Orchestra works by Black Composers

This easy introduction to the blues scale features a quintessential walking bass line in low strings and piano. With a theme that reinforces F-natural, C-natural, and B-flat finger patterns, every

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

This driving and heroic piece is nonstop action from beginning to end. A bold main theme with pulsating eighth notes and biting rhythms and sharp accents creates a vivid image of heroes called to action.

Here is a fun piece for young orchestras that emulates the light character of carousel music. A great piece for introducing left-hand pizzicato as well as eighth- and sixteenth-note rhythms. High strings

This warm, lush work for early-intermediate string orchestra has simple, playable yet interesting elements for all performers. Teaching opportunities include legato and pizzicato articulations, dynamics

Take a ride on a falcon's wings with this rhythmic yet soaring piece. With lots of contrasts, this delightful composition covers a wide variety of musical concepts including accelerando. A ride worth taking

Fast-paced and aggressive, this all-around powerful work for young string players will make them sound mature beyond their abilities. This energetic piece is perfect for teaching accents, slurs, and both

Beauty and hope are on full display in this gorgeous original work. A meditation on the path one's life may take, it combines pulsing rhythms and staccato articulations with lyrical writing and even the

This fun arrangement in D major is based on an 18th-century dance tune written by escaped slave Ignatius Sancho. Each section gets a turn with the melody. Skills students will reinforce include string

Feel the intensity and anticipation of attack in this exciting work for intermediate string orchestra! A battle-march rhythm persists beneath a determined and resolute melody in the upper strings. Set in

Experience the energy and excitement of the world-famous Taiwanese night markets! Largely in minor mode, this spirited work covers a wide scope of styles. The optional percussion part will lend an authentic