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Capture that exhilaration you feel at the start of something new! Appropriately challenging for the developing string orchestra, this concert opener provides opportunities to explore lyrical melodies,

Simple yet elegant and graceful, this lyrical work is scored for full orchestra. Beautiful harmonic changes rooted in the language of American jazz make this a rich educational experience on many levels.

A joyous celebration of life, this beautiful piece conveys a sense of adventure while reminding us to live life to its fullest. Filled with emotion and uplifting lyricism, the music urges us to dance

Inspired by the famous architectural masterpiece and its foundational waterfall, this piece depicts a day in Mill Run, Pennsylvania, from sunrise to the final glimmer of twilight. Sparkling orchestral

Inspired by the whimsical cowboy artwork of Lloyd Mitchell, this lively and engaging work captures Mitchell's cartoonish impressionistic style and romanticized notions of the Wild West. Throughout the

Conjure images of fictional and real-life heroes with this driving and powerful work for orchestra that is accessible to most high school ensembles. An excellent finale for your next concert.

This heroic and daring piece draws inspiration from the annual Highland Games in Scotland. A Celtic-sounding tune is passed through different sections of the orchestra. A secondary theme then builds to new

 From its somber beginning to the peaceful and hopeful final chord, let this hymn light the way of hope for all mankind! Excellent for displaying your orchestra's tone and musicianship.

Beginning with a string soloist of your choice (violin, viola, or cello), this piece then incorporates very accessible yet fresh harmonizations that ebb and flow with powerful dynamics. This performance

Balancing sinister themes with bold harmonies, this impressive work was inspired by a historic figure of the middle ages. Regular doublings between violin 2 and viola as well as octaves between cello and

Fear the Kraken! This intense composition evokes visions of one of the sea's most legendary monsters. Set in E minor, the work uses limited notes, careful doubling, and efficient use of bowing to

Treat your beginning string players to this triumphant and resounding march with a fanfare opening. They will use all eight notes in the scale and basic rhythms to bring about amazing harmony and

This selection inspired by the moon over the Italian coast offers a unique flavor to any concert program. Performers and audiences alike will be swept away on a European holiday as they chase La

A dramatic and intriguing piece that draws inspiration from the traditional trepak, a Ukrainian and Russian folk dance. A familiar melody is repeated throughout the piece, gradually becoming faster

Simple, poignant, and beautiful, this full orchestra arrangement is an artistic experience for both musicians and audiences. Based on an old Swedish melody also known as How Great Thou Art, this

Simple, poignant, and beautiful, this arrangement creates an artistic experience for both string orchestra and audience. Based on an old Swedish melody also known as How Great Thou Art, this

This dynamic concert opener can also be used for graduations or other ceremonial events that evoke the atmosphere of a stately processional. Based on both the concept of the Olympic games and the Olympians