Sustained, beautiful playing is perhaps the most difficult skill to teach young musicians. This original chorale at the Grade 1 level is educationally and musically rewarding. Conservative ranges, no
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Here's another of the beloved "March King's" expert works. Carefully edited for historic correctness and playability, this march edition will present this classic at its rousing best.
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A bright and delightful march that all are sure to enjoy. The tuneful and memorable melodies are just the kind that will have audiences wanting to whistle along. Performed at a steady tempo throughout, the
Clever and melodic, this fanfare, based on a popular Christmas carol, makes a wonderful opening statement for holiday concerts. The lively rhythmic impulse adds to the jovial mood of Good King
Grab the audience 's attention with this ear-pleasing toe-tapper. A perfect opener or closer for your first concert, it's also an ideal vehicle to teach march style. Professionally written, pedagogically
A delightful opportunity to feature your outstanding bass player, this work has a little of everything for everyone. The bass solo stays mostly in fourth position with lots of bow work, quick scales, and
This happy G major overture begins moderato with an abundance of dotted rhythms. First violins briefly venture to third position, and the fugal allegro gives everyone a chance to play the theme. Shifting
Mouret's famous work is arranged here like a Baroque concerto grosso, allowing you to feature soloists at an early grade level. Hooked bowings, slurs to adjacent notes, and some low-two finger patterns for
Presented here in the original key of B-flat, the waltz divides the melody among violoncello, viola, and violin 2. For the dramatic ending, violin 1 ventures into third position for the final statement of
In this sassy original work, players will to need to be on their toes to navigate the multiplicity of articulations, bowings, rhythms, dynamics, and pesky accidentals.
As the title implies, this is a foray into the world of jazz and swing for the string orchestra with optional drum set. Melodic content is shared among all sections, flat thirds and sevenths are introduced,
Cedar Hollow is a small valley (or hollow) in the Ozarks. This work captures the essence and tranquility of the area. The optional harp part will enhance the ensemble wonderfully if used. Some skillful
Beautifully voiced harmonies with an expressive melody take this lyric work to lovely musical heights. It begins in C major, with two key changes to D and G major. There is some optional third position for
A fun little piece with some creative effects, including pizzicato, glissandi, accents, harmonics, and a measure of free-for-all sliding.
A creative way to review D major patterns with your young students! Using all the notes of the scale in all parts, this medley of four folk songs includes: Oats, Peas, and Beans; Boil 'em Cabbage Down;
A traditional carol with a distinctly nontraditional approach! The familiar carol is combined with some old-time fiddling figures in the comfortable key of D major. Easy parts for violin, viola, and cello
This modern tone poem uses a myriad of special effects and articulations to tell its story. All sections are required to shift, most frequently first violins and cellos. The length and vigorous bowing
Arkansas Otter is a hornpipe imitative of the graceful swimming of an otter. The bowing challenges will be the principal focus, and the arrangement includes a familiar fiddle tune.
The keys of G major and G minor are used in this delectable paso doble. Simple shifting is required for all but second violins, and violas play a brief melodic passage in treble clef.
Experience a romantic night in Barcelona in this rhythmic workout. All players will need to subdivide for off-beat syncopation and triplets throughout the work, and all parts include shifting to upper
A perfect musical package of colorful rhythms and articulations, this Latin-style original will be eagerly grasped by your young players. The catchy melody and stylish dance style will endear your band to