Ain’t Got No Penguin Blues is a fun jazzy introduction to the blues form for grade 2 string orchestra. Each section plays the melody and there are opportunities for students to try improvisation and swinging eighth notes.Program NotesAin’t Got No Penguin…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Sarah Siegler
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
These special arrangements for percussion ensemble, featuring traditional carols and modern seasonal favorites fully arranged for 8-12 players, have become standards for Christmas programs throughout the country. The full compliment of keyboard instruments,…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
James Faulconer, Richard Gipson
Publisher:
OU Percussion Press
Do you like the feeling of freedom when playing a piece of music? Do you particularly enjoy upbeat Söca, or the relaxing vibes of One Drop? Then, Groovae is the piece for you! This piece captures both of those particular styles in one, making for a unique…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Nicklas Bohannon
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
In Search of Excalibur depicts the medieval quest for the future King Arthur's famous sword. The fast minor melody is played by each section of the orchestra, and the time signature changes and open fifths harken the age of ancient kings and castles. Your…
Style:
String
Composer:
Sarah Siegler
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
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
Rim of the City is an exciting driving work for string orchestra inspired by an overlook of vast hills in western Wisconsin called Rim of the City. The forward momentum in the eight notes depicts the climb upward on a beautiful day, moving fast to get to the…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Sarah Siegler
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Simmons Island is an exciting piece that will challenge intermediate string players to play fast, syncopated rhythms as well as beautiful legato phrases in the slower lyrical section. It depicts the waves of Lake Michigan crashing along the shore of Simmons…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Sarah Siegler
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
These special arrangements for percussion ensemble, featuring traditional carols and modern seasonal favorites fully arranged for 8-12 players, have become standards for Christmas programs throughout the country. The full compliment of keyboard instruments,…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
James Faulconer, Richard Gipson
Publisher:
OU Percussion Press
Wizard's Quest is a dark and driving work for developing string orchestra. The energetic E-minor melody depicts the adventure of a quest in Medieval times—imagine the non-stop action of a Wizard determined to win against all odds. An optional drum part adds…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Sarah Siegler
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications