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Original Concert Works easy / medium-easy
H Sahara CrossingRichard Meyer. Sounds of a
desert caravan are found in this fun and exciting
original by Richard Meyer. It's an excellent piece to
reinforce the tonal color of low first finger notes (Eb
and Bb). The bouncing cello and bass parts and
optional tambourine and finger cymbal parts add
just the right exotic flavor. Wonderful!
2442523 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
l Sanchito's SambaLoreta Fin. Students and
audiences alike will enjoy this entertaining, original
work, written in D Major and based on a 3/3/2
samba feel. Rhythms are varied but repetitive,
requiring students to explore different bowing
combinations, using slurs, ties and accents.
Dynamics and articulations are also varied, helping
to create the lively dance feel.
10595011 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
l SeesawSteven H. Brook. The perfect
technical piece for developing tone, listening
skills, string crossings, smooth bow changes, and
independence. The listener will envision beautiful
days at a park as melodies and dynamics move up
and down between sections, as on a seesaw.
10594757 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
n Ships of IrelandSoon Hee Newbold. This
driving, D minor jig is a great way to close a concert!
All sections get a chance to play the theme as well
as accompany, using pizzicato, drones, or a lilting
figure that conveys the rolling waves of the sea.
This calls for crisp, clean playing that will bring out
the best in your students and thrill your audience.
2701813 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
SilhouettesAlan Lee Silva. With legato
melodic lines, driving marcato phrases and quiet
pizzicato figures, Silhouettes employs a wide
range of musical techniques for young players
to grasp. The piece begins with four measures
of unaccompanied, solo violin playing the lyrical
melody. The rest of the orchestra then joins to
create lovely melodies and harmonies that are lush
and full-sounding. Expressive playing and dynamic
contrasts showcase your students' musicianship
from beginning to end.
10366584 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n SnowflakeYukiko Nishimura. Floating and
delicate, this gorgeous piece features long melody
lines and plenty of sustaining harmonies. It evokes
the feeling of taking a walk during a gentle snowfall.
The first violin part leads with the main melody, as
the other sections have an inner melody. Each line
should be played espressivo at all times. A stunning
selection for winter concerts.
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SolitudeSean O'Loughlin. Lush harmonies with
well-placed dissonances pull at your emotions in
this sophisticated ballad. It is a wonderful vehicle
for young musicians to express themselves and use
their budding musical skills in an emotive way.
10592944 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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Spring Breezesarr. Richard Meyer. Try this
tender folksong from Taiwan to develop your
students' sensitive and lyric style. Accompanied
by lush, modern-sounding harmonies, the melody
is passed to each section. The solos for violin
and cello are at a medium-easy level, and are
accompanied by a prominent harp or piano part.
Simply gorgeous!
2442762 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
n Stone Mountain StompCarl Strommen.
This one stands out in the "fiddle tune" category.
Carl Strommen has managed to take some of
the sounds of Southern fiddling and mix them
with a Western "Copland-esque" style and make
something really special. Another great feature of
this one is that the violas and low strings all get a
chance at some fiddling.
2472094 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
Storm the GatesAlan Lee Silva. This piece is a
rush of excitement right out of the gates. Starting
with exciting and angular rhythms, this work moves
to sweet, lyrical lines.
10457571 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
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The Swans of Lir (Strings Only Edition)
Stephen Chin. The Swans of Lir is an Irish
legend about a group of young children who
are transformed into swans that float in a lake
for 900 years. The soulful melody and lush
accompaniments in the first section reflect this
sense of loss and helplessness. In the more
vigorous and driving second part, the spell is
lifted and the swans are transformed back into
the children they once were. The very memorable
melodies are shared around the ensemble.
10604801 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 60.00
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Takeda No KomoriutaKeiko Yamada. This
well-known folk song in Japan is a song that a
little girl sings to herself while she toils in a difficult
situation. With somber pensive tone and dark, lush
harmonies, the folk song is presented four separate
times with varying harmonies and textures.
10592942 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Tango D'amourSusan Day. Winner of the 2006
Texas Orchestra Directors Association Composition
Contest, the French title means "Tango of Love."
From the opening three chords, this piece is set
apart by its dramatic quality, intriguing harmonies
and genuine tango style. Written in D minor, all
parts stay in first position. An appropriate choice
for any concert, festival, or contest, students and
teachers will want to play this one every day!
10026992 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 47.00
Theme with Academic VariationsTraditional/
arr. Jeffrey S. Bishop. After introducing the theme,
the orchestra then performs "variations" of it: a
version with 85% of the notes correct; 93% correct;
100% but with poor musicianship; and finally "as
perfect as possible." It's a real eye-opener for
parents, community members, and administrators.
10500822 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
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Tiptoe PolkaMatt Turner. No bows necessary!
This light and lively piece provides a pizzicato-only
experience in a polka style. The ensemble gets to
explore different dynamic ranges while emphasizing
the soft sounds. The students get to vocalize "Hey"
and "Shh," as the piece leads to a delightful finish!
10592922 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
H ToccatinaWilliam Hofeldt. This is exceptionally
nice! Very rhythmic and in a minor key, this "little
toccata" is a very welcome addition to the easy
string orchestra literature!
2253037 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
n TurbulenceWilliam Owens. Turbulence gets
its kick from driving accented rhythms and edgy
dissonance. It's got the right balance of lyrical style
and rhythmic punch for even your violas and cellos
to shake things up. Highly recommended.
10307145 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
UndercurrentsSean O'Loughlin. A four-note
motive pushes the piece forward and is contrasted by
a lush middle section. The unrelenting motive comes
back and brings the piece to a dramatic finish.
10522063 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
4 Uno, Dos, Bass!Richard Meyer. It's a fiesta
for your basses in this colorful section feature your
students will love putting together. Carefully written
to make your bass section sound their best, this
piece starts with Las Chiapanecas (the famous
Mexican Clapping Song) and segues into a clever
2/4 version of Cielito Lindo. The two songs are then
heard simultaneously, bringing this mini-concerto
to a rousing conclusion.
10594977 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
l UnparalleledChuck Elledge. Written in
celebration of the 100th anniversary of the U.S.
National Park Service, players and audiences will
be swept up with the mix of simplicity and evolving
grandeur of the music which beautifully symbolizes
the myriad elements of nature, kept pristine in each
park for generations to come. Extensive enrichment
materials provide opportunities for students to learn
about and reflect upon the natural and cultural
resources so carefully preserved in America's
National Parks.
10616617 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 52.00
Valse DiaboliqueJoseph Compello. This dark,
rich and mysterious piece would fit perfectly on a
Halloween concert or festival. This is the kind of
music students love to play.
10457585 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n Variations on an Irish TuneBrian Balmages.
Based on Thomas Moore's famous song The
Minstrel Boy, this work uses the full gamut of
styles and techniques, from bagpipe drones to
lyrical playing and even fiddle music. The work
is composed of three variations that run together
seamlessly. The first variation presents the
entire tune, much more upbeat than it is usually
performed. The second, lyrical section is absolutely
beautiful and offers an opportunity for working on
musicianship and phrasing without overextending
the group technically. The final section is fiddle
music and takes the audience on a thrill ride that
builds to a glorious conclusion. A wonderful piece
to showcase your group!
10008688 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
n VikingSoon Hee Newbold. Take on the dynamic
spirit of the ancient Vikings in this energetic piece!
Open-string double stops, pizzicato, and optional
percussion create a dramatic sound that will
transport you into a legendary seafaring adventure.
Each instrument part is featured while working on
various bowing styles and dynamics. Violins utilize
low 2nd finger, while basses have limited low 1s.
10454265 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
Viola CountryRichard Meyer. Spotlight your
magnificent violas in this feature with Western
flavors, and give your "unsung heroes" a chance
to show off. Includes a heroic opening, a flashy
"fiddle" melody and a flowing legato section. Easy
to rehearse, and fun for every section!
10370736 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
4 Wind DancerChris M. Bernotas. With its
optimistic and light sound, Wind Dancer is a great
concert choice! Use your imagination and create
your own story to accompany the melodic and
rhythmic themes in the piece. Every section has an
opportunity to shine, and a pizzicato section adds to
the charm.
10594753 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
H Wood Splitter FanfareBrian Balmages.
Inspired by the courage of a string player, this will
immediately command your audience's attention!
A thrilling fanfare with sweeping lines, forceful
rhythms, and counterpoint all in a short grade 2.5
that is quite achievable! Your group will sound like
a symphony orchestra as the music drives through
several sections before a flurry of chords bring the
work to an exciting conclusion. Intense!
10066346 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 45.00
4 YorktownTodd Parrish. This moving piece
provides a great opportunity for the use of slow
bow strokes and for cross-curricular study. The
victory over the British forces at Yorktown, Virginia
by the American Continental Army in 1781 signaled
the end of the Revolutionary War. This original
work remembers the heroic efforts of General
Washington and the brave soldiers he commanded
to forge a new nation founded on freedom.
10594979 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
Original Concert Works
Medium-Easy
AblazeChris M. Bernotas. This fierce concert
piece takes the orchestra on an exciting musical
journey. Students will be challenged to perform with
various emotional styles, including both intense and
legato melodies.
10453626 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 46.00
4 Acadia First LightAndrew H. Dabczynski.
Acadia First Light sensitively conveys the rising
sun as it first greets America each morning on
Cadillac Mountain at Acadia National Park in Maine.
Written in celebration of that park's centennial, this
enchanting piece provides an opportunity for young
string players to musically express the magic of
dawn on the mountain, of light sparkling on the
ocean, of swelling seas as a squall approaches,
and of the returning calm as the light recedes.
10594919 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 49.00
Across the WindDoug Spata. Thrilling
melodies swoop and soar over bristling ostinatos
in this exciting concert overture in F Major. With a
triumphant style and dramatic range of emotions,
players will enjoy performing this piece. Many
musical and technical skills are reinforced including
16th note patterns with slurs, part independence,
and accidentals. The graceful middle section of the
piece is an excellent place for players to experiment
with vibrato. Truly an exhilarating, enriching journey
that students will be excited to take again and again!
10370508 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
Adventure on the High SeasLorie Gruneisen.
Depicting danger and intrigue on a sailing vessel
from three centuries ago, this imaginative vignette
features a majestic captain's theme, a jig dance on
deck by the crew, and even a skirmish with pirates.
It's perfect for groups that are just starting shifting
in first Violin parts. Three copies of the Viola T.C./
Violin 3 part are included in each set.
10299306 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 48.00
Adventures of StringmanRichard Meyer.
Your students and audience will love following the
adventures of Stringman as he comes to the aid of
struggling string players and helps rid the concert
hall of annoying band members. This crowd-
pleaser gives your orchestra plenty of chances to
"ham it up," while the stirring, heroic main theme
will definitely motivate all of your players to soar
to new heights! Solo spots are included for cello,
violin, and even a beginning "squeaky" clarinetist!
2703082 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 56.00
H
African AdventureRobert Sheldon. When
it comes time to celebrate the musical colors of
Africa, combine forces with your string group and
percussion ensemble on this stylish concert work
for the developing ensemble. Repetitive rhythms
and a catchy melodic hook propel the piece
forward as it develops momentum and dramatic
flair. Substitute Orff instruments for the melodic
percussion for an even more authentic timbre.
A guaranteed favorite!
10280280 String Orchestra,
Percussion Req. . . . . . . . . . 46.00
n After the RainSusan H. Day. As the title
indicates, this gorgeous work is reminiscent of
the fresh, clear air after a storm passes. The
beautiful flowing lines bring on tranquility, and the
rich soothing tapestry of lower voices creates an
interwoven relaxation. Stunning!
10370756 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . 50.00
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Original Concert Works
Medium-Easy
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Boreas—Todd Parrish.
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Lullaby to the Moon—Brian Balmages.
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Forever Joyful!—Brian Balmages.
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Spartacus—Brian Balmages.
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Lullaby—William Hofeldt.
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Blue Rhythmico—Kirt N. Mosier.
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Creatures—Brian Balmages.
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Perpetual Fiddle Motion—Brian Balmages.
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Lion City—Soon Hee Newbold.
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Afterburn—Brian Balmages.
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