Highland String Orchestra

Representing the transition from the Baroque to Classical period, Johann Stamitz's (1717-1757) Symphony No. 8 reflects the composer's involvement in the Mannheim School where he was one of the primary...

Fast, romantic melodies pass through all the parts, sweeping beneath fiery ostinatos in "Avatar."  This piece is designed to give students experience with the extreme ranges of their instruments -- pl...

Avalanche is an expressive and energetic original composition for beginning orchestra that is also a wonderful teaching piece for bow distribution, lifts, retakes, and string crossing. The 'avalanche'...

This traditional American lullaby has a simple, yet captivating melody. Set securely in the Aeolian mode (natural minor), its rainbow-like phrase begins with upward jumps, and then ends with relaxing...

Inspired by the beautiful Colorado Rocky Mountains, the composer uses interesting harmonies, easy rhythms, and a minor melodic line passed around to different sections to make this grade 2 composition...

This title is available in SmartMusic.

Reminiscent of the music of Ireland, this piece captures the majestic beauty of one of Ireland's most visited natural wonders, the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, which tower over the Atlantic Ocean. Wri...

An excellent teaching and concert piece for 1st year string players! Using only the notes of the D Major scale with all parts staying in first position, this is a lovely setting in which to reinforce...

In this arrangement of the fiddle tune 'Turkey in the Straw,' the turkey has dressed up and gone to the concert hall where its tune is heard in the style of Bach, Rossini, and Strauss, with a cameo ap...

Great fun will be had by all playing in 'cartoon tiptoe' style! The piece also features call-and-response sections that advance good counting and listening skills, a distinctive minor key, and a chanc...

This title is available in SmartMusic.

Imagine a cheery tune Santa's elves might sing while making Christmas toys! This fun polka for beginners stays on the D and A strings, uses only the first finger pattern, and is aimed at developing de...

Based on a French dance tune from the 17th century, this English carol contains a contagious theme set in a rhythmic, toe-tapping arrangement. A chime and orchestral bell part are featured that could...

Unison sections, contrary motion, and a strong rhythmic drive combine to make this exciting piece a sure winner. Plenty of opportunities for skill building and aural training.

This piece will remind audiences of other non-traditional seasonal pieces in the style of American standard songs with their evocations of sleigh rides, apple cider, and cozy hearths. The melodic styl...

As the title suggests, this piece offers an opportunity for players to create a rich and elegant sound by using long, full bows with slurred note passages. Written in 3/4 time using the keys of C and...

A perfect addition for your spooky fall concert! The castanets represent bones rattling and add a scary touch! You can let the string player with the broken arm play the castanet part! Each section of...

Enjoy this lovely transcription from the time of the late Renaissance and early Baroque eras. Sure to delight audiences while bringing an English piece that is heard less frequently to your students.

Sweeping dynamic changes, dark melodies that flow between the sections, and driving ostinatos add to the shadowy allure of the dramatic journey of Harrowland. Teachers will appreciate the technical wo...

Sweeping dynamic changes, dark melodies that flow between the sections, and driving ostinatos add to the shadowy allure of the dramatic journey of Harrowland. Teachers will appreciate the technical wo...

Taking its name from the epicenter of Southern jazz in Memphis, this fun little boogie will get the orchestra moving! Featuring accidentals and chromatic passages throughout, each section gets its tur...

An easier alternative to 'Pomp and Circumstance!' Perfect for graduations and special events with a hopeful, inspirational feel and a catchy melody, this one will make everyone feel upbeat. Premiered...

This original composition is a study in contrasts fueled by relentless rhythmic propulsion. All sections have a chance to be featured as well as accompany. This piece will sharpen your group's ensembl...

This set of two tunes that engage the imagination and are fun - really fun - to play will teach young players to love music. Easy parts that sound great are featured, and all parts have interesting li...

With the same sparkle and energy of its predecessor, 'Adra's Dance,' this new companion piece adds a touch of maturity as Adra's creator, the composer's daughter, has grown into a young lady. Celebrat...