Youth String Orchestra

The Adagio movement of Rachmaninoff's second symphony is considered by many to be one of most beautiful melodies ever written. A continuing favorite in today's concert halls (as well as film and TV),...

Two famous strains from the memorable Gilbert and Sullivan classic form the basis for this light-hearted medley, arranged for developing groups by James Curnow.

From the skilled pen of Brahms comes this tuneful, European styled waltz that makes wonderful holiday programming. Included are simple bell percussion parts (opt.) to add to the charm of this delightf...

From the skilled pen of Brahms comes this tuneful, European styled waltz that makes wonderful holiday programming. Included are simple bell percussion parts (opt.) to add to the charm of this delightf...

Here's a winning recipe that features three violinists, staged in front of the orchestra, creating a refreshing musical number that's ideal for school orchestras. The musical style is geared toward yo...

Here's a winning recipe that features three violinists, staged in front of the orchestra, creating a refreshing musical number that's ideal for school orchestras. The musical style is geared toward yo...

From the creative pen of Robert Buckley comes this infectious work that will engage developing players. The incessant driving rhythms, bold modal harmonies, and clever interplay between sections are j...

From the creative pen of Robert Buckley comes this infectious work that will engage developing players. The incessant driving rhythms, bold modal harmonies, and clever interplay between sections are j...

Freedom Rhapsody is a set of brief variations, based on the spiritual Follow the Drinking Gourd. There are four sections to the composition, marked The yearning to be free; Anticipation; Reflection; a...

Freedom Rhapsody is a set of brief variations, based on the spiritual Follow the Drinking Gourd. There are four sections to the composition, marked The yearning to be free; Anticipation; Reflection; a...

This simplified arrangement of the overture to Apollo et Hyacinthus (possibly Mozart's first real opera) works very well for young orchestras, with lots of juicy, fun passages for all the instruments.

An ideal fun and learning piece for beginners with simple diatonic parts that are interesting for all players. Add the vocals for extra spice. (Correlates with Essential Elements Expert Level)

An ideal fun and learning piece for beginners with simple diatonic parts that are interesting for all players. Add the vocals for extra spice. (Correlates with Essential Elements Expert Level)

Robert Buckley's clever tune is filled with imagination and great orchestration effects for younger players. As expected, Finn McCool has an infectious groove and melodic hooks that make it a sure-fir...

Robert Buckley's clever tune is filled with imagination and great orchestration effects for younger players. As expected, Finn McCool has an infectious groove and melodic hooks that make it a sure-fir...

Featuring quartet options within the ensemble and inventive variations, Grand Dances is a superb teaching piece in the Renaissance and Baroque style, carefully crafted for student groups by veteran ar...

Featuring quartet options within the ensemble and inventive variations, Grand Dances is a superb teaching piece in the Renaissance and Baroque style, carefully crafted for student groups by veteran ar...

From the Renaissance, John Leavitt brings this terrific ensemble work that is filled with teaching opportunities and performance options. In G major, it features a bit of chromaticism, just right for...

A fun, upbeat original work in G minor that uses easy scoring, a simple and catchy melody and a good mix of unison and harmony to create an accessible work that will be enjoyed by both players and aud...

A fun, upbeat original work in G minor that uses easy scoring, a simple and catchy melody and a good mix of unison and harmony to create an accessible work that will be enjoyed by both players and aud...

A happy and playful melody in G major sets the tone for this fun, original work that reinforces staccato, dynamics and pizzicato. All sections get a turn at the joyful tune.

A happy and playful melody in G major sets the tone for this fun, original work that reinforces staccato, dynamics and pizzicato. All sections get a turn at the joyful tune.

With the a title meaning Spanish Romance this great arrangement captures the beauty and romance of the melody originally written for classical guitar.

With the a title meaning Spanish Romance this great arrangement captures the beauty and romance of the melody originally written for classical guitar.