Mare Orientale: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

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Mare Orientale: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Mare Orientale: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-49495
Price: 50.00 USD
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By Yukiko Nishimura

Grade: 3

Item: 00-49495

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Mare Orientale is the name of one of the lunar mares. "Mare" means the "sea". In this case, its not a sea---it is a crater! Mare Orientale means the "eastern sea" in English. It is said that the crater is difficult to see from the Earth because it exists on the opposite side of the moon from what we can see. This fact is so mysterious and inspired me to write this piece, imagining the scenery that cannot be seen from the earth. (3:30)

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Series: Highland/Etling String Orchestra - PerformancePlus+

Publisher: Alfred Music

ISBN10: 1-4706-4986-1

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-4986-9

UPC: 038081570648

SKU: 00-49495

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About the Composer: Yukiko Nishimura

Yukiko Nishimura brings a distinctive voice shaped by rigorous training across continents. After graduating from Tokyo University of the Arts in 1990, she pursued advanced studies with Alfred Reed at the University of Miami and Richard Danielpour at Manhattan School of Music, establishing herself as both a composer and concert pianist. Her honors include special mentions at the International Competition for Original Composition for Band in Corciano, Italy, and the Aoyama Award; since 1996, she has mounted recitals of her own works throughout Japan.

Nishimura's output spans an impressive range: piano works, chamber music, band compositions, and orchestral scores. Her concert music has been premiered at venues including Carnegie Hall's Weille Recital Hall (performed by pianist Sara Davis Buechner in 2017) and the New York Public Library. She has also composed for film and theater, including scores for silent cinema and Japanese traditional Noh drama. Recent nominations for the Hollywood Music in Media Award reflect her continued presence in contemporary music, while her active role as both pianist and arranger demonstrates the breadth of her musical engagement.

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Why we love this

Mare Orientale captures mystery through accessible musical means, making it ideal for Grade 3 ensembles ready for something more imaginative than standard repertoire. The lunar imagery gives your orchestra a compelling narrative to connect with, while the three-and-a-half-minute arc holds engagement without demanding advanced technical facility. Programming this piece signals that your ensemble explores contemporary voices and thoughtful composition.

What to expect

Mare Orientale unfolds as a sonic journey toward something unseen and distant, evoking the quiet mystery of a lunar crater hidden on the far side of the moon. The music suggests wonder and contemplation rather than dramatic spectacle, drawing listeners into an introspective space through clear textures and purposeful phrasing.

Who it's for

String orchestras at the Grade 3 level who are ready for contemporary repertoire with literary substance. This piece works beautifully for ensembles preparing for festival competition or seeking programming that moves beyond traditional classical selections while remaining technically accessible.

How to get the most out of it

Build the atmosphere gradually from the opening; resist the urge to rush. The crater's distance from Earth should feel tangible in your tempo choices and phrase shaping.
Use the PerformancePlus+ recording as a reference for balance and ensemble blend, then establish your own interpretation by having players identify the thematic material before rehearsal.
Pay attention to dynamic layering in the middle sections. With a Grade 3 ensemble, clarity between parts matters more than complex tone color.
Assign the sectional exercises in PerformancePlus+ early in your rehearsal cycle so players build confidence in problem passages before full-orchestra work.

How to use it

Consider pairing this piece with other contemporary works for a "Visions and Horizons" concert that explores imagination and discovery. Its moderate length and evocative quality make it an excellent choice for festival competition or as a concert anchor that showcases your ensemble's musicality without overwhelming a program structure.