Danza da Ballo translates to dance in a lively or spirited style. This effective, highly rhythmic work utilizes multi-meters to generate a high level of rhythmic excitement. There's a string
Ironwork alludes to both the heavy metal music genre and the art of blacksmithing, an ancient craft from prehistoric times. The opening unison riff is a great exercise in the Locrian mode, and the
With his symphonic, choral, and operatic works, the continuing popularity of Eric Whitacre's dramatic and evocative music is evident in concert programming everywhere. October, one of his most
This great arrangement of the famous diamond commercial includes just the first movement of Karl Jenkins' original suite. Skilled scoring for developing groups puts this memorable theme well within
Opening with a catchy theme, this work explores countermelodies as well as recurrences of the theme. Syncopated rhythms are common and are aided by running eighth notes that help subdivide the pattern. It's
Passionate expression abounds in this Latin-inspired original, subtitled River of Fire. The dynamic, tempo, and textural contrasts and soloistic opportunities will provide great material for
Reminiscent of film scores of old, this wonderfully expressive work contains a lot of teachable material and passionate melodies to inspire your students and audiences.