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Combining two well-known African-American spirituals (Chatter with the Angels and All Night, All Day), this arrangement offers the opportunity to swing or play straight eighth notes. Students will perform

Written to celebrate the universal tradition of folk song, this multi-movement suite is based on songs from China, Mexico, and Bulgaria. The piece runs an emotional gamut of nostalgic harmonies in the

Inspired by the music of Scotland, this stellar original opens with a strathspey written in a bold and majestic manner. A brief transition introduces the beautiful Scottish carol Christ Child's

Featuring string quartet and orchestra, this tour de force follows a few straggling Irish musicians (the quartet) who find themselves in a junkyard picking up scrap instruments. As the quartet begins to

From the intensity of despair and despondency to the tranquility of peace and hope, this arrangement will challenge the musical maturity of your group. The opening violin solo leads to a range of textures

Allowing students to explore a full range of expression, this arrangement further develops musicality as individuals and as an ensemble. The beautiful yet plaintive melody weaves seamlessly through several

This lively folk song celebrates early American life riding in a wagon. Spirited themes combine with engaging harmonic and rhythmic writing throughout, with engaging parts for all members of the orchestra.

Experience this poignant folk song about loneliness and desire that builds from a solitary melody to an emotional, harmony-driven climax. Smooth textures and flowing melodies meld seamlessly with dramatic

Inspired by the wildly popular New Zealand sailing song Soon May the Wellerman Come, this outstanding work takes us on an epic journey with the captain and the ship's energetic crew. Moments of