Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.38477S

Composed by Susan H. Day. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Patriotic. Score. 16 pages. Highland/Etling #00-38477S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.38477S).

UPC: 038081431628. English.

Capture the spirit of the Old West with this exciting new work. Written in the keys of C and G, this piece uses a variety of techniques, including divisi, tremolo, accents, lifts, slurs, pizzicato, accidentals, and features a middle swing section using slurred triplets. Very melodic with cool harmonies, interesting rhythms, and everyone part of the action, this is sure to be a winner!

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.42060S

Composed by Brendan Mcbrien. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Fall; Halloween; Novelty. Score. 16 pages. Highland/Etling #00-42060S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.42060S).

UPC: 038081483986. English.

Inspired by the overactive imagination of childhood, this piece examines the youthful fun of scary places that make our skin tingle! Enjoy this musical portrait of scary, abandoned dwellings, and of the spirits that for some frightful reason seem to inhabit them. (6:40) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.49935

Simple Gifts. Arranged by Jim Palmer. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Form: Variations. Folk; Sacred. Score and Part(s). Duration 3:45. Highland/Etling #00-49935. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.49935).

ISBN 9781470657765. UPC: 038081575629. English.

Shaker Variations by Jim Palmer is a theme and variations on the familiar Shaker melody Simple Gifts. Each section has the opportunity to play musical lines and a variety of styles. Rich harmonies will create a mature orchestral sound, and a strong ending makes this piece a great opener or closer for any concert or festival performance. (3:45).

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.33710S

A Symphonius Smorgasbord. Composed by Andrew H. Dabczynski. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Explorer. Form: Suite. Light Concert. Score. 16 pages. Highland/Etling #00-33710S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.33710S).

UPC: 038081394480. English.

A particularly pleasant pedagogical potpourri! Here's a light-hearted suite of four dances, each exploring a different musical concept. Creatively composed and designed to be played by students in their first year of study. Your students will shine---and learn---as they enjoy the musical mirth in this clever collection! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.4319

(from Psalm 19). Composed by Benedetto Marcello. Arranged by Vernon Leidig. Full Orchestra; Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Highland/Etling Full Orchestra. Form: March. Baroque; Masterwork Arrangement. Score and Part(s). 104 pages. Highland/Etling #00-4319. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.4319).

UPC: 038081026176. English.

From the masterful pen of Vernon Leidig comes this special orchestration of Marcello's well-known majestic march. Scored with today's multipleability large groups in mind (alternate string and wind parts, etc.), the piece is adaptable to virtually any performance situation, including combined festival orchestra. Your young group will sound full and mature with this excellent arrangement.

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.41250S

Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by Andrew H. Dabczynski. MakeMusic Cloud; Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Explorer. Form: Transcription. Baroque; Masterwork Arrangement. Score. 12 pages. Highland/Etling #00-41250S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.41250S).

UPC: 038081483733. English.

Here is an opportunity to perform a familiar piece of music that is superb for practicing foundational string skills. And as importantly, beginning and advanced students alike can learn to play with authentic and challenging Baroque style in this carefully edited arrangement. A satisfying centerpiece for any concert! (2:30)
Correlates to String Explorer Book 1, Unit 12. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.44833S

Composed by Susan H. Day. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Score. 8 pages. Duration 2:30. Highland/Etling #00-44833S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.44833S).

ISBN 9781470664169. UPC: 038081518251. English.

A moving tribute by Susan Day 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 2nd fingers in the violin 1 part. All players get melody lines, and the violin 2 part doubles the viola. Sounds harder than it is! (2:30).

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.44845S

Composed by Todd Parrish. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. 4th of July; Patriotic; Summer. Score. 8 pages. Duration 2:30. Highland/Etling #00-44845S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.44845S).

UPC: 038081518671. English.

In 3/4, this moving piece provides a great opportunity for the use of slow bow strokes and 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 by Todd Parrish remembers the heroic efforts of General Washington and the brave soldiers he commanded to forge a new nation founded on freedom. (2:30).

Orchestra - Grade 3.5

SKU: AP.31616S

Composed by Tim Aucoin. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Alternatives. Light Concert. Score. 16 pages. Duration 3:50. Highland/Etling #00-31616S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.31616S).

UPC: 038081335667. English.

Feel the relaxed energy of a hot afternoon while the gators bask on the banks of the Tchefuncte River in Louisiana! This swingin' feel-good jazz shuffle features a catchy melody over a Blues in G with a middle section reminiscent of Count Basie taking it home. Written out solos for violin, viola and cello are included with backgrounds for all sections. Let the Good Times Roll! (3:50).

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.47479

Composed by Shirl Jae Atwell. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Score and Part(s). 62 pages. Duration 2:05. Highland/Etling #00-47479. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.47479).

UPC: 038081544861. English.

This lighthearted, carefree work is easy to remember upon hearing. It has a snappy rhythm that makes you want to dance to its lively tune.
Minstrels were musicians who traveled throughout the countryside providing entertainment to any and all. Their repertoire included songs, dances, jokes, and storytelling. One could find them all over Europe and America from the Middle Ages up until the 20th century. As traveling musicians, they relied on catch tunes that could easily be learned and communicated to their audiences. They were in the business of uplifting people's spirits through fun and laughter.

Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.47468S

Composed by Todd Parrish. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Light Concert. Score. 8 pages. Duration 2:07. Highland/Etling #00-47468S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.47468S).

UPC: 038081544557. English.

The rondo form of this work gives students repetition, along with detours to keep their interest. The piece uses only quarter notes and half notes with both stepwise motion and larger intervals in D major. The piano part is recommended, adding to the harmonic interest of the piece.

Orchestra - Grade 5

SKU: AP.43857

Composed by Bruce W. Tippette. Full Orchestra; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Highland/Etling Full Orchestra. Score and Part(s). 256 pages. Duration 5:15. Highland/Etling #00-43857. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.43857).

UPC: 038081507002. English.

This original composition first fell upon the ears of excited, rambunctious, elementary-aged children as part of an educational concert series geared toward teaching the sections of the orchestra. The room quickly grew silent and the audience was captivated by the haunting melodies and clashes of bold chords, intertwined with moments of tranquility and wonder. Each and every section of the orchestra will feel equally important as it tackles this challenging, yet appealing piece! (5:15).

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.49932S

Composed by Erica Donahoe. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Patriotic. Score. Duration 2:20. Highland/Etling #00-49932S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.49932S).

ISBN 9781470657833. UPC: 038081575698. English.

With driving bass lines and sweeping melodies, this piece captures the warrior ethos of our many service members and veterans of the United States Air Force. Students will love the rhythmic drive of the low string parts, and all performers get a chance to shine in the melodic sections. Written by USAF veteran (and veteran orchestra director) Erica Donahoe, Air Warriors is a great way to honor the veterans in your community! (2:20).

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.49467S

Composed by Susan H. Day (ASCAP). MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland String Orchestra (HSO). Score. Duration 2:00. Highland/Etling #00-49467S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.49467S).

ISBN 9781470650179. UPC: 038081570952. English.

On the Open Seas is an exciting new sea chantey by Susan H. Day. Written because sea-faring voyagers are always looking for their next adventure on the open seas! This piece is written in E minor, 4/4 time, and features a spirited, memorable melody, detache bowing, easy rhythms, accents, pizzicato, and fun for all! Bass and cello double, and viola rhythms double 2nd violin rhythms throughout for ease of teaching. Optional piano adds harmonic color. Perfect for any concert occasion, students and teachers will want to keep performing this one! (2:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.42063S

Arranged by Andrew H. Dabczynski. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Christmas; Folk; Traditional; Winter. Score. 12 pages. Duration 3:30. Highland/Etling #00-42063S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.42063S).

UPC: 038081484044. English. Traditional Irish Carol.

In this sensitive arrangement of one of the world's oldest Christmas carols, the haunting melody is passed throughout the orchestra. Changing textures combine with shifting modes to create a lyric and peaceful atmosphere that surely will be remembered long after the concert is over. (3:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.46720S

Composed by Susan H. Day. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Score. 8 pages. Highland/Etling #00-46720S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.46720S).

UPC: 038081532882. English.

This stately grade 1.5 piece, Coronation of the Queen by Susan H. Day, uses easy rhythms, features interesting harmonies and memorable melodies, and reinforces low 2nd finger on D and A strings. Imagine a royal procession and celebration with crowds cheering as their beloved Queen passes by. You can hear the rhythmical chant Here Comes the Queen, and that quarter--eight--eight--ha lf-note rhythm is found throughout the rest of the piece in all parts. Visualizing the story will bring this music to life! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.46715

Composed by Doug Spata. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Spring. Score and Part(s). 62 pages. Highland/Etling #00-46715. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.46715).

UPC: 038081532417. English.

Beginning students will respond to the confident, heroic style of Spring at Last as they work on important technical skills like string crossings, approachable cut-time rhythms, repeats, endings, and easy slurs. This grade 1.5 string orchestra piece is a great concert piece for beginners to show off their proficiencies.

Orchestra - Grade 4

SKU: AP.46713S

Composed by Richard Meyer. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Score. 36 pages. Highland/Etling #00-46713S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.46713S).

ISBN 9781470660994. UPC: 038081535395. English.

The Elements by Richard Meyer is a colorful depiction of the four basic elements---Earth, Air, Water, and Fire---and is sure to challenge and delight every member of your advanced string orchestra. Impressionistic harmonies and fascinating rhythmic nuances give this piece an other-worldly feel with each element coming alive as a unique and wondrous tone painting. Technical challenges include 5/4, 9/8, and 7/4 meters and a refreshing variety of diverse key signatures and modes. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3.5

SKU: AP.46722S

Mvt. 3, Scherzo. Composed by Antonin Dvorak. Arranged by Todd Parrish. MakeMusic Cloud; Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Form: Scherzo. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score. 16 pages. Highland/Etling #00-46722S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.46722S).

UPC: 038081533582. English.

Though not as popular as his famous 8th and 9th symphonies, Dvorák's Symphony No. 7 in D minor is a masterpiece worthy of serious study and performance. The scherzo movement has been abridged and simplified from 6/4 to 6/8 for playability, but the spirit of Dvorák comes through clearly. Full of the composer's trademark hemiola, this arrangement by Todd Parrish gives melody and countermelodies to all parts and ends with an exciting, powerful conclusion. The optional timpani part gives even more strength to your performance. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.44855S

Arranged by Todd Parrish. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Alternatives. Folk; Traditional. Score. 12 pages. Duration 2:45. Highland/Etling #00-44855S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.44855S).

UPC: 038081518633. English. Traditional.

As far as authentic American fiddle tunes go, it doesn't get much better than Sally Goodin. This arrangement by Todd Parrish takes the listener through many standard variations in both major and minor keys. All sections get a turn at the melody, while the bass maintains a traditional pizzicato bluegrass bass line. (2:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3.5

SKU: AP.47474S

On an American Hymn Song. Composed by Richard Meyer. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Score. 28 pages. Duration 6:09. Highland/Etling #00-47474S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.47474S).

UPC: 038081547435. English.

This imaginative and dynamic selection is based on The Navy Hymn. Using a myriad of time signatures, keys, and modes, this is the perfect teaching piece for advanced students, challenging them with a variety of playing styles and forms.

Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.45873S

Composed by Doug Spata. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Light Concert. Score. 20 pages. Duration 3:35. Highland/Etling #00-45873S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.45873S).

UPC: 038081523767. English.

Written with early advanced orchestras in mind, here is a dramatic selection in fast 3/4 time with some daring rhythms and sweeping, romantic melodies. Teachers can use Rogue Rider by Doug Spata to reinforce basic shifting, precision bowing and style changes, and introduce higher-level musicianship skills. It's not only a good teaching piece but will also be a hit at concerts and a piece that students will look forward to playing. (3:35).

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.41257

Composed by Doug Spata. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Score and Part(s). 124 pages. Duration 2:00. Highland/Etling #00-41257. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.41257).

UPC: 038081480633. English.

In this sunny, playful piece, the notes and rhythms are basic, but there are great counting challenges and a minor key middle section that offers a nice contrast. Young players will find this accessible and look forward to playing the joyful melodies and sparkling accompaniments again and again. (2:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.29720

Composed by Bob Phillips. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Form: Dance. Folk. Score and Part(s). 124 pages. Duration 3:45. Highland/Etling #00-29720. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.29720).

UPC: 038081329802. English.

A programmatic piece based on the changing character of that vast inland sea, Lake Michigan, this original composition will remind the listener of the folk-based tunes of Holst. Written for a school located near the beaches, the music reflects the serene mornings, days of large waves and the spectacularly brilliant sunsets. The majestic finish reflects the wonder of a sky full of fire as the sun sets. (3:45).

Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.46709S

Composed by Andrew H. Dabczynski. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Explorer. Light Concert; Novelty. Score. 12 pages. Highland/Etling #00-46709S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.46709S).

UPC: 038081535227. English.

The perfect grade 1 piece for beginning string students, Bottomless Pizz. by Andrew H. Dabczynski requires no bows and uses only open strings and the pitches of a one-octave D scale. Remarkably simple but contemporary-sounding rhythms, harmonies, and techniques will captivate students. Everyone will delight in the humorous musical quotes and cool beat as they discover what lies far down in the Bottomless Pizz. Correlated to String Explorer Book 1, Unit 12.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.48089S

From Symphony No. 1, K. 16. Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Arranged by Anthony Granata. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Masterwork Arrangement. Score. 8 pages. Highland/Etling #00-48089S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.48089S).

ISBN 9781470654955. UPC: 038081554402. English.

A perfect classical choice for late-beginner and early-intermediate orchestras, Allegro Molto from Symphony No. 1, K.16 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and arranged by Anthony Granata has been rewritten from the key of E-flat major to D major. This wonderful teaching piece features simple eighth-note patterns, dynamics, articulations, and accidentals. The work retains the simplicity, charm, and elegance of the original, while still giving your students a bold and mature sound, reminiscent of the Classical era. Younger orchestras can now enjoy the beauty and wonders of the infamous musical prodigy's first symphony. This is a wonderful concert program opener or closer. This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.