Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.49467

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

ISBN 9781470650162. UPC: 038081570945. 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 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 3.5

SKU: AP.41262S

Overture. Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Arranged by Todd Parrish. MakeMusic Cloud; Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Form: Overture; Transcription. Classical; Masterwork Arrangement. Score. 32 pages. Highland/Etling #00-41262S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.41262S).

UPC: 038081480749. English.

Written in the final years of Mozart's life, this piece features a slow lyrical opening followed by an exuberant journey through major and minor tonalities. Students practice Classical style along with multiple slurred notes, scale-like passages, and accidentals. Open your next concert with this Mozart opera classic. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.20718

Composed by Bob Phillips. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Explorer. Form: Medley. Christmas; Novelty; Rock; Secular; Winter. Score and Part(s). 116 pages. Highland/Etling #00-20718. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.20718).

UPC: 038081219486. English.

This high-energy holiday medley combines the well-known tunes, Up on the Housetop, Jingle Bells, and Jolly Old St. Nicholas in a 1950s rock and roll style. The open fifth, eighth note accompaniment should be played with a bounced bow at the frog. Pay careful attention to the staccato notes during the driving eighth note melodies. Students will love this Chuck Berry meets the holidays setting of traditional tunes. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.48067S

Composed by Michael Story. Full Orchestra; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Beginning Full Orchestra. Score. 16 pages. Duration 2:00. Belwin Music #00-48067S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.48067S).

UPC: 038081556857. English.

Lost Tomb of the Incas by Michael Story will transport your orchestra to the ancient civilization of the Incas. Featuring full-sounding melodies, interesting rhythmic accompaniments, and exciting percussion parts, this piece can be performed by string orchestra alone, or with as many added winds and percussion as possible, up to full orchestra. A perfect piece to open or close any concert or festival! (2:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.48080S

Composed by Doug Spata. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Classical; Masterwork Arrangement. Score. 8 pages. Duration 1:52. Highland/Etling #00-48080S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.48080S).

UPC: 038081583894. English.

Inspired by the sound of elementary Orff ensembles, Gamelan Groove, by Doug Spata, consists of easy two-measure phrases with layered pizzicato throughout creating fun and funky textures. Using only the notes of the D and A strings (basses go up to open G), this piece will give beginners a great introduction to ensemble playing and note reading. (1:52) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 4

SKU: AP.49474

Composed by Richard Meyer (ASCAP). MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland String Orchestra (HSO). Score and Part(s). Duration 6:40. Highland/Etling #00-49474. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.49474).

ISBN 9781470650025. UPC: 038081570808. English.

Written as a metaphor for the hardship and isolation caused by the 2020 pandemic, this dramatic tone poem is a testament to courage and the undaunted nature of the human spirit. The piece follows the voyage of a ship and its crew to the open sea and into a devastating storm resulting in the separation of the crew and its ultimate reunion. The memorable melodies and stirring harmonies are sure to peak your students' imaginations while a variety of key and time signatures will challenge every section of the advanced string orchestra. A percussion part has been included to add touches of nautical color, resulting in an emotional, picturesque voyage with a cinematic flair. Check out Voyagers We, Undaunted by Richard Meyer! (6:40) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.48067

Composed by Michael Story. Full Orchestra; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Beginning Full Orchestra. Programmatic. Score and Part(s). 128 pages. Duration 2:00. Belwin Music #00-48067. Published by Belwin Music (AP.48067).

UPC: 038081556840. English.

Lost Tomb of the Incas by Michael Story will transport your orchestra to the ancient civilization of the Incas. Featuring full-sounding melodies, interesting rhythmic accompaniments, and exciting percussion parts, this piece can be performed by string orchestra alone, or with as many added winds and percussion as possible, up to full orchestra. A perfect piece to open or close any concert or festival! (2:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.48080

Composed by Doug Spata. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Classical; Masterwork Arrangement. Score and Part(s). 62 pages. Duration 1:52. Highland/Etling #00-48080. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.48080).

UPC: 038081553887. English.

Inspired by the sound of elementary Orff ensembles, Gamelan Groove, by Doug Spata, consists of easy two-measure phrases with layered pizzicato throughout creating fun and funky textures. Using only the notes of the D and A strings (basses go up to open G), this piece will give beginners a great introduction to ensemble playing and note reading. (1:52) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.49471

Composed by John Atteberry. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland String Orchestra (HSO). Score and Part(s). Duration 3:00. Highland/Etling #00-49471. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.49471).

ISBN 9781470650087. UPC: 038081570860. English.

The folk-like tune of Ruby Mountain Serenade may seem familiar but is in fact an original tune from composer John Atteberry. Beginning in D major, this graceful tone poems opens intimately, with optional soloists from each section. Following the introduction, all sections of the orchestra work to guide the music through statements of the primary and secondary themes, leading to a smooth modulation to F major and an emotional climax. A great opportunity for young musicians to explore programmatic music. (3:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.41187

Composed by Michael Hopkins. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Score and Part(s). 144 pages. Belwin Music #00-41187. Published by Belwin Music (AP.41187).

UPC: 038081471662. English.

Crepuscule is the period of partial darkness at the beginning or end of the day---in other words, twilight. The energy of the sun touches the quiet of the night. This highly energetic work in E minor opens with a perfect fifth motive that gives students plenty of opportunities to develop their intonation while hopping their finger to adjacent strings. The piece requires the use of short articulated bow strokes in the first theme. The second theme is lyrical and requires the use of slow sustained bow strokes. All sections of the orchestra are featured with challenging and interesting parts. (3:50) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.48089

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 and Part(s). 62 pages. Duration 2:30. Highland/Etling #00-48089. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.48089).

ISBN 9781470654948. UPC: 038081554396. 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. (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.48094S

Composed by Bob Phillips. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Light Concert; Masterwork Arrangement. Score. 20 pages. Duration 3:50. Highland/Etling #00-48094S. Published by Highland/Etling (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.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.49460

Composed by Chris M. Bernotas (ASCAP). MakeMusic Cloud; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Score and Part(s). Duration 1:40. Alfred Music #00-49460. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49460).

ISBN 9781470650308. UPC: 038081571089. English.

If there is one thing music educators are it is resilient! Resilience, by Chris M. Bernotas, is dedicated to all music educators in recognition of how they always adapt to the unknown and rise to every challenge. This overture is the perfect concert opener for your first-year string orchestra. Using only the notes in the key of D, and melodic parts for all, every student will shine. Violin 2 and Viola are doubled, as are Cello and String Bass, making it very flexible and perfect for any mix of instruments. Correlated to Sound Innovations, Book 2, Level 2. (1:40) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.48093S

Composed by Bob Phillips. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Score. 20 pages. Duration 4:15. Highland/Etling #00-48093S. Published by Highland/Etling (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.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.48083S

Composed by Johann Christian Bach. Arranged by Jim Palmer. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Solo Small Ensembles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Form: Dance. Masterwork Arrangement; Traditional. Score. 12 pages. Duration 2:10. Highland/Etling #00-48083S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.48083S).

ISBN 9781470663278. UPC: 038081558707. 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.

Sinfonia in D Major by Johann Christian Bach, and arranged by Jim Palmer, is an exciting arrangement from the classical era. Featuring detailed fingerings and bowings and a wide range of dynamics, this piece will help the students achieve that distinct classical sound right away. This is the perfect piece to teach style and a variety of bowings and is a great opener or closer to any concert or festival. (2:10) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.38470S

Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Andrew H. Dabczynski. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Explorer. Form: March; Transcription. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score. 12 pages. Highland/Etling #00-38470S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.38470S).

UPC: 038081436746. English.

For over 100 years, audiences have left concert halls happily humming this lovely tune. The stirring rhythms and melodies of one of the world's greatest Romantic compositions are achievable even after the first year of study. More advanced students will find the arrangement fulfilling and motivational as they delight in its rich harmonies and signature hooked bowing pattern. A great opener or closer! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.41203

Composed by Michael Hopkins. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Form: Overture. Score and Part(s). 144 pages. Duration 3:00. Belwin Music #00-41203. Published by Belwin Music (AP.41203).

UPC: 038081471846. English.

This fast and energetic overture features driving propulsive rhythms and a syncopated melody. Fun and challenging parts for all sections in the orchestra makes this piece a great concert opener. (3:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.48094

Composed by Bob Phillips. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Light Concert; Masterwork Arrangement. Score and Part(s). 128 pages. Duration 3:50. Highland/Etling #00-48094. Published by Highland/Etling (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.

Orchestra - Grade 4

SKU: AP.41272S

Composed by Richard Meyer. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Form: Overture. Score. 28 pages. Duration 6:45. Highland/Etling #00-41272S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.41272S).

UPC: 038081483771. English.

This festive overture is full of challenges for every section and sure to be a favorite with more mature and experienced players! An exciting opener or closer for any concert, the work is built around the school anthem, Surgere Tentamus. (6:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Concert Band; Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.49119

Composed by Vince Gassi. 5 or More; MakeMusic Cloud; Mixed Instruments - Flexible Instrumentation; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Solo Small Ensembles. Challenger Band Series. Score and Part(s). 155 pages. Duration 2:35. Alfred Music #00-49119. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49119).

UPC: 038081563497. English.

This version of Where Stand the Dauntless by Vince Gassi is part of our Alfred FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments---wind, strings, and percussion, including like- or mixed-ensembles with as few as 5 players. The suggested instrumentation and a customizable Teacher Map will help you plan out how to best assign parts to suit your ensemble's needs. It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys.

A fanfare, a lyrical theme, and driving energy embody the spirit of the dauntless---the brave and amazing young musicians of Dolphin Senior Public School in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Where Stand the Dauntless by Vince Gassi is an exciting work---and a perfect concert opener and contest piece. (2:35)

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Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.48093

Composed by Bob Phillips. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Programmatic. Score and Part(s). 128 pages. Duration 4:15. Highland/Etling #00-48093. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.48093).

UPC: 038081558714. 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 is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.49469

Overture and Menuet II. Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by Jim Palmer (ASCAP). MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland String Orchestra (HSO). Masterwork Arrangement. Score and Part(s). Duration 3:15. Highland/Etling #00-49469. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.49469).

ISBN 9781470650124. UPC: 038081570907. English.

Jim Palmer's arrangement of Music for the Royal Fireworks is an exciting two-movement work that is perfect for your young string orchestra. The movements work together or are effective played on their own. Terraced dynamics and authentic articulations will help your students gain an understanding of music from the Baroque era. A perfect opener or closer to any concert. (3:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.41199S

Composed by Franz von Suppe. Arranged by Ralph Ford. MakeMusic Cloud; Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score. 12 pages. Belwin Music #00-41199S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.41199S).

UPC: 038081465746. English.

Perfect as a concert opener, closer, or show piece, this lovely example of Viennese opera is now available, for the first time, in a form accessible for the student musician. Many opportunities to work on articulations, slurs, and phrasing are provided. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.48083

Composed by Johann Christian Bach. Arranged by Jim Palmer. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Solo Small Ensembles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Masterwork Arrangement; Traditional. Score and Part(s). 124 pages. Duration 2:10. Highland/Etling #00-48083. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.48083).

ISBN 9781470663261. UPC: 038081558691. 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.

Sinfonia in D Major by Johann Christian Bach, and arranged by Jim Palmer, is an exciting arrangement from the classical era. Featuring detailed fingerings and bowings and a wide range of dynamics, this piece will help the students achieve that distinct classical sound right away. This is the perfect piece to teach style and a variety of bowings and is a great opener or closer to any concert or festival. (2:10) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.41203S

Composed by Michael Hopkins. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Form: Overture. Score. 16 pages. Belwin Music #00-41203S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.41203S).

UPC: 038081471853. English.

This fast and energetic overture features driving propulsive rhythms and a syncopated melody. Fun and challenging parts for all sections in the orchestra makes this piece a great concert opener. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.