Looking out over dark ocean waters inspires feelings of awe and anxiety. It is the visceral thrill of the unknown that walks the razor’s edge of excitement and terror. Composer Matthew R. Putnam depicts just that with this riveting piece for young string…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Unrest is a recital piece at its core, featuring solo trumpet over the accompaniment of piano and a diligent string ensemble. The strings may allow for a rich narrative landscape—if not textural, than one of almost desolation beyond any singular person's…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Leonard Ingrande
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This arrangement is fun for everyone! Based on the tune Red River Valley, the melody is passed around the string groups as it transforms in each variation.Program NotesThis arrangement is fun for everyone! Based on the tune Red River Valley, the melody is…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Skip Taylor
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Venom is a unique new work for string orchestra by newcomer Erica Donahoe. The piece will be one your students ask to play over and over. Complete with a lyrical section for expressive playing, as well as interesting parts for everyone in the ensemble and…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Erica Donahoe
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Holiday
The four carols “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing,” “Jeannette Isabella,” “Angels from the Realms of Glory,” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” will provide a stirring addition to any holiday program. Lead material in all parts and a variety of textures…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Alan Lee Silva takes us on a journey inspired by the luminous green foliage he experienced hiking with his family on the trails in Oregon. Sparkling greenery is a perfect way to describe the bubbly and iridescent nature of Viridescence. Your audience will be…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Alan Lee Silva
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Introduce your students to 3/4 time with this clever mash-up of Christmas Carols in Waltz style. Each section has a turn to shine with the melody, perfect for parents to get a good shot of their little ones at their Christmas concert.
Grade Level: 1.5…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Sean O'Loughlin
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
This joyful piece depicting falling water has something for everyone. The composer describes the piece like a fountain from the famed Versailles.
Grade Level: 4.5 Copyright: 2019 Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing Series: Maestro String Orchestra Series…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Mark Revell
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Wayward Overture opens and closes with a lively and energetic melody that is as fun to play as it is to hear. The middle section contrasts with a slower more flowing theme filled with full lush sounds. This a great piece for ensembles to apply their scale,…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Marc Allison
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Whispers of Spring highlights composer Sean O’Loughlin’s love of French impressionistic music from composers like Ravel, Debussy and Satie. Like those composers of old, Sean has created a wonderfully lyrical work with lots of colorful sound.
Grade Level: 2.5…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Sean O'Loughlin
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing