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Oompa Loompa: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
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Fantasy on a Japanese Folk Song: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Fantasy on a Japanese Folk Song: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
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High Flying: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Themes from The Nutcracker: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
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Where Falcons Fly: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Spartacus: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Where Falcons Fly: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Gargoyles: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Royal March of the Lion: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Royal March of the Lion: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Elf: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
The Grotto: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
The Grotto: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Fantasia on a Theme from Thailand: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Fantasia on a Theme from Thailand: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Medieval Kings: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts -
Medieval Kings: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
About This Collection
Description
Orchestra teachers rely on these best-selling string orchestra arrangements and original works for reliable, engaging repertoire. From the Start by Laufey and Force of Nature by Brian Balmages lead the collection, offering accessible entry points for developing ensembles. You'll find programmatic pieces, pop arrangements, multicultural works, and concert staples across grade levels from 0.5 through 4, with many titles approved for festival and contest performance.
Highlights
Teachers keep coming back to From the Start by Laufey (Grade 2.5) and Force of Nature by Brian Balmages (Grade 2) for reliable concert pieces. Gravitas by Soon Hee Newbold (Grade 3) brings sophistication to intermediate programs, while Five Note Fiddler by Balmages (Grade 0.5) serves beginning ensembles with engaging, approachable material.
Composer Spotlight
Brian Balmages brings three decades of professional performance across orchestral, band, and chamber settings to his string writing. His ability to scale difficulty without sacrificing musicality makes pieces like Force of Nature and Five Note Fiddler accessible to elementary students while remaining valid concert repertoire. His A. Austin Harding Award from the American School Band Directors Association reflects his impact on school music programs.
Soon Hee Newbold's background as both a concert performer and world traveler informs her approach to composition. She routinely incorporates cultural and ethnic musical styles into her work, bringing textural variety and authenticity to pieces like Gravitas that challenge and expand young musicians' listening and playing.
Richard Meyer's 35 years teaching strings at all levels, including 22 years building a large orchestra program from 29 to 200 students at Oak Avenue Intermediate School, shaped his understanding of what repertoire actually works in growing programs. His clinic and guest conducting work continues to influence educators nationwide.
Chris M. Bernotas directs instrumental publications for Alfred Music while maintaining an active composing schedule. His compositions balance accessibility with emotional substance, designed to engage early-career musicians without compromising artistic integrity.