The Silver Forest By Stephen Chin
In a snowy, mythical forest, knights ride fiercely, battling dark forces. Your orchestra will enjoy the haunting melodies and thrilling momentum.
For String Orchestra Grade 1.5
$112.95 Price
Caprice 24 by Paganini arr. Stephen Chin
$121.00
Nicolo Paganini was an exceptional violinist, and this particular piece is the final one in a series of caprices that represent the pinnacle of violin technique. It has inspired other great composers such as Rachmaninov. This arrangement preserves the melody, harmony, and structure, allowing players of all levels to experience and appreciate the beauty of Paganini's work.
For String Orchestra Grade 3.5
Caprice 24 by Paganini arr. Stephen Chin
Nicolo Paganini, the renowned Italian violinist, has been widely recognized as the most extraordinary musician who ever lived. His exceptional talent has been acknowledged by music aficionados all over the world, and only a select few violinists of today possess the ability to play some of his most complex works. This piece, the final one in a series of caprices, represents the pinnacle of violin playing technique. Its intricacies and challenges have made it a cornerstone of classical music, inspiring other great composers such as Rachmaninov.
In this particular arrangement, some of the overwhelming difficulties have been modified to make it more accessible to developing players. However, the melodic, harmonic, and formal qualities that make this piece a masterpiece have been preserved. This allows players of all levels to experience and appreciate the beauty of Paganini's work while still recognizing its technical mastery.
For String Orchestra Grade 3.5
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Two Dances from the German Baroque by Pachelbel et al arr. Stephen Chin
Pachelbel's most famous work is "Canon in D," but he also composed many other pieces, including concerti, keyboard suites, and organ compositions. The Sarabande features a circle of fifths bass with varied sections. Bohm's Rigaudon is a lively Baroque dance.
1. Sarabande
2. Rigadoun
For String Orchestra Grade 1.5
$112.95 Price
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
La Follia By Corelli Arr Stephen Chin
Arcangelo Corelli (1653 - 1713) was a Baroque composer who set the standard for musical composition in his time. This piece is based on the last of his opus five violin sonatas, which includes twenty-four variations on the Spanish melody "La Follia". The arrangement presents five variations after the theme is introduced, with each upper-string section playing the tune fully against Corelli's original figurations. The main theme returns in an opulent manner.
For String Orchestra Grade 3
$121.00 Price
A Dozen Dazzlers By Stephen Chin
Simple music pieces with call-response writing can help beginners become confident playing in a full-string orchestra. Downloadable recorded accompaniments let students practice at their own pace. Teachers can use these pieces to transition students from solo playing to joining a string orchestra.
1. Scooter Ride | 8. Hymn |
2. Two’s Company | 9a. Open String Czardas |
3. Lament | 9b. Harmonic Czardas |
4. Windmills | 10. Siberian Shivers |
5. Topsy Turvy | 11. Cycle Circuit |
6. Innocence | 12. Mango Tango |
7. Sun Shower |
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For String Orchestra Grade 0.5-1
$185.48 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
Sunrise at Kakadu & Twilight Trek by Stephen Chin
Kakadu National Park is known for its wildlife. One piece depicts sunrise over the water with improvisation. "Twilight Trek," the second piece, conveys a journey of adventure on foot with staccato notes, pizzicato melodies, and sudden fortes.
1. Sunrise at Kakadu
2. Twilight Trek
For String Orchestra Grade 1
$121.00 Price
