
rhythmic elements and gorgeous chordal textures.
Students should strive to achieve a rich sonority
throughout. The contrasting middle section allows
for more sensitive, expressive playing, then the
energy resumes, propelling the piece to a strong
conclusion. The title is appropriate, because the
overall effect of the work is greater than the sum
of its parts!
10281205 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Tango EspressivoMatt Turner. Here is a
passionate original tango that may be one of this
year's favorites! It's set in the key of G minor which
brings a dark resonance to the strings! This piece
will not only build ensemble playing and reinforce
those accidentals, there's also a chance for a
soloists to improvise. (written solo included if
needed.) This is one your strings will want to play
over and over! Highly recommended!
10046249 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 Te DijeAndy Patterson. Written in the traditional
tango style, this work gives each section a chance
to shine with many opportunities for stylistic playing.
Students will develop bow control to sustain phrases
and practice going from arco to pizz. The syncopated
rhythms are easily taught and fun to learn.
10500816 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n To Tame the Raging RapidsBrian Balmages.
Exhilarating! This work describes mankind's
constant fascination with some of the most
powerful forces in nature. As the work opens,
the beauty of the water and its sound calms the
listener. Soon, however, we plunge into the water
and test ourselves against the raging rapids. Highly
rhythmic and compelling, this work is destined to
thrill all who perform it. Can your orchestra tame
the untamable?
10047960 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Two Scenes from the HollowKirt Mosier. This
two-movement piece is based on "The Legend of
Sleepy Hollow." The first section, entitled Ichabod's
Walk, is introduced with lines from the American
classic: "What fearful shapes and shadows beset
his path amidst the dim and ghastly glare of a
snowy night!" The second movement, entitled
Hessian's Ride, is introduced with lines that end "...
the apparition of a figure on horseback without a
head. It is said by some to be the ghost of a Hessian
trooper." The chilling music will be the highlight of
your concert! Highly recommended!
10050296 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Voices in the ShadowsBrian Balmages.
Explore mature harmonies with this powerful
piece. Orchestrated for strings and piano, the
music moves through a series of sections that
become increasingly intense, all while the note
G sounds nonstop from the first measure until
the final chord. The haunting sounds of voices
(members of the ensemble) eventually fade into a
soft hum before the music reaches its final chord
and ultimate resolution.
10454274 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Waltz of the WickedKirt N. Mosier. This wild
piece calls for violins and violas to use a one-finger
glissando, creating a very eerie effect. Cellos will
get to strum three-note chords with their thumb
while canonic passages make your group work
together as never before. Wicked!
2478798 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Warrior LegacySoon Hee Newbold. This
inspiring homage to New England pioneers is
an original work in which Soon Hee Newbold
challenges advancing young orchestras to focus
on driving rhythms and emphatic accents. Heroic
melodies abound and solos shine with attention to
ensemble dynamics.
10091998 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Apache
2268662 String Orchestra . . . E 48.00
Chapter One
2231306 String Orchestra . . . M 48.00
Little Symphony
5444401 String Orchestra . . . E 45.00
M to the Third Power
2158731 String Orchestra . . ME 40.00
Reflexions
2405546 String Orchestra . . MA 48.00
Suite for Strings
2253136 String Orchestra . . . M 38.00
The Texians
2469583 String Orchestra . . MA 38.00
The View from the Hubble
2478290 String Orchestra . . . M 40.00
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