Belwin Music

Throughout history, humanity has feared the end of civilization---whether by natural disaster, cosmic collision, or the eventual burnout of our sun. Terminus Approaching, by Rossano Galante, brings th...

This Sibelius masterwork is now intelligently transcribed for today's orchestra. Vital brass entrances have preparation to assure secure attack. Careful doubling, cuing, and more, will allow the work...

From Tchaikowsky's ballet The Nutcracker Suite comes this fresh scoring for your full orchestra or string orchestra (any winds and/or percussion can be added). The technical demands have been reduced,...

Rhythmic fervor best describes this exciting new work for intermediate orchestra. This piece retains its energy while developing different textures and is contemporary in nature yet offers maximum fle...

From the Birthday Cantata, this familiar tune is filled with the infectious melodic material and mesmerizing harmonic content that are so characteristically Bach. The Best of Bach can be played with j...

Everyone remembers the tune by its subtitle, 'Going Home.' This lush song is creatively scored with your intermediate orchestra in mind. Although there appear to be some exposed woodwind passages in t...

The work is a tone poem representing the beauty and serenity of the early autumn evenings in the western provinces of Canada. A number of tranquil effects are enhanced with the addition of wind and pe...

The work is a tone poem representing the beauty and serenity of the early autumn evenings in the western provinces of Canada. A number of tranquil effects are enhanced with the addition of wind and pe...

A superb Robert W. Smith creation built on the foundation of the Ionian mode. A wonderful opportunity to teach the history of this mode through performance literature. As the title implies, the melodi...

Danse Infernale' from the Firebird Suite is Stravinsky at its best! Challenging but eminently playable, this is truly one of Issac's great arrangements and a Belwin Classic orchestra piece!

The music of Grieg is expressed very well in this two-part suite for full orchestra. The melodies are familiar, and Merle Isaac's fine arrangement is an excellent choice for either concert or contest...

One of the most exciting of Verdi's works, this ballet scene is a favorite of opera lovers the world over. As arranged by America's premier orchestra arranger, this selection will sparkle on any progr...

Another in the series of adaptations of the masters by Merle Isaac, himself a master of orchestration for young players. This memorable music is known by concertgoers the world over and is a welcome a...

One of the most unforgettable songs in the repertoire. With its lyrical melodies and rhythmic counterparts, it has become a staple in American music. This easy arrangement retains the dignity of the m...

As we follow the course of the Vltava River portrayed musically in The Moldau, we pass the scene of the wedding depicted in this lovely arrangement. We can watch the dance and enjoy one of the most we...

Finally an easy arrangement of this lovely prelude that is attainable for your young students! This piece maintains the spirit and feel of the original, yet shifting is very minimal and most parts rem...

Highlights from Tchaikovsky's immortal holiday classic are presented in a tightly woven medley with younger players in mind. Full of the color and pageantry presented in the ballet itself, five popula...

Very close to the original, this lovely setting will be perfect for festival or contest. Audience and players can experience the pomp of a royal event! (3:00)

One of the most important works of the 20th century was Stravinsky's ballet, The Firebird. The iconic 'Finale' is now accessible to young players with this effective arrangement by Michael Story. All...

With the melody in all sections, everyone in your ensemble can enjoy the epitome of Baroque string playing. These energetic movements lay well in the hand of the player while making the performers sou...

This seamless medley of the most popular overture themes from the Classical and Romantic periods - a veritable music history listening lesson - will be a sure-fire hit on any concert program. Scored i...

A (Very) Short History of Music is an amazing grade 1 medley of a representative example from each major period of Western music using mostly half and quarter notes. Seamlessly presented by Douglas E....

Barnburner by Michael Story is a dynamic festival selection or concert opener or closer that will grab your audience's attention right from the start. It's full of energy, but very playable for develo...

This suite by Douglas E. Wagner for young string players is drawn from Terpsichore, a major compilation of 312 primarily French dance tunes published in 1612, compiled and arranged by Michael Praetori...

A wonderful string arrangement of this beloved work, Nimrod is the ninth variation from Elgar's Enigma Variations. This setting is perfect for contest!