The awe-inspiring legacy of the Pony Express comes alive in this audacious musical tale of one of America's greatest institutions. Conceived from a single rhythmic motif, this adrenaline-fueled work yields

Inspired by the masterful work "The Planets" by Gustav Holst, this original piece pays homage to the dramatic first movement. Using only six notes in all instruments, the music has the powerfully

Embark on a beautiful and mysterious musical safari through the Congo jungle in this riveting sonic travelog. The lively and rhythmic allegro sections bring the exotic culture to life, balanced by a

Having the sound of an epic movie soundtrack, this work was inspired by old collections of children's stories such as Aesop's Fables and Grimm's Fairy Tales. Broad, memorable themes create images that jump

Stun your students and audience with this electrifying work that uses vivid sound effects to create a thundering soundscape. You'll harness the raw power of electricity with the exciting rhythms, clever

Based on the rhythmic drive of a factory underscored with a series of musical ensemble "loops," this piece explores the combination of organic and inorganic sounds. Inventive percussive and vocal effects

Throw off the bowlines and catch the wind in your sails with this exciting musical maritime adventure. The majestic opening statement builds anticipation as the bowlines are released, and a brisk allegro

Brilliant woodwind passages, colorful percussion and strong melodic statements fuel this resounding composition, inspired by the expressive and emotionally charged music of the early Greek Orthodox Church.

This work is based on an authentic folk music tradition and oral history of a large group of Native American tribes of northeastern North America. The title is a literal translation of their name for

The innovative use of astonishing instrumental colors conveys the concept of optical prisms spinning freely while reflecting light in numerous directions. Giving a strong nod to Impressionism, the music has

Inspired by the ambiguous 1922 artwork of Swiss-German painter Paul Klee, this dark piece depicts a powerful struggle between nature and machine. The haunting melody slowly transforms as the threatening

The epic voyages of one of China's great naval admirals are depicted through the sounds of winds and percussion. A captivating pentatonic melody, immersed in vivid orchestration and colorful percussion