SKU: AP.48094S
UPC: 038081559209. English.
Starting with a slow, hypnotic rock ballad with beautiful melodic lines and then moving into a high-energy, bluesy Rock section, this piece by Bob Phillips will be a great opener or closer. Two soaring violin features appear in the second section and can be performed solo or soli. A repetitive, driving, never-stopping rock groove moves throughout this original piece and the soaring violin solo/soli part. Optimistic and powerful, Rockin' 67 Blues is sure to be a new classic. (3:50) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.46703
ISBN 9781470653613. UPC: 038081539133. English.
A perfect rhythmic skill-builder, this exciting piece by Bob Phillips uses classic Spanish rhythms and the famous Andalusian chord progression found in the music of Spain, Central America, and South America. All sections get to play the melody as well as the driving Spanish rhythms in Danza Española. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48039
UPC: 038081555171. English.
The majesty of this geographic landmark is evident in Gibraltar: The Rock by Victor López. Fabled in Greek lore to be one of the two pillars of Hercules, the bold music presented provides a fitting representation. Written with plenty of tutti and unison sections throughout, this impressive work for beginning strings will provide young ensembles the opportunity to display characteristics of musical maturity. Stepwise melodic lines, driving background rhythms, as well as bowing and fingering markings make this energetic piece easier to learn and teach. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud. (2:00).
SKU: AP.48051
UPC: 038081558592. English.
Poe: Tales of the Macabre is a mysterious and creative original work by Gary Fagan inspired by several poems and short stories by Edgar Allan Poe. Interesting and angular harmonies and a driving rhythmic structure make this piece an excellent teaching resource as well as one your students will enjoy performing. (4:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48051S
UPC: 038081558608. English.
Poe: Tales of the Macabre is a mysterious and creative original work by Gary Fagan inspired by several poems and short stories by Edgar Allan Poe. Interesting and angular harmonies and a driving rhythmic structure make this piece an excellent teaching resource as well as one your students will enjoy performing. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.46711
UPC: 038081535234. English.
Reflecting the energy and drive of the furious winds of November on Lake Michigan, this original work will resonate with anyone ever caught in a storm. The strong Dutch heritage of West Michigan bestows the name Meer Winden, lake winds in Dutch, and provides a story to the technical and musical elements of the piece. All sections play the melody and the driving accompaniments. Violins and violas use third position; violas and cellos use fourth position. Meer Winden, by Bob Phillips, provides ample opportunity for working on tone within the ensemble.
SKU: AP.49895
ISBN 9781470657253. UPC: 038081575407. English.
Written in the style of a spirited Czardas, a traditional Hungarian folk dance, Intermezzo is the fifth movement of the Háry János Suite, drawn from the opera of the same name. Full of life and endless energy, the music instantly grabs the audience's attention, cheering the spirit with driving rhythms and dynamic themes. An impressive addition to any concert, the work is a worthy upper-level showpiece for spring contests. (4:30).
SKU: AP.49906S
ISBN 9781470657956. UPC: 038081575810. English.
A sequel to his earlier work Sunchasers, Starchasers by Tanner Otto is a dark, driving piece that makes B minor accessible to younger players by carefully avoiding any extensions in the violin, viola, and cello parts. Its memorable themes, reminiscent of a nighttime adventure, are spread across all instruments. The middle section becomes ethereal with the pizzicato in the viola, evoking an image of twinkling stars. Starchasers is a great teaching piece for 3/4 time and uses low-2 and high-2 work to reinforce the 1-2 finger pattern for intermediate students. (2:05).
SKU: AP.48044
ISBN 9781470658762. UPC: 038081550817. English.
Students will love playing The Ascent by Tanner Otto for its upbeat, driving rhythms and beautiful melodies. This piece begins with a triumphant ostinato pattern that reappears throughout the work. The animated main theme leads to a cold and tense middle section before building back into familiar melody. This piece is perfect for working on the A minor and C major finger pattern and staccato bowing. (2:10) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.49895S
ISBN 9781470657260. UPC: 038081575414. English.
SKU: AP.49904
ISBN 9781470657987. UPC: 038081575841. English.
Who doesn't love an exhilarating, one-octave, E-minor tune about Dragons?! In Dragon Chase, by Katie O'Hara LaBrie, driving rhythms and melodies echoing from section to section will engage your students. Musical elements---such as marcato, accents, crescendos, and bow lifts---make it an excellent teaching piece. The first violin part includes carefully placed low 2s on the A string, while the other sections stick mainly to a 6-note range. (2:20).
SKU: AP.49904S
ISBN 9781470657994. UPC: 038081575858. English.
SKU: AP.43825S
UPC: 038081496894. English.
Try assigning the first 32 digits of Pi to a scale degree to create five melodies that flow together, and you'll have a start to this awesome composition. With a light jazzy feel, driving accompaniments, and features of all sections, here's another creative hit from the master. (4:20).
SKU: AP.40459S
UPC: 038081454191. English.
What happens when we mix Santa, tradition, and old-time fiddling? Of course, we get Fiddler on the Housetop! In this tongue-in-cheek and thoroughly playable arrangement, young string players will play like eastern European fiddlers, then spin into an upbeat and driving American fiddle version of the holiday standard. Whether a member of the orchestra or the audience, here's a humorous, toe-tapping arrangement of Up on the Housetop like you've never heard it before!
SKU: AP.49436S
ISBN 9781470651008. UPC: 038081571911. English.
From the blockbuster film Zack Snyder's Justice League comes this intense arrangement of themes that are both dramatic and ominous. Featuring dark sonorities and driving rhythms, this work brings all the thrilling action to life. This stunning arrangement by Patrick Roszell features a reduced number of wind parts, making it even more accessible. (5:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48098
UPC: 038081553962. English.
Aberrations by Anthony Granata is an exciting contemporary work with constant deviation of time signature, rhythmic intensity, modern harmonies, and variety of counterpoint. The title refers to the frequent changes of the time signature, requiring musicians to move in and out of 6/8, 3/4, and 4/4. The double fugue and abundance of contrapuntal interplay make this a thrilling and challenging piece for your advanced orchestras. Students will love the driving accented A minor motif, the layered rich legato countermelodies, and the forceful coda. (2:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48098S
UPC: 038081553979. English.
Aberrations by Anthony Granata is an exciting contemporary work with constant deviation of time signature, rhythmic intensity, modern harmonies, and variety of counterpoint. The title refers to the frequent changes of the time signature, requiring musicians to move in and out of 6/8, 3/4, and 4/4. The double fugue and abundance of contrapuntal interplay make this a thrilling and challenging piece for your advanced orchestras. Students will love the driving accented A minor motif, the layered rich legato countermelodies, and the forceful coda. (2:45) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48093S
UPC: 038081558721. English.
Full of energy and life, Streaks of Thunder, an original piece by Bob Phillips, includes moments of sheer exuberance as well as reflection. The series of memorable melodies and driving rhythms streak through all sections in an almost call and response between upper and lower strings. Excitement abounds in this piece, making it a great opener or closer! (4:15) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.45860
UPC: 038081523651. English.
Midnight Adventure by Michael Kamuf is contemporary work that paints a musical picture of a late night outdoor escapade, using flowing melodies soaring over rich harmonies and driving rhythmic figures. Perfect as an opening or closing selection and an ideal choice for festivals! Correlates to Sound Innovations Book 1. (2:20).
SKU: AP.49436
ISBN 9781470650995. UPC: 038081571904. English.
SKU: AP.49906
ISBN 9781470657949. UPC: 038081575803. English.
SKU: AP.46703S
ISBN 9781470653620. UPC: 038081539140. English.
SKU: AP.48036
UPC: 038081557021. English.
Perfect for beginner and early intermediate orchestras, Temple Raider by Mark Hillegass, Jr. features driving, heart-pounding, mystical, and adventure-like melodies. This piece is great for introducing syncopation, articulations, dynamic contrast, and tempo changes and has students working on all four strings in 1st position. Temple Raider also features the use optional percussion that can be played by one performer. (3:10).
SKU: AP.44800
UPC: 038081517339. English. Traditional.
Ever ask your intermediate students to sing their parts? This one's for you! This American fiddling song is arranged by Renata Bratt so that every section gets a chance to sing the song as well as play the tune with idiomatic fiddle breaks based on the tune. Sounds great without the singing as well! The fast driving rhythmic power of offbeat accents in cut time is emphasized in this accessible D major arrangement. This tune calls for fast left hand fingers and some quick bow-crossings, though it stays in the first position. Great fun! (1:40).
SKU: AP.46711S
UPC: 038081535241. English.
SKU: AP.48036S
UPC: 038081557038. English.
SKU: AP.48094
UPC: 038081559193. English.
Starting with a slow, hypnotic rock ballad with beautiful melodic lines and then moving into a high-energy, bluesy Rock section, this piece by Bob Phillips will be a great opener or closer. Two soaring violin features appear in the second section and can be performed solo or soli. A repetitive, driving, never-stopping rock groove moves throughout this original piece and the soaring violin solo/soli part. Optimistic and powerful, Rockin' 67 Blues is sure to be a new classic. (3:50) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.47431S
UPC: 038081547138. English.
This animated piece with simple, catchy melodies introduces the tonality of A major without any extended finger patterns. The piece is perfect for working on staccato bowing and cut time. The lighthearted A theme makes way for the energetic and driving B and C sections. Written in rondo form, it follows a group of friends on their summer adventure. Try having students write their own narration to fit the music! (2:15).
SKU: AP.44800S
UPC: 038081517346. English. Traditional.
Ever ask your intermediate students to sing their parts? This one's for you! This American fiddling song is arranged by Renata Bratt so that every section gets a chance to sing the song as well as play the tune with idiomatic fiddle breaks based on the tune. Sounds great without the singing as well! The fast driving rhythmic power of offbeat accents in cut time is emphasized in this accessible D Major arrangement. This tune calls for fast left hand fingers and some quick bow-crossings, though it stays in the first position. Great fun! (1:40).
SKU: AP.47470S
ISBN 9781470656645. UPC: 038081541990. English.
This ode to the Wild West begins with a mysterious introduction using the folk song All the Pretty Little Horses in an eerie setting that will send shivers up the spines of performers and audience members alike. Brief solos for violin, viola, and cello are heard. The pace then picks up as we hear the driving and energetic theme of the Ghost Stallion riding through the moonlit countryside. The repeated galloping rhythm (eighth/two sixteenths) appears in stretches and is designed to improve your students' abilities to perform this all-important bowing pattern. This picturesque and educationally sound selection by Richard Meyer is sure to capture the imagination and improve the technique of everyone in both intermediate and more advanced orchestras. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.