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Original Concert Works very easy / easy
4 Panorama TrailSean O'Loughlin. The music
paints a picture of the expansive Southwest. It
contains open American-sounding harmonies
made famous by the likes of Copland, yet it has
all of the signature sounds of the composer. Lyrical
lines are accompanied and contrasted by angular
rhythmic figures.
10592911 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Pepperoni Pizza RockBrian Balmages.
A mouth-watering teaching piece that introduces
common rhythmic phrases and a little improvisation
(complete with guide notes)! Doubled voices and
simple optional drum set make a comfortable
groove for students, while taking their creativity "off
the page."
10307084 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
A Pirate's DreamSusan H. Day. Legato
bowings, pizzicato, lifts, bow doubling, and some
marcato bowing express the pirate's determination
in his quest. All sections share the minor melodies.
The viola part doubles the 2nd violin part.
10453631 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
H Prelude and FugueBrian Balmages. Written in
the style of J. S. Bach, this is designed to introduce
students to counterpoint without being overly
demanding. Young musicians will be able to study
style and technique, and the scoring will make them
sound big. Finally, a wonderful option for directors
who have been looking to perform this type of
music with their youngest musicians!
10066325 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 Qin Shi's Stone ArmyTyler Arcari. The Terra-
Cotta Army that guards the tomb of China's first
emperor Qin Shi Huang is nearly 8,000 warriors
strong. This new piece for beginning ensembles
is set to depict these magnificent stone soldiers.
It will sound rich and full, even with less
experienced players.
10592889 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Raindrop SerenadeLauren Bernofsky. This all-
pizzicato work uses easy aleatoric devices to create
the gentle sound of rainfall. Out of the rain emerges
a simple accompaniment line that is soon joined by
an endearing melody.
10512580 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n The Red LionJeremy Woolstenhulme.
With a stirring melody, driving rhythms and an
energetic pulse that just won't quit, this action-
packed selection is sure to fire up students and
audiences alike.
10458715 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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Rosintown RockBenjamin P. Snoek. This fun
alternative-style original works great with beginning
strings and sounds much harder than it is. Students
will love the energetic rock beat! The suggested
drum part really drives the piece.
10568205 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Royal PromenadeDon Brubaker. Geared to
beginners, Royal Promenade uses only quarter
note and quarter rest rhythms in D Major.
Thematic repetition and contrasting dynamics
and articulations make this piece easy to learn yet
interesting for all beginning players.
10444029 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Sailors SongMark Williams. This vigorous
original uses only the open strings and the first
notes learned on the D and A strings to make your
beginning string players play out more confidently
and musically! It has a rugged, modal sound
evocative of the sea. Your strings will sound bigger
and better on this one!
2472794 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
l Saluda River WaltzAndrew Balent. Float
downstream with this gentle waltz that introduces low
twos to the upper strings. There is a rehearsal piano
part that can be used for performance if necessary.
10617972 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Sea VentureTodd Parrish. Written to give young
orchestras a full sound, this original piece features
all the notes and bowings learned in the first year
of study. Each section gets to play both melody and
harmony while working on staccato bowings and
varied dynamics.
10520855 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Sneaking SuspicionDoug Spata. Using only
pizzicato on the D and A strings, this is the perfect
selection for beginners to play in "cartoon tiptoe"
style! The piece also features call-and-response
sections that advance good counting and listening
skills, a distinctive minor key, and a chance to
feature each section in turn. Use this as a fun
change-of-pace in your concert, or as an easy-to-
prepare piece with a touch of drama for Halloween.
10092419 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Sourwood Mountainarr. Bob Phillips. Bring a
fiddle flavor to your performance with this simplified
arrangement of a popular folksong. The perfect
opportunity for young players to add hats, bandanas,
and square dancing for a fun concert event!
10453624 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
4 A Spark of CourageDoug Spata. This
modern, joyful piece uses only the notes of
the D Major scale on the D and A strings with
quarter and eighth notes. It is a great way for
beginners to proudly demonstrate their bowing
and ensemble playing skills! Each section gets
a turn playing both the carefree melodies and
sparkling accompaniments.
10594917 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
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Stamp and DanceVirginia Croft. This Slovakian
folk song is given a delightful setting. The composer
pulls from her many years of experience working
with younger students to present a fresh, exciting
piece that students will love. The long accelerando
at the end will bring it to a rousing finish.
10592902 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Star DancerMark Williams. A bold, contemp-
orary sound marks this excellent piece from Mark
Williams. Written in a modal style, Star Dancer offers
opportunities to work on various beginning string
techniques. Important lines are passed around so
that everyone gets a chance to shine, so all of your
students are sure to enjoy this one!
2317428 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
n StormSoon Hee Newbold. This dynamic and
riveting work depicts an ancient battle scene
or ferocious weather system. A lyrical melody
contrasts with an intense rhythmic groove complete
with optional percussion. A great work to expose
younger players to programmatic music!
10512590 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
l
The Swans of LirStephen Chin. The Swans
of Lir is based on an Irish legend about a group
of young children who are transformed by dark
forces into swans that float in a lake for 900 years.
Finally a bell is tolled, signifying the the end of a
lengthy ordeal. Scored for strings, recorders and
percussion, it is perfect massed performance at a
large concert or festival.
10526783 String Orchestra,
Percussion Req. . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Sword DanceThoinot Arbeau/arr. Phillips.
Here's an exciting work with a high-energy
Renaissance sound. Using easy double stops,
drones and pizzicato make this a fun adventure
for your strings. There's even an easy "call and
response" passage between the high and low
strings for even more variety. Your young strings
never sounded so exciting!
2472797 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
n Time MachineRichard Meyer. Your orchestra
will have a blast working on this fun selection that
introduces the time periods of music and the playing
styles that go with them. As students climb aboard
the time machine, they will travel far and wide!
10520875 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
n Tribal DanceBrian Balmages. Intense and
driving rhythms conjure images of ancient tribal
rituals in this thrilling work for beginning string
orchestra. The bold opening statements thrill
your audience before a more dark and mysterious
section hints at the magical aspects of these
gatherings. The addition of piano and optional
percussion turn this into a stunning work! Sure to
inspire your young musicians!
10027343 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Tumbleweed BluesGeorge T. Frueh. This
western style blues original lets young groups
experience the fun of playing swing style. It features
easy but effective rhythmic patterns and offers the
perfect opportunity to share the history of the blues.
The bass section can really ham it up with their
bluesy walking bass line.
10351224 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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Two Glimpses of ShanghaiStephen Chin.
Your elementary string orchestra will have so much
fun with these evocative works. Written almost
entirely using pentatonic scales, young players
will enjoy the sustained beauty of the chords in
Sleeping Pandas and the easy musical gymnastics
in Acrobats.
10604760 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 60.00
n VelocityBrian Balmages. Energize your
performers and audience with this powerful, dynamic
work. Opening in rhythmic unison, the piece quickly
projects blocks of sound and a flurry of rhythmic
activity. The musical texture comes across as very
technical when, in reality, it is quite accessible.
10454259 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n The Viking LongshipRaymond Brown. Here's
a cool piece for orchestras just starting to work
with four-part ensemble playing. Dynamics are
introduced for added exploration. Some history
about Viking longships is included in the score and
all parts.
10523478 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Walk of the Silent ZombiesBob Phillips. For
Halloween or any scary time, this eerie, yet easy
piece remains on the G, D, and A strings in first
position and reinforces F natural on the D string
for all instruments. Add skits and theatrics and,
remember, "Ssshhh!"
10453625 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
H
Wexford CircleElliot Del Borgo. Beginning
orchestras will enjoy this contemporary, rhythmic
original work! Simple repeated eighths and a
melody that calls for full bow strokes will give
your students a chance to practice the basic skills
they've been learning. Wexford Circle will help to
instill confidence in your young players!
2332666 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 42.00
Original Concert Works
Easy
l AdorationBud Woodruff. Your students will love
playing this tuneful, joyous piece. Every section
gets a chance to shine while making your orchestra
sound very mature.
10592926 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n AfterthoughtsBrian Balmages. Cleverly titled,
this three movement work features original music
in the style of famous composers from different
periods in classical music. The first movement,
After Beethoven, follows the form and style of the
opening movement of his "Fifth Symphony." The
second movement, After Tchaikovsky, evokes
stylistic elements from the 2nd movement of his
"Fifth Symphony" along with his piano nocturnes.
The final movement, After Bartok, combines the
aggressive sound of his "Allegro Barbaro" with the
epic nature of his "Concerto for Orchestra."
10366778 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
AlegriaJanelle Zook Cunalata. This joyful
selection is propelled by accented, syncopated
eighth-note patterns. Each section takes its turn
playing the accented accompaniment underneath
a lively melody. After a tranquil middle section, the
work ends with a joyous, rhythmic punch!
10444003 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Appalachian SunriseDoris Gazda. This is an
expressive depiction of the beauty of a sunrise in
the Appalachian Mountains. The lush harmonies
vividly convey the appreciation for nature that
inspired the composer.
2346757 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
l Arco Non TroppoMichael Hopkins. This fun
Grade 1+ piece is designed to help students
develop the skill of quickly switching between
arco and pizzicato, while also providing experience
playing left-hand pizzicato and using the fourth
finger (violin and viola). The piece briefly modulates
to G Major, with the change from C sharp to
C natural marked as accidentals. All parts are
interesting, melodic, and playable in first position.
10595074 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Aspen GlowSusan H. Day. Written to evoke
images of a radiant fall in the high country, this
work features interesting melodic lines in all parts,
a relaxing tempo, a variety of articulations, and 3/4
time. Serene!
10312063 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Autumn VowsSusan H. Day. Written as a
surprise gift for a close friend's wedding, the
lush melodies, interesting harmonies and moving
inside lines create great emotional content. The
opportunities for expressive playing abound in this
highly emotional work that is mature-sounding and
beautiful. All parts stay in first position, and the
keys of G and C, with few accidentals, make it very
approachable by inexperienced groups.
10095966 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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Autumn WaltzYukiko Nishimura. This waltz
depicts the beauty of autumn. It contains simple
and beautiful melodic lines that lilt along like falling
leaves in the wind. The composer incorporates a
wonderful flowing compositional style, and with
effective use of more modern harmonies.
10592936 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n AvatarDoug Spata. Students and audiences will
be enthralled by the dark tone and passionate style
of Avatar. Fast, romantic melodies reminiscent of
video game themes pass through all the sections,
sweeping beneath fiery ostinatos. Students will be
inspired to get more out of their instruments on this
one as celli and basses get down low under choppy
violin passages set on the violin's E-String. Exciting.
10015197 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
H Battle of the Ancient DragonsRob Grice.
The history of dragons is universal throughout
the cultures of the ancient world. Great battles
involving dragons, revealed on objects of ancient
art, are the inspiration for this exciting original
composition. It really brings the conflicts of these
legendary, powerful creatures to life for young
string orchestras!
10092174 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
4 BattlesongRandall Standridge/arr. J. Cameron
Law. Working with two principal motives, the
composer has crafted a compelling work that
steadily builds to an exciting conclusion. The
included percussion parts are optional, but they
definitely add to the excitement level if used.
Careful, safe performances of this piece are not
encouraged. This is a call to war!
10609914 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 60.00
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