Sheet Music by Women Composers for String Orchestra: Artistic Excellence

Riveting! Take a journey with the legendary hero Perseus in this dynamic and stunning symphonic work as he slays the snake-haired Medusa and rescues the princess Andromeda. From the opening rhythmic f...

Reminiscent of the Dark Ages when kings ruled and knights protected, this fantastic work for beginning strings has an epic sound. Optional percussion adds a regal feel and sets the perfect mood for li...

Reminiscent of the Dark Ages when kings ruled and knights protected, this fantastic work for beginning strings has an epic sound. Optional percussion adds a regal feel and sets the perfect mood for li...

Travel beyond the stars and journey to the constellation Orion in this riveting work of epic proportions! Beginning with a haunting lyrical cello solo, the music soon moves into a flurry of activity t...

The nonstop movement of a millipede takes center stage in this piece that focuses on eighth notes and bow arm technique. Using simple finger patterns, this piece shares a humorous take on the misunder...

Journey to the vast countryside of Scotland as you imagine the sound of bagpipes rolling over a heather moor. Memorable melodies abound in every part, portraying the strength and pride of the Scottish...

Major or minor? Natural or harmonic? B? or B?? These are the questions posed in this jaunty 6/8 tune that explores contrasting D Major and D minor modalities. In addition to its musical value, use thi...

Major or minor? Natural or harmonic? B? or B?? These are the questions posed in this jaunty 6/8 tune that explores contrasting D Major and D minor modalities. In addition to its musical value, use thi...

Intense drive, impulsive rhythms, and an unrelenting intensity make this a must for every grade 3 string orchestra. The piano is essential, everyone shares in melodic performance, and the exuberance o...

Hola, Violas is an excellent way to highlight the viola section in your orchestra. The words, "hola, violas" provide the samba rhythm on which the piece is based. The piece is in E minor and its harmo...

Soon Hee Newbold captures the medieval spirit with a contemporary sound in this powerful new work, inspired by tales of heroic knights. The different sections are titled: Castle Court, Cathedral Hymn,...

Drawing from the diverse and unique scenes of the United States, this soaring work pays tribute to majestic mountains, vast plains, lush forests, deserts, small towns, and large cities. Inspired by mo...

Reminiscent of the Dark Ages when kings ruled and knights protected, this fantastic work for beginning strings has an epic sound. Optional percussion adds a regal feel and sets the perfect mood for li...

Showcase a student or bring in a guest artist to perform with your beginning students! Included are advanced solo violin and viola parts along with easier violin and viola solos as an option. Highligh...

Spotlight on Strings level 1 offers a unique approach that teaches students to play with all four fingers on all four strings from the very beginning. A logical sequence of technical exercises, progra...

Level 2 builds on the concepts introduced in level 1 by opening with a review of the major and minor fingering patterns on all four strings. Attention throughout the method is given to presenting mate...

3 movements entitled, The Quiet Trail, Ridin' the Ridge, and Campfire comprise Ms. Gazda's newest composition

Composer/Arranger Doris Gazda discovered a beautiful Mexican song Saludo A Santo San Francisco while visiting the San Xavier Mission located south of Tucson, Arizona.á This mission serves as an active...

He knows when you are sleeping, and he's sneaking in the shadows of your Christmas tree! This piece features classic holiday tunes that transform into a top-secret mission with some fun percussion eff...

No bows required! This unison pizzicato piece for beginning strings and piano is perfect for the very first concert. Using only quarter rests and quarter notes of the D major scale, the upbeat tune gi...