Classical Music of the Modern Age Sheet Music Downloads

Laura Estes brings us a dynamic and intense work for the earliest musicians in "After Impact." This piece, which uses only the first 6 notes learned, is a great introduction to real music at their fir...

Though it uses only the first six notes students learn, "Credence" was written to bring out the best in your ensemble, making them sound full and mature. This work is a testament to the fact that even...

To Soar with Broken Wings was commissioned in memory of Alex McClurg, a young musician lost too soon to a long battle with cancer. A celebration of life, and a reminder that no matter what struggles y...

Every fall, flocks of up to a million starlings create fluid formations of wheeling and darting birds called murmurations. Composer Peter Terry depicts this sea of birds, whose beautiful, hypnotic mot...

Moonlit Skies is a dramatic work for beginning strings. Full of lush harmonies and lyrical lines, Moonlit Skies will stretch the musicality of young musicians. Ending solemnly, this work is a great ad...

This new work for beginning strings is a great introduction to simple syncopation. Using only the first 5 notes of the D-major scale, Larry's Majestic is perfect for reinforcing note lengths and sonor...

Using only the first 6 notes of the D-major Scale, composer Peter Terry has created a fun and engaging piece that features optional Gioro. This work is also great for introducing lighter articulations...

Tyler Arcari brings us a driving contest piece that is sure to keep your students motivated. Cinematic-like orchestra hits and biting rhythms make for a fun experience, while lyrical contrast in the B...

Composer Sean O'Loughlin continues to inspire students with his dramatic writing, and this string orchestra work is no different. Endeavour is inspired by the brilliant scientists and astronauts that...

This wonderful folk song has been beautifully arranged for string orchestra. On top of a melody that you won't be able to get out of your head, there are ample opportunities to work on lyrical playing...

Newcomer Liam Ramsey-White flies out of the gate with Dragon's Flight! Liam knows how to write for string orchestra and it shows with this dynamic and intense work. Students will take a journey alongs...

The definition of gravitas (dignity, seriousness, or solemnity of manner) perfectly describes the style of this piece. It contains some carefully placed descending dissonance in the introductory mater...

Aliens are here! This exciting new work is full of sound effects, drama, and suspense! Tyler Arcari weaves a dramatic tale of an Alien invasion from above...your attic to be exact! Your students will...

This new work for beginning string orchestra is a great introduction to simple syncopation. Using only notes of the D scale, Acropolis also has a great opportunity to introduce simple slurs and legato...

Ahoy Ye Mateys, your beginning string players will love this pirate inspired piece written in dramatic e minor. The lilting ¾ time will have your musicians and audiences dreaming of adventure on the h...

Make every week sharp week with your beginning string students. Composer Tyler Arcari gives us a fun teaching piece to help students remember their sharps! Every sharp is clearly indicated to reinforc...

With a positive and uplifting theme, this work for beginning orchestra is great for all types of performance. Using a limited range of pitches, this piece is a perfect opportunity to teach the art of...

This fun new ballad from composer Larry Clark is written perfectly for the young String Orchestra. Engaging parts and lines across the ensemble will make this one they ask to play over and over. Wheth...

With pulsing energy from the opening bar, The Knight Errant moves forward with driving precision, building intensity and energy as the piece develops. Composer Alan Lee Silva crafts a tale of a mythic...

Composer Steven Rosenhaus always strives to have his music connect emotionally with players and audiences alike. This energetic work does that and makes you want to dance too! It's truly a "dance of t...

The color is faint but the setting sun still has the power to light up the sky. Yukiko Nishimura's unique harmonic style and beautifully fresh melodic lines will inspire the best out of any performer.

This racing, rhythmic flexible orchestra composition will leave your young ensemble with the sense that they sounded like a professional orchestra. Appropriate for younger groups, the melodic material...

Go on an adventure through the jungle with composer Peter Terry in this evocative two-part work. Golden Dawn starts with a sunrise over the mountains and then evokes the exciting and cheerful enthusia...

Fascination is a tuneful work that gives every section in the orchestra an important part to play. This piece will be good for teaching spiccato bowing techniques with your students. Typical of compos...

Passacaglia Variants is inspired by J.S. Bach's iconic Passacaglia and Fugue in C minor, BWV 582. Composer Sean O'Loughlin brings a wealth of experience to the table. Young musicians will love the fre...