Psalm 105

This rocking piece for beginning strings is based on the interval of a perfect fifth - thus the title! Students can practice easy string crossings on open strings, simple rhythms, and stepwise finger

A beatbox piece for orchestra! Beatbox percussion sounds imitate effects normally made by a drum set, and these vocal syllables are woven into the parts of each section of the orchestra. The same parts are

Abendstern evokes an image of a sunset over the tree-covered hills of the Bavarian countryside with the Abendstern (or "evening star") shining brightly over the scene. A hauntingly

This classical-sounding original work features a range of textures, dynamics, and articulation while highlighting a stately dotted motif using hooked bowing patterns throughout. Though written primarily in

Broad, noble melodies soar over brisk eighth-note ostinatos in this animated adventure in time. With melodic material spread throughout the orchestra, the uplifting G major theme brings opportunities to

Written to evoke the musical styles heard in Bollywood movie soundtracks, this work has a strong Indian folk influence. It also contains a variety of other world music, which makes the piece fresh and

This descriptive work stunningly depicts the beauty of Bainbridge Island located in the Puget Sound in Washington state. It has a "made-in-America" spirit and sound, merging the simplicity of folk song-like

Aeolian Adventure is a concert overture in pure A minor (Aeolian mode) that has a brisk, march-like tempo. The piece has a regal style, reminiscent of the compositions of Holst, Vaughn Williams,

A musical description of four of the wonders of the ancient world: the grandeur of the Temple of Artemis located in Ephesus (present-day Turkey); the majesty of the Great Lighthouse at Alexandria, Egypt;

As the title implies, the piece uses echo effects throughout. Based on the interval of a descending perfect fifth, it begins with a lush statement of the subtle "angel" theme, which is used throughout the

This Grade 1.5 piece uses staccato articulations to depict the celestial twinkling of stars in the night sky. In bright D major, players get to explore the dance-like feeling of 3/4 time with a few new

This work is a metaphor likening the mining and refining of silver to the rehearsal process, where the "raw material" is gradually honed into a sparkling, refined performance. The music starts with a murky

Though perfect for Halloween, Arachnid's Lair can be performed any time of year. The dark, subtle introduction with molto crescendos and decrescendos hint at the sinister plan an arachnid has for

Using just six notes, this work explores G major in first position using only easy quarter- and half-note rhythms. A smooth detache call and response between upper and lower string sections will help young

Arco-ology gives very beginning students the chance to play with more bow and develop good tone in their first year of playing. Opportunities are provided for all sections of the orchestra to

Arrowhead is an adventurous challenge for advancing string players featuring approachable chromatic notes, enharmonic spellings, and sixteenth-note patterns. The ABA form explores both 6/8 and 3/4

This mysterious hunt for ancient artifacts reveals important pedagogical concepts, including staccato, accents, bow lifts, pizzicato, dynamics, and fourth finger. Written in B minor with optional piano,

Take your orchestra on a soaring journey with upward-rising phrases in this original work for young players. All sections explore the key of B minor with no extended finger patterns in this exciting theme.

Hoist the sails and climb aboard for a nautical adventure! This triumphant-sounding work contains lyrical lines and warm harmonies that flow like the wind and the waves. The energizing themes are like a

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