This classical-sounding original work features a range of textures, dynamics, and articulation while highlighting a stately dotted motif using hooked bowing patterns throughout. Though written primarily in
Written to evoke the musical styles heard in Bollywood movie soundtracks, this work has a strong Indian folk influence. It also contains a variety of other world music, which makes the piece fresh and
Aeolian Adventure is a concert overture in pure A minor (Aeolian mode) that has a brisk, march-like tempo. The piece has a regal style, reminiscent of the compositions of Holst, Vaughn Williams,
With driving bass lines and sweeping melodies, this piece captures the warrior ethos of our many service members and veterans of the United States Air Force. Students will love the rhythmic drive of the low
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
Driving rhythms, powerful melodies, light pizzicato, and sharp dynamic contrasts capture both the power and stealth of the anaconda in this great original work! Perfect for practicing scale technique,
As the title implies, the piece uses echo effects throughout. Based on the interval of a descending perfect fifth, it begins with a lush statement of the subtle "angel" theme, which is used throughout the
This original work features upbeat, driving rhythms and beautiful melodies. A triumphant ostinato pattern reappears throughout the piece, which is ideal for working on staccato bowing and finger patterns in
Dance with the stars! Perfect for concerts and contests, this very melodic and engaging original work has a warm dance feel. It often highlights both the upper and the lower strings through similar and
An exciting selection with Indian flavor! Fireworks are central to the traditional autumn Diwali celebration, the Hindu festival of lights. Featuring approachable rhythms and notes, this...
Hoist the sails and climb aboard for a nautical adventure! This triumphant-sounding work contains lyrical lines and warm harmonies that flow like the wind and the waves. The energizing themes are like a
The Bow-barians are attacking! This fun and quirky title is the perfect descriptor of this original work for string orchestra. Raucous and fun-filled, each section has a turn playing the strong melody.
Working with two principal motives, the composer has crafted a compelling work that steadily builds to an exciting conclusion. The included percussion parts are optional, but they definitely add to the
This exciting original work is accessible for the youngest orchestras. Rhythms are very interesting and easily taught. It's a must for contest or festival.
With the fun addition of "woofs" and percussion to spell out B-I-N-G-O, this arrangement strengthens the counting and note-reading skills of your beginning ensemble.
Images of gypsies in celebratory dance around a campfire are easily conjured up when listening to this delightful work that hearkens to Eastern Europe. Contrasting the dance-like opening, a more serious
The bass and percussion sections lay down the classic bolero groove while the rest of the orchestra takes turns playing the lazy, singing, rolling melody. Enjoy a warm, tropical feeling as the orchestra