Patriotic Music for String Orchestra

Spanning U.S. history from the revolutionary days to the first part of the 20th century, this medley begins with Yankee Doodle, originally a British march with lyrics that taunted the Colonies but

Originally a piano piece by composer F.W. Meacham written in 1885, this piece depicts the approach, passing, and fading away into the distance of a military unit. While there are many versions of this

Morton Gould's iconic 1943 set of orchestral variations on the Civil War tune When Johnny Comes Marching Home has been recorded and performed by major orchestras around the world. This truly

A rousing concert closer, this work will challenge all sections with a wide range (every part shifts), running passage work, trills, and syncopated rhythms. The B section, a lyric waltz theme, shows off the

This theme and variations on America weaves together six unique variations: view details

In this upbeat arrangement, the signature marches of the five branches of the armed forces are presented with stirring melodies for all sections, clever countermelodies, and strong, rhythmic accompaniments.

With a similar approach to his famous America, The Beautiful, Carmen Dragon's arrangement of this beloved American hymn is considered to be one of the most dramatic and effective versions ever

The famous song by William Billings from the American Revolution has been the basis of many settings. In this arrangement, the beginning students get to mix march-like rhythms with a lush and full chorale

As the nation commemorates 150 years since the Civil War, here is an appealing medley for young players that uses music of the period. The bugle call Taps originated during the Civil War and is

With its heartfelt message and appealing gospel flavor, this Oscar Peterson composition has been embraced by choirs throughout the world. This band arrangement matches the classic original and can be

The 20th century was Irving Berlin's own, and his music was America's music - and still is! This spectacular 10-minute medley for choir and piano, with optional band or full orchestra accompaniment,

As a poem, Lift Every Voice and Sing was originally performed for Booker T. Washington in 1900. Later set to music, it is sometimes called the "African-American National Anthem." This setting

Using seven songs connected with Abraham Lincoln during his life along with narration taken primarily from Lincoln's own words and those of his contemporaries, this dramatic masterpiece spotlights Lincoln's

This patriotic classic introduces basic march style and provides many teaching opportunities! It reinforces high 2 and low 2 while the melody moves around the orchestra.

A moving tribute to the people we admire, whether it be family members, role models, or those serving our country, this piece in E minor uses easy rhythms, pizzicato, some divisi in the cello part, and a