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

Capture the thrill and excitement of flight with this dramatic work! Written in the keys of B minor and E minor, in 4/4 time, the music's essential features are rich chordal textures and the use of

This impressive work for developing strings features stepwise melodic lines, driving background rhythms, and bowings and fingerings that make this energetic piece easy to learn and teach. Includes optional

Based on Ron Chernow's biography of Alexander Hamilton, with music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, "Hamilton: An American Musical" has enjoyed wild acclaim since its Broadway premiere in 2015. Three of

With a high-energy groove, this work takes the orchestra on an exciting musical journey of adventures in a big city. With improvisatory-like lines, it will definitately captivate your students.

This gorgeous piece is introspective, thought provoking, and truly representative of its title. It features haunting melodies shared by all parts, lush chordal harmonies, driving rhythms, a short violin

Featuring long phrases in a slow tempo, Interlude Nightfall is a perfect composition to teach young students musicianship using dramatic harmonies. Musical imagery provides a great opportunity for

As ancient voices recall tales of forgotten glory, a sacred moment of reflection gives way to a stormy battle in the cello and bass sections and builds to a victorious key change to A minor. With just a

A treacherous storm motif acts as the undercurrent to quotes from famous water-themed compositions, including Smetana's Die Moldau, the haunting Aquarium from Saint-Sans' Carnival of

While floating through the Clouds, Rain, Thunder, and Sun, this charming multi-movement work focuses students on music literacy. A, D, and G-string notes are introduced

This dynamic and riveting work depicts an ancient battle scene or ferocious weather system. A lyrical melody contrasts with an intense rhythmic groove complete with optional percussion. A great work to