This magnificent and meticulously presented arrangement includes the gorgeous opening in the original key of E-flat major, the exciting C minor imitative, and the transitional section arriving at the iconic
Immerse yourself in the tapestry of Mexico's rich musical heritage with this captivating piece for string orchestra. The opening adagio will pull at your heartstrings, while the contrasting dance-like
All the power and force of the Finale of Bruckner's Eighth Symphony is masterfully captured in this authentic and first-ever arrangement for string orchestra. Mature players will have the
A hauntingly beautiful and descriptive work for advanced chamber orchestra that depicts various scenes one might envision in the mythical city of Aztlan from Aztec legend.
A tense and driving opening theme fueled by dissonance, pulsing eighth notes, and eighth-note accents contrasts with a smooth and legato B theme to create this exciting original work that explores the full
This unique piece was written as a gift for the composer's wife, a concert pianist. Written in the style of a big band chart, it provides the chamber orchestra something charming and different, including
This lively work for two-mallet marimba with string accompaniment offers the soloist an opportunity to be technically challenged as well as melodically expressive. The listener will enjoy the rhythmic
This lively work for violin with string accompaniment offers the soloist an opportunity to be technically challenged as well as melodically expressive. The listener will enjoy the rhythmic
The joy of Christmas is reflected in this waltz by the Russian master of the form. It is the last of a set of twelve character pieces for solo piano, each named for its month of publication and reflecting
Intense, wild, and energetic – all sections are offered a lot of action, musical energy, and technical challenges. Performers and audiences will surely enjoy the rapid-fire sixteenth-note passages
Embark on a sonic expedition through the majestic wonders of nature with this breathtaking composition for piano and string orchestra. Inspired by the landscapes of Yellowstone National Park, this
An improvisatory work for solo oboe and string orchestra, this is very expressive and allows a lot of freedom for interpretation. Technical issues, besides some range demands, are only moderately
This exciting piece for string orchestra and drum set explores themes of Norse mythology. Using a variety of extended techniques for strings, double-bass drum patterns on the drum set, and a multitude of
The overture to "Cesare in Farmacusa," an opera that tells of the boy Julius Caesar's journey by sea in a treacherous storm to Farmacusa, near Sicily. The plot abounds with pirates, gypsy lovers, and of
This fanfare, set in a simple ABA form, includes a setting of the hymn Praise to the Lord, the Almighty presented exclusively in the organ. Countermelodies and motifs are introduced throughout the
The Luberon is a group of mountain ranges in central Provence in the south of France. It comprises the Lesser Luberon (Petit Luberon), the Greater Luberon (Grand Luberon) and the
A driving and relentless theme pulsates throughout the entire work, with release only coming at the end. Lots of rhythmical studies, especially sixteenth notes and plenty of staccato accents. All sections
High wire from start to finish, this one cooks! Take your audience on a wild and rocky ride with this fast-paced and fun work for the advancing string orchestra. It's cinematic and full of wonderful
Metalfare is a fanfare for symphony orchestra. It is the winner of Helsinki University Symphony Orchestra's composition contest in honor of its 85th anniversary.