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Once you hear this terrific march you'll wonder why it's not better known or performed more often. Composed by Louis Panella, this fine march was meant to honor the humanitarian work of the Red Cross during

This engaging piece for string orchestra is appropriate for any time of the year but is especially fun for a summer orchestra concert. Arco Polo is a musical depiction of the well-known

This stylish work is written in the traditional march form and style but is anything but traditional. The music is fresh, invigorating and thilling! A brilliant trumpeting fanfare introduces low brass

An absolute classic for strings, this version is in C major to avoid forward extensions for viola and cello. There is nothing out of first position except for a simple shift for cello and bass in a brief

The guitar music of Gaspar Sanz retains its popularity to this day. This particular excerpt for string orchestra exudes rhythmic vitality and a fascinating use of hemiola. The Spanish influence gives it a

Karl King had a knack for galops and screamers. Excelsior is a fine example of the former, yet despite the brisk

Verdi's music transcends the boundaries of its genre: an excerpt from "Aida" has become part of popular culture. This arrangement includes a significant number of bowings and fingerings to assist less

An excellent way to highlight the viola section in your orchestra. The words "hola violas" provide the samba rhythm the piece is based on. The piece is in E minor, and its harmonies are based on the

Sensitive, endearing, and enchanting - this stellar expressive work is musically mature and sensitive in nature. The difficulty comes from exposure and openness, not from technical demands. It is playable

Here's a bubbly multilevel arrangement of this seasonal favorite with a dollop of holiday tradition and a dash of contemporary rock. Middle-level students work on their spiccato skills and pass the

You can add percussionists to your orchestra. Just give them a couple wooden spoons and step back! That's because anyone can play kitchen utensils in this spooky, imaginative offering from Thom Sharp.

Dvorak's orchestral setting of the American Spiritual Going Home is a cornerstone of the symphonic repertoire. This arrangement is slightly abridged for difficulty but still contains all the

This piece was written to celebrate the Loudoun County Public Schools orchestra's inaugural school year. The tango was chosen by the students, as dance music had been their favorite music to play. Written

Chromatic passages, basic shifting, and a variety of rhythmic patterns make for a challenging romp through one of Tchaikovsky's most-loved symphonic works.

Another masterpiece from the pen of one of the greatest march composers of all time. This playable and melodic work is a fine example of his creativity and mastery of the medium. Ideal for any concert

A fresh take on this popular folk fiddle tune with some unexpected but pleasing harmonic twists. Lots of syncopated sixteenth notes make for some great rhythmic excitement that will have the crowd clapping

Perfect for that Halloween concert, this spooky piece in G minor has a good bit of divisi in the violins. There are two cello parts - one that shifts and one that does not. Special effects such as glissandi

Delibes' music for the ballet "Sylvia" was often considered more interesting than the ballet itself. The scherzettino known as Pizzicati is an excellent example of how Delibes dictated action, as