SKU: AP.49822
ISBN 9781470648442. UPC: 038081569239. English.
Sound Orchestra: Ensemble Development for String or Full Orchestra provides a comprehensive and clear approach to developing ensemble performance skills at the intermediate through advanced level with the goal of improving technical facility and musicianship in the string or full orchestra. This method focuses on improving an ensemble's tone quality, intonation, and technique with 270 exercises grouped by key signature, including chorales and orchestral themes, that students will find both a joy and challenge to work through. Sound Orchestra thoroughly complements performance music for string or full orchestra by isolating and reinforcing each ensemble concept, focusing on improving blend, balance, phrasing, pitch accuracy, and articulation. Additional features: Percussion parts are included * Violin 3 book that replicates the viola book is available * Optional piano and saxophone parts are included * Teacher's scores are available for string orchestra or full orchestra * For intermediate through advanced string orchestra alone, full orchestra, or string orchestra with any combination of wind and percussion players. Written by By Bob Phillips, Peter Boonshaft, Chris Bernotas, Jim Palmer, and David Pope, this addition to the revolutionary Sound Innovations series will help your students create beautiful music.
SKU: AP.49823
ISBN 9781470648459. UPC: 038081569246. English.
SKU: HL.49001913
ISBN 9790220100048. UPC: 842819105473.
The thoroughly edited scores follow essentially the first edition printed by John Walsh in London in 1729. Baston was regarded as an excellent recorder and flute player who worked with London opera orchestras in the early 18th century. His easy concertos anticipating the elegant melody of the early classical period enjoy great popularity representing a rewarding task for music school orchestras and advanced recorder players.
SKU: HL.48184896
UPC: 888680859565. 9.5x12.5x0.471 inches.
Olivier Messiaen (1908-1992) is known for his unique composition style. Incorporating complex rhythms, harmony, melodies and his passion for ornithology, his Illuminations of the Beyond for Orchestra is no exception to the composer's popular, distinctive style. Composed between 1987-1991, Illuminations of the Beyond was one of the composer's last works, with the premiere occuring six months after his death. The work includes Messiaen's popular compositional techniques, such as his modes of limited transposition, and the use of birdsong. Messiaen's piece for orchestra is divided in to eleven movements and a typical performance lasts about one hour. Illuminations of the Beyond is essential to all advanced orchestras seeking to expand and vary their repertoire..
SKU: AP.48052
ISBN 9781470652319. UPC: 038081554297. English. Traditional English Carol.
Perform this famous setting of the beloved traditional English carol, The First Noel, newly scored for string orchestra with piano or harp accompaniment by Kirk Moss. The piece can stand alone or be paired with Dan Forrest's choral setting, and its captivating musical message will touch the hearts of performers and listeners alike. The setting sits so well for strings that either a younger ensemble or the most advanced students can perform it. Highly recommended! (4:45).
SKU: AP.49940S
ISBN 9781470657710. UPC: 038081575575. English.
Subterranean Dialogues, by Richard Meyer, is an edgy-sounding selection that is the perfect piece to feature your advanced string bass section while keeping all the players in your orchestra on their toes. The music unfolds as a series of dialogues, each a duet between the basses and a different section of the orchestra---violas, second violins, celli, and first violins. The wide variety of time signatures, shifting modes, and unusual orchestrations will challenge all of your musicians and delight your audience while putting the unsung heroes of your ensemble in a well-deserved spotlight. (5:00).
SKU: HL.48025168
ISBN 9780851628639. UPC: 196288110736. 8.25x11.75x0.194 inches.
This work was commissioned by the Canary Islands Festival, the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. It was composed in 2009 and first performed on 21 January 2010 at Auditorio de Tenerife, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain, by the London Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Vladimir Jurowski. This 8 minute atmospheric piece is moody and full of suspense, structured in a single slow movement. Suitable for advanced standard performers.
SKU: AP.48052S
ISBN 9781470652401. UPC: 038081554303. English. Traditional English Carol.
Perform this famous setting of the beloved traditional English carol, The First Noel, newly scored for string orchestra with piano or harp accompaniment by Kirk Moss. The piece can stand alone or be paired with Dan Forrest's choral setting, and its captivating musical message will touch the hearts of performers and listeners alike. The setting sits so well for strings that either a younger ensemble or the most advanced students can perform it. Highly recommended!
SKU: AP.48062
UPC: 038081556826. English.
Imagine the quiet, the anticipation, the tree, and all the lights as Christmas Eve becomes Christmas, and you will have the feel of this beautiful rock ballad, Midnight Christmas Eve. As seen in the Trans-Siberian Orchestra stage show The Christmas Attic, this lyric piece, arranged by Bob Phillips, will add depth to any holiday or winter concert. Though an easy piece for high school orchestras, the optional electric violin and guitar parts provide the perfect chance to feature an electric instrument and a more advanced player. If you haven't seen TSO, check it out online and then share this one with your students. Perhaps include a field trip to see the band live with lights and effects. Listen to the original recordings of TSO to decide which distortion effects to use with the electric violin or electric guitar. This is a great listening exercise for the kids. (4:05) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.40448S
UPC: 038081456287. English.
A lovely transcription, this reduction allows the advanced orchestra or community orchestra to experience Tchaikovsky's masterpiece in about half the duration of the original. A must for any library! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48062S
UPC: 038081556833. English.
Imagine the quiet, the anticipation, the tree, and all the lights as Christmas Eve becomes Christmas, and you will have the feel of this beautiful rock ballad, Midnight Christmas Eve. As seen in the Trans-Siberian Orchestra stage show The Christmas Attic, this lyric piece, arranged by Bob Phillips, will add depth to any holiday or winter concert. Though an easy piece for high school orchestras, the optional electric violin and guitar parts provide the perfect chance to feature an electric instrument and a more advanced player. If you haven't seen TSO, check it out online and then share this one with your students. Perhaps include a field trip to see the band live with lights and effects. Listen to the original recordings of TSO to decide which distortion effects to use with the electric violin or electric guitar. This is a great listening exercise for the kids. (4:05) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.49940
ISBN 9781470657703. UPC: 038081575568. English.
SKU: AP.49056S
ISBN 9781470645717. UPC: 038081564197. English.
This title features Alfred Music's String Orchestra FLEX options. That means that every part in this set is now transposed into every other part, so you can play this title with any combination of like- or mixed-string ensemble. After purchasing this set, decide what additional parts you need to meet the unique needs of your ensemble, then download and print them for free at alfred.com/supplemental---free of charge. Perfect for advanced beginning orchestra, Apache Peak by Susan H. Day, takes its title from the Apache Peak, the 2nd highest mountain peak (13,441 ft) in the Indian Peaks Wilderness of Colorado. This piece tries to capture the excitement and wonder of the breathtaking mountain scenery with melodies for all, easy rhythms, terraced dynamics, and an exciting conclusion. (2:15) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48091
ISBN 9781470654382. UPC: 038081554679. English.
Century One Tusonic by Richard Meyer will take your students on an amazing journey. This celebratory and futuristic-sounding overture is the perfect opener or closer for any concert. Tuneful, energetic, and highly emotional, the piece presents a sonic kaleidoscope of playing styles that will challenge every section of the advanced string orchestra. The unexpected harmonies and exotic rhythms give this selection a cinematic sound that is sure to intrigue your students and your audience. Brief solos for violin and cello are included. (6:00).
SKU: AP.48091S
ISBN 9781470654399. UPC: 038081554686. English.
SKU: AP.49077
ISBN 9781470645885. UPC: 038081564265. English.
This set of variations on a Native American tune is the perfect selection for contest or festival. The theme is the Owl Dance from the Yakama tribe of the state of Washington, and the variants include a wide diversity of moods and styles in five different time signatures. Yakama Variants by Richard Meyer is a multicultural tour-de-force for the advanced string orchestra that is sure to become a favorite among your students and audience. (6:00).
SKU: HL.49002109
ISBN 9790001021050. UPC: 073999473391. 8.5x11.75x0.2 inches.
Among his orchestral works, the symphonies (Wq 182) are certainly those with which C.Ph.E. Bach advances farthest into new ground in music. Contrast and surprise as well as the permanent change of affections are the essential principles of this music.
SKU: AP.41178
UPC: 038081465579. English.
The Maya kingdom was a rich and amazing culture with very advanced artistic skills. This composition embraces the rich tradition of the Maya in a very playable and artistic form, and is written in a way that makes the orchestra sound more experienced! (2:05) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: HL.48180797
UPC: 888680852542. 9x12.25 inches.
Russian composer, Alexander Glazounov (1865-1936) was director of the Saint Petersburg Conservatory for a large part of his career. As a prolific composer, his works were always well-received, Concerto in E-flat for Alto Saxophone and String Orchestra being no exception. Glazounov's compositional style was particularly significant due to his successful reconciliation of nationalism and cosmopolitanism in Russian music. Composed in 1934, a typical performance of Concerto in E-flat for Alto Saxophone and String Orchestra last about fourteen minutes and is played without a pause. The work is highly romantic and remains part of the standard Saxophone repertoire. For all advanced saxophonists, Glazounov's Concerto in E-flat ensures a riveting and exciting performance for players and audiences alike.
SKU: AP.49077S
ISBN 9781470645892. UPC: 038081564272. English.
SKU: AP.46716S
UPC: 038081532868. English.
Created with easy notes and rhythms, this regal march in the style of William Walton is playable by beginners for graduation ceremonies. It can also be learned quickly by more advanced ensembles for any concert or special event. The form is modular, so adding cuts and repeats to extend the piece is perfect for timing a procession. Enter the Laureates by Doug Spata is the perfect way to showcase your orchestra at community events!
