George Sweet’s music is always carefully written from a harmonic standpoint. Even though this work is more up-tempo - the harmonic sensibilies we know and love from George are on full display.
Grade Level: 1.5 Copyright: 2022 Series: Harmony String Orchestra…
Style: String Orchestra
Composer: George Sweet
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
Festive and fun, composer David Hind’s Festive Carousel is a wonderful addition to any concert program. Work on articulations and delicate entrances with this energetic new work for string orchestra.
Grade Level: 1.5 Copyright: 2020 Series: Harmony String…
Style: String Orchestra
Composer: David L. Hinds
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
(Silent Night, Scarborough Fair)
Scarborough Fair and Silent Night are wonderfully beautiful works in minor keys. Who would have thought that mixing them together would work so well? Paired perfectly with the String Ensemble, arranger Tyler Arcari has woven…
Style: String Orchestra
Composer: Tyler Arcari
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
This setting of the 17th century Christmas Carol Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella will be a great addition to your holiday library. Full of musical opportunities, young musicians will find ample opportunities to grow. Perfect for any holiday concert.
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Style: String Orchestra
Composer: Tyler Arcari
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
Grab your sword, don your armor, and raise your shields. This is the beginning of a great adventure! Liam-Ramsey White has given younger musicians something truly fun to play!
Grade Level: 1.5 Copyright: 2022 Series: Harmony String Orchestra Series
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Style: String Orchestra
Composer: Liam Ramsey-White
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
Written as a follow-up to composer Tyler Arcari’s widely popular work Acidic, Alkaline takes an ironically less “basic” approach in this accessible work for developing string orchestras. The introduction features a clever ostinato pattern that will transport…
Style: String Orchestra
Composer: Tyler Arcari
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
Your students will have a great time with this rollicking new composition from Eric Davis. It is also a fantastic way to reinforce eighth-quarter-eighth syncopation. Your whole ensemble will be all stars with this fun-filled piece.
Grade Level: 1.5 Copyright…
Style: String Orchestra
Composer: Eric B. Davis
Publisher: Kendor Music Publishing
A New Beginning
Jeff Frizzi is well known for his music for developing string orchestras and this piece is destined to become a staple of the repertoire at this level. Bold e minor harmony and driving rhythms paired with a flowing B section make this an ideal…
Style: String Orchestra
Composer: Jeff Frizzi
Publisher: Kendor Music Publishing
With a heroic fanfare-like main theme and a dreamy secondary theme, this excellent concert opener is the perfect way to make an opening statement. The low strings will love showing off some power! Who would have guessed young musicians could sound so mature…
Style: String Orchestra
Composer: Larry Clark
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
The composer describes this work as the feeling you get, awakening from a slumber, only to realize that you have exciting things to do today. Bolting out of bed in a rush, Awakening by Bud Woodruff aims to capture the spirit of that great morning phenomenon.…
Style: String Orchestra
Composer: Bud Woodruff
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing