SKU: KJ.SO349C
UPC: 084027043677.
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. Duration: 2:40 Correlated to: Book 1, page 30.
SKU: KJ.SO149C
Players and audiences will always cherish the beautiful lyrical melody. Opt Harp included.
SKU: KJ.SO222F
Easy syncopation gives this grade 2 piece a carefree and playful feel. Rollin' Along was designed to help students who are new to the string orchestra sound confident and strong. It is composed in G and D Major, giving cello and viola players the chance to play in extended first position.
SKU: KJ.SO381C
UPC: 8402704800.
The eloquent opening of Back at Home, played by the cello and bass sections, sets a rich tone for what is simple, yet thought provoking. This ballad is gorgeous in every way and it asks players and audiences to connect the music to a personal experience that gives way to being back at home.
SKU: KJ.SO425F
UPC: 8402705113.
SKU: KJ.SO442C
SKU: KJ.SO436F
UPC: 8402705143.
SKU: KJ.SO170F
Designed as a teaching piece, this 5-movement work increases in difficulty, with additional techniques added to each movement. Piano is required. Fun interdisciplinary teaching tools are included in the score and student parts.
SKU: KJ.SO343C
UPC: 8402704183.
Maiden's Rescue, in D Major, includes note and rest values limited to quarter notes/rests, half notes, and whole rests. It can be successfully performed at a range of tempos, depending on the experience level of the orchestra. Rather than writing for 1st and 2nd violins, this piece features a single violin part.Jeremy Woolstenhulme composed this work for his beginning string orchestra. He decided that it should be a programmatic work accompanied by a short story and artwork. Once students became comfortable with the music and story, Mr. Woolstenhulme assigned an art project to them! Some samples of their work are printed in this publication. Connecting music, creative writing, and visual arts strengthened the entire experience and students definitely enjoyed the process. Approx. time - 2:00Steps to Successful Literature presents exceptional performance pieces - concert and festival works for beginning to intermediate string orchestras. Each piece is correlated with a specific location in String BasicsTM Books 1 or 2. Literature reinforces musical skills, concepts, and terms introduced in the method. Sometimes, a few new concepts are included and are officially introduced and defined in the score and parts. Each string orchestra work offers extended learning opportunities and briefly taps into one or more elements related to common core state standards.
SKU: KJ.SO332C
UPC: 840270415.
Trek to a fantastical land with this epic selection. Filled with soaring melodies, cinematic grandeur, and a sense of danger and adventure at every turn, there's something for everyone in Mr. Sieving's rich musical storytelling. Savor the journey. 3:40.
SKU: KJ.SO280F
Divided into two starkly different sections, the first showcasing the lyricism of the cellos and the second featuring minimalistic motor rhythms, this diverse composition is packed with surprises. Full Score.
SKU: KJ.SO160C
UPC: 8402700250.
For 2 orchestras (Adv & Int) for large group festivals. Also playable with advanced parts only.
SKU: KJ.SO418C
UPC: 8402705033.
SKU: KJ.SOS4F
UPC: 084027040737.
Also known as Air Varie, this is a true showcase for an advanced violist. Set in C Major, the four-measure theme wastes no time moving into 14 short variations plus a coda. Commanding! Vibrant! Solo is grade 5 and orchestra parts are grade 3.Duration: 3:10.
SKU: KJ.SO159F
SKU: KJ.SO284F
Explore the overlooked genius of Clara Schumann. Mr. Frost's arrangement navigates the pensive, contrapuntal terrain of this masterpiece with elegance and expressivity. An essential addition to any young orchestra's repertoire.
SKU: KJ.SO80C
Here's a terrific choice towards the end of the year when mass string orchestra concerts are on the district performance calendar. Showcase beginning, intermediate, and advanced students with this distinctive composition by Texas favorite, Carold Nunez.
SKU: KJ.SO287F
Capture a moment of perfect serenity with this quiet, peaceful selection. The calm, lilting mood of Simplicity would make the perfect counterpart to an energetic piece in your next concert program.
SKU: KJ.SO432C
UPC: 8402705131.
SKU: KJ.SO228C
UPC: 8402701458.
The first movement of this g minor symphony is superbly arranged for string orchestra, having incorporated the.
SKU: KJ.JSO367F
UPC: 084027044667.
This work embodies the thoughts and prayers of generations of immigrants and their trials as they have sought freedom, respect, and hope for a good life. Changing meters throughout, tenor clef in cello part. Duration: 7:15.
SKU: KJ.SO327F
UPC: 084027041451.
Another winner from Jeremy Woolstenhulme. With a stirring melody, driving rhythms, and an energetic pulse that just won't quit, this action-packed selection is sure to fire up students and audiences alike. Let the adventure begin! 1:30.
SKU: KJ.SO402C
UPC: 8402704908.
SKU: KJ.SO127C
Introspection Is A Contemporary Piece That Symbolizes self-analysis. Mr. Nunez Utilizes A Combination Of Fragmented Melodies, Melodies That Resolve To Major Chords For Brief Moments And Then To Minor Tonalities Chromaticism And Tense Dialogs Between String Sections Which All Portray An Intense Look At Oneself.
SKU: KJ.SO322F
UPC: 8402703221.
Erebus was an ancient demigod, most often represented as Night, the son of Chaos. Here, Mr. Bishop composed a work representing the attributes ascribed to Erebus: pensive anticipation, sullen darkness, driving passion. He features the ever-popular tritone to help create the sense of unease and with other dissonance, offers students an amazing opportunity to create an ensemble sound like no other.
SKU: KJ.SO397C
UPC: 8402704896.
SKU: KJ.SO447C
ISBN 9788402705242.
SKU: KJ.GSO43F
Creekland Colors is another winner by Georgia composer, William Dyson. It feature elements of ragtime music, including syncopation. The mood of Creekland Colors gradually changes from Bright and Happy to more dark and somber, and returns back to bright again.
SKU: KJ.SO198F
This triumphal selection was composed by a string music educator who knows what works! This winning composition belongs in all elementary and middle school orchestra libraries.
SKU: KJ.SO178F
UPC: 8402703731.
Winner of the 2000 ASTA with NSOA Merle J. Isaac Composition Contest, Bold Venture captures rhythmic vitality and melodic verve throughout.
