Apex String Orchestra

This intense grade 3+ work, subtitled A Hero's Destiny, conjures images of a Viking warrior preparing for battle and seeking glory through his conquests. The opening section features a flowing melodic...

Grade 4 groups will enjoy this well-arranged piece from Reinhold Gliere's classic ballet The Red Poppy. Using a theme and variation form, John Caponegro has included all the tempo changes that are idi...

Audiences will be transported back to ancient Egypt in this haunting work inspired by Shu, the god of wind. By using authentic Egyptian motifs, it will capture the imaginations of players and audience...

A staple of orchestral literature since its first performance in 1831, this arrangement presents four themes of the original and contains lots of drama and even more excitement.

This grade 4 arrangement contains selected themes from the 1st Movement of Symphony No. 41, K. 551. This was Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's last symphony composed before his death, and clearly shows his br...

This arrangement of the second movement of the Concerto in D (43:D7) for Trumpet, Two Oboes and Continuo is arranged here for grade 3 groups. This exciting and cheerful Baroque gem keeps all the secti...

Inspired by the beautiful landscapes the composer has seen on long road trips across the U.S., this powerful original features the pandiatonic harmonies and open-sounding intervals (fourths and fifths...

The massive wind turbines that spread throughout the plains and oceans are the inspiration for this work. A great contest piece in G minor, this grade 3 composition uses chromatic open 5th passages an...

This multi-faceted musical canvas presents a number of signature themes and moods that can portray specific characters and scenes invented by your students during rehearsals. It includes popular compo...

Designed for grade 3 ensembles, this is a wonderful work for any string orchestra looking for an upbeat and festive piece. Complete with memorable themes and flowing melodic lines that will give your...

This dramatic grade 3 work blends blues and bluegrass elements, and provides special exposure for cellos and basses while keeping the rest of the orchestra actively involved in a very exciting perform...

This multi-faceted musical canvas presents a number of signature themes and moods that can portray specific characters and scenes invented by your students during rehearsals. It includes popular compo...

Using the universal language of music, this inspired original creates moods and visual scenes that will capture everyone's imagination. As conditions in our atmosphere, such as cloud formations, come...

Students will love playing this overture that has been popularized in recent commercials and movies. The signature Rossini crescendo is well represented, and the music features a humorous interplay be...

This introduction to Act 3 of the opera Carmen by Georges Bizet is a very melodic and lyrical piece. Arranged here at the grade 4 level in the key of D major, each set includes three copies of the 3rd...

From Orpheus In The Underworld, Act 2 by Jacques Offenbach, this grade 3+ arrangement keeps the brilliance and excitement of the original. And, of course, the instantly recognizable Can Can section is...

This grade 4 arrangement offers all the original themes from Giuseppe Verdi's famous work including the popular Va Pensiero. All parts are interesting and the various tempos make for an exciting, dram...

This iconic piece by Giuseppe Verdi is presented here in B minor and G major. This allows the violins to really soar while all parts have melodic interest. True to the original, the optional percussio...

Here is an appealing string arrangement of Gioachino Rossini's famous work. Careful scoring and performance options make this Overture an entirely playable grade 3+ piece, yet appropriately challengin...

Students will love playing this overture that has been popularized in recent commercials and movies. The signature Rossini crescendo is well represented, and the music features a humorous interplay be...

Get ready to feel the energy, sense the drive, and dance to the "groove"! Complete with string SFX, a pizzicato motive break-down section, and optional hand percussion throughout, all help to create a...

Get ready to feel the energy, sense the drive, and dance to the 'groove”! Complete with string SFX, a pizzicato motive break-down section, and optional hand percussion throughout, all help to create...

We are pleased to offer this lush grade 3+ arrangement of the world famous song by Spanish composer Sebastian Yradier. In the style of a Habanera, the characteristic and distinct rhythm reflects the f...

We are pleased to offer this lush grade 3+ arrangement of the world famous song by Spanish composer Sebastian Yradier. In the style of a Habanera, the characteristic and distinct rhythm reflects the f...

Latin inspired passionate expression abounds in this grade 4 original, subtitled River Of Fire. The dynamic, tempo and textural contrasts, as well as soloistic opportunities will provide great materia...