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This touching piece pays tribute to the unconditional love only a mother can give her child. It was inspired by the composer’s mom, whose passion for the piano and music of Beethoven she gratefully passed on to him, so...

Rediscover the epic story of the mighty – and nearly invincible – Greek hero Achilles in this stunning new work for intermediate string orchestra. Exciting motifs and rhythmic patterns representing his legendary...

The spirit of the American pioneer is exemplified by the great Westward expansion of the 19th century. Crossing the treacherous high plains in pursuit of a new life in the West was an arduous and perilous journey. Across the...

In a musical sense, Agita can be expressed in several ways. That uneasy feeling of angst, anxiety, or stress is effectuated through accents, dissonances, and driving, syncopated rhythms. Punctuated by the...

A fierce musical battle unfolds as the string instruments duel using only their open strings – each voice bold, raw, and resonant. The piano interjections create tension, while the optional percussion adds rhythmic...

Originally arranged for concert band, Greg Danner has created an expressive and lyrical setting of the traditional French carol, Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella for full orchestra. The music is scored to explore various...

This arrangement of the spiritual Deep River offers a fresh, compelling interpretation, utilizing dense, rich harmonies and sweet, constant countermelodies to create continuous forward momentum. Though slow and reflective,...

Feature your lower strings in this exciting and vigorous original composition written in E minor for middle level string orchestra. Sounding like it comes straight out of an action movie, Epsilon begins with relentless...

Blue notes and fiddle tunes abound in this Americana showpiece. Like a runaway train, "Hallelujah starts fast and ends fast in a pentatonic explosion. Along the way you’ll find broad themes, energetic rhythmic...

Metronome, marked ritmico e giocoso, can be used as a rhythmic accuracy etude for string orchestra students. The primary educational goal of this etude is for the performers to maintain a metronomically precise tempo without...

Morning Prayer is a serene string orchestra piece that captures the peaceful beauty of dawn and the gratitude found in new beginnings. Through its calming melodies, the music invites reflection, stillness, and a deeper...

Packed with intensity and relentless energy, just like a cresting river during a violent storm, Raging Waters is fierce and fast-paced. Set in E minor, long notes are juxtaposed against fast and furious ostinati, while...

Setting goals is a common and mostly healthy activity undertaken by individuals looking to improve some aspect of their lives. Charting and embarking on the course to achieve these self-imposed benchmarks requires stamina...

Everybody’s favorite fictional enigmatic evildoers come to life in this exhilarating new work for intermediate string orchestra. As if Vivaldi composed the score for a Hollywood blockbuster, this pulse-pounding,...

The symbol Σ (Sigma) means "sum up" or "total." This piece features a driving, steady rhythm with energetic syncopation, creating an intense and dynamic atmosphere throughout. It is a captivating work that combines...

Back-to-front, upside-down and split in half – in these pieces, familiar tunes have been rearranged to present students with the fun challenge of identifying them. Individual titles give some cryptic clues. This set of...