This unique and interesting work is divided into three sections. It begins with a catchy, "spy-sounding" opening theme, which is contrasted with an emotional slower section, and ends with an exciting 6/8

This famous Baroque fugue is excellently arranged by Francis Grant, and appears on several state festival lists. Not only is this one superb for concerts and contests, but there's a wealth of material for

Great fun and a whole lot more! This exciting, familiar work will give new life to your rehearsals and will be a standout at any concert. Enjoy!

Here is a work of simplicity and beauty with some contemporary harmonies. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra, Volume 1 -

The title refers to the "three M's" - minor, meter, and mix - and is a dynamic piece for teaching and performing. This impressive teaching piece features a mixture of the melodic and harmonic minor forms as

An excellent rehearsal/performance selection which will be very beneficial in building maturity in your string players.

This noble theme is the Purcell tune that Benjamin Britten used as the basis for his Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra. Douglas Stroud has fashioned a short rondo for strings, using additional

Known for his thousands of film, radio, and symphonic arrangements, prolific composer Norman Leyden published this suite for string orchestra in 1971. The four brief, contrasting movements blend

Return to ancient Rome and the revolt of Spartacus! The opening signifies the harsh life of a gladiator, while a fast, energetic section pays homage to his brilliance as a military tactician. Explosive