This stately processional with a Renaissance feel allows developing students to explore the sound of D minor while avoiding any B flats. Optional percussion adds courtly airs to this regal melody for
This regal processional from Handel's opera "Scipione" is also well known as the regimental march of the British Grenadier Guards. This simplified arrangement for developing players builds confidence in
You'll hear the emotion in this piece from start to finish. It's lush, pensive, and has a multitude of places for students to push and pull the tempo and phrase for great musical effect. A wonderful
Even your youngest players can share their holiday spirit with this outstanding arrangement of the popular Ukrainian Bell Carol. The simple four-note theme is written in E minor and stays in first
With its serious and regal demeanor, "resolute" is the perfect description for this work. The wonderful contrapuntal section will give students the opportunity to work on their independent musicianship. A
A fun and playable orchestra piece in the style of 1950s rock and roll! Students will enjoy the characteristic walking bass line, easy syncopation, and optional drum set that adds rhythmic flair. Rosin up
Beethoven’s Romance in G Major was originally penned as a solo violin work with orchestra. In this arrangement, it has been craftily reworked for two violins and string orchestra. It
This fun, alternative-style original works great with beginning strings and sounds much harder than it is. Students will love the energetic rock beat! The suggested drum part really drives the piece.
High spirited and energetic, this original work reflects the excitement and festivities surrounding round-up time in the old West. Excellent use of special effects (col legno, left hand pizzicato,
Geared to beginners, Royal Promenade uses only quarter-note and quarter-rest rhythms in D major. Thematic repetition and contrasting dynamics and articulations make this piece easy to learn
Played mostly pizzicato, this spirited arrangement of an Israeli folksong is really fun to play. Even in cut-time, it's still accessible for middle school groups and will add variety to December holiday
How does Santa spend Spring Break? With Vivaldi of course! Audiences and musicians will love this clever and well-scored mash-up of favorite holiday tunes intertwined with Spring from
Three classic sea shanties are presented in three movements that can be performed together or separately. A wonderful exercise in 6/8 rhythms, these arrangements are a fun and engaging addition to your next
This compelling work captures the grandeur and imagery of Sequoia National Park. The hymnlike theme is powerful and yet relatively simple, nicely suited to intermediate students. It provides a great
This carefree yet majestic-sounding work was likely written to be enjoyed at an evening party in Vienna. It's been arranged with optional timpani to be played seamlessly by a traditional string orchestra.