"Apache" is an original composition designed to reinforce the use of low 2nd finger in the violin and viola sections. It also gives students the opportunity to musically apply legato, staccato, and accented
An exceptionally fine contribution to the literature for very young instrumentalists. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD, Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra Volume 1,
Students are challenged with numerous string crossings, large intervals and pizzicato passages that musically describe dancing grasshoppers.
The mighty army of Attila the Hun is once again on the move with this aggressive yet masterfully crafted work! Melodies both powerful and tender come together to create a memorable musical experience. Fun
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Scored in D major, this winning march for first-year strings opens and ends with dramatic pyramid entrances from the bottom up -- cellos and basses first, then violas, then 2nd Violins, and finally 1st
In the tradition of great wind band marches like British Eighth and Colonel Bogey, this original British march is intended for beginning orchestra. Students in their first year will find
This original piece, written in the style of an American fiddle tune, features a favorite technique of young players: open-stringed double stops! While exploring bowing levels, students will find bold
An original composition in the style of a dance jig, this work is tuneful, upbeat and fun! Every section of the orchestra gets a chance to shine and play some melodic material. It is is a great piece for
Your strings will enjoy the chance to paint this musical picture! Composer and arranger John Caponegro is well known for his fine writing for young string players. Recorded by Michigan State University
In her first published work, Wisconsin string teacher Sarah Siegler has created an intriguing and engaging work for young strings. This fun and mysterious minor waltz portrays a sense of taking a chance on
This sparkling, energetic original work for young players is patterned after the classic compositional style of Mozart. It's perfect for propelling your students up to the next level of difficulty, while