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Composed to embody the sense of American vigor and patriotism, this fast-paced and energetic fanfare features rousing brass, lively woodwind motives, and driving percussion. Using a simple motive that

Depicting an epic journey through ancient lands to find a mythical amulet, this programmatic composition will challenge and engage your performers. Using traditional harmonic and rhythmic components while

All the power and force of the Finale of Bruckner's Eighth Symphony is masterfully captured in this authentic and first-ever arrangement for string orchestra. Mature players will have the

An exciting journey through Atlantis awaits students in this original composition using notes of the B natural minor scale. Using only the notes and rhythms learned in the first year of study, this work is

Starting with a mallet percussion ostinato, this ballad will also work well as a reflective selection or as a contrasting work. Written to represent thoughts, feelings, and emotions throughout one's life,

This overture depicts the beauty and grandeur of the panoramic views from the top of Brasstown Bald, the highest point in Georgia. An opening fanfare sets the mood with a middle section based on folk tunes.

Starting robust and full in C minor, this fast-paced composition uses ostinatos with contrasting long melodic phrases and woodwind versus brass sections to develop listening and balance skills. A short

Starting with a fanfare, this overture quickly moves into a lively melody reminiscent of Holst. Varying meters and levels of rhythmic complexity create demands for mature players, while the inner parts are

Based on the carol Good King Wenceslas, this work explores a basic Latin style. This setting features your percussion section which can be expanded or limited to fit your group. Alternating between

As the name implies, this work portrays a morning run up a mountain and the feeling that comes with the wonderful vistas at the summit. With a very pleasing melody using only the notes of the D major scale

Take a sparkling ride through the snow aboard an express train headed straight for the North Pole. In this Grade 2 holiday arrangement, developing players will "travel" through several holiday tunes

This beautiful original work, written to depict friends passing the hours on a porch swing, is perfect for a beginning orchestra's first concert performance. Using only the notes on the open strings and all

Celebrate the spirit of rising above with this energetic thriller! Adversity is represented by various harmonic and rhythmic devices throughout the work and is resolved through creative reworkings of

A series of driving and interlocking rhythms under a flowing and dramatic minor melody create an exciting and intense musical experience that will be a favorite of both players and concertgoers. Spiccato

The music points to a hero rising from the mist in an uptempo theme led by percussion. This valiant section is contrasted by a lyrical theme that will give students experience with multiple styles and

This exciting and exotic-sounding work captures all the flair and drama of Flamenco music from the southern region of Spain. Based around the G minor scale, the syncopated eighth-note and snappy

This mysterious and creative work in E minor opens with all sections playing the melody in unison before transitioning to a fugue-like second half where the main theme is offset by one measure in violin 2,

This challenging concert opener or contest selection is designed to develop fundamentals of music and technical aspects of performance. With an expanded percussion section providing many colors, multiple

Inspired by NASA's Starliner, this composition offers players interesting yet easy melodic material and countermelodies that will let your students work on phrasing and balance. Short percussion solos and

Originally written for solo violin and piano, this brilliant adaptation brings the standard repertoire piece to the string orchestra! Advancing string orchestras will have the opportunity to learn basic

This lovely ballad about the winter season is perfect for teaching blend, balance, and phrasing to developing band students. With soaring melodies, beautiful harmonic moments, and gentle percussion, this is

Get your superstar bass section out of the back row and into the spotlight! The basses have the opportunity to show off their hooked bowing and dotted rhythm playing skills. But the other sections are not

A fresh and very creative reimaging of this timeless Christmas classic that is a delightful departure from the typical holiday arrangements. Very colorful chromatic harmony along with two key changes create

Feature your percussion section, or even a talented faculty member, in this novelty that uses the woodblock as a soloist. Great for developing first-year counting skills and working on balance,