Spotlight one of the first known classical composers of African ancestry with this incredible arrangement showcasing the music of Bologne, a Black contemporary of Mozart. Developing string players will be

Intended to evoke the feel of a seductive dance, the use of asymmetrical meter and a slightly Spanish flavor will add exoticism to any concert program. Optional percussion (castanet, vibraslap, triangle and

The composer's unique harmonic style and beautifully fresh melodic lines will inspire the best of any performer. In her words: "The color is faint but the setting sun still has the power to light up the

This fresh and joyous piece is sure to bring some winter cheer to your audience. Optional percussion parts pair with tuneful melodies to give this work a unique charm that is both engaging and

The hand truly is quicker than the eye in this whimsical piece for developing strings! Using mostly stepwise motion, it is a wonderful study in legato and staccato styles. Written tremolos can be played at

La culebra is a traditional Mexican folk dance that depicts a story of a group of men working in the fields. As they are working, their wives are on their way to the fields to pay a visit. On their

This lyric work is a shining presentation of Price's signature style. The opening G major theme modulates to A major, featuring brief solos for violin and cello. Although short, the piece requires mature

Using only the notes on the open strings, unison writing, and simple quarter- and eighth-note rhythms, this exciting and very accessible original work is the perfect choice for a beginning orchestra's first

No bows required! This unison pizzicato piece for beginning strings and piano is perfect for the very first concert. Using only quarter rests and quarter notes of the D major scale, the upbeat tune gives

Originally composed for voice and piano, this arrangement musically paints a picture of the composer's love of "the hinterland - the land behind the body of water," Rio de Janeiro. Flowing slurs, dotted

This educationally sound programmatic work incorporates chromatic harmony and special effects to create a fun and spooky setting that is reminiscent of the orchestrations of Berlioz and Saint-Saens. This

This energetic piece for string orchestra and percussion features an accentuated spiccato rhythmic melody. A great way to introduce the keys of C major and A minor to young string players.

This outstanding work, now available in this flexible instrumentation edition, is an exhilarating take on the dynamic spirit of the ancient Vikings! Open-string double stops, pizzicato, and optional