This haunting medley partners two well-known spirituals (Wayfaring Stranger & Goin’ Home) and their promise of a restful afterlife. The gentle and pensive nature of this warm setting with an optional sensitive piano accompaniment will evoke feelings of…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Anthony Susi
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Anyone who has met Larry knows how humble he is, and while he would never admit it, this piece perfectly reflects the care and consideration he takes with the musical education of young musicians. A wonderfully beautiful work for String Orchestra.
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Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Larry Clark
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Composer Doug Spata does it again with a tuneful piece reminiscent of western movie soundtracks. It is a jaunty tune which students and audiences will love. Every section of the orchestra gets a chance to shine with melodic material.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
Wingert-Jones Publications
L’automne is French for “the Autumn.” This piece is meant to depict the different aspects of this beautiful season, as it begins with slightly cooler breezes and a break from summer’s heat. Young musicians will enjoy the lush harmonic palette and beautiful…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Ruth Elaine Schram
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Continuing with her “seasonal” themed pieces, Ruth Elaine Schram gives us the latest addition to her collection: Summer. Enjoy the beautiful harmonies and full tutti playing that will make your string orchestra sound great.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2021…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Ruth Elaine Schram
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Dignity, peace, and beauty paint a scenic picture at the dawn of a new day. Explore subtle swells and driving harmonic textures with Morning. Allow peace and tranquility to fill the soundscape through the contour of chamber passages and nuance that is truly…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Leonard Ingrande
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Music for a Night Sky is an introspective composition from composer Jorge L. Vargas. The piece has a moderate flowing waltz that begins reflective but then builds in complexity. It escalates to a more joyful climatic sound before retreating for a reflective…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
Wingert-Jones Publications
Nomadic Journey is a driving adventure from start to finish. Using optional percussion instruments and ostinato patterns, composer Carol Brittin Chambers has written a piece that is not only enjoyable for an audience but will have your students wanting to…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Carol Brittin Chambers
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
A wonderfully charming work for the developing string orchestra, Penguins on Parade evokes all the imagery of jolly and chunky penguins walking (or wobbling) in single-file across the snow! Students will love this one. Written in G Major, there are a few…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
Planet Hunter is an energetic work for beginners to help them develop skill on their lower string notes. Musically, the piece depicts the intensity and excitement of discovering new planets!Program NotesPlanet Hunter is an energetic work for beginners to help…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Sarah Siegler
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications