Adagietto for String Orchestra is a musical tribute to the composer's late mother, who instilled in him a deep love of music as a child. Since this relatively slow piece is melodically and rhythmically simple, as well as being marked dolcissimo, performers in…
Style:
String
Composer:
Vincent Kantorski
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Ain’t Got No Penguin Blues is a fun jazzy introduction to the blues form for grade 2 string orchestra. Each section plays the melody and there are opportunities for students to try improvisation and swinging eighth notes.Program NotesAin’t Got No Penguin…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Sarah Siegler
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Doug Beach Music is thrilled to welcome master composer Dave Rivello to the catalog. His new composition Blueprint features a beautiful melody set over a medium straight eighth note groove. Dave’s wonderful scoring keeps all of the musicians involved…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
This light and Bounding work by composer Bud Woodruff is going to be one your students ask to play again and again. Wonderful for working on technique at this level, this accessible work is perfect for festival performance!
Grade Level: 1.5 Copyright: 2022…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
Wingert-Jones Publications
Reminiscent of the exciting call-to-battle themes of our favorite action and superheroes, “Call of Heroes”, with its driving rhythmic pulse, aims to stir the blood and call every hero to action.
Grade Level: 1.5 Copyright: 2022 Publisher: Wingert-Jones…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
Wingert-Jones Publications
This grooving shuffle starts with a bang and keeps on building! Tenor Saxes and Trombone 1 and 2 present the catchy melody with the rest of the band joining in. The half time feel of the bridge is a great contrast to the main shuffle groove. You’ll love the…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
This hard driving shuffle will be a hit with groups at many levels. The combination of a strong melody, an infectious groove and an open solo section make this a winning choice for any program. And, there is a wealth of ensemble work in this chart, too.…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
With an infectious shuffle-funk groove, hip voicings and a strong melody, Grandview Groove is sure to be a hit on any concert. The open solo section provides plenty of space for your soloists to stretch out as well. Scored at the medium level, this Doug Beach…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Publisher:
Kendor Music Publishing
This haunting medley partners two well-known spirituals (Wayfaring Stranger & Goin’ Home) and their promise of a restful afterlife. The gentle and pensive nature of this warm setting with an optional sensitive piano accompaniment will evoke feelings of…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Anthony Susi
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
In Search of Excalibur depicts the medieval quest for the future King Arthur's famous sword. The fast minor melody is played by each section of the orchestra, and the time signature changes and open fifths harken the age of ancient kings and castles. Your…
Style:
String
Composer:
Sarah Siegler
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications