Isaiah.49

Four short movements from the works of Bach are compiled here in a suite that encompasses many of the styles commonly performed in the Baroque period. The movements are March, Chorale, Minuet,

Embody the warrior spirit! With heavy articulations and driving rhythms, the piece should be played mostly in the lower half of the bow with strong accents and attention to articulation markings. There's a

Working with two principal motives, the composer has crafted a compelling work that steadily builds to an exciting conclusion. The included percussion parts are optional, but they definitely add to the

Written in a neoromantic style, this Grade 3 string work features a legato melody that weaves through every section of the orchestra. Beautiful minor harmonies include some third position in first violin, a

Cleverly combining the holiday favorites We Three Kings and Carol of the Bells, this very accessible arrangement gives all sections the opportunity to perform the melody. The piece

Sweeping melodies punctuated by energetic rhythmic motives make this original overture perfect for concert and contest. Observing traditional overture form, the main theme is set first as a chorale, then in

A chirping three-note figure flits antiphonally among the upper strings before taking off into an extended melody for the viola and cello. Each part alternates freely between melody and accompaniment using

Composed by a professional bluegrass performer, this stunning quasi-bluegrass work for advanced ensembles will be a welcome addition to standard string orchestra repertoire. Optional techniques in this work

Practice playing swing style! Written in 12-bar blues form, this piece follows the traditional jazz solo chorus format that gives every section a chance to shine. A fun and exciting piece for performers and

Images of gypsies in celebratory dance around a campfire are easily conjured up when listening to this delightful work that hearkens to Eastern Europe. Contrasting the dance-like opening, a more serious

Inspired by the autobiography Chinese Cinderella, this spirited and unique string work incorporates a pentatonic scale to help paint a picture of a young Chinese woman who struggles to find acceptance in a

A kaleidoscope of images from a confectionery is captured here in this very fun musical excursion. "Like a kid in a candy shop", this piece will have your students delighting in the aural treats and clever

Catalonia (the northeastern region of Spain) boasts a long and varied history of music making. This work taps into that deep well of inspiration to create a rich and musical setting for strings. It utilizes

In this uplifting piece, your beginning cello section gets a chance to shine! The cello section plays first, introducing the main theme for the other sections, and then introduces changing rhythms as the

In her first published work, Wisconsin string teacher Sarah Siegler has created an intriguing and engaging work for young strings. This fun and mysterious minor waltz portrays a sense of taking a chance on