Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra

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Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is for you and your string orchestra to enjoy this colorful work. Although not specifically programmatic, The Chase, by Michael Story, is a distinctive pi...

Armor of the Mystic by Rob Grice is an ominous piece for younger orchestras that offers the opportunity to perform a mature-sounding composition without parts that are too technically demanding. With...

Powerful lines and strong rhythms introduce this journey into mankind's past. Following the dramatic opening, the cello section leads us with a chant-like melodic strain while the upper voices create...

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L'improviste Vignette is a bold and energetic work for young string orchestra by composer and educator Michael Kamuf. The interesting melodic and accompaniment passages will keep all players engaged....

Chasing Shadows by Michael Kamuf features soaring melodies, driving rhythms, and bold harmonies which work together to create cinematic overtones. The use of syncopated rhythms throughout will help re...

The Courage Within, by Michael Kamuf, employs changing textures, driving rhythms, and heroic themes that convey a sense of determination and perseverance. The work creates an opportunity to support an...

Loaded with joyful and optimistic character, this original piece presents two contrasting themes. Moving from the initial rhythmic, fiddling style section into the warm lyricism of an old Celtic air a...

A catchy tune featuring fun fiddling, alternating time signatures, pentatonic patterns, and modulation to the relative major key! This piece is just plain fun for students as well as a definite crowd-...

An exciting up-tempo piece that moves constantly between C major and its parallel minor, providing opportunity for teaching chromatic notes outside of the C scale. With plenty of dynamic contrasts and...

This stirring arrangement of America's other national anthem, from its poignant first verse to the glorious final bars, encompasses the breadth and majesty of this great nation. Using rich harmonies,...

This is an arrangement of 'America the Beautiful' which may be performed with band alone, chorus alone, or band with chorus (octavos are available separately). There are also supplementary string part...

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Two traditional mariachi tunes, 'Alá en el Rancho Grande' and 'La Adelita,' along with a new original, 'Polka de San Antonio' by John Nieto, form a fabulous medley for any happy occasion - any fiesta....

Chills, spills, and trills! Agent Arco faces her most dangerous assignment yet. Being licensed to trill is one of many skills she must use judiciously. Up bow, down bow, you name it, she's on the case...

This arrangement of lovely ballads, vigorous fiddle songs, and simple shaped-note tunes is deeply rooted in early-American folk traditions. The three Christmas tunes 'The Babe of Bethlehem,' 'Jesus, J...

This is the perfect piece to introduce students to some of the unique sounds and basic techniques of Indian music. Authentically written and musically engaging, it features a strong melody and deliber...

The music of Henry Purcell has fascinated musicians and their audiences for centuries. Robert Washburn has chosen three marvelously compatible works from this master: March, from a collection of harps...

A fitting introduction sets the stage for the gorgeous melody that interacts throughout the string ensemble. An intriguing center section develops and brings the listener back to the rich beginning th...

This piece will make your students and audience feel like they are paddling through the waterways of Venice. Optional tremolo imitates the sound of mandolins, and the beautiful melody sounds like an I...

Students will love playing The Ascent by Tanner Otto for its upbeat, driving rhythms and beautiful melodies. This piece begins with a triumphant ostinato pattern that reappears throughout the work. Th...

Heleluyan is a powerful Muscogee (Creek) Nation hymn, born from the strength found during the Trail of Tears. Translating to "Alleluia," its simple melody expresses deep spirituality and the inherent...

Highly rhythmic parts as well as a lush lyric section! Fabulous contrasting styles set the stage for a rhythmic and energetic opening followed by a gorgeous and rich lyric fantasia on the traditional...

Rarely does a work of such exceptional beauty leave such a lasting impression on the classical music world as this one has. Although scored with younger players in mind, this arrangement preserves all...