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4 Gap of DunloeChris Thomas. Transport your
audience to the Emerald Isle with this music
inspired by traditional Irish songs and the beauty
of Ireland's Gap of Dunloe. The lyrical melodies,
call-and-response counterpoint, and a touch of
traditional Irish style paint a colorful picture evoking
images of the magnificent Irish landscape.
10592149 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
l Ghost in the Living RoomSusan H. Day.
Perfect for your fall concert, here is a piece that
has spooky lyrics to teach the rhythms in the easy
melodic line. Upper string parts are doubled, and
the cello part doubles the bass line. Everyone gets
to do glissando. Feature some of your orchestra
members singing the lyrics, or invite members of
the choir to join with the orchestra! Find out who
this ghost in the living room is!
10594943 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
n Golden FieldsAlan Silva. Give your students
the gift of this piece from movie and television
composer Alan Silva. It's a wistful tune with optional
piano that may be the most memorable work in
your concert. It is easy to play, yet has much to
offer musically. This wonderfully orchestrated piece
offers each student the opportunity to play an
important role.
2477497 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
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Heart in the HighlandsStephen Chin. Inspired
by the Scottish poet Robert Burns, this work
evokes images of the craggy yet exquisite Scottish
highlands. Heart-throbbing pizzicati, mysterious
harmonics, string-dotted rhythms, and bagpipe-like
drones all work together to bring a slice of Scotland
to both your ensemble and audience.
10604773 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
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Hey Ho, the WindDeborah Baker Monday.
The title was taken from a Shakespeare song
and represents the spirit of the open seas and
the adventurous life of the pirate. The simple
rhythmic combinations of two eighth notes and
one quarter note offer a great training ground for
first-year students.
10592896 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n HiawathaSoon Hee Newbold. You can almost
hear the tribal drums beating in this exciting piece
inspired by the famous native American chief!
An ostinato pattern in the low strings sets the
tone, and your players will need F naturals and
C naturals to pull off the D dorian sound. A great
piece that's sure to work into cross-curricular and
multicultural learning!
2474310 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
l Hocus Pocus!Willian Owens. The hand truly
is quicker than the eye in this whimsical piece
for developing strings! Using mostly stepwise
motion, it is a wonderful study in legato and
staccato styles. Written tremolos can be played
at the director's discretion while optional,
carefully scored percussion parts will certainly
add to the intrigue.
10592155 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
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 . . . . . . . . . 45.00
In ProspectGeorge Sweet. In Prospect is a
tuneful processional piece. It can be used as a
new and different march for festivals or graduation
ceremonies for any level orchestra as it is easy to
rehearse. It can also be performed on a regular
concert simply because it is an elegant and
beautiful piece for beginning string orchestra.
10522031 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
H Into the SkyBrian Balmages. This work is
portrays the thrill of takeoff and flight while only
using quarter notes in all string instruments!
Fanfare-style themes combine with the energetic
rhythms of the piano to give the music momentum
and intensity. While piano is not required, it adds a
great deal to the orchestration and will help your
youngest of students feel like they are soaring!
10066319 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Jasmine Flowerarr. Douglas Wagner. Here is
a very beautiful setting of the traditional Chinese
folk song Molihua. This tune is a vital part of
Chinese New Year celebrations and was featured
at the 2004 Summer Olympics. The soothing
pentatonic melody is reminiscent of the simple
beauty of the lovely white jasmine blossom and its
delightful scent. Players will encounter no technical
impediments in performance, with the independent
piano accompaniment and optional percussion
creating the perfect musical landscape for this
multicultural offering. Very nice!
10014643 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
4 Jubilee FanfareSoon Hee Newbold. Experience
the sounds and celebrations of an ancient festival
in this fantastic concert opener. Inspired by Celtic
dances and the drones of a medieval stringed
instrument called a hurdy-gurdy, this energetic work
will be a huge hit with your students and audience.
10592157 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
Kabuki DanceRichard Meyer. This makes a
great change-of-pace at any performance! The
Japanese sound, brought about with a pentatonic
scale, moves from D major to B minor and offers
colors and textures rarely found in pieces for
young orchestras. Written in ABA form, the work
begins with a delicate pizzicato section, followed
by a more aggressive minor section, then returns
to the opening for a satisfying close. While very
simple note-wise, this piece offers outstanding
opportunities for improvement in ensemble playing,
rhythms, dynamics and pizzicato tone production.
A nice choice!
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n King Henry's ChoiceKeith Sharp. In the
style of medieval dance, this authentic setting
transports all to the time of Henry VIII. Though his
court was infamous as well as lavish, music and
dance were a central part of courtly life. With many
opportunities for technical development, all parts
remain in 1st position.
10522543 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
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Kith and KinGeorge Sweet. Kith and Kin,
meaning "friends and family," is a lighthearted piece
for developing strings intended to inspire reflection
and fond feelings for our loved ones. The piece opens
with a warm and lush introduction which leads to
the memorable melody. With some advanced
compositional techniques, it is a perfect vehicle to
move students into more sophisticated literature.
10592892 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n KonekoKeiko Yamada. Koneko uses a simple
pentatonic tune to depict the innocent and playful
nature of a little kitten. The piece uses very limited
musical and technical material for the players.
The pentatonic tune begins with the first violins
only, and then the tutti orchestra. A secondary
theme is added with the celli taking the lead line.
Different variations of the main tune are developed,
and the lower strings get a chance with some
important melodic material. A spectacular piece
for beginners!
10308777 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
n Land of the TitansJeremy Woolstenhulme.
For beginning-level orchestra, this work features
a single violin part. It focuses on developing bow
division and speed with half, quarter, and pairs
of eighth notes. Bow lifts are included to help the
practice of drawing a strong down bow at the frog.
10523465 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Legend of Dark MountainSoon Hee Newbold.
This exciting work portrays mountains, legends,
and mystical monsters. The orchestra begins with
a dramatic opening filled with dynamic contrasts,
followed by a more legato and lyrical section. Great
for working on techniques, pizzicato, and dynamics.
10027347 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Legend of the LotusFrank J. Halferty. This
original for grade 1 strings allows young players
to achieve a sophisticated sound. With its rich,
full-bowed lyrical passages and its contrasting
pizzicato, koto-like textures, it's a great tool for
teaching bowing technique that audiences will love
as well.
10520048 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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LonestarCarl Strommen. This lovely original
ballad for strings has the sound of an American
cowboy song. It will stretch the musicianship of
your young students.
10592898 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
4 Marble Falls RondoBud Woodruff. Two-
note slurs and dotted quarter-note rhythms are
introduced to your first-year orchestra in this
delightful rondo. Basses will use half position while
the notes of the D Major scale are reinforced. Useful
for the end of the year concert to show off all that
your students have learned.
10617962 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
4 Measured TonesAlan Lee Silva. With lyrical,
scalar melodies in E minor, flowing and intuitive
phrases, and main themes circulated throughout
the orchestra, this work provides each section of
the ensemble with exciting musical challenges and
ample opportunities to shine.
10592909 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
H Medieval KingsSoon Hee Newbold. A majestic
masterpiece for beginning-level strings! Medieval
Kings boasts bold, open-5th intervals, terraced
dynamics, and prominent parts for lower strings.
Truly a feast for players, and sure to become a
repertoire favorite for years to come!
10091952 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
l Mountain DanceSeth Gamba. Perfectly suited
for first-year students, this piece uses only the
notes from the one-octave D Major scale. The
rhythmic palette is limited to eighth notes, quarter
notes, and quarter rests. There is enough repetition
for security and enough variety to keep them on
their toes.
10617966 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n Mystic CaravanSoon Hee Newbold. Dusty
travelers and their ancient color-swept caravans
fill this weighty original for young players. Easy
optional percussion keeps the beat and underpins
the ensemble's staccato notes and emphasizing
accents. Your group will really enjoy digging into
this nomadic adventure!
10307088 String Orchestra,
Percussion Opt. . . . . . . . . . 40.00
4 NinjaRichard Meyer. There's a ninja on the
loose and he's sneaking through the orchestra.
Your students will love making up storylines
for what happens next in this colorful Asian-
flavored piece that uses only the notes of the D
Major scale. There are plenty of great teaching
opportunities here for your first-year students
including pizzicato, accents, crescendos and
melody/accompaniment balance.
10594955 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . 46.00
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Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Storm—Soon Hee Newbold.
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Dragonhunter—Richard Meyer.
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Velocity—Brian Balmages.
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Aeolian Rock—Jeffrey Frizzi.
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Dragon Slayer—Rob Grice.
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Percussion Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40.00
Medieval Kings—Soon Hee Newbold.
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Adamant—Larry Clark.
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Honor and Glory—Soon Hee Newbold.
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Time Machine—Richard Meyer.
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Appalachian Hymn—Soon Hee Newbold.
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