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Go on a heroic adventure with this original concert work. Creative scoring spreads eighth-note passages around to keep the momentum moving while the long melodic lines get passed to all of the sections.

This Chinese folk song is used as a blessing for a bountiful harvest and a good year. Folk songs speak to the common person. Hardships and hope abound when we all realize that something as simple as a few

The original chart for jazz ensemble has now been realized for the young string orchestra. This bluesy, swinging piece uses a pizzicato walking bass line throughout, a written violin solo, and lots of tutti

With a heroic fanfare-like main theme and a dreamy secondary theme, this excellent concert opener is the perfect way to make an opening statement. The low strings will love showing off some power! Your

The Bow-barians are attacking! This fun and quirky title is the perfect descriptor of this original work for string orchestra. Raucous and fun-filled, each section has a turn playing the strong melody.

This heroic original work for young orchestra is a salute to the families affected by the devastating forest fires in the northern regions of Nevada and California. An optional drum set part and minor key

Hopeful, triumphant, and absolutely pleasing to listen to! This wonderful work offers an inspiring melody with beautiful scoring while remaining highly accessible. The low third finger (C natural) adds

Intertwining folk songs and Christmas carols gives this piece a unique voice! Great for expressive playing. Also reinforces dotted quarter-note/eighth-note rhythms as well as low second finger. Perfect for

Fly through the clouds in all of their various forms - flowing melodic lines, rich harmonies and expressive dynamics paint this majestic picture. An excellent teaching tool for dynamics, expressive playing

This lush and gorgeous work is every bit as warm as the title suggests and offers young musicians a chance to explore the harmonic intrigue that Nishimura is known for, allowing them to grow musically while

This work for string orchestra in overture form is perfect for all concert occasions or festival adjudications. Expressive playing and delicate articulations will stretch the dynamic range of your

Based on a true adventure story from New Zealand, this piece is ideal for historical lesson plans as well as for contest and festival performance. Young players will learn 3/4 time, dynamics, and slurred

Sprites are imaginary creatures such as elves, pixies, imps, or fairies. Imagine these tiny little creatures having a joyous time frolicking and dancing about. The opening is a lively, reel-like dance that

Unique harmonic ideas and use of ensemble color are on display in this work for developing ensembles. Explore a dark frontier while reinforcing articulations and dynamic contrast.

Purchase once and use forever - this is the complete package! With a simple press of a button, select and design technique exercises and warm-ups that are ready to print and play instantly. The single

The excitement of exploring the unknown: somewhere beyond the horizon is another experience - a new land, new people, a new culture. This work is on the upper end of Grade 1.5 and gives young players the

As the title suggests, the lyrical thematic material effortlessly dovetails from one section of the piece to the other. The melodic material is lush and flowing, while the pizzicato accompaniment gives

An exciting work for the developing string orchestra. The title suggests music that lifts and rises throughout, while also pulling back to make a complete musical statement. By its cinematic nature, the

The composer's unique harmonic style and beautifully fresh melodic lines will inspire the best of any performer. In her words: "The color is faint but the setting sun still has the power to light up the

A rich harmonic language and lush scoring make this a very pleasing and enjoyable work that paints an image of the woods that surround the composer's home. Young players will expand their overall

Festive and fun, Festive Carousel is a wonderful addition to any concert program. Work on articulations and delicate entrances with this energetic work for string orchestra.

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A beautiful, singing melody with rich harmonies and lush scoring. Students will greatly enhance their overall musicianship skills including balance, phrasing, tone, dynamics, and legato bowing. So much to

Follow Jolly Old St. Nick on his annual trip around the globe, from takeoff to navigating a treacherous snowstorm to coming through for all the kids of the world. The popular holiday classic Jolly