Classical Music of the Modern Age Sheet Music Downloads

The only dynamic level is forte, and the tempo marking is moderately fast. Violin 1 uses the E string only as an open pitch, with everything else on the D and A strings. Parts are usually in unison. O...

This is a beautiful chorale in 3/4 which is very easy for the first-year string player. Violin 2, viola, and bass parts are all written on the D and A strings only. Violin 1 uses the E string sparingl...

Les provides extensive rehearsal notes on how to teach this piece to your beginners. With its repetitive and simple rhythms, students can learn this piece in very little time. In addition to being fun...

By Lauren Bernofsky This short and delightful five-movement suite is based on life in a medieval castle. Lauren's expertise as an accomplished violinist and composer shines through in this wonderful c...

This classical style arrangement from Lauren Bernofsky works well as a concert opener. Everyone in the ensemble has interesting parts, and students can listen for slight variances in the melody as the...

As the composers write: "Lighthearted with a hint of macabre, this composition evokes images of ghosts, goblins, and other spirits engaging in a haunting graveyard gavotte." A very clever piece which...

Stephen Bulla, arranger for the White House Orchestra, has set this spiritual in a swing style. This delightful crowd pleaser will help teach basic swing concepts to your beginning orchestra members.

The classic tune, Li'l Liza Jane is given a western treatment by veteran composer, Stephen Bulla. The opening hoedown sets the mood for this light concert piece which includes a brief violin solo. Eas...

Showcase your beginning strings with this easy pizzicato piece in the classic Leroy Anderson style. Lauren Bernofsky uses a cuckoo clock motive presented in just three-part harmony for performance fle...

Energetic and growling music that tells a captivating story within an exciting rhythmic texture. Just what are those Goblins cooking up in their pot? Keith Sharp's flexible scoring provides melody and...

David Shaffer cleverly combines swing and straight playing in this novel arrangement of Joshua Fit de Battle of Jericho. Players immediately get into the groove by snapping their fingers on the offbea...

Originally for violin and piano, Robert D. McCashin has done an outstanding job of making the Largo and Allegro from Telemann's Sonata in G accessible to string orchestras. The opening movement offers...

Celtic in style, this programmatic work follows a waterway, from gentle meandering beginnings to turbulent white-water adventures. After a lyrical and flowing beginning, the piece eventually moves int...

Incredible performance flexibility makes this warm, lyrical selection perfect for any director with musicians of varying ability. Optional easy melody parts are included for every instrument so you ca...

Soon Hee Newbold explores the colorful traditions of Spanish festivals in her latest symphonic work. From their fascinating dances to the infamous bull fights, these festivals will come to life right...

Soon Hee Newbold explores the colorful traditions of Spanish festivals in her latest symphonic work. From their fascinating dances to the infamous bull fights, these festivals will come to life right...

This clever work introduces a melody that is "chased" around various sections of the ensemble using different performance techniques. Easy-to-achieve harmonics add flair as your group tears through a...

Take a journey on the Oregon Trail and experience the sense of adventure the pioneers felt in the American West. Great for any concert, this light work is extremely well scored and has a wonderful mel...

Using a pizzicato ostinato, this delightful composition will introduce your students to minor keys and interesting but simple musical counterpoint. Lighter themes blend with lyrical lines to create an...

Liven things up with this spirited and adventurous piece that is fun for the whole orchestra! Highly rhythmic and energetic, this work will surely keep the audience on the edge of their seats. After t...

Based on the small constellation Equuleus ("The Foal" or "Little Horse"), this rich symphonic work celebrates the life of a student originally from Poland who loved horses and had dreams of joining th...

Inspired by the poem of 19th century English poet Christina Rossetti (also the author of "In the Bleak Midwinter"), Frog and Toad provides a wonderful change of pace. The frog theme is lighthearted in...

Learn to swing with three bears that can really groove! No rhythm section is needed in this fun original that includes everything from written solos in most instruments to a tremolo "growl." During th...

Let your bass section shine and groove in this upbeat medley of funk, swing and good ol' fashioned rock 'n' roll! Opportunities for improvisation are included (with written parts as well) and an optio...

Let your bass section shine and groove in this upbeat medley of funk, swing and good ol' fashioned rock 'n' roll! Opportunities for improvisation are included (with written parts as well) and an optio...