An easier alternative to "Pomp and Circumstance!" Perfect for graduations and special events with a hopeful, inspirational feel and a catchy melody...

Bright, driving rock that maintains the feel of this popular piece by The Cars. The driving energy is in the repeated eighth note bass line and the...

Hyperdrive: First discussed by science fiction author Isaac Asimov in the 1940s, this term refers to a device which allows a vehicle in space to tr...

When students strut these syncopated Brazilian rhythms, audiences smile and bob their heads. Written in the typical Rondo ABACA form, this original...

Enjoy this lovely transcription from the time of the late Renaissance and early Baroque eras. Sure to delight audiences while bringing an English p...

As the title suggests, this piece offers an opportunity for players to create a rich and elegant sound by using long, full bows with slurred note p...

Based on a French dance tune from the 17th century, this English carol contains a contagious theme set in a rhythmic, toe-tapping arrangement. A ch...

In this adaptation, the wonderful ballet music of Leo Delibes comes alive at the perfect level for young players. Originally presented as the openi...

In the key of a natural minor, with brief forays into the melodic minor, this piece features an especially strong part for the viola section---an o...

Who said guitar players get to have all the fun? This piece lets your orchestra be as bad as they wanna be. With its powerful unisons, pulsating rh...

Get ready to play in the style made famous by Bob Marley! Fun rhythms, the friendly key of E minor, and a catchy drum groove make this a crowd plea...

One of the most widely recognized American orchestra pieces! Known to listeners from its use in the hit movie, A Christmas Story, in Disneyland rid...

All the flourish and flare of Romantic music are present in this delightful arrangement that provides a great introduction to the era. The beautifu...

Chopin traveled to Spain to escape the damp Paris climate but instead encountered persistent rain, which is reflected in this title and is heard in...

Get a "kick" out of this one! The "double stomp" sound effect accents an infectious melody. Each section shares the melody and remains in 1st posit...

True teaching repertoire! Each movement can stand alone or be played as a suite. Opportunities for technical development range from learning positi...

This expressive piece evokes images of a majestic sunset on the western plains. Written entirely in the key of G, using legato bowing and easy rhyt...

Covered by bands of all types, this "wonderful" piece has been arranged perfectly for young players. Audiences of any age will delight in this tune...

It seems like everyone enjoys a good polka! Shamrock Polkas is a medley of three traditional Irish dance tunes that will quickly become favorites o...

Following up on the hugely successful bass feature, "Bass-ically Bluegrass," the composer has written a gorgeous lyric solo for your young bass pla...

The steady Latin-rock groove in the percussion section sets the foundation for this appealing Cuban melody. Translated, the title means "the girl f...

This loveable jazz standard is absolutely perfect for a pops concert or a February concert. The lush, thick arrangement of this ballad is perfect f...

Here's the answer when the orchestra needs to play for birthdays, events at the school or in the community, or to honor someone. Simple Advocacy! M...

Rhythmic energy and exciting harmonies make this fun and spooky tune an instant favorite of young string students. Without using any of the more di...

Just plain fun to play! An exciting, high energy arrangement of three popular tunes that will delight students and audiences! Equally effective usi...

Winner of the 2006 Texas Orchestra Directors Association Composition Contest, the French title means "Tango of Love." From the opening three chords...

Three scenes of the wild west make up this musical journey across the plains. Presented in three sections, cowboys, campfires and horses are evoked...

Fasten Your Seatbelts! Having been nominated for three Olivier Awards including Best Musical and winning Best Musical in the 2003 Variety Club Awar...

There's more to this piece than meets the eye! Violet's Tango is a dark and whimsical dance for string orchestra featuring syncopated rhythms, chro...

A true old-time fiddle tune, Red Lodge Reel was written for a guest performance on Prairie Home Companion. Peter Ostroushko, former music director ...

Among the most popular operettas of the 19th century, Gilbert and Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance is filled with delightful tunes and memorable musi...

This fun and original piece for string orchestra introduces the technique of "tone painting." It depicts inventor Professor Wigstein's proud creati...

Evening Colors introduces traditional American march form to students, while developing essential rhythmic, bowing, and harmonic skills. LourÈ bowi...

Join the fun in experiencing the blues form and improvising while enjoying this accessible shuffle tune. Sample solos are included to help budding ...

Sea Chantey is an original concert rondo in the style of a robust eighteenth century British sailor song. Boisterous melodies are passed between se...