Small Overture  
by Bob Mathews
Grade 2 1/2 • 3:25 • $38.00 • SO192C
A miniature form of the concert overture, this energetic opener will be fun for everyone. Great melodies in all sections, too!

March Jubilee  
by Kathy Cook
Grade 1 1/2 • 2:20 • $38.00 • SO198C
This triumphal selection was composed by a string music educator who knows what works! This winning composition belongs in all elementary and middle school orchestra libraries.

Bach Cantata No. 99: Chorale  
by J. S. Bach, arr. William Pordon
Grade 3 • 1:55 • $38.00 • SO180C
Mr. Pordon had 300 Bach cantatas to choose from...and picked this wonderfully sparkling Chorale in G Major. A definite precursor to the introduction of the Brandenburg Concerti.

Three Outdoor Sketches  
by Brendan McBrien
Grade 3 • 6:00 • $40.00 • SO194C
Work Song, Twilight, and Men and Machines comprise this 3-movement set depicting active work life outdoors. The sounds of sailors, field workers, bulldozer operators at their busy jobs come to life, but not without the tranquil rest time during a gorgeous sunset.

Girl with the Flaxen Hair  
by Claude Debussy, arr. Deborah Baker Monday
Grade 4 • 2:35 • $38.00 • SO190C
The colors and timbres of this Impressionistic work are incredible. This is a perfect vehicle for students learning about ensemble tone production. It's a beautiful selection for any concert.

Rhythm Sticks  
by Shirl Jae Atwell
Grade 4 • 4:10 • $40.00 • SO191C
Another great composition from award winner Shirl Jae Atwell! Hold onto your hats as you listen to this rhythmically-charged selection. Listen, too, for the unique ways melody, counterpoint, and jazz harmonies are used.

Irish Fantasy  
by Miriam Overholt
Grade 4 • 7:10 • $40.00 • SO195C
Please welcome newcomer Miriam Overholt and her wonderful music to your orchestra! Her original two-movement work features Air and Jig, and both contain gorgeous, soaring, melodies that will be unforgettable.

Fanfare for a Hero  
by Bob Mathews
Grade 2 1/2 • 2:45 •$38.00 • SO193C
This fanfare is dedicated to all heroes past, present, and future. Who are your heroes? Your student's heroes? This richly scored work will be a timely addition to your concerts and will promote significant discussions among your orchestra members.

from Rounds and Canons  
by Louis Bergonzi
Allegro Molto-Salieri
Andante con Moto-Brahms
Allegro Pizzicato-Haydn
These 3 samples represent part of a progressive collection of performance pieces for experienced middle school through advanced high school players. The rounds and canons are provided in round/canon form and also as string orchestra accompaniments. A flexible collection for all libraries!

For Full Orchestra...
Overture*   
by Mary Alice Rich
Grade 4 • 5:15 • $50.00 • O-1079C
Winner of the 2001 Texas Orchestra Directors Composition Contest, this thought provoking work is suitable for contests and festivals. Also includes a "Learning Bank" for extended study opportunities.