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H Allegretto (from "The Creatures of Prome-
theus")Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Rick
England. Absolutely perfect for cross-curricular
study in middle school or high school! Prometheus,
through trickery, stole fire from Zeus, gave it to
mortals and was punished daily for eternity for his
crime. Beethoven's melody itself has a bit of trickery
and a good deal of moxy as it weaves through each
section of the orchestra. The story and Beethoven's
marvelous music will provide good discussion
among the players and even your audience.
10280397 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
Allegretto GraziosoAntonin Dvorak/arr.
Sieving. Here's the 3rd movement from "Symphony
#8," one of Dvorak's most famous works and
it certainly carries his penchant for memorable
melodies! Allegretto Grazioso, is actually based
on a song from an earlier opera, and the coda
in a faster tempo recalls the Slavonic Dances.
These infectiously joyous melodies will be loved by
students and audiences alike.
10015096 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
n AllegroSigr. Anderssen/arr. Robert D. McCashin.
This wonderful Baroque work by Swedish
composer Anderssen is full of energy and harmonic
excitement. This arrangement reduces some of
the technical demands without compromising the
artistic integrity of the original.
10512552 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
4 AllegroG.P. Telemann/arr. Robert Sieving.
Wonderful for teaching Baroque style and bowing
concepts, this piece features limited third position
for the violins, cellos, and basses. Violas share in
the thematic materials with string basses mostly
sharing the basso continuo line with cellos.
10594921 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
n Allegro BarbaroBela Bartok/arr. Lipton. Intense,
driving rhythms, pounding ostinatos and Eastern
European influences mark this string orchestra
arrangement of Bartok's famous piano piece.
Your students will thrive on the energy and unique
sounds of music by a twentieth century master.
Harmonically complex and extremely compelling -
once you listen to this, you'll be hooked!
10366783 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
4 Allegro con brio from "Symphony No. 8"
Antonin Dvorak/arr. Robert D. McCashin. This
spectacular arrangement features the first
movement of Dvorak's well-known "Symphony
No. 8." While the arrangement has been made
accessible to younger ensembles, it retains all the
expressiveness and primary thematic material of
the original work. A delightful and spirited piece that
will surely captivate your orchestra and audience!
10592137 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Allegro from "Quinten" Quartet (Op. 76, No. 2)
F.J. Haydn/arr. McBrien. Set in the dark key of
D minor, rhythmic and harmonic agitation propels
the music of this string quartet forward as the four-
note theme is developed. This chamber music
masterpiece with added bass part will display your
advancing orchestra's technique and musicianship
from beginning to end. A perfect selection for
concert or contest!
10370512 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
n Allegro (from "Sinfonia No. 6 in G Minor")
J.C. Bach/arr. McCashin. Ideal for a concert
opener or closer, this energetic work features
strong rhythms and vibrant harmonies while the
true genius of Johann Christian Bach shines
through. Conductors have the freedom to choose
a tempo that fits their ensemble without losing the
work's engaging nature. Certain to be a favorite
with performers and audiences!
10366786 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
H Allegro in DVivaldi/arr. Frackenpohl. In this
fine arrangement of Vivaldi's "Concerto in C
for Two Trumpets," the solo trumpet lines have
been transferred to first and second violins. It's a
stirring adaptation which retains the characteristic
"trumpet" sound of the original, and a delightful
concert selection for string orchestra! Recorded
by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD,
Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra,
Volume 1 - Pepper # 5973728.
2276202 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 35.00
4 Allegro SpiritosoW.A. Mozart/arr. Marcia
Stockton & J. Cameron Law. Mozart's effervescent
brilliance and perfection of the Classical form are
evident in this movement, written in 1775 for wind
sextet. The included bowings and fingerings help
make this wind piece a natural for strings!
10609908 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
America (from "West Side Story")Leonard
Bernstein/arr. Bulla. Powerfully rhythmic and
exciting to perform, here is one of the best known
musical moments from "West Side Story," for string
orchestra. This arrangement has been carefully
crafted to make this unique Bernstein song effective
and successful for your players.
2482142 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Andante con Moto from "Symphony No. 5"
Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Caputo. Beethoven's
captivating melody that begins this Andante is
one of the most famous cello/viola melodies ever
written. This "strings-only" edition allows the
ensemble to experience even more of Beethoven's
melodic genius, while evening out some of the
complexities of the original opus. The result is
a respectful look at the German master that
developing groups and their audiences will enjoy.
10352421 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Andante from "Symphony No. 6"
P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Longfield. A memorable and
dramatic symphonic theme from Tchaikovsky
is now available for string orchestra. Treat your
students to a rich musical experience by this
revered composer of orchestral masterworks.
10061228 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
l Auld Lang SyneTraditional/arr. David
Bobrowitz & J. Cameron Law. The music is a
pentatonic Scottish folk melody that was probably
originally performed moderately fast. The song
gradually became a worldwide tradition at New
Years' celebrations. This beautiful and emotional
version uses lush modern harmonies and moving
inner voices. A touching piece to end your annual
winter concert.
10609910 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Bacchanale (from "Samson And Delilah")
Camille Saint-Saens/arr. Porter. A vibrant work of
intriguing melodies and harmonies from Saint-Saens'
opera that will give your 1st violins a good workout!
A great choice for concert or festival performance!
2382349 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n The Barber of SevilleRossini/arr. Gruselle.
Here's Rossini's most famous work, carefully
arranged to be a success for your group! Treat
your audience to one of opera's best-loved
overtures. This arrangement includes a wide
range of musical expression and will show off
your group's abilities nicely! Excellent writing and
memorable themes!
10008701 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
H
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 (First & Second
Movements)J.S. Bach/arr. Merle Isaac. An
excellent work for string orchestra! Perfect for
both rehearsal and performance, this is a superb
selection to develop confidence in each section and
in each individual player. Recorded by Michigan
State University Orchestra on the CD Teaching
Music Through Performance in Orchestra Volume
1 - Pepper #5973728.
2007599 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 62.00
5973728 Teaching Music Through
Performance in Orchestra,
Vol. 1, 4-CD Set . . . . . . . . . 49.50
n Brook Green SuiteGustav Holst. A longtime
favorite in the string repertoire, this 3-movement
classic continues to dominate festival performances.
Holst created this masterwork with student players
in mind during his tenure at St. Paul's Girls School,
where his career also flourished in music education.
As an added feature, four optional woodwind parts
(fl, ob, cl, bsn) created by Holst have been included
in the publication. I. Prelude II. Air III. Dance (G.
Schirmer edition ).
4907952 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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Canon in DJohann Pachelbel/arr. Stephen Chin.
This arrangement, while faithful to the original work
for three violins and basso continuo, includes an
optional adaptation of the violin 3 part for viola,
optional Grade 1 string parts, and an optional
keyboard part to add the luxurious texture. A
wonderfully all-inclusive arrangement of a work
that is universally loved!
10604754 Multi-Level Orchestra
opt. Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
4 CantiqueGabriel Faure/arr. Douglas E. Wagner.
Faure's breathtakingly beautiful Cantique de
Jean Racine is now available in a sumptuous
arrangement for string orchestra, simply titled
Cantique. The unifying triplet figure along
with profound harmonic development sets the
foundation for soaring melodic lines that are
shared throughout in various parts. This is music
from the heart that will rest calmly and peacefully
on audience ears. A perfect choice for contest for
showcasing the musical and expressive traits of
your ensemble.
10594774 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 58.00
n Capriccio EspagnolRimsky-Korsakoff/arr.
Dackow. This immortal work is now available
for string orchestra! Sandra Dackow's expert
arrangement for intermediate strings deserves
a permanent place in your library. It's a selection
you'll want to program again and again!
2236115 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 80.00
4
Carmen SuiteGeorges Bizet/arr. Todd Parrish.
This three-movement suite of Bizet's masterpiece
"Carmen" is carefully arranged to work well with
your high school string orchestra. Each movement
is musically interesting and preserves the passion of
the original score. Use the optional percussion part
for added intensity. Includes Aragonaise, Habanera,
and Les Toreadors.
10568179 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Claire De LuneClaude Debussy/arr. Bob
Lipton & J. Cameron Law. Your string students
can finally experience performing Debussy's
masterpiece. This arrangement still contains all of
the impressionistic beauty with only the pianistic
arpeggios removed. With its very intuitive change
of tempos and dynamics, you will be astounded
at how sensitively your students can play.
10460669 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 Concerto Grosso Op. 6, No. 8 (Christmas
Concerto)Arcangelo Corelli/arr. Todd Parrish.
Subtitled Fatto per la notte di Natale, or "made for
the night of Christmas," Corelli's Christmas Concerto
stands as one of the finest concerti grossi of the
Baroque era. All solo parts have been incorporated
into a string orchestra version that retains the original
key signatures. This collection contains three of the
movements in fast, slow, fast format.
10594937 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
Concerto Grosso, Op. 6, No. 1George F.
Handel/arr. Robert D. McCashin. Following the
rhythmically captivating yet lyrical Giusto movement
comes a boisterous and lively Allegro. Both
movements are drawn from Handel's celebrated
Op. 6 collection and provide opportunities for all
players in the ensemble.
10500796 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Concerto in DG.P. Telemann/arr. Katie O'Hara
LaBrie. This Baroque masterpiece, made up of four
short movements, provides everyone a chance to
play the melody! It's perfect for when lower string
players are ready to shift into upper positions.
10453870 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 59.00
4 Concerto in D for Strings (Mvt. 2)G.P.
Telemann/arr. Steven Frackenpohl. This
arrangement of the second movement of the
Concerto in D for Trumpet and Two Oboes is
arranged here for Grade 3 groups. Encompassing
the typical energetic Baroque style, several inventive
contrasting sections are included that clearly point
towards the early Classical era.
10595059 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 52.00
H Contrapunctus No. 1 (from "The Art of the
Fugue")J. S. Bach/arr. Nelhybel. Here is a
masterful study in the construction of the Baroque
fugue that displays the genius of this monumental
composer. Artfully adapted for use with string
orchestra or string quintet, this is an excellent
opportunity for strings to experience contrapuntal
writing at its finest and develop independent
playing skills.
10094058 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Coriolan Overture, Op. 62Ludwig van
Beethoven/arr. Jeremy Woolstenhulme. When a
full orchestra is not a possibility, this phenomenal
arrangement provides string players an open
door to the rich music of Beethoven. The original
Beethoven key is in C minor, this arrangement is in
D minor.
10523449 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 52.00
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Inverno (Scenes from Vivaldi's "Winter")—
Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Todd Parrish.
10444015 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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Waltz No. 2—Shostakovich/arr. Lavender.
10081471 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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Fugue (from "L'estro Armonico")—
Antonio Vivaldi & J.S. Bach/arr. Bob Lipton.
10512566 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 (First & Second
Movements)—J.S. Bach/arr. Merle Isaac.
2007599 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
2007599E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
Danse Macabre—
Camille Saint-Saens/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle.
10512560 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Finale from "Firebird"—
Igor Stravinsky/arr. Jamin Hoffman.
10500885 String Orchestra, Percussion Opt.. . . . . 55.00
The Barber of Seville—Rossini/arr. Gruselle.
10008701 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
Flower Duet from "Lakme"—
Leo Delibes/arr. Frank J. Halferty.
10520055 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Farandole (from "L'Arlesienne Suite No. 2")—
Georges Bizet/arr. Isaac.
2038313 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
2038313E String Orchestra ePrint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62.00
Allegro (from "Sinfonia No. 6 in G Minor")—
J.C. Bach/arr. McCashin.
10366786 String Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
