In Two Celtic Dances, each section plays the delightful melodies found in this fiddle-inspired piece. Though very easy, this setting presents the fiddle tunes 'Mari's Wedding' and 'Finnegan's Wake' in...
This piece is based on a minor version of 'Frère Jacques' as heard in Gustav Mahler's first symphony. The haunting melody and creative variations will capture the students' interest right away. The wi...
Yes! For the first time, just like the recording and in its entirety, here's The Mash for orchestra. With written-out narration, chorus parts for the string section or a choir, drumset, optional guita...
This work contains notes and rhythms in the printed music - but no tempo indication or expressive markings (such as dynamics or articulations). Those missing items are the 'music' that you, the teache...
This fierce concert piece takes the orchestra on an exciting musical journey. With strong rhythm and melodic themes, each section has the opportunity to perform important lines. Students will be chall...
A perfect rhythmic skill-builder, this exciting piece by Bob Phillips uses classic Spanish rhythms and the famous Andalusian chord progression found in the music of Spain, Central America, and South A...
Sparks by Chris M. Bernotas will light up the concert hall with energy and excitement. A variety of textures and techniques are featured while everyone in the string orchestra has an important role. S...
Special effects, pizzicato, and a variety of dynamics will make Robot Factory by Chris M. Bernotas exciting for your beginning orchestra students. The key of E minor provides a dark sound, and all sec...
King Dorian's Court by Jim Palmer will transport your beginning orchestra to the days of kings, knights and the Round Table! All sections will enjoy playing these original melodies which create a musi...