Highland String Orchestra

The violins carry the duet lines all while in 1st position while the other sections have challenging arpeggios creating a beautiful string transcription that is very close to the original. Perfect to...

This skillful arrangement is based on an American square dance tune: 'Come Dance, Josey.' Mark Williams has simplified the rhythms but preserved the vitality and energy of a good old-fashioned square...

Winner of the Texas Orchestra Directors Composition Contest, this superb three-movement work is an excellent showcase for your orchestra. Titled "Square-Dance," "Round-Dance" and "Triangle Dance," the...

This fascinating original by Richard Meyer incorporates easy mixed meter, modal scales and driving syncopations to create a level of excitement not often found in works at this grade level. The energe...

The Korean folk song "Ahrirang" is presented in this exquisite arrangement for strings and orchestra bells by Richard Meyer. The bell part may also be performed by handbell choir, if desired. An excel...

This humorous nod to the "B" monster movies of the 1950s is sure to be the hit of your next concert! The blood-curdling scream in the introduction sets the mood for the wild ride ahead. A great way to...

This very creative settings of the extremely popular Taiwanese folk song has been designed to help the student orchestra develop a sensitive and lyrical style. Accompanied by lush, modern-sounding har...

Your cellos and basses will shine in this fun, educational, and very playable section feature by Richard Meyer. A great introduction to ragtime, this charming work uses the harmonies and stylistic fea...

This original work depicts an exciting performance given by a troupe of acrobats, jugglers and gymnasts. Full of energy, it gives high school-level orchestra members a chance to show off their technic...

They're baaaaack! Treat your string orchestra to the sequel of the wildly popular Rosin Eating Zombies from Outer Space. New special effects and a delightful "zombie love theme" are added to this high...

The Idylls of Pegasus depicts the adventures of the wondrous winged horse of Greek mythology. From the birth of Pegasus, to Pegasus ascending to Olympus, this wonderful programmatic work in six distin...

This original piece features three soloists and the use of only one bow throughout! Your audience will be captivated as they watch the violin, viola, and cello soloists pass a bow amongst themselves w...

Energetic and "hard-driving" best describe this tour de force for high school orchestra. Two solo violins and a solo viola introduce this piece through a haunting, lyrical theme. The theme is subseque...

Hear what happens when Beethoven meets Mozart, Offenbach, Brahms, Handel, Bach, Saint-Saëns and Rossini in this clever arrangement that combines "Ode to Joy" with some of the most famous melodies in t...

Richard Meyer has done it again! You audience will be transfixed by this stunning work which depicts "El Dia de los Muertos," or the Day of the Dead-a celebration that is observed in Mexico and other...

You've seen Superman, Batman, and Spiderman, now meet "Stringman"-the superhero for today's string orchestra! Your students and audience will love following the adventures of Stringman as he comes to...

Written in the style of an overture, "Dreams of a Midsummer Night" is not a tone poem depicting specific actions in the play, but instead uses themes to represent characters in Shakespeare's beloved c...

Using compositional techniques pioneered by modernists such as Philip Glass and Steve Reich, Richard Meyer has created a hypnotic and fascinating journey into the world of minimalism for the student o...

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This Irish tour-de-force runs the gamut of emotions. An aggressively rustic opening makes way for a joyful and catchy original jig in the style of Holst's 'Dargason.' A flowing, legato setting of the...

Step aside, Dark Knight and Spiderman, the 'Emerald Falcon' has flown into town! Your high school orchestra will love the dark harmonies and driving rhythms of this exciting new overture, written in t...

This original selection will challenge every section of your high school string orchestra both musically and technically. A jazzy, rhythmically intense mood dominates much of the piece, but makes way...

Written in honor of the Texas Orchestra Directors Association 50th anniversary, Lonestar Variations is the perfect way to show off all facets of your orchestra's playing abilities. The five variations...

Get your audience involved in this fun, interactive piece designed to break the 'fourth wall' that divides performers and listeners. Fresh and hip-sounding, this creative selection is a clap, stomp, a...

Fashioned in the style of a Debussy piano prelude, this delicate piece is a refreshing break from the ordinary. Your students will love the Impressionistic colors and harmonies of this selection, and...