Mark 12

Mozart's effervescent brilliance and perfection of the Classical form are evident in this movement, written in 1775 for wind sextet. The included bowings and fingerings help make this wind piece a natural

A chirping three-note figure flits antiphonally among the upper strings before taking off into an extended melody for the viola and cello. Each part alternates freely between melody and accompaniment using

Inspired by the autobiography Chinese Cinderella, this spirited and unique string work incorporates a pentatonic scale to help paint a picture of a young Chinese woman who struggles to find acceptance in a

Bring out the confidence and ambition in your orchestra with this exciting work for strings! The main theme is stated boldly at the beginning before transitioning to a reflective middle section. This builds

Traditionally performed in Coventry, England as part of a mystery play, this carol dates back to the 16th century. The author of the music is unknown, but provides one of the best known examples of the

This "throwback"-style string work was inspired by the many great can-cans, galops, and quick-steps that populate the music repertoire. This work strongly exemplifies the interplay of drama and humor that

Originally written for handbell choir, this string orchestra setting uses dorian mode, very catchy melodies, and infectious asymmetric rhythms to create a compelling and memorable listening experience. This

Contains two old fiddle tunes named Rakes of Mallow and Red Wing. The arranger has created a fun musical environment that has lots of unexpected tunes and touches popping up throughout the

From its opening power rock chords to its strong finish, Drive races forward, alternating between syncopated rhythms and soaring melodies. Starting in A minor and modulating to B minor, two

Marked "Heavy Speed Metal," this piece is an intense cello and bass driven rocker that makes the "string metal" genre accessible to younger players. This exciting, edgy work adapts heavy metal guitar

This gorgeous piece is introspective, thought provoking, and truly representative of its title. It features haunting melodies shared by all parts, lush chordal harmonies, driving rhythms, a short violin

Ironwork alludes to both the heavy metal music genre and the art of blacksmithing, an ancient craft from prehistoric times. The opening unison riff is a great exercise in the Locrian mode, and the

Guaranteed to delight your performers and audience alike, this rousing arrangement of Joy to the World is combined with an original American hoe-down-style tune, providing a fresh setting of

Initially written for military band, the first movement of Holst's "Second Suite in F" comprises three British folk tunes which were originally performed on string instruments. The key has been changed

Quick and lively, Moorish Dance comes at the beginning of Act II of of the famous Verdi opera "Aida." This well-constructed arrangement for strings will work as a snappy opener or an exciting

Odessa, the third largest city in the Ukraine, is a major seaport and transportation hub located on the northwestern shore of the Black Sea. Always busy with activity, the energy of this important city is

This French carol tells the Christmas story from the perspective of shepherds out in the field playing simple instruments. Beginning with a rhythmic drone in the low strings, countermelodies and

When "The Rite of Spring" was first performed in Paris in 1913, it created shock waves not only in the theater where it was performed, but throughout the world of music. It is one of the most revolutionary

An arrangement of the first movement from Franz Schubert's original composition for violin and piano (op. 137, D. 384), composed in 1816 when he was just 20 years old. The petite and intimate nature of the

The originality of the composer's thought process and compositional approach is clearly evident in this meditation on the nature of time as it intersects with transcendent musical moments. Long ropes of

Inspired by the music of a ghost show on TV, the composer borrowed a fragment of the chord progression he heard and used it as the basis to create this composition. Techniques that give the work interest

With Fire features a blazing tempo, liberal use of pointillistic technique, extremes of range and dynamics, and driving rhythms and accents that push the piece forward with intensity. If your

Capturing the feel of the undead creeping ever closer, the composer has incorporated a variety of non-traditional string techniques, including playing behind the bridge, glissando, and instrument body