Featuring a particularly bold and rhythmic theme contrasted with lyrical sections, Battlefront is a cinematic composition for the developing string ensemble. Directors will find valuable teaching

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

Transcribed from the original piano version for string orchestra by Edvard Grieg himself, the Holberg Suite is a staple of string ensemble repertoire. Perfectly set for young players, this arrangement of

This strong and ponderous piece is a musical depiction of Hannibal's epic journey through the Alps with his army of war elephants. The piece serves as a great vehicle to inspire the imaginations of the very

Graceful flower dances are a beautiful part of Asian culture, illustrated here with a flowing theme in first position. Beginning ensembles will find this work very playable, with simple rhythms and melodies

There are great teaching points in this work that targets end of the first year players. Among these points are low 2's for upper strings, accents, staccato, and two-note slurs. Every section is featured,

Rays of Light is an upbeat, positive piece for developing ensembles inspired by the returning of light after a dark storm. The composer's style incorporates a fresh harmonic perspective with simple

Part march, part fanfare, Regalia suggests a past with all the pomp and splendor of a grand celebration. Written for the students with limited experience on their instrument, the notes and rhythms

Spires is written in three voices: first violins, second violins/violas doubled, and cellos/basses doubled. Unison passages allow the teacher to focus on establishing ensemble skills such as

The title is truth in advertising! This is about learning to cross strings as well as skipping fingers and developing proper hand position and finger independence. Some enjoyable knocking and other sounds