Scores for Orchestra

Perfect for any concert setting, this work has it all—fun rhythmic figures, soaring melodic lines, and beautiful harmonies. You'll never be able to tell this piece is written for only three parts and...

Imagine traveling at breakneck speed! This high-wire composition for developing string orchestras is an intense ride from start to finish. Easy eighth-note patterns create an anchor point while the up...

Conjuring images of pure joy, "Soaring Above" has wonderful moments of melodic content for each section, cushioned between light, rhythmic figures that are simply infectious. It is truly a great work...

Written in the style of a Roma dance, "Byzantine Dances" is fast and energetic. Students will love playing in a different style, and directors will find plenty of historical content to teach while lea...

From the opening chord, you know you are in for a wonderfully moving, expressive, lush, poignant, and musical work for the String Orchestra. With a nod to the main Largo theme from Dvořák's "Symphony...

Lightning is an impressive and powerful force of nature, but its strikes are rare and random—just like life. While we can be scared of that uncertainty, we can also be inspired by the beauty of chance...

Written in three, "Magical Gardens" is a poignant and reflective work, intentionally open-ended. Sean's experience with film scoring is on full display, featuring great moments of drama and melodic li...

Lush harmonies dot the page in this wonderful new work for the string orchestra by composer Yukiko Nishimura. The delicate nature of the lily is on display in this joyful and inspired piece!

This cleverly titled dance in 3 will reinforce your ensemble's syncopation skills. Accessible rhythmic patterns and repetition aid in rehearsal and reinforcement of musical skills, providing an enjoya...

A bustle with activity, haggling, beautiful wares, and fast-paced commodities, "The Market Square" is a lively new work for the String Orchestra by Jeffrey Hart! Immerse yourself in this visually evoc...

Musical possibilities abound in this evocative and lyrical work by composer Larry Clark. You'll stretch their musicianship and make beautiful music with this one, guaranteed.

Inspired by the toe-tapping, frenzied accelerando that only comes from the unabated joy of playing music in front of a live audience, "Fiddle Frenzy" is an original take on a classical vibe! Composer...

This beautifully emotive work by composer Yukiko Nishimura is an inspired journey of expressive playing and interesting, moving lines for the musicians. A masterclass in counterpoint, each musical par...

True to form, this cleverly titled work for the earliest musicians is a great piece to reinforce the first few notes learned on their instruments. Laura has a talent for writing music that is engaging...

The swarm is here! Creepy crawlies with wings blot the sky in this exciting and sound-effect-filled work for the youngest of ensembles. Using only the first six notes of the D scale and covering a wid...

In late summer months, the Scottish countryside is covered by the purple heather flower, making the harsh landscape a place of tranquil beauty. This adaptation of the Scottish folk song Wild Mountain...

Inspired by the heartfelt quote, "When given the choice between being right and being kind, choose kind," "Choose Kindness" is a stunningly emotive piece for the full orchestra. With its grand musical...

Fit for film, this colorful tapestry of musical ideas is straight out of a Hollywood classic! Beautifully written and scored for a full sound, "Mosaic" is a fantastic new addition to the string orches...

This work, with a triple-meter feel, is scored in three parts, which Alan does so well. Full of fun rhythmic beats followed by sweeping and soaring melodies, this new piece is what dreams are made of!

Every bit of you will want to get up and move your feet, from the tip of the bow to the downbeat! This epic hoedown by composer Sean O'Loughlin is an original yet familiar romp for the string orchestr...

Inspired by train rides through the countryside, this full orchestra work depicts our diverse landscape from vast plains to majestic mountains; from forests and streams to large cities. Rich in histor...

This junior level full orchestra piece explores three tableaus of human/equestrian collaboration: one dignified and martial, a second festive and light-hearted, and a third tranquil and thoughtful. Al...

This haunting, powerful and aggressive work draws inspiration from a type of strobe light device that can potentially put an observer into a state of "threshold consciousness" (the idea of being half-...

Explore Middle Eastern sounds with this work that combines traditional folk songs with original music. After a haunting opening, authentic Middle Eastern percussion instruments create the groove that...

This dramatic work for symphony orchestra is a perfect opener or closer. From mysterious and dark melodies to driving rhythmic lines and a relentless pulse, the music provides an opportunity to showca...