Surrounded by the sea Ireland has historically relied on its ships as a means of transportation trade fishing and exploration. Soon Hee Newbold uses various instruments to convey the rocking of the boats as well as the waves in the water. The celtic melody shines throughout over an occasional drone in the bass voices. A pizzicato section adds color and intensity to this vibrant work for string…

This dynamic fiddlin' piece will be a huge hit with your students and audience! Soon Hee Newbold draws from her diverse experiences as a violinist to offer a work that is much easier to perform than it sounds. Everyone gets in on the action. Highly recommended!

Inspired by myths legends and fairy tales Soon Hee Newbold has written this masterpiece which is infused with unique harmonies and driving melodies. The different sections performed without pause include Once Upon a Time Fantasy and Final Victory. It is sure to spark the imagination of your students as they relive some of the most epic tales ever told!

Crystal balls hoop earings and traveling caravans are some common images associated with Gypsies. Soon Hee Newbold brings these images to life in this exciting new work in the style of Hungarian dances and traditional gypsy music. Inspired by classic violin pieces such as Tzigane and Csárdás A Gypsy Tale is sure to become a favorite with your developing string players. Optional trills and grace…

Soon Hee Newbold captures the medieval spirit with a contemporary sound in this powerful new work inspired by tales of heroic knights. The different sections are titled: Castle Court Cathedral Hymn and Tournament Battle. Highly programmatic and exciting this is sure to be a favorite of directors around the country! (3:03)

Your young orchestra will sound rich and mature with this new lyrical work by Soon Hee Newbold. Reminiscent of traditional hymns and popular folk tunes this work uses legato and staccato passages to portray scenic views of nature trails flowing rivers and wildflowers. A wonderful selection that will add a lot of depth to the sound of your ensemble! (2:00)

D Position-Written by a team of pedagogues representing each of the four stringed instruments this exciting new comprehensive string method includes many 'new directions ' including equal integration of all instruments and a tetrachord-based approach to support proper development of the left hand. Discover the abundance of assessment opportunities attention to bow control and the incredible mus…

Written by a team of pedagogues representing each of the four stringed instruments this exciting new comprehensive string method includes many 'new directions ' including equal integration of all instruments and a tetrachord-based approach to support proper development of the left hand. Discover the abundance of assessment opportunities attention to bow control and the incredible music that wil…

New Directions For Strings: (Piano Accompaniments)-The Book 2 Piano Accompaniments book from New Directions for Strings presents piano accompaniments for applicable pieces and exercises from the instrumental books. The Piano accompaniments can provide helpful guidance for teaching beginning string players. The format includes a cue line to provide the teacher or pianist with a visual guide of the …

Written by a team of pedagogues representing each of the four stringed instruments this exciting new comprehensive string method includes many 'new directions ' including equal integration of all instruments and a tetrachord-based approach to support proper development of the left hand. Discover the abundance of assessment opportunities attention to bow control and the incredible music that wil…