Original Concert Works for String Orchestra

A highly imaginative theme and variations setting of Beethoven's iconic Ode to Joy! A haunting presentation of a melody fragment features a viola solo. Highlighted with meter and key changes

This original work is a tribute to the life of Monsignor Hugh O’Flaherty, who played a significant role in saving the lives of Jews and Allied prisoners during World War II. Due to his ability to

This action-packed piece for advanced string orchestra imagines a scene straight out of a dystopian novel. Under the midnight moon, a confrontation occurs as the highly rhythmic music underscores a fierce

This multicultural piece explores world music using a unique and exciting format. Two side-by-side orchestras share one conductor, with one group performing traditional American songs and the other playing

Beginning with driving rhythms that build in intensity to a lush violin solo, the full ensemble enters and intertwines two ideas in an incredibly spectacular fashion.

"The island of saints and scholars" is an old nickname for Ireland dating back to the early Middle Ages. This original work is a reflection upon Ireland's rich and turbulent history, which can be heard in

Take your students on an auditory trip through the streets of Brazil with this challenging but fun samba. Written for string orchestra, drum set, and caxixi (a large gourd shaker), this piece provides the

Thrilling and cinematic, this piece will captivate both performers and audiences. Featuring soaring melodies, heroic themes, and driving rhythms, this Grade 4 piece is accessible to young musicians while

This work is a metaphor likening the mining and refining of silver to the rehearsal process, where the "raw material" is gradually honed into a sparkling, refined performance. The music starts with a murky

This work was commissioned by Omega, the luxury Swiss watchmaker, as they prepared to unveil two new watches. The goal was to compose music inspired by the elegance of the watches and the acoustic

A musical journey into the sparkling blue underwater world of these magical creatures.

Put on your dancing shoes and hit the streets, it's Mardi Gras in New Orleans! This funky, rhythmically contagious selection features syncopations, jazz harmonies, and a range of special techniques that

Written as a catharsis for a deep loss experienced, the composer chose to remember the positive and uplifting aspects instead of focusing on the depressing side. Beautiful brief motifs unfold in a lovely

Quantum is a contemporary symphonic work suitable for festivals, concerts, and competitions. Dynamic melodic themes are shared evenly amongst the whole orchestra, powerful rhythmic motives and a

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