Grade 2 (Sapphire Series)

"Encanto" means charm, glamor, spell, delight, or joy. This piece is full of energy and intensity, capturing the magic and enchantment of its name. It’s an uplifting, high-energy work that will captivate audiences and...

A playful, light-hearted swing jazz composition for string orchestra, this piece is designed to entertain both performers and listeners alike. With its catchy rhythms and spirited energy, it offers a delightful blend of jazz...

Knight of Drensby is a two-minute excursion into the rondo form. All sections have an opportunity to play the melody at various times, including a trading pizzicato passage where the tune is handed from Violin I to Violin...

Sunrise Dreams is a work meant to depict the beauty and peace that one can experience during a majestic sunrise. In particular, the inspiration for this piece comes from sitting on the beach early in the morning and watching...

Toil and Trouble is a three-movement suite for string orchestra where students explore minor tonality, glissando, dissonance, trilling, and the col legno technique. Eerie, yet very melodic, this suite is perfect for a chance...