Michael Story

Three gallant tunes are intertwined to create this rollicking medley of Western movie themes that will be a favorite at your next concert. Including 'The Magnificent Seven,' 'How the West Was Won (Mai...

Engage the imagination to build expressive playing as the orchestra plays out this old story of a lost ship. Combining original material as well as the sea shanty 'Spanish Ladies,' this piece will be...

Here is a musical depiction of the classic Edgar Allan Poe short story. The cellos, basses, and optional percussion provide the image of 'the beating of his hideous heart!' Provide vivid connections f...

Designed to musically depict a large, four-hoofed animal, real or imaginary, as it wanders about, this original work will capture the imagination of your first-year students. Scored to be accessible f...

Based on a Cheyenne Indian song, this colorful piece would be a welcome addition to any concert program. The piece is scored to be accessible for students in the second half of their first year of ins...

Based on a Cheyenne Indian song, this colorful piece would be a welcome addition to any concert program. The piece is scored to be accessible for students in the second half of their first year of ins...

One of the first pieces written exclusively for bands, this movement includes a very lyrical melody reminiscent of British folk music that lends itself perfectly for orchestral use. Included is an opt...

One of the most important works of the 20th century was Stravinsky's ballet, The Firebird. The iconic 'Finale' is now accessible to young players with this effective arrangement by Michael Story. All...

This catchy, high-spirited, and great-sounding arrangement of the popular Brazilian Carnaval song features bouncy yet repetitive eighth note patterns and contrasting styles. Arranged by Michael Story,...

This exciting new work by Michael Story is based on the style of the lively 19th century Bohemian dance of the same name. It is full of contemporary sounds, stylistic contrasts, and some easy quartal...

Make your holiday concert sparkle with this great arrangement by Michael Story of Tchaikovsky's popular classic from The Nutcracker! Though a solid grade 1, this setting of 'Russian Dance' (or 'Trepak...

Make your holiday concert sparkle with this terrific new arrangement called 'Chant de Noël,' based on the popular Christmas carol 'Sing We Now of Christmas' and arranged by Michael Story. Varying text...

Varying styles and an exciting accelerando at the end make this piece a solid choice for concert or festivals. 'Korobushka' (The Peddler) is a Russian folk song and dance. It is based on a poem writte...

Zombies are everywhere these days---at least in songs, movies, and on TV! This original piece is a tip of the hat to the wildly popular sci-fi craze. Written for first year orchestra students, 'Zombie...

This piece is sure to get your students and audiences in the holiday mood. The familiar melody, straightforward rhythms, and optional percussion create a wonderful arrangement of this timeless classic...

Votre mission, si vous choisissez de l'accepter, est de vous permettre, à vous et à votre orchestre à cordes, d'apprécier cette œuvre haute en couleur. Bien qu'elle ne soit pas spécifiquement programm...

Les airs se succèdent si rapidement que tout le monde écoute attentivement pour saisir chaque changement. Maintenant, pour votre concert de printemps aventureux, voici cette version "Readers' Digest"...

This lovely Korean folk song will be a wonderful addition to any beginner program, while providing exposure to Asian culture. Arirang will help reinforce the pentatonic scale and is a familiar melody...

Last year, millions of moviegoers thrilled to Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire . This gorgeous theme from the film would be make a great Homecoming chart, or a spectacular closer to any halftime sh...

One of the most recognizable movie themes makes its return just in time for the release of Star Wars, Episode VII in late 2015. Mike Story's solidly scored arrangement will make any band sound twice i...

One of the most recognizable movie themes makes its return just in time for the release of Star Wars, Episode VII in late 2015. Mike Story's solidly scored arrangement will make any band sound twice i...

Are you looking for a set of easy and great sounding cadences or short percussion features? Well, look no further than Pop Beats for Streets! Includes 'Bang the Drum All Day,' 'Star Wars (Main Title),...