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08/27/2026

A Visit to Bucharest offers student orchestras a chance to explore the captivating sound world of Romanian folk music. With melodic material shared across the ensemble, every player becomes part of the storytelling. Its A minor setting adds a touch of realism and depth, making the piece as rewarding to perform as it is to hear.

A Visit to Bucharest offers student orchestras a chance to explore ...

08/26/2026

Originally composed for piano by American composer Amy Beach, Bal Masqué captures the elegance and lively excitement of a masked ball and makes a vibrant addition to any collection of works by female composers. All parts except second violin require shifting—ranging from sixth position in first violin to modest third‑ and fourth‑position work in viola, cello, and bass. The piece frames a more challenging E‑flat major middle section with bright outer sections in G major, and melodic material is shared across all parts except the bass, which provides a classic waltz foundation.

Originally composed for piano by American composer Amy Beach, Bal M...

08/25/2026

Caverns Aglow invites students into a glowing underground world while giving them hands‑on experience with compound meters like 12/8, 9/8, and 6/8. Hemiolas, shifting keys between A minor and A major, and a wide palette of articulations keep every player engaged. With solos for all instruments and independent melodic lines across the ensemble, this piece strengthens confidence while sparking imagination.

Caverns Aglow invites students into a glowing underground world whi...

08/24/2026

This full‑length arrangement of “Baba Yaga” and “The Great Gate of Kiev” faithfully captures Mussorgsky’s dramatic contrasts and Ravel’s bold orchestral colors while being fully playable by an intermediate string orchestra. To preserve the richness of the original scoring, violin and cello divisi are used throughout, along with carefully chosen enharmonic rewrites and simplified finger patterns to support developing musicians. “Baba Yaga” features aggressive, off‑the‑string bowing at the frog and spooky pizzicato effects. “The Great Gate of Kiev” includes bell‑like sonorities and spacious, resonant textures, along with chant‑like lines for single players without vibrato. Optional percussion and harp parts add color and atmosphere.

This full‑length arrangement of “Baba Yaga” and “The Great Gate of ...

08/23/2026

Procession of the Mystics invites listeners into a shadowed world where distant drums echo across ancient landscapes and enigmatic figures emerge from the haze. Chromatic harmonies, shimmering tremolos, and eerie sul ponticello textures create a soundscape that feels both otherworldly and alive. With optional percussion adding depth and tension, student orchestras can conjure a haunting soundtrack worthy of a magical realm.

Procession of the Mystics invites listeners into a shadowed world w...

08/21/2026

We are excited to announce this year's Editors' Choice titles!
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08/19/2026

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08/13/2026

Symphony No. 2: Mvt. II. Scherzo delivers a thrilling Romantic-era experience with flexible instrumentation that allows more students to participate in a full symphonic sound. Bursting with character, the movement offers a wide variety in articulation and expression, giving students meaningful opportunities to shape musical style. United melodic lines bring strings and winds together, helping young musicians experience blended timbre and ensemble cohesion. With its dramatic energy and sweeping impact, this scherzo makes a powerful and exciting concert closer.

08/12/2026

Méphisto Masqué, originally composed for orchestra by African‑American composer Edmond Dédé, channels the sly spirit of Mephistopheles, making it an ideal highlight for any Halloween concert. A slow, expressive introduction opens into a lively D‑minor polka that whirls toward a dazzling frenzy of sixteenth notes. Technique is built with manageable but skill‑appropriate shifts (in all parts except second violin), simple double‑stops, brief artificial harmonics for first violin, and short solo moments for violins and cello, including an exciting violin cadenza. Dark, energetic, and a little devilish, this piece brings a dramatic spark to any program.

Méphisto Masqué, originally composed for orchestra by African‑Ameri...

08/11/2026

To the Thawing Wind captures the vivid imagery of classic poetry through sweeping lines and expressive musical gestures. Articulation, tempo, and dynamic nuance give performers rich opportunities to shape every phrase with intention. With engaging melodies and supportive roles throughout the ensemble, this piece brings the poetry’s spirit to life in sound.

To the Thawing Wind captures the vivid imagery of classic poetry th...