Youth String Orchestra

Inspired by a painting of the same name, this engaging work by Todd Parrish features memorable rhythmic patterns of sixteenth notes, flat-key fingerings, and varied articulations. The original paintin...

From the composer of The Planets comes this beloved Christmas carol. Voted 'the best carol' in a 2008 BBC Music Magazine poll of some of the world's leading music directors, this lesser-known carol is...

In Japan there is an old tale which has been told since before time began. Two of the most beautiful stars in the night sky are Altair, representing Man and Vega, representing Woman. These two lovers...

Lavande is the French word for lavender flower, which is the inspiration for this work by Yukiko Nishimura. It presents an ideal vehicle for young string orchestras to explore the nuances of adagio pl...

This stirring title features a majestic main theme and pesante accompanying figures which are catchy and attractive to play. The piece tells a story: its varied musical ideas portray the determination...

This stirring title features a majestic main theme and pesante accompanying figures which are catchy and attractive to play. The piece tells a story: its varied musical ideas portray the determination...

Immediately command your audience's attention with this thrilling fanfare that includes sweeping lines, forceful rhythms, and counterpoint - and all in a short grade 2.5 that is quite achievable! Your...

Balmages Brian Afterburn String Orchestra Score/Parts

Turn on the afterburners with this intense and engaging musical tour-de-force. A great way to open a program, this work makes a bold and powerful statement that will hook your audience from the first...

Based on "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen" - Traditional Inspired by Trans-Siberian Orchestra, this energetic arrangement of God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen includes an easy drum set part that really kicks...

Inspired by pure joy, this work explores uplifting and lighthearted emotions. The music has a constant rhythmic pulse that gently interacts with graceful melodic lines and countermelodies. Engaging ha...

Pay it forward with this message of hope, joy and beauty. Inspired by a sidewalk chalk message, the uplifting music reminds us that we each bring something unique and valuable to the world. Simple tim...

The dashing elegance of this work will charm your orchestra and audience. Pedagogically sound and with important parts for everyone in the ensemble, the work will be a flashy plume on your program.

The dashing elegance of this work will charm your orchestra and audience. Pedagogically sound and with important parts for everyone in the ensemble, the work will be a flashy plume on your program.

Piddlin' is a loose double Rondo in a slightly modal D minor, with contrasting episodes in between the two main themes. The basses start off theme 1 with an ostinato. Violin 1, celli and basses will s...

Every section of the orchestra gets to play melodic passages, even the basses in this Grade 2.5 original work. Set in B minor with a syncopated feel, the accompaniment features tied rhythms across the...

As the title implies, this music is "in the style of" Handel, using the counterpoint in a way that slowly builds intensity to the dramatic finish. Set in the key of E minor, this piece remains well wi...

Every section of the orchestra gets to play melodic passages, even the basses in this Grade 2.5 original work. Set in B minor with a syncopated feel, the accompaniment features tied rhythms across the...

As the title implies, this music is in the style of Handel, using the counterpoint in a way that slowly builds intensity to the dramatic finish. Set in the key of E minor, this piece remains well with...

Hyperdrive: First discussed by science fiction author Isaac Asimov in the 1940s, this term refers to a device which allows a vehicle in space to travel faster than the speed of light, and to describe...

Perform this rhythmic piece from the mindset of taking a wandering but brisk walk, perhaps on a crisp fall day. The sense of forward motion in the piece will delight young players. All parts get the o...

Travel south with Frosty and enjoy the trip before he melts! Though playable with strings alone, the addition of the optional percussion will add spice and have them dancing.

Featuring six melodies from the popular video game, this medley will be a hit as well. Titles

Each section plays the melody in this spooky D minor composition. With great opportunities for rhythmic skills, the piece includes hand percussion and the space for haunted castle sounds. (2:00)