This highly recognizable work is a sure bet for success as a first experience in full orchestra, but it may also be performed by strings alone. The parts are not difficult and the rondo form should shorten

Opening in the key of G, the piece then moves to the key of D, allowing each section to play the melody on their upper strings. With doubling in many sections, this lovely Baroque masterpiece is from the

Handel composed at least two, probably three or more suites of "Water Music." This vigorous tune is one of his most famous, and your students will instantly take to its catchy syncopations. The excellent

A masterpiece at this level! In addition to wonderful tutti writing, the string section and wind section are featured on their own in this colorful arrangement, which makes a perfect opener to any concert.

Based on the "Te Deum" of Charpentier, this stately French classic will make your full orchestra sound mature beyond their years. This masterful arrangement by Vernon Leidig captures the spirit of the

Here is a programmatic masterpiece arranged at an intermediate level for your orchestra. Smetana's own program notes depict how a warm stream and a cold stream combine into the Moldau. The music

What a fantastic introduction to full orchestra and to this beloved music! All instruments have exciting parts. The dramatic opening in the strings and the dark theme in the brass will captivate

Combined with an introductory theme from the suite, the "Overture" is among the most majestic Baroque music ever written. Perfectly set as a first full orchestra experience, the contrasting statements of

Schubert composed his incidental music to the Romantic drama "Rosamunde, Princess of Cypress" in less than three weeks, finishing just two days before the play's premiere in December of 1823. Not much time

All of the power and rhythmic energy that you've come to associate with Elliot Del Borgo's work is evident in this bold composition for full orchestra. Scored to be playable by strings alone or with the

One of the grandest works in all of symphonic literature, this finale from Tchaikovsky's "Fifth Symphony" is positively electrifying!  All of the colors and moods of the original are retained in this

The sense of urgency and excitement created by this wild original composition is nothing short of awesome! Relentless ostinatos and striking minor melodies combine and drive a tense sound that will make