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
Wars Of The Roses By Stephen Chin
$121.00
The Wars of the Roses was a conflict between Lancaster and York from 1455 to 1487. Composer Walter Frye wrote music during this time, including "Alas, Alas, Alas is my Chief Song," which inspired this Fantasia. The piece depicts the storms of battle and blends antiquity with contemporary style.
Fantasia on a Theme by Walter Frye (d. 1474)
for String Orchestra (Grade 3) by Stephen Chin
Wars Of The Roses By Stephen Chin
The Wars of the Roses was a brutal and protracted conflict that raged between two rival branches of English Royalty, the House of Lancaster and the House of York, from 1455 to 1487. Amidst the chaos and bloodshed, composer Walter Frye was creating exquisite church and secular music that captured the spirit of the times. This Fantasia is a musical tribute to Frye's song "Alas, Alas, Alas is my Chief Song," which is believed to be a poignant reflection on the despair and tragedy of war. The piece features a number of highly spirited sections that vividly depict the storms of battle, with soaring melodies and thunderous percussion. The blend of antiquity and contemporary style in this composition is sure to captivate both your orchestra and audience, transporting them back to a bygone era of chivalry, honour, and conflict.
Fantasia on a Theme by Walter Frye (d. 1474)
for String Orchestra (Grade 3) by Stephen Chin
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Allegro Dramatico By Mazas Arr. Stephen Chin
Mazas, a renowned composer, is known for his effective etudes and chamber ensemble works. This duet for two violins, dating back to the early 19th century, showcases the late Classical and early Romantic styles. The music is characterized by sharp rhythms and lyrical melodies, making it an excellent choice for a String Orchestra at level 3.5.
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Recuerdos De Buenos Aires By Stephen Chin
Latin-American music is vibrant! This piece is an extended tango that will make musicians sway. The title, "Reminiscences of Buenos Aires," evokes images of non-stop dancing in the Argentinean capital. String effects such as pizzicato, tremolo, glissando, and lifted-down bows add colour to this pulsating score. Invite audience members to dance while you play for a unique experience.
For String Orchestra Grade 3.5
$121.00 Price
Chin, Sarabande & Gigue (Grade 2.5)
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Canon In D By Pachelbel Arr. By Stephen Chin
Canon in D by Johann Pachelbel is a beautiful piece for string orchestra. This arrangement includes optional adaptations to suit different instruments and grade levels. A universally cherished work, now more inclusive!
$137.10 Price
Hill, Birthday Tango arranged for String Orchestra by Stephen Chin (Grade 3.5)
A captivating rendition of the popular birthday song with an exciting introduction, a slower version in a minor key, a lively variation, and a familiar major key ending. It's perfect for learning chromaticism and the G minor key.
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Twelve Enchanting Trinkets By Stephen Chin
These quirky pieces are trinkets that can spark young musicians' imaginations. They cover many techniques, such as pizzicato, staccato, harmonics, and rapid eighth notes, which can help beginning orchestras build their skills in a fun way. The memorable tunes often shared around the orchestra will indeed have your students begging for more!
1. Busy Bikes
2. Sanpan in the Clouds
3. Elephants and Fleas
4. It's Raining Diamonds
5. Very Dark Elves
6. Tibetan Trinkets
7. King Bruce's Spider
8. Nullarbor
9. Dragon Crusher
10. Magical Mandolines
11. Fuji
12. Ice Train
For String Orchestra Grade 1
$213.70 Price
