• For first year string groups
• Limited parts (often, 2nd violin and viola are the same part, cello and bass are the same part)
• Limited as to keys, rhythms (only simple eighth-note patterns) and independence of parts
• Playable after limited study time
• First position and natural bowings
• Piano for rehearsal and reinforcement

The Sprint

Alan Silva

This exciting Americana-themed piece will interest young players with active, engaging melodies and fun rhythmic patterns. Fresh harmonic language makes this a one of a kind piece. Your students will want to practice this challenging piece again and again. 19 The Sprint.mp3 Level: Medium Easy to Medium-String Orchestra Duration: 4:10 Key: G Major CAS31 - Set $45.00 CAS31F - Full Score $7.00 CAS31P - Parts $3.50

Round Dance

Igor Stravinsky; arranged by Lauren Keiser

Composer Lauren Keiser has skillfully transcribed Round Dance from the famous Firebird Suite. It works beautifully for strings alone and Keiser has kept all of the integrity and delicacy of the original intact. It is musically engaging and students will certainly find that this lush work will provide a classic experience. 20 Round Dance.mp3 Level: Medium Easy to Medium-String Orchestra Duration: 4:43 Key: A Major CAS30 - Set $45.00 CAS30F - Full Score $7.00 CAS30P - Parts $3.50

Cliffhanger

Sean O'Loughlin

Cliffhanger is a programmatic work for string orchestra that harkens back to the days of silent film. One of the lasting images of that time period is the Saturday afternoon matinee, where each episode ended on a cliffhanger until it could be “continued next week.” This piece tells the familiar story of the damsel in distress who is tied up to the train tracks as a train is approaching. 21 Cliffhanger.mp3 Level: Medium Easy to Medium-String Orchestra Duration: 3:00 Key: E Minor CAS34 - Set $45.00 CAS34F - Full Score $7.00 CAS34P - Parts $3.50

“One Small Step...”

Doris Gazda

This piece is a programmatic work by composer Doris Gazda that depicts the historic moon landing by the Apollo 11 astronauts and the famous first step by Neil Armstrong. Perfect for a patriotic concert, this work creates a sound portrait of this remarkable event from the annals of American history. 22 One Small Step.mp3 Level: Medium Easy to Medium-String Orchestra Duration: 3:30 Key: A Minor CAS29 - Set $45.00 CAS29F - Full Score $7.00 CAS29P - Parts $3.50

Swan Lake (exerpt)

Peter Tchaikovsky; arranged by Roy Phillippe

This is perhaps the best known melody from Tchaikovsky's popular ballets. Roy Phillippe has created a following amongst orchestra conductors that look for playable, yet authentic sounding arrangements of famous classical themes. Keeping the integrity of the original Tchaikovsky piece intact, Phillippe presents this masterpiece in a sweeping “strings only” arrangement that is sure to please. 23 Swan Lake (Excerpt).mp3 Level: Medium Easy to Medium-String Orchestra Duration: 4:00 Key: G Minor / A Minor CAS33 - Set $45.00 CAS33F - Full Score $7.00 CAS33P - Parts $3.50

Nocturne

arranged by Doris Gazda

For the advanced ensemble, Doris Gazda has expertly arranged this glorious ballad by Norwegian composer Ole Bull who was a contemporary of Edvard Grieg. It is an exceptional composition and will take a mature ensemble, but it will be well worth the effort. 24 Nocturne.mp3 Level: Medium Easy to Medium-String Orchestra Duration: 5:53 Key: D Major CAS28 - Set $45.00 CAS28F - Full Score $7.00 CAS28P - Parts $3.50

Carol of the Bells / Greensleeves

arranged by Larry Clark; Music by Mikola Leontovich, Words by Peter Wilhousky

The arrangement strives to combine two of the most popular Christmas carols into one seamless piece. It is intended to be performed in a symphonic style that pays respect to each of the strengths of these wonderful carols. Play a Christmas piece this year which will challenge your students and delight your audience. 25 Carol of the Bells _ Greensleeves.mp3 Level: Medium Easy to Medium-String Orchestra Duration: 2:46 Key: A Minor CAS32 - Set $45.00 CAS32F - Full Score $7.00 CAS32P - Parts $3.50