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Patriotic Selections / Sacred Selections
n Blackberry BlossomGary Gackstatter. Feature
your top player on this famous American tune!
The first time through, the soloist takes the lead
accompanied by some pizzicato and the occasional
foot stomp. The second time through, first violins
play most of the tune along with the soloist. The
third and final time through the soloist gets some
nice variations on the tune. And, oh yes, the faster
the better!
2702541 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 48.00
n CarrickfergusTraditional/arr. Patrick Roszell.
Beautiful, nostalgic, and lush, this intimate
arrangement of a traditional Irish tune is an excellent
tool for teaching phrasing and legato playing.
10522589 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 56.00
Central Coach SpecialCalvin Custer. Hold on
to your hat! This feisty piece is a fiddler's dream.
All sections will get in on the fun as the stagecoach
pulls into your concert!
10374203 String Orchestra,
Percussion Req. . . . . . . M 45.00
Down in Yon Forestarr. Brendan McBrien.
This arrangement of a haunting English folk song
exquisitely enhances the melody's beauty, adorning
it with characteristic string colors, along with piano
and bell timbres. The result is a breathtaking
rendering that combines ancient and modern
styles. A sensitive, ethereal work appropriate
throughout the year.
10352430 String Orchestra
Piano & Bells Req. . . . . M 50.00
4 Echoes of IrelandTraditional/arr. Carrie Lane
Gruselle. The bittersweet longing for a love across
cultural boundaries begins this visit to Ireland with
The Flower of Magherally and solo opportunities for
your principal violist. Next, a boisterous slip jig in
9/8 meter gives all students a workout with a variety
of bowings and styles both on and off the string.
10592143 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 50.00
n Fantasia EspanolaSoon Hee Newbold. Soon
Hee Newbold explores the world of Spanish music
with fiery results! Syncopated rhythms propel the
passionate melodies which pass from one section
to another, while pizzicato and col legno bowing
create castanet accompaniments. There's even a
strumming, guitar-like pizzicato effect in both first
and second violins. A tango interlude leads to a
furious finish. A show-stopper!
2480774 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 50.00
Folk Tune Air and Fiddler's FuryAlexander
Safford. Showcase your strings! From the lyric
melody of the slow air, to the shuffle bowing, finger
slides, and furious fiddling of the second section,
your orchestra will love practicing this one! This
work contrasts the two very different areas of folk
fiddling. A concert and contest favorite!
2703092 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 60.00
l Good News!Traditional/arr. Carrie Lane
Gruselle. The African-American spiritual Ain't-a
That Good News! exuberantly expresses joy and
hope. Set as a slow swing, plenty of articulations
help students achieve the proper style. Basses
and cellos experience the walking bass lines, and
all students will stretch their bowing skills while
discovering a number of chromatics in the left hand.
10592153 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 50.00
H Irish LegendRobert Kerr & Soon Hee
Newbold. Showcase your strings with fire and
flair in the style of "Riverdance" and traditional
Celtic music! Written by Robert Kerr and arranged
for strings by Soon Hee Newbold, this air and
jig is a dramatic finale to any concert. Dazzling
violin solos (both lyrical and technical) and highly
rhythmic passages accompanied by drum set
really set this work apart. Optional piano and
harp add to the sound of a work destined to bring
down the house. A great closer!
10047958 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 60.00
H
MaharajaDoug Spata. Add some sizzle to your
next concert with some Bollywood style! Maharaja
combines rhythms and motifs from Indian music
with exciting melodies. Slurred pizzicato imitates
the sound of tabla drums while finger snaps and
triplet flourishes add to the South Asian flavor.
Teachers will appreciate challenging their students
with advanced fingerings and rhythms throughout
the piece and audiences will thrill to this unique
musical experience.
10280360 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 49.00
Memoirs of a GeishaJohn Williams/arr. Ricketts.
With another Oscar-nominated score, John
Williams again shows his skills with this evocative
soundtrack that blends the rich musical cultures
of Japan with those of Western orchestral music.
This adaptation includes four distinctive themes
from the film's score that featured Yo Yo Ma and
Itzhak Perlman. Included are Sayuri's Theme,
Going to School, and The Chairman's Waltz,
accompanied by ethnic percussion textures and
optional harp.
10016084 String Orchestra, Percussion Req.
opt. Harp . . . . . . . . . . . M 45.00
H Mock MorrisPercy Grainger/arr. Dackow.
"Always merry and bright" is how Grainger
described this cheerful tune! Composed in the
style of the traditional English "Morris Dance," this
completely original work could be described as sort
of an English "Brandenburg Concerto." Delightful!
2353696 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 60.00
n Romanian Folk DancesBela Bartok/arr.
Monday. This arrangement features four of the
six dance movements as first arranged by Bartok.
Joc Cu Bata; Buciumeana; Poarga Romanesca and
Marunte are exotic-sounding and dramatic. These
are perfect for the medium level orchestra ready for
concert, contest, or just "wowing" the audience.
2478286 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 48.00
n ShenandoahTraditional/Erik Morales. A simple,
plaintive opening sets the stage for this remarkable
arrangement of a classic folk song. Engaging and
complex harmonies weave seamlessly with gorgeous
countermelodies as the arrangement develops.
A stunning and powerful work that will inspire.
10512588 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 50.00
l Stephen Foster LegacyStephen Foster/
arr. David Bobrowitz & J. Cameron Law. Stephen
Foster is said to be the father of American music,
and he left the music world with a legacy of over
200 songs. The arranger has taken two of Foster's
most famous examples to weave a slow, then fast,
two-song tribute. After a brief introduction we hear
the charming Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair,
which transitions into the energetic Camptown
Races, presented in a variety of styles.
10609944 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 50.00
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 49.25
10008821 Full Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.50
10008822 Violin 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10008823 Violin 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10008824 Viola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10008825 Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
10008826 Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25
Patriotic Selections
All Levels
America the BeautifulSamuel A. Ward &
Katharine Lee Bates/arr. Turner. This romantic,
picturesque setting of the beloved American hymn
is absolutely gorgeous! Easy to prepare in limited
rehearsal time, it is a majestic watercolor of sound
in homage to our patriotic heritage!
10091010 String Orchestra . . . . . ME 48.00
l American MedleySteven L. Rosenhaus.
Spanning U.S. history from the revolutionary days
to the first part of the 20th century, this medley
begins with Yankee Doodle, originally a British
march with lyrics that taunted the Colonies but was
later taken on (with some pointed lyric changes)
by the Americans. The song America the Beautiful
has long been proposed as an alternative to The
Star-Spangled Banner as a national anthem. The
medley concludes with the patriotic hymn Chester,
first published in 1770. The music is stirring, even
when heard without the lyrics.
10604715 String Orchestra . . . . . ME 60.00
American Sketches (a Fantasy for String
Orchestra)Joshua Reznicow. A rousing concert
ender, this work will challenge all sections with a
wide range (every part shifts), running passage
work, trills, and syncopated rhythms. The B section,
a lyric waltz theme, shows off the principal players
with extended solos. The return of the A section
superimposes the waltz melody on the original
syncopated theme for a wonderful conclusion.
10085874 String Orchestra . . . . . MA 55.00
n Armed Forces Tributearr. Andrew Dabczynski.
Finally available for string orchestras! In this upbeat
arrangement, stirring melodies are provided for
all sections. The signature marches of the five
branches of the armed forces are presented
with strong, rhythmic accompaniments and
clever countermelodies. This tribute is suitable
for any concert program, and offers a chance for
veterans and their families to be recognized. It's a
heartwarming winner with every audience.
10050399 String Orchestra . . . . . ME 49.00
Freedom FinaleMichael Story. Bring your next
concert to a stirring conclusion with this patriotic
fantasia featuring four popular themes: America
the Beautiful; Chester; America (My Country 'Tis
of Thee) and Battle Hymn of the Republic. The
arrangement is scored for full orchestra; however,
it is also completely playable by string orchestra
alone, or with any number of added winds or
percussion. This is an excellent piece to introduce
your students to a full orchestra experience!
10310321 String Orch
or Full Orch . . . . . . . . . . E 51.00
H Honor and GlorySoon Hee Newbold.
Dedicated to the brave men and women who
risk their lives to protect others and serve in the
name of freedom, Honor and Glory has bold and
majestic themes throughout. The lyrical melody
soars over the rhythmic bass line as harmonies
intertwine to create a touching and memorable
portion of your next concert. Truly inspirational
and characteristic of the fine writing associated
with Soon Hee Newbold.
10047902 String Orchestra . . . . . . VE 45.00
l Lift Every Voice and SingJ. Rosamond
Johnson/arr. Bob Phillips. As a poem, Lift Every
Voice and Sing was originally performed for Booker
T. Washington in 1900. Later set to music, it is
sometimes called the "African-American National
Anthem." This setting teaches 6/8 and uses
chromatic alterations in first position. A vocal lead
sheet is included in the reproducible educational
packets. The cross-curricular programming
possibilities are vast.
10594947 String Orchestra . . . . . ME 46.00
4 Our HeroesSusan H. Day. A moving tribute
to the people we admire, whether it be family
members, role models, or those serving our
country, this piece in E minor uses easy rhythms,
pizzicato, some divisi in the cello part, and a few
low second fingers in the violin 1 part. All players
get melody lines and the violin 2 part doubles the
viola. Sounds harder than it is!
10594957 String Orchestra . . . . . . VE 46.00
n
Point Lookout (A Fantasy on Civil War Songs)
Brian Balmages. Inspired by the rich history of
Point Lookout State Park in Maryland, this fantasy
on civil war songs pays tribute to the remnants
of Fort Lincoln, which served as a Civil War
fortification. Songs used in the fantasy include: The
Battle Cry of Freedom; Battle Hymn of the Republic;
and When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again.
The piece is tied together with excerpts from
America, the Beautiful, which comes in fully toward
the end of the work. Magical!
10027381 String Orchestra . . . . . MA 55.00
n Star Spangled BannerJohn Stafford Smith/arr.
Dackow. This arrangement of the national anthem
is pitched in the singer-friendly key of G major. It
begins with the famous drum roll.
2191674 String Orchestra . . . . . . . E 35.00
Sacred Selections
All Levels
Amazing GraceTraditional/arr. Sean O'Loughlin.
Amazing Grace may well be the most popular hymn
ever written, though it has never sounded better
than in this absolutely gorgeous setting. Flowing
lines along with some impressive harmonic
twists lift up this tune. It's musically sensitive and
simply beautiful!
10457527 String Orchestra . . . . . . . E 50.00
l Be Still, My SoulJean Sibelius/arr. Robert
Longfield. This classic, beautiful hymn is a great
introduction to tone production, phrasing and
ensemble sonority for developing strings. It is
sophisticated yet accessible and is sure to be a
welcome addition to your repertoire.
10627359 String Orchestra . . . . . . . E 50.00
n Be Thou My Visionarr. Robert Frost. Everyone
should get the chance to play this beautiful folk
tune, which is also an Irish hymn. Set in the key of
C with a nice modulation to G, this keeps everyone
in their most comfortable ranges and brings out a
rich and full sound. This setting is suitable for all
situations, sacred or secular.
2476232 String Orchestra . . . . . . . E 45.00
Bravery and GraceGeorge Sweet. A delightfully
unique combining of Scotland the Brave and
Amazing Grace. This setting brings fresh new
harmonic treatments and joins the tunes as if they
were meant to be together.
10522015 String Orchestra . . . . . . M 55.00
n It Is Well with My SoulPhilip Bliss/Carrie
Lane Gruselle. From the gentle beginning to the
triumphant and powerful climax, this enduring
arrangement allows students to study expression
to the fullest. A beautiful way to move your audience
and deliver the universal message that we can find
peace within the most tumultuous circumstances.
10512572 String Orchestra . . . . . . . E 45.00
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