StringTracks XIV
Recorded by Highland High School Symphony Orchestra, Gilbert, AZ, William Bitter, Director.
American Gaelic  
by Shirl Jae Atwell
Grade 3 • 3:30 • $38.00 • SO181C
Based on an Irish Fiddle tune brought to the U.S., this high-energy piece is fun for all players! It’s in A minor and doesn’t require shifting except for a few spots in the bass part.

Deerpath Triptych  
by William Hofeldt
Grade 3 • 7:25 • $38.00 • SO182C
Three contrasting movements entitled, Open Lands, Lake Brave, and The Hunt comprise Mr. Hofeldt’s newest work.

The Game  
by Brendan McBrien
Grade 4 • 3:05 • $38.00 • SO183C
A programmatic work depicting the interplay between opponents during the composer’s favorite board game, “Risk.” Ponticello, collegno, and other special techniques are employed.

An Irish Air  
arr. Terry McQuilkin
Grade 2 1/2 • 2:35 • $35.00 • SO188C
Beautifully scored, Dr. McQuilkin has selected With My Love on the Road, also known as Be Thou My Vision, for this special arrangement.

Go Tell It On The Mountain – Yeah!  
arr. Deborah Baker Monday
Grade 11/2 • 2:00 • $35.00 • SO184C
This favorite holiday spiritual, with a jazzy flair, is perfect for young or less experienced orchestras!

Bold Venture  
by M. L. Daniels
Grade 4 • 3:00 • $38.00 • SO178C
Winner of the 2000 ASTA with NSOA Merle J. Isaac Composition Contest, Bold Venture captures rhythmic vitality and melodic verve throughout.

Motif  
by Shirl Jae Atwell
Grade 3 1/2 • 3:25 • $38.00 • SO186C
Once you have heard Motif, you will remember it! Motif is jazzy and includes syncopated passages for everyone. A sure favorite with all players!

Sanseneon  
by Robert S. Frost
Grade 4 • 4:30 •$38.00 • SO179C
This original work is destined for contest and festival repertoire lists. It was commissioned by the Ohio Music Educators Association Dist. II Jr. High Festival Committee.

The Texians  
by Carold Nunez
Grade 5 • 4:00 • $38.00 • SO162C
Frequent meter changes combined with a brisk tempo ensures an exhilarating selection for advanced orchestras.

Mars Hill (Full or String Orch.)   Full         String
by Doris Gazda
Grade 3 1/2 • 5:10 • $50.00
O-1078C (Full Orch.) • SO177C (Strings Orch.)
Ideal for either full or string orchestra. Complete sets are provided for full orchestra instrumentation. Mars Hill is named after the hill in Flagstaff, AZ, where Lowell Observatory stands.

 

KJOS FAVORITES
For Strings & more...

Gymnopedie No. 1 
for Strings & Harp (or Piano)
Erik Satie / Robert Klotman
Grade 3 • 2:45 • $35.00 • GSO37C

Babes In Toyland  
for Strings & Piano
Victor Herbert / James "Red" McLeod
Grade 3 • 2:50 • $35:00 • GSO32C

Desert Chimes  
for Strings & Optional Chimes
by Doris Gazda
Grade 3 • 3:10 • $35.00 • SO131C

Adelante! Adelante!  
for Strings & Percussion
by Chuck Elledge
Grade 5 • 6:15 • $45.00 • GSO29C

For Full Orchestra...

A Hectic Overture 
by John Lloyd
Grade 3 1/2 • 2:55 • $45.00 • O-1073C

Prophets Dance  
by Kirt N. Mosier
Grade 5 • 5:30 • $55.00 • O-1071C

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