Stratosphere By Stephen Chin For String Orchestra
This piece uses dynamic change and harmonics to evoke the beauty and mystery of the stratosphere.
Dedicated to Stephen's wonderful wife, Ann. Grade 3.
$121.00 Price
Asturias By Albeniz Arr. Stephen Chin
$121.00
Albeniz's piece was originally written for piano, showcasing Spanish passion and brilliance. It alludes to a legend from Asturias, with Moroccan influences. The use of string techniques adds intensity to this haunting work.
It's graded at level 3.5 for string orchestra.
Asturias By Albeniz Arr. Stephen Chin
Albeniz's magnificent composition, originally written for the piano, exudes all the passion and grandeur that one would expect from Spanish music. The piece is steeped in the rich lore of an ancient legend that hails from the kingdom of Asturias, a part of Spain that the vibrant influences of Moroccan culture have touched. The performance of the piece, through string techniques such as glissandi, harmonics, tremolo, trills, pizzicato, and sul ponticello, adds to the work's already intense and colourful nature.
This piece, graded at level 3.5 for string orchestra, will leave listeners spellbound.
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Renaissance Feast By Various Composers Arr. Stephen Chin
Enjoy your food, move your body to the beat, and have fun! This amazing set of seven compositions even features a piece by Henry VIII. Intermediate musicians will appreciate the diverse range of musical styles from different regions of the Renaissance era. The homophonic writing style is ideal for developing precise intonation and consistent bowing techniques.
For String Orchestra Level 2
$121.00 Price
Fiesta Barcelona By Stephen Chin
Join the Barcelona party! This piece captures the fun and energy of the Spanish city with catchy rhythms and authentic flavour. Your ensemble will love it.
$121.00 Price
Haydn, Symphony No. 39 in G Minor 1st Movement arranged for String Orchestra by Stephen Chin...
Haydn's second symphony in a minor key is a classic Sturm und Drang piece with strong emotional changes. It's great for expanding classical repertoire and practising playing techniques in G minor.
ES 133
$132.00 Price
The Mariner’s Tale by Stephen Chin (Advanced String Orchestra)
This is a shorter version of a musical piece for string orchestra, based on a longer version for massed strings. The piece is inspired by Samuel Coleridge's poem "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner", which tells the story of a ship at sea that experiences misfortune after an albatross is killed. The work expresses feelings of loss and grace. The faster section of the piece depicts the ship being tossed around by the rough ocean.
For String Orchestra Level 4
$124.95 Price
Heart In The Highlands By Stephen Chin
'Heart in The Highlands', inspired by Robert Burns, evokes Scotland's rugged beauty with pizzicato, harmonics, dotted rhythms, and drones.
$121.00 Price
Two Traditional Folk Songs By Stephen Chin
Two contrasting works with enduring melodies. "Let All Mortal Flesh" is dynamic, from an old French folk song. The "Drunken Sailor" arrangement is a gem, highlighting all sections. A hit with younger musicians!
1. Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silent
2. Drunken Sailor
For String Orchestra Grade 1.5
$112.95 Price
The Bells of Ghengis Khan by Stephen Chin
Genghis Khan, a feared warrior, and his soldiers ride through Mongolia into China. The piece's driving rhythms and accented chords create an atmosphere of strength and awe in battle. A gentler middle section uses the pentatonic scale, perhaps as Khan rests. The work concludes with a surge of energy as he moves towards his next battle.
For String Orchestra Grade 1.5
$112.95 Price
