By Soon Hee Newbold. String Orchestra. FJH String Orchestra. The many diverse and unique scenes of the United States include majestic mountains, vast plains, lush forests, deserts, small towns, and large cities. The people and wildlife throughout America are just as diverse as the landscape - rich in fantastic history with cultures from around the world. American Landscape was influenced by movie music and other American composers and inspired by the beauty and everchanging scenes of a cross-country trainride. Score for this title: ST6117S. Extra part for this title: ST6117P. Level: 3. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc.

By James McLeod. Orchestra Method/Study. Night At the Symphony. Level: Grade 4. Music Book. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company.

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Lieberman. For string orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd violin/viola TC (3 copies). Cadet String Orchestra Series. Grade 2. Score and set of parts. Duration 2 minutes, 55 seconds. Published by Kendor Music Inc

By Brian Balmages. Beginning String Orchestra. FJH Beginning Strings. This fun-spirited fiddle tune begins with a unison statement of the theme, then gradually expands in harmony until the entire ensemble is into the groove. While the theme develops, the initial pizzicato in the low strings serves as the rhythm section of the group. Other members of the orchestra take over this rhythm section, including violas (and optional violin 3), stomping and clapping as the hoedown begins to roar. As is characteristic of much fiddle music, Hey Fiddle Fiddle! is based mostly on open 4ths and 5ths. These intervals become the focus of the piece at measure 49, where violins and violas trade phrases back and forth with low strings. One final build brings the tune back for a stirring conclusion. Score for this title: ST6120S. Extra part for this title: ST6120P. String Orchestra. Level: 1.5. Score and Set of Parts. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc.

After the Sinfonia concertante K. 364. By Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Edited by Hogwood, Christopher. For Violin 1, Violin 2 , Viola 1, Viola 2 , Violoncello 1, Violoncello 2 /Contrabass. Score (paperbound). Published by Baerenreiter-Ausgaben (German import).

(Featuring: Star Wars (Main Theme) / Luke and Leia / Battle of the Heroes / Han Solo and the Princess / The Throne Room). Composed by John Williams. Arranged by Jerry Brubaker. Orchestra. Part(s); Score; String Orchestra. Pop Intermediate String Orchestra. Form: Medley. Movie. Grade 2.5. 156 pages. Published by Alfred Music

By James McLeod. Orchestra Method/Study. Night in Vienna. Level: Grade 4. Music Book. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company.

By Thomas Yorke, Jonathan Greenwood, Philip Selway, Colin Greenwood, and Edward O'Brien [Radiohead]. Arranged by Eric Gorfain. Orchestra. Score; String Orchestra. Pop Concert String Orchestra. Light Concert; Pop; Rock. Grade 3.5. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

By Thomas Yorke, Jonathan Greenwood, Philip Selway, Colin Greenwood, and Edward O'Brien [Radiohead]. Arranged by Eric Gorfain. Orchestra. Part(s); Score; String Orchestra. Pop Concert String Orchestra. Light Concert; Pop; Rock. Grade 3.5. 122 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

By Carol J. Johnson. Orchestra. String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Grade 2.5. Conductor Score and Parts. 72 pages. Published by Belwin Publishing

Orchestra String Orchestra - 2.5 (grade 2.5)

SKU: AP.29642S

Composed by Carol J. Johnson. String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Score. 12 pages. Duration 2:40. Belwin Music #00-29642S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.29642S).

UPC: 038081330112. English.

Rhythmic energy and exciting harmonies make this fun and spooky tune an instant favorite of young string students. Without using any of the more difficult or complicated finger patterns, this original piece serves as an excellent introduction to flat key signatures. The key of G minor allows for solid intonation to be maintained because the ensemble can rely on the open G and D strings as a pitch foundation. The melody gets shared by every section of the orchestra and can be taught to all sections simultaneously. (2:40).

Orchestra String Orchestra - Grade 1.5-2

SKU: CF.FAS43

Composed by Larry Clark. Carl Fischer First Plus String Orchestra Series. Classical. Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8 pages. Carl Fischer Music #FAS43. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.FAS43).

ISBN 9780825863387. UPC: 798408063382. 8.5 X 11 inches. Key: E minor.

Titled by the students of J. T. Lambert Middle School in East Stroudsburg, PA, which commissioned the original version for band, this brilliant, heavily accented piece emphasizes rhythmic alertness and attention to dynamic contrasts. Bold fanfare writing alternates with lyrical writing of considerable warmth and the spiccato style of playing is introduced.
The title for Dance of the Thunderbolts was suggested by students at J. T. Lambert Middle School in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. This piece was originally commissioned for the sixth-grade band at the school in 2003 and has now been transcribed for string orchestra. The students specifically asked for the piece to be “a strong powerful piece with lots of accents and a strong abrupt ending.” As you can see and hear, the piece contains many of these aspects. After the title was suggested I came up with the thunderbolt dance section of the piece first stated at m. 24. Later during the compositional process I decided to frame this theme with a more lyrical theme, but one that still contains the sparkle of the staccato ostinato that is layered together with the elongated theme. Following the thunderbolt dance at m.24 is a short interlude to soften the sound before a return of the theme in fragments traded between different sections and in different tessituras. The lyrical theme returns and is followed by “a strong abrupt ending” as suggested by the students. As with all of my pieces at this level, the tempo is merely a suggestion and should be adjusted slower or faster to fit the needs of your students and the performance situation.It has been my pleasure to have the opportunity to write this piece. I hope you and your students enjoy it and find it useful for your program.—Larry ClarkLakeland, FL 2007.

Orchestra String Orchestra - Grade 4

SKU: CF.CAS44

Composed by Alan Lee Silva. FS-SWS. Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series. Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 24+24+4+10+10+5+10+16 pages. Carl Fischer Music #CAS44. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CAS44).

ISBN 9780825867118. UPC: 798408067113. 8.5 X 11 inches. Key: G minor.

This is a tour-de-force for the advancing string orchestra. Beautiful, dramatic, and flowing, Waterloo Station is very fresh and contemporary. Students will love it for the lush harmonic textures and rhythmic drive that this composer is so noted for.
Composed as a characterization of the fast-paced atmosphere of London’s Waterloo Train Station, this fast-slow-fast piece combines technical excitement with heartfelt simplicity.The fast section in G minor consists of two main parts: the intense, emotional A section at m. 21 and the legato, sweeping B section at m. 59. The syncopated tutti figures in the high strings coupled with the fiery cello and bass lines propel the fast sections. The phrase in mm. 1–8 recurs throughout. Making four- to eight-measure exercises of this section below tempo in the violins and viola, focusing on rhythmic clarity, will help to lock in the syncopation. Similarly, the cello and bass should rehearse this slowly as well as mm. 9–16 to gain fluidity and insure a solid foundation.The cellos carry the tune at m. 71, and the ensemble builds from mm. 79–86 to the transition at m. 87. An abrupt change to half tempo here slows the momentum and transitions to a quiet, melancholy tone in m. 91. The middle section (ABA) begins in G minor with a somber quality, highlighted by the Violin I solo. It gradually builds to a beautiful, uplifting setting as it moves to G major in m. 100. Returning back to the hushed G minor tonality, it then speeds up again and transitions back to Tempo I for a brief recapitulation of the fast section. Measure 117 marks the return to vigorous playing, beginning softly and building to a thrilling ride to the end.

About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys but technical demands are still carefully considered
• More comprehensive bowing techniques
• Viola T.C. included
• Careful selection of keys and degree of difficulty for advancing musicians

By Edvard Grieg (1843-1907). Arranged by Christina Hans. Orchestra. Part(s); Score; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Form: Prelude. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Grade 3. 124 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Arranged by Rick England. Orchestra. String Orchestra. String Alternatives. Christmas; Contemporary; Light Concert; Novelty; Winter. Grade 3.5. Conductor Score and Parts. 148 pages

Arranged by Rick England. String Orchestra. String Alternatives. Novelty. Score. 32 pages. Published by Alfred Music (AP.29754S).

Orchestra String Orchestra - Grade 1.5-2

SKU: CF.FAS11

Composed by Larry Clark. FS SWS. Carl Fischer First Plus String Orchestra Series. Classical. Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+8+5+5+5+2+8 pages. Carl Fischer Music #FAS11. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.FAS11).

ISBN 9780825845048. UPC: 798408045043. 8.5 X 11 inches. Key: G major.

This outstanding original from Larry Clark can be played any time of year! A vigorous theme moves through all the sections and violas combine with second violins for prominent solo passages. A section in minor adds to the drama as strong rhythmic chords give way to a subdued tremolo in the first violins, reminiscent of Vivaldi's Winter This music reaches a level of intensity your players and audience will love.
Out of the Winter is a musical depiction of the many moods of winter from its harsh storms to its simple beauty. The composition is based on a central main theme that is musically developed throughout the composition presented in and out of major and minor keys.The main theme begins right away without introduction and is set to depict the simple delicate beauty of a light falling snow. The theme is then developed in the minor key using simple contrapuntal techniques that give the composition a fresh sound for pieces at this grade level. The aggressive development of the piece is a musical description of a powerful winter storm. The tension of this section is built to a climax using simple divisi in the strongs and some poly-chordal harmonic techniques that give way to a final return of the main theme to complete the piece.Special care should be given to exaggerating the contrast between the two diverse sections of the piece. The main theme should be light and uplifting. The second section with the theme in minor should have an ominous presence, but still be reminiscent of the original light main theme. As with all of my compositions at this grade level, adjust the tempo to fit the ability level of your students. It is hope that this piece helps to reinforce the concepts of good musicianship which you are trying to instill in your students. Bowings should be used as a guide and should be adjusted to your needs.It has been my pleasure to have had the opportunity to write this piece. I hope that you and your students find it useful for your program.

Composed by Meghan Trainor; Kevin Kadish. Arranged by Michael Story. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Pop Beginning String Orchestra. Pop. Part(s); Score. 78 pages. Duration 1:50. Alfred Music #00-44790. Published by Alfred Music (AP.44790).

Edited by Thom Proctor. Arranged by Jack Bullock. String method/supplement (violin II). Level: 1-4. 16 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Edited by Thom Proctor. Arranged by Jack Bullock. String method/supplement (cnd). Level: 1-4. 96 pages. Published by Warner Brothers.

Edited by Thom Proctor. Arranged by Jack Bullock. String method/supplement (violin I). Level: 1-4. 16 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.