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Victor Lopez has crafted this exemplary arrangement of tunes from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory™.  With all the exuberance of the original Danny Elfman blockbuster film score, the arrangement contains, “Main Title,” “Wonka's Welcome Song” and “Augustus Gloop.” Join the fun with this arrangement which works equally well for string orchestra or full orchestra.

Eighteen instantly recognizable tunes of the season are packed into this brilliantly conceived medley, sure to delight your December audiences. Familiar carols and instrumental favorites come together in a seamless scoring that utilizes moderate ranges and accessible rhythms. Variety and color abound with the mood changing every four to eight measures, and as is the case with this series, the work may be effectively performed by string as well as full orchestras.

Disco dancing on Saturday night in the city! This original tune by Bob Cerulli can be played by strings alone or with any combination of winds.

A fabulous setting of this great show tune by Ralph Ford! From the Broadway musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, this tune will be a sure audience-pleaser. This may be played by strings alone or with any combination of winds.

From the fertile creative genius of film composer Danny Elfman comes his imaginative score and songs for Tim Burton’s Academy Awards nominee for Best Animated Feature. There are no major technical impediments for players in this arrangement that should easily come together in rehearsal. The medley (which may be performed with string or full orchestra) includes: “According to Plan,” “Remains of the Day” and “The Wedding Song.” Great fun for all!

With rich, diverse cultural history, New Orleans is considered to be the cradle for many American music genres. Mixon presents a medley of folk tunes associated with this region and presents them in popular indigenous styles. Though replete with spirited, rhythmical sections that will keep toes tapping, the piece concludes with “Jolie Blonde”, a sentimental and nostalgic anthem for Louisiana and this great city.

Jack Bullock has crafted this exemplary medley from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™.  With all the exuberance and passion of the original Patrick Doyle blockbuster film score, the arrangement contains, “Hogwarts’ Hymn,” John Williams’ “Hedwig’s Theme,” “Harry in Winter,” and “Potter Waltz.” A comprehensive musical journey to accompany the fourth classic book in the series, this arrangement works equally well for string orchestra or full orchestra.

More Harry! Bob Cerulli's fantastic arrangement of the closing theme from the movie blockbuster, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™, captures the essence of the magic of the high school years. This piece may be played by string alone or with any combination of winds as well.

Elmer Bernstein's exciting theme from the classic western will certainly liven up your concert. This arrangement includes Bernstein's rousing introduction and a nice variation of the main theme for strings. This arrangement will sound full with strings only or winds may be added.

Breathtaking! A lovely piece with strings alone or with the addition of winds for concert and contest. Brahms’ original scoring of this marvelous piece was for organ and 4 part chorus. It dates from the same period as his famous German Requiem. Much of the beautiful solemnity of the Reqiem is evident in this Motet as scored for orchestra by Jerry Brubaker.

La Traviata, an opera in three acts written by the Italian composer, Guiseppe Verdi (1813-1901), has become a favorite of opera lovers the world over. It contains some of the most beautiful of Verdi's melodies and begins with a short orchestra prelude. A worthy addition to any orchestra program, this arrangement for intermediate orchestra can be performed by String Orchestra alone or with the addition of any instrument up to full orchestra.

Give your students the opportunity to rock 'n' roll this Halloween with three classic pop tunes in one easy medley. Everyone will remember “Ghostbusters,” “Monster Mash” and “Scooby Doo, Where are You,” specifically scored for your intermediate string or full orchestra.

It don't mean a thing if it don't got that swing! Totally hip and features the bass! Students will feel soooooo cool playing this setting of Up on the Housetop. A great vehicle to develop the feel of swing eighths. This may be played by strings alone or with any combination of winds.

You'll be startled at the bold presence and sonority of this fresh new work for your middle school string or full orchestras. Created by Robert W. Smith, “Symphonic Statement” is dedicated to his daughter, Savanna Grace Smith.