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Concerto for String OrchestraGeorg Phillipe
Telemann/arr. McCarrick. This is a clear example
of why Telemann is considered a master of
Baroque string music! The opening Grave is rich
with suspensions and calls for a sustained and
brooding tone. The vibrant Allegro will bring out your
students' most precise playing and adds some third
position for your first violins. Between the vigorous
bowing, dramatic dynamics and occasional uses of
daring harmony, Telemann's unique style is almost
enough to leave you breathless! This is a great way
to open a concert! It's music strings love to play and
audiences love to hear!
10049893 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
Concerto for ThreeAntonio Vivaldi/arr. Lloyd
Conley. Taken from "Concerto Grosso, Op. 3,"
L'Estro Armonico (Harmony of the Soul), this unique
edition offers the opportunity to feature three of
your best players - two violins and one viola - as
soloists accompanied by string orchestra. A great
opportunity to perform a distinctive Baroque work.
10057760 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Concerto in D Minor (The "Bach Double")
J. S. Bach/arr. Moore. We're sure you're familiar
with this one! It's the standard piece known as the
"Bach Double" that every Suzuki student eventually
learns. And chances are, you have two students who
would love to be featured in this great arrangement!
Arranged for string orchestra with optional piano
(or harpsichord), the viola, cello and bass sections
play throughout, and the two violin parts alternate
between tutti sections and solo sections. It's a very
practical design that allows you to make the most of
all your violinists while still featuring your two "stars!"
2445864 String Orchestra
1st Movement . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n CordobaIsaac Albeniz/arr. Lipton. The
Andalusian city captured by Albeniz offers players
whispers of flamenco influence from one of the
major composers of the Spanish Romantic period.
Expressive passages for section leaders emphasizes
the dramatic interplay, and will enchant audiences!
10307173 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Country Wedding (from "The Moldau")
Bedrich Smetana/arr. Dackow. Smetana's
Bohemian slow polka from "The Moldau" makes
a colorful selection for string orchestra. Sandra
Dackow's typically strong arrangement will provide
many teaching and performing opportunities.
2191658 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Czech Waltz, Op. 54, No. 4Antonin Dvorak/
arr. Stroud. The composer wrote this particular
waltz for string quartet, but it is heard here for string
orchestra. The tuneful melody is lilting and light,
creating beautiful music from beginning to end.
10374113 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Dance of the HoursAmilcare Ponchielli/arr.
Robert Longfield. As heard in the Disney classic
"Fantasia" where it served as accompaniment for
ostriches, hippos, elephants and alligators, this
work continues as a staple of the of light Classical
repertoire taken from both opera and ballet. Now
available in this superb, accessible version.
10459281 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
H Dance of the Reed FlutesTchaikovsky/
arr. Gruselle. Taken from Act II of Tchaikovsky's
timeless "Nutcracker" ballet, Carrie Lane Gruselle's
arrangement of Dance of the Reed Flutes is a
sugar-sprinkled "plum" for string orchestras. It's
a lively way to incorporate a traditional Christmas
favorite into secular holiday concerts for upper
elementary/middle performers.
10091971 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Dance of the TumblersNikolai Rimsky-
Korsakov/arr. Bob Lipton. The personality of Rimsky-
Korsakov's original really shines through in this
arrangement. The piece offers great performance
flexibility, working equally well as an opener, closer,
or even a lighter selection during your program.
10454267 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Danse Bacchanale (from "Samson and
Delilah")Camille Saint-Saens/arr. Hoffman. One
of opera's most famous scenes is now available in
this skilled adaption for strings, with the powerful
tribal dance scene from "Samson and Delilah."
After opening with an evocative violin solo, the
tension-filled movement accelerates to a brilliant
finish, depicting the drama surrounding Samson's
destruction of the temple and his enemies.
10343646 String Orchestra,
Percussion Req. . . . . . . . . . 50.00
H DanzaVaclav Nelhybel. Nelhybel's intriguing
work is divided into three sections, Adagio; Allegro,
and Vivo. Nelhybel's contribution to the world of
music is fast becoming recognized worldwide.
Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra
on the CD, Teaching Music Through Performance
in Orchestra Volume 1 - Pepper #5973728.
2065894 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Dove's Vagary (The Dancing Master)Shirl
Jae Atwell. This lively tune is an adaptation of
The Dancing Master, a popular 1600s dance. The
melody is lighthearted and carefree, while the brisk
rhythms fall neatly under nimble fingers. A fun
showpiece for any concert!
10370542 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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Eine Kleine Nachtsmusik (First Movement)
W.A. Mozart/arr. Robert D. McCashin. Eine
Kleine Nachtmusik was written near the end of
Mozart's short life (1787) as a four-movement
serenade for chamber strings. It has become
one of his most-performed works, and this easy
arrangement of the first movement will allow young
orchestras to perform it beautifully.
10568185 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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Entrance of the Queen of ShebaG.F. Handel/
arr. H.B. Fisher. A sure winner with your violin
section, this festive processional by Handel will sound
"royal" with your group. On the easy side of this level.
Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on
the CD Teaching Music Through Performance in
Orchestra, Volume 1 - Pepper #5973728.
2301349 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 62.00
H Fantasia 2000Various/arr. Blake Neely. We're
not sure whether to call this one Classical or Pop,
so we'll call it both! Musically, all of the pieces
used in Disney's film "Fantasia 2000" are fabulous
classical selections known to most everyone. And
from the popular angle, the music's use in the
Disney film has exposed it to a huge audience,
which is a great thing! Let your orchestra recreate
the excitement of the movie soundtrack with this
great medley of Carnival Of The Animals, Pomp and
Circumstance, Beethoven's Symphony No. 5, The
Sorcerer's Apprentice and Firebird Suite.
2433035 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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FeuerfestJosef Strauss/arr. Carl Strommen.
Feuerfest was written to commemorate the sale of a
fireproof safe by a famous Vienna safe company. The
piece has a distinctive Austrian flare like that of more
famous marches like the Radetzsky March, but is
much more playable for young orchestras. This polka
will be a refreshing change for any performance.
10592930 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
H For Unto UsG. F. Handel/arr. Frost. Handel's
"Messiah" holds a special place of importance in
the concert repertoire, being frequently performed
not only at Christmas, but also at Easter and
other times of the year. This arrangement is an
important addition to the medium-easy orchestra
library because it allows students to perform
this wonderful chorus without full symphonic
instrumentation. Third position is required of 1st
violin, with limited position work in the cello and
bass parts; some upper string parts are divisi as
well. Students will enjoy having the opportunity to
perform this well-known and beloved chorus.
10059457 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 52.00
n Gavotte, Op. 40Edvard Grieg/arr. Jeff Bailey.
Delightful and treasured, Grieg's "Holberg Suite" is
not to be missed. This arrangement of the Gavotte
for younger players includes a "learning bank."
10523459 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 52.00
n The Gordian Knot UntiedHenry Purcell/arr.
Andrew H. Dabczynski. Purcell's overture provides
an opportunity to perform a dramatic Baroque
overture with authentic style and is an outstanding
vehicle for learning important foundational string
skills. Carefully edited, here's a definitive and
timeless selection that will grace any orchestra
concert program.
10520865 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
n Grand March from "Aida"Giuseppe Verdi/
arr. Hall. Verdi's music transcends the boundaries
of its genre: an excerpt from "Aida" has become
part of popular culture. This arrangement includes
a significant number of bowings and fingerings to
assist less experienced players, but still retains the
spirit and flavor of the full orchestra original.
10374127 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Grover's CornersAaron Copland/arr. Lavender.
Aaron Copland composed this theme for the movie
version of Thornton Wilder's popular play "Our
Town." A nice slice of Americana.
10374194 String Orchestra with Bells . 45.00
Habanera (from "Carmen")Georges Bizet/
arr. Brubaker. This aria, probably the most popular
habanera ever, lends itself in a superb fashion
to the string orchestra. Even in the opera score,
the cello is the anchor, providing the rhythmic
and tonal structure on which the aria is built.
Incorporating many special effects, including
optional tambourine and triangle, this new setting
is as fun to play as it is to listen to. Truly a must for
any string library!
10310453 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
H
Hopak (from "The Fair at Sorochinsk")
Mussorgsky/arr. Isaac. This lively Russian dance
comes from the brilliant orchestral music of
Mussorgsky. Merle Isaac's excellent adaptation has
long been a classic of school orchestras.
988667 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 62.00
n In Paradisum (from "Requiem in D Minor")
Gabriel Faure/arr. Lipton. The last movement of
Faure's "Reqiuem in D Minor" has a transcendent
beauty that will cause goose bumps for audience
members and performers alike. This arrangement
has a technical ease that leaves the player free to
concentrate on communicating Faure's vision of
emotion and expression. An optional harp/keyboard
part is included. Very moving.
10366825 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
In the Bleak MidwinterGustav Holst/arr.
McBrien. This rich, lush Christmas carol has been
expertly arranged for string orchestra. Each section
of the orchestra is featured in the presentation of
the gorgeous tune, and if you listen closely you'll
hear a snippet of The First Noel towards the end.
A deeply moving, emotional work, that will be a
memorable centerpiece for your next winter or
holiday concert! Truly stunning!
10370563 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
H In the Hall of the Mountain KingEdvard
Grieg/arr. Monday. The ever-popular Grieg classic
is a natural in this carefully edited version for
string orchestra! Keeping as true to the original
as possible, Deborah Monday's arrangement is
exceptionally dramatic and lets your musicians
bring this Norwegian legend to life! A perennial
audience pleaser!
2444057 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n MarchP.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Lynne Latham.
Chromatic passages, basic shifting, and a variety
of rhythmic patterns make for a challenging
romp through one of Tchaikovsky's most-loved
symphonic works.
10523564 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Marche Militaire Op. 51, No. 1Franz Schubert/
arr. Cerulli. Here is a Schubert classic that never
goes out of style. This high energy march is full of
dynamic contrasts and articulation challenges from
beginning to end. It's lively, it's fun, and it's sure to
be a success technically and musically!
10364393 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Marriage of Figaro OvertureW. A. Mozart/arr.
Hoffman. Clearly one of Mozart's most well-known
and beloved compositions, this overture will be
sure to thrill both your audience and students, from
the immediately recognizable opening statement
through the triumphant final chords! An outstanding
arrangement of a Classical masterwork!
10033621 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Themes from The MoldauBedrich Smetana/
arr. Robert S. Frost. An excellent rehearsal/
performance selection which will be very beneficial
in building maturity in your string players.
2098705 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Molly on the ShorePercy Grainger/arr. Dackow.
A rollicking good time! Not another "Celtic clone,"
this is actually a setting of two Irish reels Grainger
arranged for string quartet in 1907. It retains much
of its quartet flavor by giving each section lots to
do. But don't worry, the second violins and violas
remain in first position throughout. The Dackow/
Grainger combination ensures a crowd-pleaser
that you can feel confident programming! Very nice!
5665377 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
MoonlightingLudwig van Beethoven/arr.
Deborah Baker Monday. This creative version
of the Moonlight Sonata in a tango style offers
the best of both worlds by bringing Classical and
popular elements together in one great work!
Easily accessible in the key of D minor for grade
2+ groups, it enhances the beauty of Beethoven's
famous original with gentle Latin rhythms and some
contemporary harmonies.
10439380 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n New World Symphony, Themes from the
Antonin Dvorak/arr. Gruselle. Your orchestra will feel
a great sense of accomplishment when they perform
this well-arranged sampler of tunes from Dvorak's
most famous symphony! This medley moves from
one famous theme to another and manages to give
the violas and cellos some really nice parts! This
masterful arrangement makes a great addition to
any performance! Simply outstanding!
10008699 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
n One Hand One HeartLeonard Bernstein/arr.
Longfield. This simple, straightforward version of
Bernstein's classic love song from the stage show
and film captures all the hope of the lovestruck
Maria and Tony. Robert Longfield has created a
superb performance and teaching version that is
ideal for any performance!
10016100 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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by directors.
Entrance of the Queen of Sheba—
G.F. Handel/arr. H.B. Fisher.
2301349 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
2301349E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
Sleepers Wake—J. S. Bach/arr. Brubaker.
2478060 String Orch or Full Orch. . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
2478060E String Orch or Full Orch ePrint. . . . . . . 63.00
Ancient Aires and Dances—
Respighi/arr. Brubaker.
10032563 String Orch or Full Orch. . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
10032563E String Orch or Full Orch ePrint. . . . . . . 55.00
Sinfonia in G—
Domenico Gallo/arr. Douglas E. Wagner.
10520739 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.00
Allegro con Brio (from "Symphony No. 5")—
Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. John O'Neill.
10307139 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Gavotte, Op. 40—Edvard Grieg/arr. Jeff Bailey.
10523459 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 (First Movement,
Abridged)—J. S. Bach/arr. Isaac.
2052959 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
2052959E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
Themes from The Moldau—
Bedrich Smetana/arr. Robert S. Frost.
2098705 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Palladio—Karl Jenkins/arr. Longfield.
2481835 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
2481835E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Alla Tarantella—
Edward MacDowell/arr. Bob Cerulli.
10522567 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49.00
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