Original Concert Works for String Orchestra

Originally written for band in 1989, this work is based on the famous American hymn It Is Well with My Soul. A standard in the concert band repertoire, it has also become a concert staple for

Add a touch of Latin flair to your next program with this driving, rhythmic work. Infectious melodies combine with a touch of tango as every section gets a chance to dig in. Not for the faint of heart, yet

"Thunderstruck" is defined as being extremely surprised or shocked, which is the tone of this piece from the outset. Cinematic in nature, it hearkens back to some of the great movie scores.

This rousing piece in 6/8 time opens with a lush harmonic presentation of thematic material to set the mood before flying into a jaunty Celtic-style romp. Dedicated to the composer's wife, it reflects the

This lilting Latin piece evokes images of an evening of dancing and merriment. Care has been taken to make sure all sections of the orchestra have their turn with the melody as well as exciting harmonic and

Take a trip back to Ancient Greece with this fun and energetic work! Students will encounter two-note to six-note slurs, pizzicato, staccato and legato bowings, rhythms in 3/4 time, and dynamic contrast,

Go underground to explore the deep, dark sounds of the orchestra's lowest strings. A ponderous minor theme weaves through every section of the orchestra along with a few easy offbeat rhythms. The absence of

A wonderfully subtle and evocative opening section sets up a faster, livelier section built upon themes presented in the first section. The interesting counterpoint will keep all the players as well as the

Using the lush and modal harmonies associated with the Impressionistic period, Of Glorious Plumage depicts birds both at rest and in flight. The second part of the piece depicts glorious flocks of

This dark, rich and mysterious piece would fit perfectly on a Halloween concert or festival. This is the kind of music students love to play.

Have your beginning orchestra sounding great at their first performance with this charming piece that uses only the first six notes of the D scale. With great parts for all sections, a strong melody,

Make every week "sharp week" with your beginning string students. This clever and fun teaching piece helps students remember their sharps! Every sharp is clearly indicated to reinforce how accidentals come

Exciting and intense from start to finish, Threshold doesn't hold back. Driving and fun, the work has moments of lyrical expressiveness using only the first six notes of the D major scale.