UIL Concert & Sight-Reading Evaluation Information
1C MS, 1C MS - Non-Varsity, 2C MS - Non-Varsity, 3C MS - Non-Varsity, 1B JH - Non-Varsity, 2B JH - Non-Varsity, 3B JH - Non-Varsity, 1A HS - Non-Varsity, 2A HS - Non-Varsity
Grade Level: 0.5 Copyright:…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
RBC Publications
Star Light, Star Bright was inspired by a tune played by nearly every beginning musician in the US: "Twinkle Twinkle, Little Star." The meaning is twofold: It pays tribute to the tune we played as beginners and reminds us that our starting experience is…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Leslie Gilreath
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Introduce your students to possibly one of the most beautiful and lyrical pieces they have ever performed. Intricate and delicate, this ethereal and almost hypnotic composition exemplifies being overcome with a sense of awe, peace, and wonder while gazing at…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Bryan Sanguinito
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
String of Dolphins is going to be a piece that stands the test of time. Based on such a simple bit of imagery, composer Yukiko Nishimura crafts a new work that can only be described as masterful!
Grade Level: 4.5 Copyright: 2022 Publisher: Excelcia Music…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Yukiko Nishimura
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Take a musical stroll with your young string performers with this new, very easy piece from David Hinds. An excellent choice for a first concert as well as being a great piece to use for teaching form.
Grade Level: 0.5 Copyright: 2023 Publisher: Kendor Music…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
Strollin’ is a charming new work for String Orchestra, utilizing syncopation in 6/8 time. Written as a contemporary jazz piece, every voice is balanced with the other making this a great piece to reinforce tutti play and blend. We know you and your audiences…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Shirl Jae Atwell
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Subatomic is written for the youngest of string students. It uses only the first 6 notes of the D scale, with no more difficult rhythm than two repeated eighth notes. Plus, there are no long sustained notes, which can often be challenging for young players.…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Larry Clark
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Such Small Things was a gift to the composer’s baby daughter. The sweeping ballad simultaneously celebrates the anticipation of life and the joy that her life has brought into the world. Sparkling melodies and rich, lush harmonies make this 3-minute piece for…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
UIL Concert & Sight-Reading Evaluation Information
1C MS, 1C MS - Non Varsity, 2C MS - Non Varsity, 3C MS - Non Varsity, 1B JH - Non Varsity, 2B JH - Non Varsity, 3B JH - Non Varsity, 1A HS - Non Varsity, 2A HS - Non Varsity
Grade Level: 0.5 Copyright:…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
RBC Publications
Reminiscent of film-scores of old, this wonderfully expressive work will be a hit at your next concert. Perfect for any program or festival adjudication, Summer Solstice has a lot of teachable material in it. Passionately inspire your audience and students…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Bruce W. Tippette
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing