Ensemble

A beloved Appalachian folk song and spiritual that is perfect for historical study! This arrangement generally stays in 1st position and employs mainly standard rhythms with a great introduction to ei...

This ancient Irish tune, still popular and perfectly arranged for maximum effect, will take the audience back to the old country. Just add some history of the U.K. for a cross-curricular unit. (3:05)

This ancient Irish tune, still popular and perfectly arranged for maximum effect, will take the audience back to the old country. Just add some history of the U.K. for a cross-curricular unit. (3:05)

With a bright and cheerful opening and a lyrical middle section, this piece celebrates the early years of the United States and the sacrifices that secured our freedom. Composed by Michael Hopkins, th...

This original piece is in a style reminiscent of the music of the rich cultural heritage of the Appalachian Mountain area. Music is an important part of the Appalachian way of life. In fact, Appalachi...

S'vivon (se-vi-vohn) is the Hebrew word for dreidl, a four-sided top that is popular with children during the celebration of the Jewish holiday Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights. In this arrangement by...

Written with early advanced orchestras in mind, here is a dramatic selection in fast 3/4 time with some daring rhythms and sweeping, romantic melodies. Teachers can use 'Rogue Rider' by Doug Spata to...

Upon hearing the words 'Big Sky Country,' one typically thinks of the western states; Montana in particular. This piece, however, depicts any place where the sky is vast, the view expansive, and the s...

This traditional Hanukkah song, 'My Candles' (sometimes known as 'In the Window'), is a lovely and haunting melody written in strophic form. Strophic music is a song that has only one phrase of melodi...

With its bright, hopeful melody and infectious rhythms, this original piece by Scott Watson, 'A Joyous Celebration,' is perfect to program for any celebratory occasion, or to open or close your concer...

An original passacaglia by Gary Fagan with the melody in the bass line, this piece will challenge your basses and provide opportunities for the orchestra to work on balance and listening down. (3:20)

A Child for Three Kings, a beautiful arrangement by Jim Palmer, combines 'Greensleeves' and 'We Three Kings' to create a Christmas concert selection that will be loved by students and audiences alike....

This action-packed medley will engage your students and audiences alike. With interwoven iconic themes from The Flash, DC Legends of Tomorrow, Arrow, and Supergirl, this arrangement will be your super...

Teach shifting with this beautiful melody by Bob Phillips. Shifting Sands is also perfectly suited for the concert stage. The moderate, lyric tempo provides students in the early stages of practicing...

This multi-level piece includes a full set of parts for grade 2 as well as a full set for grade 3 ensembles. Mix and match the parts as you need - perfect for mixed-ability ensembles! Crazy Train was...

Chills, spills, and trills! Agent Arco faces her most dangerous assignment yet. Being licensed to trill is one of many skills she must use judiciously. Up bow, down bow, you name it, she's on the case...

This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

This five-movement work features several different composers of the renaissance period in a well-crafted arrangement for young orchestras. This is an excellent vehicle for teaching about this importan...

This rhythmically exciting work is sure to be a favorite with students and audiences alike. The driving rhythms of the work surround an Andante middle section of expressive beauty. Don't miss this one...

This standard American folk song becomes great fun in the hands of highly creative arranger Carrie Lane Gruselle. All sections have interesting parts in this often "bly" arrangement. Your students wil...