Pop and Show Selections

In this arrangement of the Van Halen hit, the key has been lowered to A major for better playability. The tempo is brisk yet very attainable. Arranger Mark Wood writes: "As a string player, I was enamored

Jonathan Batiste's Grammy-award-winning anthem to freedom comes to life in this sparkling G major string orchestra arrangement by Paul Murtha. With all the verve and spirit of the original, you'll soon have

An exciting piece for solo violin with string orchestra, originally composed for the television broadcast of the Tour de France. Imagine dozens of bicyclists racing down a mountain road at top speed - the

Visualize flying while improvising with this original piece. Combining classical and rock styles this is a vehicle for musicians to spread their wings and learn the art of composing on the spot. (4:00)

Mark Wood's multi-level arrangement of Any Way You Want It / Don't Stop Believin' showcases fun rock styles and classical technique. Right from the first notes with the anticipated first rhythm to

This exciting piece for string orchestra and drum set explores themes of Norse mythology. Using a variety of extended techniques for strings, double-bass drum patterns on the drum set, and a multitude of

From the Disney animated feature "Mulan," this is the beautiful ballad sung by Mulan, the main character. Another lovely melodic composition that will challenge more advanced string orchestra ensembles.

2014 marks the 75th anniversary of "The Wizard of Oz." Relive the cinematic masterpiece through this fast-paced miniature re-creation, punctuated by points of narration, in a whirlwind journey over the

From one of the most powerful and successful Broadway musicals in recent years, Stephen Schwartz's "Wicked" features a magnificent array of songs filled with grit as well as humor. One of the show's high