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The noble elegance of Respighi’s marvelous work shines in this arrangement of the Balletto Movement from Suite No. 1. The feel of early music carries through in an arrangement that works equally well for strings alone or with the addition of winds.

This arrangement for strings or full orchestra brings the excitement of the original soundtrack to your young students in a very playable format. If you enjoyed A Bug’s Life, you will enjoy this movie and its music. Duration: 5:30

Long a favourite, this charming folk song dates back to the American Civil War era. Lush with strings alone, this arrangement can also be transformed into a full orchestra setting by adding any or all of the winds. Duration: 2:25

A joyous sense of humor percolates throughout this fresh new work. With interesting parts for all instruments, your students will enjoy the very accessible musical challenge this composition presents. While orchestrated so that it works well with strings and piano only, the piece also takes a wondrous adventure in colour with the addition of the winds and percussion. Duration: 3:05

Blake Neely's Emmy-nominated theme from the television series, Everwood, is a gentle piece with a memorable melody. A great chart to use when introducing 6/8 meter! The pastoral melody and accompaniment figures are passed throughout the orchestra. This arrangement may be played by strings alone, or with the addition of any combination of wind instruments. Duration: 1:40

Featuring: Conga; Rhythm is Gonna Get You. An arrangement suitable for strings alone or strings with winds! Since Victor Lopez was the lead trumpet player and an arranger for the Miami Sound Machine at its height, expect 'the real thing.' If you are looking for a selection that has the sizzle to get your audiences dancing in the aisles, this one is a sure winner! Duration: 2:20

Featuring: Grease; Hopelessly Devoted to You; You're The One That I Want. Just plain fun to play! An exciting, high energy arrangement of three popular tunes that will delight students and audiences! Equally effective using strings alone or with strings and winds. uration 4:00

featuring: American Idiot; Wake Me Up when September Ends; Boulevard of Broken Dreams. The Best of Green Day incorporates three of the most popular cuts from this classic album with music running the gamut of styles from hard rock to a gentle ballad. You'll also find plenty of material in the medley for teaching intonation, balance, rhythmic development, form and style. Duration: 4:20

A wonderful patchwork quilt of Handel’s well-known melodies that concludes with an excerpt from the famous 'Hallelujah' chorus! The beautiful 'Largo' from Xerxes, Handel’s famous carol 'Joy to the World,' and a chorus from Judas Maccabaeus complete the work. Include the optional piano or winds to vary the texture of the piece. Duration: 4:35

Featuring: Mexico; Only One; Your Smiling Face. Harmonically colourful and reminiscent of an unforgettable era, this smooth, mellow piece showcases the best of James Taylor’s unforgettable hits. Lush Grammy-award winning tunes for string orchestra that can only be enhanced with the addition of any combination of winds. A great exercise in key changes! Duration: 4:50

The suspenseful and lovely themes from this thrilling film by M. Night Shyamalan will delight your students. An equally great arrangement when played by strings alone or with any combination of winds. The musical themes appear in short clusters creating serene musical moments in a very refined setting. Duration: 3:15

Featuring: The Syncopated Clock; Sleigh Ride; Blue Tango; Plink, Plank, Plunk; Serenata) This collection of five of Anderson’s famous melodies is a must for all orchestras who study American composers, and a favourite for any concert. The arrangement is orchestrated at the intermediate level, but advanced ensembles will also find it enjoyable. Perform it using string orchestra with piano accompaniment or with the addition of winds. Duration: 6:15

A striking fanfare announces this fantasy for orchestra that conjures up visions of knights and kings, wizards and sorcerers. Outstanding teaching opportunities abound in this driving and dynamic composition. Duration 3:35

Relive the days of yesteryear in this fabulous setting of the music from the original score to the 1938 Robin Hood movie! The splendor of Korngold’s classic score evokes the feel of Sherwood Forest in a rich piece accessible for a middle level or advanced orchestra that sounds lush with strings alone or with the addition of winds. Strong melodic content and rich harmonies create an exciting musical experience.

Siyahamba (pronounced: See-yah-hahm-bah), is adapted from a traditional song of the Zulu people, originating in the KwaZulu province of South Africa (now a part of Natal province). With strong ties to the apartheid movement, this tune, with its bold major sixth and seventh leaps, has a resolutely hopeful quality about it. The setting is straightforward, and uses persistent ostinatos in the bass line and percussion parts to provide an energetic background while propelling the theme forward. Several 'call and response' patterns that are characteristic of African music have also been incorporated into the musical structure. Duration 1:40

Featuring: Power of the Sun; You're Not One of Them; Superman Theme; Can You Read My Mind? (Love Theme from Superman). A super hit! The excitement, rhythmic drive and harmonic color of the original score are maintained throughout this arrangement of blockbuster, iconic melodies. Duration: 3:22