Based on a tale from the late 1800’s, The Phantom Coach will take your group on a journey through a cold winter’s night on a midnight mail run that is headed for an unexpected destination. Your studen...
Balancing sinister themes with bold harmonies, this impressive work was inspired by a historic figure of the middle ages. Regular doublings between Violin II and Viola, as well as octaves between cell...
This expressive lyrical work reminds us of the beautiful moments in life as we react and interact with forces of nature and our fellow humankind. Featuring several solo opportunities, the composer giv...
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to solve the mystery of the multimeter. This spy themed original work features unpredictable time signatures, secret dynamic changes, and a shocking tw...
This lively and thematic selection utilizes repeated moving eighth note figures that provide an excellent opportunity for technique building at this level. Inspired by Vivaldi’s “Spring” (Concerto No....
The sonic interpretation of a classic mystery novel, this clever composition is complete with elements of intrigue, deception and surprise. This unique work will take your string orchestra on a roller...
Simple, poignant and beautiful, A Mother’s Hymn by Robert W. Smith creates an artistic experience for both string orchestra and audience. Based on an old Swedish melody also known as How Great Thou Ar...
Inspired by the whimsical cowboy artwork of Lloyd Mitchell, Four Portraits for Strings captures Mitchell’s cartoonish, impressionistic style and romanticized notions of the Wild West. Throughout the p...
A joyous celebration of life, this beautiful piece conveys a sense of adventure while reminding us to live life to its fullest. Filled with emotion and uplifting lyricism, the music urges us to dance...
Written for eight percussionists, this brilliant ensemble work centers around an infectious bongo groove. The interplay between parts and within the groove provides an educationally rich and enjoyable...
