Experience the thrill of playing an authentic Mozart opera overture while developing spiccato, tremolo, and hooked bowing technique as well as left-hand extensions through multiple key centers. Optional

This clever mashup of popular Beethoven works including Allegro con brio form Symphony No. 5, Fur Elise; Egmont Overture and Ode to Joy from Symphony No. 9. has

A beautiful arrangement of this sensitive music makes for a subtle and sophisticated work for string orchestra. The expressive lines are shared throughout the orchestra so all of the players will be engaged

Alla Danza Tedesca (German dance) is the fourth of six movements in Beethoven's quartet, Op. 130, composed in 1826, the year before his death. While the complex original is simplified here, the

This lush ballad rich in jazz harmonies harkens back to the beautiful string orchestrations from the classic albums of Sinatra and Nat King Cole. A rare opportunity for your musicians to explore this side

Blame It on the Blues is the perfect vehicle for developing jazzers to learn the essentials of swing rhythms and phrasing. Doug Beach knows how to do this kind of chart very, very well and this one

This medium swing original for developing groups is a riff-based blues in the tradition of the Count Basie and Duke Ellington bands. Blues You Can Use begins with the rhythm section setting the

This swinging blues chart in 3/4 meter is a nod to Miles Davis' classic All Blues. Doug Beach's arrangement frames the tune with influences from both Davis and the composer's own

A skillfully arranged Christmas medley of themes from The Nutcracker along with familiar carols weaving in and out, this is your one-stop shop for all things Christmas - beautifully tied up with a

Take a trip to South America and tango in the streets of Venezuela. Your viola, cello, and bass performers will love the rich and singing melodies of their parts that contrast beautifully with the

Get ready to feel the energy, sense the drive, and dance to the groove with this work that engages every section of the orchestra! Complete with special effects, a pizzicato motive break-down section, and

This beautiful ballad is the perfect showcase for your alto soloist. The pensive melody and rich harmony combine to create a wonderful change of pace for your program. Starting as a ballad, it moves into an

Originally composed for cello and piano, over time Vaughan Williams transcribed the music of his folk song studies for a variety of instruments, so many people will be familiar with the melodies. This

This high-energy work for Grade 2 groups will excite your audience and give your students a great musical experience. Appropriately challenging for each section of the orchestra, every player gets their

This courtly and stately piece written in the style of the Classical period is worthy of a regal procession. More developed players will have the opportunity to refine and showcase their technical

Gears combines old school funk and modal rock, along with a bit of blues-tinged melody. The solo section is written out, and solo sheets in all keys with scales to assist young players with

Pronounced "GREE-oh's Dance," this exciting work for string orchestra utilizes calypso rhythms to tell its powerful story. Due to the transitional nature of the piece, a key signature is not used. All

Here is a bright swing chart for young groups based on the chord changes to George Shearing's Lullaby of Birdland. The open solo section is written or improvised to feature any soloist,

Your audiences will hop, skip and jump to this infectious funky Latin chart. With a catchy groove, hip voicings and a strong melody, this tune is sure to be a hit at any concert. The open solo section

Welcome to Mardi gras, y'all!! Kick It is a New Orleans style swinger with a funky second line groove over a blues progression. Appealing ensemble trades with the drummer add more excitement

Schumann's Album for the Young was composed for his three daughters and consisted of 43 short pieces. Most well-known as a piano piece, Knecht Ruprech (Knight Rupert) adapts perfectly for string

Leftovers just got better with this Grade 2 piece based upon a 12-bar blues pattern. It offers both pizzicato and arco playing, syncopated jazz rhythms, and a traditional big-band-like "shout chorus" that

Step into the world of French nobility with this rich and energetic composition. The driving, syncopated theme that permeates the piece is coupled with a descending chromatic line that is moved from section