The Prince and the Flame is the latest chapter of the "Land of Dragons" series by Chris Thomas. The piece opens with a sense of trepidation as dark...
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La Llorona (The Weeping Woman) is an iconic Mexican song rooted in one of the country's most famous and haunting legends. This arrangement by Chris...
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Bolero is probably the best-known work of the French Impressionist composer Maurice Ravel (1875--1937). The piece was commissioned by Ida Rubenstei...
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Johannes Brahms (1833--1897) composed his Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98 in 1884. The symphony's premiere was in October 1885. Michael Hopkins' ...
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Cyborg by Michael Hopkins is an upbeat, high energy blues-rock piece for intermediate orchestra. This is a great piece for working on left hand chr...
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The Flight of the Ice Dragon, by Kirt Mosier, is an exciting piece that follows the odyssey of the mythical ice dragon's flight over frozen tundra;...
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Final Voyage by Kathryn Griesinger depicts setting sail on a grand adventure, beginning with a noble opening theme. Like the fresh dawn, a motif in...
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Ancient Kingdom, originally composed for and dedicated to the 2024 Iowa Junior Honors Orchestra, is a musical journey that delves deep into the ech...
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Mill Creek is a happy, perky, little Ozark Mountain creek fed by many springs. Water from the springs is collected into rivulets and then a creek. ...
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The swirling energy of this work looks to the future while juxtaposing excitement with sentimental and nervous feelings. Katie O'Hara LaBrie explor...
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Take your string ensemble on a whimsical and adventurous journey with this imaginative piece by Jesselyn Joy Ddudinsky! Mystic Flight sharpens into...
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Inspired by the whimsical and snarky space robots of childhood, Droid Funk is an exciting and accessible piece that will get your string orchestra ...
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Ignaz Pleyel was born near Vienna in 1757. He was a favourite pupil of Haydn, and both Haydn and Mozart admired his compositions. He wrote a great ...
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Sommerset is a mostly rural area in Southwest England. Two Songs from Sommerset by David M. Martin incorporates two contrasting folk tunes from the...
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Colorful Clouds Chasing the Moon is adapted from a traditional Chinese folk ensemble piece. The composition by Xinyu (Maggie) Francis-Ma is lighthe...
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In Your Wildest Dreams by Tyler S. Grant is a joyous and exuberant work. Both inspiring and powerful, it includes lively ostinatos that pair with b...
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The melody of the beloved holiday carol Gesu Bambino flows effortlessly throughout the ensemble with this fresh adaptation of a timeless classic. T...
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Explore an array of emotions with Closer to the Sky, a work that pays homage to the breathtaking beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Lyrical and thrilli...
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The Marauder's Tale, by Anthony Granata, is a musical story depicting the famous marauders of maritime history who traveled the world. Students wil...
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Mysterious Forces, by Michael Hopkins, is a fast and rhythmically energetic piece in E minor for intermediate orchestra. All sections of the orches...
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Hold on to your sleigh as you jingle your way through some of your favorite classical themes! Arranged by Jim Palmer, Jingle with the Classics comb...
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Dance of the Imps is a showcase of what is possible with pizzicato. Written by Nathan Jacklin, the work's quick melodic lines are supported by ener...
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In The Red-Haired Girl, by Bob Phillips, the influences of Bach's Cello Suite No. 1, Irish folk music, and a traditional Irish hymn have been incor...
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Explore the duality of music with The Gates of Janus, by Richard Meyer, which was inspired by Janus, the Greek god of opposites. Featuring contrast...
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Echoes of Valor, by Adrian Gordon, is a musical homage to bravery, painting vivid portraits of heroism and resilience. Beginning with heralding not...
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Written in a friendly D major, Daybreak, by Daniel Keeler, begins lyrical and tranquil, like the dawning of a new day. Throughout the opening, the ...
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Three Christmas classics are tenderly presented with an optional harp. Silent Nightfall by Caryn Wiegand Neidhold features "It Came Upon a Midnight...
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Anticipation, suspense, and drama are all in evidence in Rendezvous by R. Scott Whittington. Based on several recurring rhythmic patterns, it is ex...
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Sufferin' syncopation! Where will it land? Once you get the hang of it, it'll be lots of fun! Really! Merrily We Stroll Along by Thom Sharp is writ...
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Dance of Yao by Xinyu (Maggie) Francis-Ma is based on the theme of a Yao folk dance, with the melody flowing seamlessly between the different secti...
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Two French Carols is an energetic and joyful arrangement by Deborah Baker Monday that features two beloved French carols: "Besançon" (also known as...
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The comforting Scottish hymn "Brother James' Air" is uniquely set in this reflective arrangement by Carrie Lane Gruselle, who surprises the listene...
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Ring in the season with this infectious offering by pop sensation Meghan Trainor and the multi-talented Jimmy Fallon. Wrap Me Up is a festive and c...
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A chart-topping song from popular singer/songwriter Ariana Grande, We Can't Be Friends was expertly arranged by Michael Story. Tasteful melodies an...
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Perfect for your spring concert, Sabrina Carpenter's massive No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 Please Please Please comes to your string orchestra...
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Influenced by a wide range of musical artists ranging from Billie Holiday to Taylor Swift, singer/songwriter Laufey brings together catchy melodies...
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Espresso, the GRAMMY® Award-winning hit from pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter, has the perfect groove and infectious melody. From her chart-topping ...
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Showcase your ensemble's ability to play both expressively and vigorously with this bold and energetic work by Michael Kamuf that gives each sectio...
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High Velocity, by Michael Story, is an exciting original work full of contemporary sounds. This A-B-A form piece will be an audience and student fa...
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This is the perfect piece to introduce students to some of the unique sounds and basic techniques of Indian music. Authentically written and musica...
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Spiders have taken over the house! Tiptoe across the floor (pizzicato) so that you don't disturb the skittering spiders (collegno). But watch out f...
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Frostbite, by Erica Donahoe, captures the icy blasts and chilling wind of a winter storm. This piece uses driving rhythms and repeated sixteenth-no...
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By a Stream was composed by Susan H. Day with the aim of transporting its listeners to a peaceful setting near a mountain stream. Unhurried, with a...
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Looking for a bold opener? War Hammer brings relentless energy and pulsing percussion that keeps your ensemble engaged and excited. Its commanding ...
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Give your Holiday concert some tropical flair with Surfin’ Santa! Your ensemble and audience will love this upbeat surf rock tune, as Santa enjoys ...
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Tiny mythical creatures from Celtic legends, pixies are known for their love of dancing through the night. Pixie Dance is easy to play and fun to r...
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Calypso Cockatoo by Loreta Fin opens with a repeated, syncopated Calypso rhythm in the celli and bass. The upper parts are all in rhythmic unison, ...
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This piece was suggested by a student in a workshop, who had just played Viva Italia, an arrangement by Loreta Fin, based on the famous "Neapolitan...
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