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The title is a pun on exploring new territory and the power of earthmoving equipment. The arresting key of G minor, the strong themes, and the incessant use of down-bows suggest the driving force of these kinds of groundbreakers.

Grounder Breaker

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We all love our pets, and every day seems to bring a new set of adventures! Presto Puppies features rising scale patterns and some surprising dissonances. Cantabile Kitties expresses the more subdued nature of our feline friends. Intervals of the major seventh recall a kitten lazily sprawling out and yawning. Con Brio Birdies depicts the chattering of birds with repeated quavers and soft dissonances. Fun harmonics, regular pizzicato, left-hand pizzicato, and Bartok pizzicato appear throughout the suite.

Pets

Embark on a serene and captivating musical voyage to Kyoto with Two Silk Screens from Kyoto by Stephen Chin, an evocative string orchestra piece that beautifully captures the essence of Japanese culture. Inspired by the delicate art of silk screening, this composition weaves together graceful melodies and intricate harmonies, transporting listeners to the tranquil landscapes of ancient Kyoto. Immerse yourself in the elegant beauty and meditative ambiance of Two Silk Screens from Kyoto, allowing the strings to paint vivid images of cherry blossoms and whispered serenity in your mind.

Two Silk Screens from Kyoto

Whether you are dancing without boundaries, creating something inspirational, or even putting all your energy into a vigorous gym class, the sensation of being propelled forward to a positive place is the inspiration for this work. Driving rhythms, vividly contrasting textures, and a range of carefully crafted melodic lines underpin the work.

Perpetuum Vigorem

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the seven natural wonders of the world and can be seen from outer space. This work is a musical impression of the incredible contrasts of colors between the coral formations and the astounding diversity of fish, shellfish, crustaceans, and plants – sustained bows for vastness, bass soli for whales, harmonics for sparkling sea creatures, playful ricochet for darting small fish and more for your imagination to ponder.

Barrier Reef

This is the second of the Haydn symphonies in a minor key. It is a classic Sturm und Drang and accordingly reflects strong changes of emotion. An excellent choice for expanding classical repertoire as well as reinforcing classical playing techniques and playing in the key of G minor.

Symphony No. 39 in G Minor

The overture to "Cesare in Farmacusa," an opera that tells of the boy Julius Caesar's journey by sea in a treacherous storm to Farmacusa, near Sicily. The plot abounds with pirates, gypsy lovers, and of course, Roman gods, all of which provided much entertainment to the audiences at the time.

La Tempesta di Mare

Ignite a musical journey for young string players with a delightful composition crafted specifically for beginning string orchestras. This accessible and engaging piece introduces students to the fundamentals of ensemble playing while instilling a sense of joy and accomplishment. With its catchy melodies, harmonious interactions, and expressive dynamics, it shines a spotlight on the potential of aspiring musicians, illuminating their path towards musical excellence.

A Trio of Lights

Haydn's output of 104 symphonies is truly one of the great marvels in music. His adoring audiences waited with anticipation for the next symphony to be written as each was unique and imparted elements of exceptional beauty, vigor, quirkiness, and surprise. Symphony No. 60 demonstrates this so well: it is somewhat the "Surprise" Symphony before its time! This arrangement for strings is faithful to the original with the added features of sharing the melodic lines, a slight editing of a few bars of the bass part, a violin 3 part, and a keyboard realization. It is also an excellent way to develop Classical-style spiccato in more advanced players.

Symphony No. 60

This spirited work reflects on what we may experience when we run.  It could be exhilaration, excitement, fright or a whole range of sentiments.  It also can give some of us a great sense of achievement as we set goals for a personal best or even catching that bus that we might have missed! The more reflective sections are moments of rest and contemplation as we regard the world around us.

Known as the "Mourning Symphony", this arrangement of one of Haydn's "Sturm und Drang" (Storm and Stress) symphonies is faithful to the original and is a great example of this turbulent and dramatic style.  Melodic and textural interest is shared extensively throughout the parts. Haydn certainly gave all his musicians a feast and plenty to do as they entertained Prince Nikolaus Esterhazy in his remote Austrian palace in 1772. This arrangement includes a violin 3 and fully realised keyboard parts.

Symphony No. 44 "The Mourning"

Xanadu is the third and final work in the series containing The Bells of Ghengis Khan and Battle at the Great Wall.  Kubla Khan, the grandson of Ghengis Khan, was by contrast a leader who was interested in the finer aspects of living such as literature, music and calligraphy.  Clashing chords, piquant harmonies and a wide range of accessible string effects will ignite much enthusiasm in younger players.

Xanadu

Ghengis Khan was one of the the most feared warriors ever.  In this piece, one can just picture him and his soldiers riding across the plains of Mongolia into China.  The driving rhythms, parallel fifths and heavily accented chords all create an atmosphere strength and awe whilst in battle.  The middle section uses the pentatonic scale to convey a gentler side to this daunting figure, perhaps as he rests at night in his tent.  The work concludes with much energy as Ghengis Khan moves ferociously on to his next battle.

The Bells of Ghengis Khan

These charming pieces from the pen of the brilliant pianist Daniel Steibelt (1765 - 1823) reflect the poise and vivacity of Classical period music. The melody in the Andante explores the sonorities of legato string playing. Students will love lifting their bows for the crotchet-minim theme in the Allegro con brio. The E minor middle section allows the firsts to really show off! The melodic line is effectively shared throughout.

Andante and Allegro

Full of edgy rhythms and fiery melodic motifs, this original work for string orchestra will bring dramatic energy to any concert program!

White Heat

Carl Bohm (1844 - 1920) was a renowned teacher and composer of effective works for developing violinists.  His famous "Moto Perpetuo" is played by nearly every violinist.  The "Galop" is a similar piece but has a lyrical middle section which, in this arrangement, features the cellos.  The double semiquavers will certainly appeal to players who like to show off!  Some of the work is shared around so that everybody has a chance to shine.

Advance Australia Fair

Get ready for an adventure!  You can almost feel the chill of the wind and the icy sea spray in your face as this dynamic piece unfolds.  Effects such as high pitched first position harmonics, sul ponticello and arco/pizz on the one part add to the sea-faring atmosphere. The repeated quavers, which may be played on or off the string, keep the sense of a voyage underway. You can just imagine the wonders of the Northern Lights in the middle part. Sections of the ensemble can hardly wait their turn to play the gorgeous melodies that abound in this dynamic work.

North Sea Voyage

The Emperor Zhou reigned in China around the ninth century BC during the period generally considered to be the genesis of the I Ching - a series of divination texts that can help interpret thoughts and dreams. In the Dreams of Zhou starts with an expanse of harmonics that shroud a truly plaintive melody. This leads into an energetic section that evokes many aspects of what one would imagine to be a vibrant life in ancient China. At one point all the main themes are combined to create a truly dreamlike state. The work concludes with thrilling cascades of repeated sixteenth notes.

In the Dreams of Zhou

For generations the words of the Irish Blessing with its reference to the land, our children and to the people who shape our lives, has inspired so many people.  This three movement work scored for strings, SSAA choir and even optional bagpipes is sure to make an impact on your players and audience alike.

The Irish Blessing

String Orchestra Score & Parts with SSAA choir, opt. bagpipes

Finally, an arrangement for strings, percussion and voice of four of the most memorable Australian folk tunes that everyone can play and sing!  The vocal part may be sung by a soloist, unison choir or even by the audience as a sing-a-long.  All the lyrics have been set but the work may also be played as a purely instrumental work.

Four Australian Folk Songs

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