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 playing. We know your audience will enjoy this musical…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
The holiday season is a time of joy, merriment, excitement, and traditions. One such time-honored tradition is the holiday string concert, which is often the debut performance for young musicians. This event is a celebration, not only of the holidays, but…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
The holiday season is a time of joy, merriment, excitement, and traditions. One such time-honored tradition is the holiday string concert, which is often the debut performance for young musicians. Angels in the Halls will enable beginning string students to…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
This delightful waltz gives your performers and audience the feeling of a lovely ride on an old-time carousel. As you circle around, the carousel horse gently moves up and down to the soothing music. The piece then moves to a melancholy theme as the ride is…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Erica Donahoe
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Take an uplifting journey with Fortune Favors the Bold! Students will find success with its wonderfully scored melodic material and unique harmonic sound. A Charming new work for developing ensembles.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2020 Publisher: Excelcia Music…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Furusato, a very famous Japanese song about one’s hometown, has been beautifully arranged by composer Yukiko Nishimura. Play this piece, looking fondly back on your hometown, where you grew up, and where your journey began.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2021…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Teiichi Okano, Yukiko Nishimura
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Newcomer Erica Donahoe gives us a piece that could easily fit on any contest and festival program. Full of opportunities for advanced playing by each section of the string orchestra, this piece fits on any concert program.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 2021…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Erica Donahoe
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Written in G minor and using primarily the pentatonic scale, students will love the dark and brooding sound of this piece. Cello and Bass players are featured throughout with exciting bass lines that define the piece. The entire orchestra will have lots of…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Erica Donahoe
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Featuring snippets of Jingle Bells, Auld Lang Syne, Joy to the World, and more, this musical mash-up includes all the holiday hits! Students will have fun learning this upbeat number with arrangements that are accessible and interesting. Mistletoe Mix-up will…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Erica Donahoe
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Looking out over dark ocean waters inspires feelings of awe and anxiety. It is the visceral thrill of the unknown that walks the razor’s edge of excitement and terror. Composer Matthew R. Putnam depicts just that with this riveting piece for young string…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing