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Dear Teachers, Welcome to Wingert-Jones Publications 2021-22 Orchestra music release!

As we continue to navigate these unprecedented times, Wingert-Jones is again proud to provide you with educational music of the highest quality. You will enjoy the timely release of our new flexible trios series, Flexible Favorites for Strings, in three volumes: Christmas; Classics and Wedding, as well as the addition of Brendan McBrien’s Concerto for Two Violins, an adaptation of the first movement of Vivaldi’s Mandolin Concerto in C Major. Wingert-Jones continues to provide additional second violin parts in alto clef for ensemble flexibility in Grades 1 to 2.5 music. And, this year, we are pleased to welcome five new composers and arrangers to our catalog.

We wish you much success in all of your musical endeavors.

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Grades 3 - 5

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STRING ORCHESTRA series

Triumph ​ Armond Wimberly. ​

This dramatic and powerful original work paints a vivid image of ancient warriors returning home triumphantly from battle. Long melodic lines over heavy syncopated 16th-note figures accompanied by body slaps and foot stomps create an exciting musical landscape that young orchestras will want to experience over and over. The middle section provides a smooth contrast while keeping the tension building into an intense, climactic conclusion.

3036661 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 57.00​ 3036662 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00​

Arcana ​ Doug Spata. ​

The term arcana means secrets or mysteries. This energizing original work is a nonstop thrill ride that makes you feel like you are on a quest to uncover the mysteries of the unknown. Soft dynamics combined with intense, driving 16th-note rhythms and harmonic tension provide excitement from beginning to end. ​ 3036651 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 57.00​ 3036652 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00​

IMPROVE YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF CHOOSING THE RIGHT FINGERINGS!

Concerto for Two Violins ​ Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Brendan McBrien. ​

This arrangement is a wonderful adaptation of Vivaldi’s Mandolin Concerto in C major. This version features two solo violins and an optional harpsichord/piano part. ​ 3036641 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 57.00​ 3036642 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00​

CELLO FINGERINGS Shadowgate ​ Improve Your Left-Hand Game Christian A. Williams. ​

Benjamin Whitcomb. ​

Here is a thrilling cinematic experience that puts you right in the middle of a high-flying action movie. Driving bass lines, pedal points, dramatic dynamic shifts, and themes built on half-step intervals will have musicians and concertgoers wanting more! Violin 1 utilizes harmonics.

3036621 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 57.00​ 3036622 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00​

Cello Fingerings: Improve Your Left-Hand Game is a concise but thorough treatise and workbook on the many facets of devising fingerings for the cello. The book, primarily designed for intermediate cellists, systematically discusses all of the many factors and priorities that affect fingering decisions. Then, readers get to test their knowledge and understanding by trying their hand at numerous short quizzes, each of which is followed by Whitcomb’s suggested fingerings. This is a one-of-a-kind book that is sure to significantly improve your ability to devise excellent fingerings quickly. ​ 4200050 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.95​

Time to Tango ​ Erica Donahoe. ​

The tango is a partner dance that originated along the Rio de la Plata in the 1880s. This creative and engaging original work provides all the flair and rhythmic syncopations that make the traditional dance so appealing. Optional maracas, bongo, and guiro parts add the perfect spice.

3036631 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 57.00​ 3036632 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00​

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BASS FINGERINGS

Improve Your Left-Hand Game ​ Benjamin Whitcomb. ​

A concise but thorough treatise and workbook on the many facets of devising fingerings for the bass. The book, primarily designed for intermediate bassists, systematically discusses all of the many factors and priorities that affect fingering decisions. Then, readers get to test their knowledge and understanding with numerous short quizzes, each of which is followed by suggested fingerings. A one-of-a-kind book sure to significantly improve your ability to devise excellent fingerings quickly. ​ 4200060 Paperback Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.95​

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ACHIEVEMENT series

Grades 2 - 2.5

Skeleton Waltz ​

Katie O’Hara LaBrie. ​ This expertly written and educationally sound programmatic work incorporates spooky themes, chromatic harmony, and special effects to create a fun and playfully macabre setting that is reminiscent of the orchestrations of Berlioz and Saint-Saens. This work offers an excellent opportunity to teach multiple bowing techniques. ​ 3036611 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 49.00​ 3036612 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

Circle of Rhythm ​

Reynard Burns. ​ This celebratory piece, created in a West African-inspired polyrhythmic style, features melodies built around a fourbar rhythmic motif. There is a part for a sogo or hand drum as well. ​ 3036601 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 49.00​ 3036602 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

A GREAT AND COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO DEVELOPING SOLID PRACTICING TECHNIQUES ​ Doraji ​

Korean Folk Song/arr. Ben Snoek. ​ This popular Korean folk song is named for the Platycodon grandiflorus or balloon flower. This beautiful setting features lush scoring, flowing counterlines, dramatic phrasing, and seamlessly passes the melody among the entire ensemble. An excellent multicultural piece that will delight musicians and concertgoers. ​ 3036591 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 49.00​ 3036592 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

Enigma ​ Ben Snoek. ​ This excellent original work opens with a slow and ominous melody in the low strings under a veil of soft tremolos that quickly transitions to a fast and fiery ride propelled by driving rhythms, changing tonalities, and creative harmonic tension. This will keep the audience on the edge of their seats! An excellent opener! ​ 3036571 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00​ 3036572 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

Legend of the Knight ​

Chris Thomas. ​ This very cinematic work uses dramatic scoring to chronicle the quest of a mysterious knight who has been summoned forth to defend the kingdom. Driving eighth notes and dark low-string themes depict the mythical warrior rising from the mist, then soaring, triumphant high strings show the hero in victory. A thrilling addition to your next concert program. ​ 3036561 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00​ 3036562 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

A Medieval Christmas ​

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Jiyoung Um. ​ 3/4 meter and open harmonies place the listener in a medieval court. A great tribute to the modal Christmas music of the Middle Ages. ​ 3036581 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00​ 3036582 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​ 2021-2022 Wingert-Jones Publications Orchestra Music

Benjamin Whitcomb. ​

The Advancing String Player’s Handbooks are the most thorough guides to practicing string instruments available. ​ 4200010 The Advancing Violinist’s Handbook . . 24.95 4200020 The Advancing Violist’s Handbook . . . 24.95 4200030 The Advancing Cellist’s Handbook . . . . 24.95 4200040 The Advancing Bassist’s Handbook . . . 24.95

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Grades .5 - 1.5

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EARLY ACHIEVEMENT series

Early Achievement and Achievement pieces now include Violin 2 parts in alto clef

Snowy Woods ​ James Lockett. ​

Envision a crackling fireplace on a snowy December night or imagine gazing out the window in the morning at the beauty of a new-fallen snow - this beautiful original work will warm the audience and players with delight.

A beautiful melody and colorful harmonies combined with lush and expert scoring will make the developing orchestra sound full. A harp (optional piano) part adds to the perfect palette of color. A must-have holiday gem. ​ 3036551 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 44.00​ 3036552 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

Spy Rock ​ Eric B. Davis. ​

Breakbeat ​ Doug Spata. ​

A driving tempo, energizing rhythms, foot stomps, handclaps, pizzicati, and terse dynamics make this a thrilling yet highly playable work for the developing string orchestra - sure to be the highlight of any performance.

Unison rhythms greatly enhance the intensity and accessibility. ​ 3036531 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 44.00​ 3036532 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

Christmas Corral ​ Traditional/arr. Susan H. Day. ​

Ever wonder what it might be like to celebrate the holidays in the Old West? This creative setting of Jolly Old St. Nicholas and Jingle Bells will make you feel like you are sitting around the campfire having a yuletide sing-along.

Low strings will enjoy playing the “clip, clop” bass line. This piece is scored with doubled violin 2/viola and cello/bass with added percussion (woodblock and sleighbells). ​ 3036521 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 44.00​ 3036522 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

With a driving rhythm, catchy melody, and rocking drum set, this thrilling original work will have musicians and concertgoers alike moving in their seats! Beginning players will have the opportunity to study modal tonality, open harmonies, dynamics, and pizzicato, all using only the notes E, B, A, B, and D. Sure to be a favorite at any beginning string orchestra’s first concert! ​ 3036511 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B 44.00​ 3036512 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

SIGHT-READING BOOK FOR STRING ​ ​ ORCHESTRA

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Enduring the Storm ​ Lucas Shogren. ​

A slow and gentle opening melody delivering a feeling of hope and perseverance gives way to a strong and driving theme of unwavering determination that builds to an intense and exciting ending. Developing string players will have the opportunity to study a wide variety of articulations, dynamics and bowings. An excellent choice to open or conclude a program. ​ 3036541 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 44.00​ 3036542 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

Open String March ​ Jiyoung Um. ​

Using only the notes on the open strings, unison writing, and simple quarter and eighth-note rhythms, this exciting and very accessible original work is the perfect choice for a beginning orchestra’s first performance. This piece also provides an excellent tool to introduce young players to dynamics and double stops. A simple piano accompaniment provides an excellent harmonic backdrop. ​ 3036501 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B 44.00​ 3036502 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

Revised Edition Jerry West. ​

The revised Sight-Reading Book for String Orchestra contains 100 short pieces designed to allow groups to sight-read at every rehearsal without the hassle of passing out music and retrieving it. With improved bowings and articulations, this invaluable tool will assist directors with efficient preparation for sight-reading at contests or festivals.

Excerpts range from easy to medium-easy in difficulty.

Not compatible with the previous edition.​ 3035001 Violin 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.95​ 3035002 Violin 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.95​ 3035003 Viola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.95​ 3035004 Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.95​ 3035005 String Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.95​ 3035000 Conductor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38.00​

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PERFORMANCE COLLECTIONS FOR STRINGS MORE MASTERWORKS FOR STRINGS arr. Ben Clinesmith.

This collection of masterworks for intermediate string players includes familiar melodies ranging from the Baroque to Romantic periods and beyond. These ten pieces have been carefully arranged to support developing playing technique while introducing students to the form, style, and distinct sound of many great composers, including Vivaldi, Brahms, Beethoven, Dvorak, and more. Each piece is suitable for small or large string ensembles in a festival, recital, or traditional concert setting.

A valuable addition to your orchestra library!

3036261 Conductor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95 3036262 Violin 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3036263 Violin 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3036264 Violin 3 Viola T.C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3036265 Viola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3036266 Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3036267 String Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95

STRING PREMIERE

(Performance Works for Young Strings) Joanne Erwin, Kathleen Horvath, Robert McCashin & Brenda Mitchell.

BAROQUE AND CLASSICAL MASTERWORKS FOR STRINGS arr. Ben Clinesmith.

Educational and economical, this collection of masterworks provides a multitude of uses for ensembles of various sizes. These arrangements are perfect for concerts, special events, weddings, or sight-reading. This set includes Mozart, Clarke, Haydn, J.C. Bach, Telemann, Handel, J.S. Bach, and Rameau.

3035010 Conductor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.95 3035011 Violin 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3035012 Violin 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3035016 Viola T.C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3035013 Viola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3035014 Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3035015 String Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95

Provide each student with valuable repertoire that also enhances technique and confidence on the concert stage. A class set can also be used for sight-reading practice in high school settings. This collection of 30 arrangements and original works progresses from simple pieces for young string players up through more complex intermediate works.

Melodic lines are passed through all the parts. A Violin 3 book which doubles as a viola part is also available.

3036000 Conductor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.95 3036001 Violin 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3036002 Violin 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3036003 Violin 3 Viola T.C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3036004 Viola . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3036005 Cello . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95 3036006 String Bass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.95

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STRING ORCHESTRA HOLIDAY FEATURES Christmas on the Thames A Little Winter Night Music ​ arr. Kathryn Griesinger. ​ (A Fantasy on English Carols) ​ Traditional/arr. Porter Eidam. ​

Capture the essence of Charles Dickens’ snowy London with this lively fantasy of traditional English carols.

Set in lilting 6/8 with several bright modulations, this approachable setting includes the timeless melodies I Saw Three Ships; The Holly and the Ivy and Here We Come A-Wassailing. ​ 3036451 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 57.00​ 3036452 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00​

Christmas Serenade ​ Traditional/arr. Steven J. Campbell. ​

This wonderful arrangement for beginning orchestra combines both Silent Night and The First Noel. Set in D major, it has been arranged so that violin, viola, and cello sections use only the D and A strings, while the bass section uses just the G and D strings. This fundamental arrangement is free of slurs and dotted rhythms yet still retains the spirit and charm of the original carols. ​ 3035441 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 40.00​ 3035442 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00​

Dreidl Adventure ​ Scott Watson. ​

You can almost see the dreidl spinning when you hear this captivating arrangement of the traditional Hanukkah song.

A popular choice for holiday or December concerts with the beginning string ensemble. ​ 3033801 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00​ 3033802 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

Your favorite classical themes about winter and night, neatly combined into one festive piece of winter concert music! Bookended with the familiar strains of Mozart’s Eine kleine Nachtmusik, this arrangement weaves through traditional seasonal favorites like Vivaldi’s “Winter” from The Four Seasons, Holst’s In the Bleak Midwinter, and themes from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. The unchanging tempo and simplified rhythms allow young players to seamlessly play through some of history’s greatest masterworks. Includes viola parts in treble clef and violin 2 parts in alto clef for flexible ensembles. ​ 3036341 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 49.00​ 3036342 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

North Pole March ​ Chris Thomas. ​

March with Santa’s elves to the North Pole with this charming holiday piece for beginning strings! Only easy half-, quarter-, and eighth-note rhythms from the D major scale are used as the jolly melody is passed to every section. Optional woodblock and sleigh bells add festive cheer to this perfect winter concert selection for young orchestras. ​ 3036101 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B 42.00​ 3036102 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00​

Ring, Christmas Bells!

(Ukrainian Bell Carol) ​

arr. Deborah Baker Monday. ​

Even your youngest players can share their holiday spirit with this outstanding arrangement of the popular Ukrainian Bell Carol. This is inspired! Written in E minor with the simple four-note theme, it stays in first position First Christmas Suite while building to a strong finale. It is the quintessential (for Strings, Piano, and Percussion) ​ holiday arrangement that students and parents will love.​ Traditional/arr. Francis J. Caravella. ​ 3035021 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 40.00​ A multi-movement suite of familiar holiday tunes for the 3035022 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00​ very first winter concert! These open-string pieces for beginning orchestra use alternating pizzicato and arco to explore a variety of simple rhythms with easy two- and Rock You Merry Gentlemen ​ three-part harmony. The joyful piano and percussion Jeffrey S. Bishop. ​ parts fill in the harmonies, and are available as a free Syncopation in the cellos and basses drives this rock MP3 download from the publisher website. A complete interpretation of the well-known carol from the midconcert, all in one suite! ​ 1700s. From the beginning d minor introduction through 3036301 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B 55.00​ the g minor modulation, the eighth note pulse keeps the 3036302 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00​ underlying drive, especially through the 6/8 measures.

Ideal for young players or community groups, this one is sure to be a holiday program hit! ​ Jingle Bells ​ 3033611 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00 James Pierpont/arr. Michael Blackwood. ​ 3033612 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00 Get your students set for the winter season with this fun arrangement of Jingle Bells! Filled with energetic S’vivon ​ accompaniments to the main tune, this piece is a great Ben Clinesmith. ​ chance for your students to build their chromatic fingering skills while allowing more advanced violins to begin Played mostly pizzicato, this spirited arrangement of an practicing shifting. An appearance by a Tchaikovsky Israeli folksong is really fun to play. Even in cut-time, it’s favorite at the end will give your students and your still accessible for middle school groups and will add variety to December holiday performances. ​ audience a surprise treat! ​ 3035781 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 52.00​ 3033581 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00​ 3035782 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​ 3033582 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​ 5 Internet: wjpublications.com email: publications@wjpublications.com Recordings: wjpublications.com/recordings

STRING ORCHESTRA best-sellers Appalachian Festival ​ Chris Thomas. ​

This music features strummed rhythms, folk-inspired melodies, syncopation, and an exciting accelerando to the end. In addition to having both marcato and legato passages, every section gets to play the main theme.

Evoke colorful images of rural old-time Appalachia for your audience with this lively concert selection! ​ 3036431 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 57.00​ 3036432 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00​

Celtic Air and Jig ​ John Mock. ​

Grades 3 - 4

Inverno (Scenes from Vivaldi’s “Winter”) ​ Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Todd Parrish. ​

With a completely unique take on this classic, Inverno transforms the beauty of the second movement of Vivaldi’s famous Winter Concerto and weaves it into the excitement of the first movement. The perfect selection for your winter concert! ​ 3035111 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 50.00​ 3035112 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00​

Primavera (Scenes from Vivaldi’s “Spring”)​

This pair of contrasting melodies depicts the ethereal beauty of Irish legends and landscapes. The Monastery at Kilmacduagh is a plaintive air inspired by the seventhcentury ruins in County Galway, while Fort of the Rounded Hills derives its name from Doonagore Castle near the coastal village of Doolin in County Clare. The lively 6/8 jig features a solo violin part that could also be played on the pennywhistle. ​ 3036441 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 65.00​ 3036442 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.00​

Antonio Vivaldi/arr. Todd Parrish. ​ A unique twist on Vivaldi’s “Spring” from The Four Seasons. The spirited themes are reimagined to weave solo melodies from the second and third movements into one energetic work. A perfect selection for your spring concert or as a follow-up to Inverno! ​ 3036481 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 57.00​ 3036482 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00​

Fiddle Fury ​

Symphony No. 5 (First Movement) ​

Kathryn Griesinger. ​

The fast and furious pace of this fiery work never slows down, bringing the energy and spirit of a hoedown that ventures into a few unconventional rhythms and syncopated accompaniments. Exciting! ​ 3036461 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 57.00​ 3036462 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00​

Green Rhythmico ​ Kirt Mosier. ​

A high-energy addition to the “Rhythmico” series, this Irish-flavored romp features jazzy solos in every section of the orchestra along with the signature ostinato patterns and vigorous rhythms students already love.

Showy glissandi and enthusiastic pizzicato sections add colorful variety to the lively melody and constantly moving accompaniment lines. A sure-fire hit for your next concert!

3036191 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 55.00​ 3036192 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.00​

The Highlander ​ Deborah Baker Monday. ​

The music of The Highlander tells the story of loss, remembrance, and celebration. Written as a tribute to a young violist, the viola part remains prominent throughout.

Three distinct sections offer interest to all sections of the orchestra. Following a stately opening, the lively middle section is based on the Scottish Highlander’s Farewell and follows standard fiddle tune form with increasing excitement and tempo. The concluding energetic reel drives the piece to a joyous finale. ​ 3036201 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 52.00​ 3036202 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Todd Parrish. ​ One of Beethoven’s best-known works, the powerful Symphony No. 5 (“Fate”) features emphatic motifs and lyrical contrasts. Set in the original key of C minor, this excellent arrangement of the Allegro con brio first movement effectively uses every section of the string orchestra to capture the passion and spirit of the original work, supported by an optional timpani part. ​ 3036491 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 65.00​ 3036492 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.00​

Ventus ​

Todd Parrish. ​ Ventus is the Latin word for “wind,” and this work depicts the beauty and fury of the wind through both E minor and G Major tonalities. Bow articulations range from powerful staccato and lyrical legato to energetic spiccato in the coda section. Dissonance is featured throughout to create a sense of tension and resolution. This triumphantsounding piece is very approachable and fun to play, with all parts given meaningful contributions throughout. ​ 3035811 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 52.00​ 3035812 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

Waltz of the Wicked ​

Kirt N. Mosier. ​ This wild piece calls for violins and violas to use a onefinger glissando creating a very eerie effect. Cellos will get to strum three-note chords with their thumb while canonic passages make your group work together as never before. Wicked! ​ 3030351 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 50.00​ 3030352 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

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Grades 2 - 2.5

ACHIEVEMENT SERIES best-sellers

Allegro from “Xerxes” ​

Monster Mambo ​

In this brilliant Allegro, Handel introduces listeners to the energy and excitement surrounding the title character of his 1738 opera Serse (Xerxes), the king of Persia. This arrangement is transposed to D major and provides excellent opportunities for young string players to explore basic Baroque bowing styles within a simple imitative texture where motivic material is distributed evenly among all sections. Includes Viola parts in treble clef, and Violin 2 parts in alto clef for flexible ensembles. ​ 3036351 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 49.00​ 3036352 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

Just add Latin percussion and stir for mambo magic that will make your audience want to get up and dance! The basses get the spotlight at the beginning, but all sections of the orchestra pass around the catchy melodies and syncopated rhythms. Full of infectious joy, this upbeat piece is perfect for the Halloween concert or any other time of year. ​ 3036151 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 47.00​ 3036152 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

George Frederic Handel/arr. Ken Selden. ​

Lauren Bernofsky. ​

Montego Bay ​ Susan H. Day. ​

Atishbaji Sun, sand, and song! Take a trip to Jamaica via this catchy tune with optional Latin percussion. This cheerful (Fireworks) ​ Doug Spata. ​

An exciting selection with Indian flavor! Fireworks are central to the traditional Diwali celebration, the Hindu festival of lights. Featuring approachable rhythms and notes, this lively and vivid piece also reinforces low-one finger patterns. Represent Diwali at holiday concerts or anytime to add a touch of world music to the concert program. Optional percussion adds even more color and style. ​ 3035921 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 7.00​ 3035922 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

Avalon Rising ​ Doug Spata. ​

A dramatic concert overture with a focus on loure bowing, part independence, and approachable syncopation.

The ominous D-minor tonality and the sweeping cinematic melodies will enchant orchestras and audiences, while teachers will appreciate the important skills this piece reinforces. ​ 3036371 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 49.00​ 3036372 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

Blue Rhythmico ​ Kirt N. Mosier. ​

This original work uses jazzy blue notes, energetic riffs, and a driving ostinato bass line to build a vibrant, full sound. A favorite of students and conductors. ​ 3030371 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00​ 3030372 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00​

Legends of Glory ​ Kathryn Griesinger. ​

Legends of Glory features a majestic theme that weaves through contrasting sections in the key of E minor. As ancient voices recall tales of forgotten glory, a sacred moment of reflection gives way to a stormy battle in the cello and bass sections, building to a victorious key change to A minor. With just a little third position in first violin, it’s an accessible and exciting work for developing players!

3035521 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00​ 3035522 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

piece features melody parts for all, 4/4 time, key of G throughout, and invokes a bright Caribbean feel. Sure to delight players, teachers, and the audience! Includes violin 3 (viola in treble clef) and alternate viola (violin 2 in alto clef) parts for flexibility. ​ 3036411 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 49.00​ 3036412 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.00​

Mountain Hymn ​ Janelle Zook Cunalata. ​

You can almost hear the choir in the background as you listen to the sentimentally beautiful Mountain Hymn. The piece is dedicated to the composer’s two nieces who came from Mexico to be baptized at a small church near her home in the Ecuadorian highlands. This work will give young musicians practice with lyrical playing and expressive dynamics, all within a piece in D major that falls very easily on young musicians’ fingers. ​ 3035481 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 45.00​ 3035482 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

Red Pepper ​ Jeffrey S. Bishop. ​

Based on traditional Zydeco music and Cajun fiddling style, this clever arrangement passes tunes playfully from one section to another, sometimes over a pizzicato walking bass line. This top-seller is full of energy and fun!

3033341 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 45.00​ 3033342 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

The Siege ​ Christian A. Williams. ​

Students will feel the intensity and anticipation of attack as they perform this exciting work for intermediate string orchestra. A battle-march rhythm plays throughout nearly the entire piece while a determined and resolute melody sounds above. Set in the dark key of E minor, The Siege is sure to be an enjoyable concert selection! ​ 3036161 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 47.00​ 3036162 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

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3035912 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00​

Procession of the Knights ​ Don Brubaker. ​

Written with the second-year string player in mind, this work shares the majestic theme throughout the orchestra. Students will reinforce basic articulations using only quarter and eighth notes. An excellent spring concert choice!

3035181 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 40.00​ 3035182 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00​

A Regal March Anchored ​ (from “Scipione”) ​ Todd Parrish. ​

George Frederic Handel/arr. Christina Hans. ​

A fun piece for developing string players that reinforces the practice of leaving fingers down, “anchored” to the fingerboard. With a nautical flavor, it explores staccato and legato articulation along with striking dynamic contrast. Low second fingers are found only in the first violin part, and fourth fingers are encouraged in both the violin and viola parts. The powerful melodic material is given to all sections for a dramatic concert selection. ​ 3036071 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 42.00​ 3036072 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00​

This simple yet regal-sounding processional march from Handel’s opera Scipione is also the regimental march of the British Grenadier Guards. This confidencebuilding arrangement for developing orchestra stays in first position, doubles violin 2 and viola, and provides interesting parts in every section. ​ 3036271 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 44.00​ 3036272 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

Dark Forest Legend ​ Eric B. Davis. ​

Take a musical journey through a deep forest lined with towering trees! This mysterious work for beginning string players evokes feelings of enchantment and intrigue. The melody is passed to every section, and easy notes and rhythms showcase developing playing skills through an exciting theme. ​ 3036281 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 44.00​ 3036282 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

Fire Star (The Planet Mars) ​ Brandon Bangle. ​

Ancient Chinese astronomers named the planet Mars “Fire Star” based on its reddish hue. This original work for developing string orchestra explores the enigmatic nature of this planet with a dark minor mode and approachable first-position patterns. An urgent staccato rhythmic motif alternates with mysterious legato themes as the ominous melody is passed to every section. ​ 3036291 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 44.00​ 3036292 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.00​

The Hunt (Allegro Vivace from String Quartet No. 17) W.A. Mozart/arr. Ben Clinesmith. ​

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One of Mozart’s best known string quartets, arranged for beginning orchestra. Set in easy first position with no slurs, this clever arrangement has been transposed to the key of G and arranged in 3/4 time instead of the original 6/8. Mozart’s original hunting horn-like motif is featured in this authentic arrangement, ensuring students can enjoy a staple of classical repertoire in their first years of playing.

3035911 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 42.00​ 2021-2022 Wingert-Jones Publications Orchestra Music

Rosintown Rock ​ Benjamin P. Snoek. ​

This fun, alternative-style original works great with beginning strings and sounds much harder than it is.

Students will love the energetic rock beat! The suggested drum part really drives the piece. ​ 3035451 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 40.00​ 3035452 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00​

Royal Promenade ​ Don Brubaker. ​

Geared to beginners, it uses only quarter note and quarter rest rhythms in D major. The use of thematic repetition along with contrasting dynamics and articulations make this piece easy to learn yet interesting for all beginning players. ​ 3035191 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B 40.00​ 3035192 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00​

A Viking’s Tale ​ Chris Thomas. ​

Experience the grit and barbarity of the vikings’ life in this fierce piece for developing strings! Heavy, marcato melodies are passed to every section, using only notes of the G and D major scales in first position, plus a little third position in the bass. Dynamic contrasts, warrior cries, and optional bass drum and anvil add extra drama and excitement for your next concert. ​ 3035881 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VE 42.00​ 3035882 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.00​

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An Ode to Joy Festival ​ (Multi-Level) ​

Camille Saint-Saens/arr. Kirt Mosier. ​ From the writer of the famous “Bacchanale” comes this exotic dance for full orchestra. It is sure to inspire students with its mysterious start and exuberant melody. Ample doubling allows it to be played with fewer parts. A great opening number for both concert and contest!

The fine recording was done at Millersville University in Pennsylvania. ​ 3035081 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MA 65.00​ 3035082 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00​

A Matador’s Tale ​ Mark Lortz. ​

With traditional Spanish flair, this programmatic work depicts a bullfight, beginning with the fanfare announcing the entrance of the matador. After the various stages of the fight, the music comes to a rousing end. The many doublings in this intermediate work allow orchestras to play it with a smaller instrumentation. ​ 3035871 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 65.00​ 3035872 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00​

Ludwig van Beethoven/arr. Todd Parrish. ​

In this multi-level arrangement for beginning, intermediate, and advanced orchestras, young students can experience the thrill of Beethoven’s original symphony. This abbreviated version is long enough to highlight some of the best moments from the final movement, but short enough to use as a grand finale for any pyramid concert. Optional high-school-level wind and brass parts have been made more accessible and are highly encouraged but not required for performance. A great selection to motivate and inspire young string students. ​ 3036251 String or Full Orchestra Multi-Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-M 80.00​ 3036252 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.00​

Valdres March ​ Johannes Hanssen/arr. Kathy L. Fishburn. ​

The classic band march, first played in 1904, is finally available for full orchestra! Based on Norwegian folksongs, the melodies in this piece are played by all sections, moving from the winds to the strings, and sometimes doubled. The fanfares in the brass add a very regal sound.

The strings will enjoy the beautiful phrases in both melody and countermelody roles. ​ 3033371 Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 65.00 3033372 Additional Score . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00​

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