George can write a masterpiece from the simplest of concepts, and this is no different. Haunting…A Broken Mirror is a must-have for your library.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2022 Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing Series: Rhapsody String Orchestra Series…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
George Sweet
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
A wonderfully subtle and evocative opening section sets up a faster and lively section built upon themes presented in the first section. The interesting counterpoint will keep all the players (as well as the audience) engaged. A great combination of somber…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
This muted, expressive adagio divides the strings into nine voices: 4 violin, 2 viola, 2 cello and one bass. It is a brief but powerful work that honors the memories of those who lost their lives on 9/11. This is ideal for festivals or any other occasions…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Jeffrey S. Bishop
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Doug Spata has really given us an alley of screeching cats! Although these cats we’d listen to all day! A Great introduction to sliding with an equally nice introduction into a bluesy style.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2022 Publisher: Wingert-Jones Publications…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
Wingert-Jones Publications
Written and inspired by a fond childhood memory, Composer Steve Parsons brings us a light and lush new work for string orchestra. Audiences will be enraptured by the film-like quality of this new piece.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2022 Publisher: Excelcia Music…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Steve Parsons
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
This piece embodies the adrenalin rush of racing down a mountain on an alpine slide. You control the speed of your cart as you weave your way past picturesque scenery. Surprises wait around every turn and there’s no telling what you will fly by. One thing is…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Liam Ramsey-White
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
David Gillingham’s gorgeous setting of the ever-popular America, the Beautiful seeks to preserve the beauty of the hymn, while simultaneously transcending some of the harmonies and scoring we have grown to expect over the years, without straying too far from…
Style:
Flex Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
From the warmth of the opening chords in Appalachian Air you begin to sense the breadth of this impressive piece. Based on The Poor Wayfaring Stranger, the first half is poignant and touching followed by a surprisingly exuberant and uplifting second half. The…
Style:
Flex Band
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Acting on a plea from his three string-player sons, Graeme Young embarked several years ago on a set of arrangements for string quartet. The three volumes featured melodies from Light Opera, Popular Classics, and music for Special Occasions and were first…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Graeme Young
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Arcopolis is a fun and energetic piece that features a wide array of different bowing techniques including a variety of hooked bowings, slurred staccato, bow retakes, double up-bows, uneven rhythms, gallop, detaché, martelé, spiccato, tremolo, repeated down…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing