Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.38405S

Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Arranged by Michael Story. Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Orchestra Expressions. Form: Overture. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-38405S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.38405S).

UPC: 038081437378. English.

200 years after the event it commemorates, let's celebrate Tchaikovsky with a very playable reduction of his great overture. Perfect for festival or contest---or just for fun, using paper bags for the canon effect!

About Orchestra Expressions

< p>Play great songs such as Over the Rainbow, Batman, This Land Is Your Land, and Star Wars (Main Title). Listen to and play a variety of styles of music: popular, traditional, classical, folk and patriotic. Read and write music; compose and improvise. Perform in a concert and play for your family and friends. Be a conductor of the orchestra. Learn about composers, such as Antonin Dvorak, Johann Pachelbel, Jacques Offenbach, Pytor Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Giuseppe Verdi, George M. Cohan, George Frideric Handel, Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Giacomo Puccini, Georges Bizet, Neal Hefti, and John Williams. Discover how music and art are related. Learn about a variety of musical ensembles including string orchestra, full orchestra, mariachi band, steel drum band, dixieland jazz band, rock band, and more. Play music from around the world, including North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Africa.

Concert Band; Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.49119

Composed by Vince Gassi. 5 or More; MakeMusic Cloud; Mixed Instruments - Flexible Instrumentation; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Solo Small Ensembles. Challenger Band Series. Score and Part(s). 155 pages. Duration 2:35. Alfred Music #00-49119. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49119).

UPC: 038081563497. English.

This version of Where Stand the Dauntless by Vince Gassi is part of our Alfred FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments---wind, strings, and percussion, including like- or mixed-ensembles with as few as 5 players. The suggested instrumentation and a customizable Teacher Map will help you plan out how to best assign parts to suit your ensemble's needs. It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys.

A fanfare, a lyrical theme, and driving energy embody the spirit of the dauntless---the brave and amazing young musicians of Dolphin Senior Public School in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Where Stand the Dauntless by Vince Gassi is an exciting work---and a perfect concert opener and contest piece. (2:35)

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Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.40456

Composed by Erik Satie. Arranged by Bob Phillips. Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. 20th Century; Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score and Part(s). 72 pages. Alfred Music #00-40456. Published by Alfred Music (AP.40456).

UPC: 038081459752. English.

This stunning, minimalist piece is extremely playable with the melody in all sections. With an emphasis on slow bows, the easy rhythms and notes are very true to the original. The first violins play F-natural. This piece will take your breath away! Correlates to Sound Innovations Book 2, Level 2.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.49453S

Composed by Jordan Schmidt, Kane Brown, Matt McGinn, and Taylor Phillips. Arranged by Douglas E. Wagner. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Pop Intermediate String Orchestra. Country; Pop; Pop/Rock; Radio. Score. Duration 1:50. Alfred Music #00-49453S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49453S).

ISBN 9781470660802. UPC: 038081577593. English.

Country music singer and songwriter Kane Brown's music has soared to the top of the charts within a few short years, winning the American Music Awards category Favorite Country Male Artist twice (2018 and 2019), along with Video of the Year in 2021. Like I Love Country Music, arranged by Douglas E. Wagner, is from the artist's third studio album Different Man, released in 2022, and is full of all the American country music feels. So much fun to play! (1:50).

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.35909S

Arranged by Sandra Dackow. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Orchestra Expressions. Folk; Light Concert; World. Score. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-35909S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.35909S).

UPC: 038081420080. English. English Folk Song.

This humorous folk song arrangement should be performed at a brisk tempo. The counterpoint makes it great fun to toss the theme around the sections! Correlated to Orchestra Expressions, Book 2.

About Orchestra Expressions

< p>Play great songs such as Over the Rainbow, Batman, This Land Is Your Land, and Star Wars (Main Title). Listen to and play a variety of styles of music: popular, traditional, classical, folk and patriotic. Read and write music; compose and improvise. Perform in a concert and play for your family and friends. Be a conductor of the orchestra. Learn about composers, such as Antonin Dvorak, Johann Pachelbel, Jacques Offenbach, Pytor Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Giuseppe Verdi, George M. Cohan, George Frideric Handel, Ludwig van Beethoven, Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Giacomo Puccini, Georges Bizet, Neal Hefti, and John Williams. Discover how music and art are related. Learn about a variety of musical ensembles including string orchestra, full orchestra, mariachi band, steel drum band, dixieland jazz band, rock band, and more. Play music from around the world, including North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Africa.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.38423S

As performed by Lady Gaga. Composed by Fernando Garibay, Paul Blair, and Stefani Germanotta. Arranged by Patrick Roszell. Full Orchestra; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Pop Intermediate Full Orchestra. Light Concert; Pop. Score. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-38423S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.38423S).

UPC: 038081436661. English.

Yes, Lady Gaga! This hip pop song is sure to be an over-the-top hit with both your students and audience alike! Ranking #3 on the US Billboard Hot 100, it is from Lady Gaga's second studio album, Born This Way.

Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.46703S

Spanish Dance. Composed by Bob Phillips. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Latin; Multicultural. Score. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-46703S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46703S).

ISBN 9781470653620. UPC: 038081539140. English.

A perfect rhythmic skill-builder, this exciting piece by Bob Phillips uses classic Spanish rhythms and the famous Andalusian chord progression found in the music of Spain, Central America, and South America. All sections get to play the melody as well as the driving Spanish rhythms in Danza Española. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.48061

As Performed by Imagine Dragons. Composed by Benjamin McKee, Daniel Platzman, Daniel Reynolds, Daniel Sermon, Justin Tranter, Mattias Larsson, and Robin Fredriksson. Arranged by Victor Lopez. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Pop Concert String Orchestra. Pop/Rock. Score and Part(s). 132 pages. Duration 2:35. Alfred Music #00-48061. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48061).

ISBN 9781470664602. UPC: 038081558653. English.

Believer, performed by Imagine Dragons, is one of the top selling singles in the past few years. The driving rock shuffle of this arrangement for string orchestra by Victor López will appeal to both students and audience. A memorable international gem that will rock the house. (2:35) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.48070S

Composed by Chris M. Bernotas. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Novelty. Score. 8 pages. Duration 2:15. Alfred Music #00-48070S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48070S).

UPC: 038081556154. English.

Special effects, pizzicato, and a variety of dynamics will make Robot Factory by Chris M. Bernotas exciting for your beginning orchestra students. The key of E minor provides a dark sound, and all sections get to play the energetic melody! This piece will be a great feature or perfect closer to any contest or concert. Correlated to Sound Innovations from String Orchestra, Book 1, Level 4. (2:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.48061S

As Performed by Imagine Dragons. Composed by Benjamin McKee, Daniel Platzman, Daniel Reynolds, Daniel Sermon, Justin Tranter, Mattias Larsson, and Robin Fredriksson. Arranged by Victor Lopez. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Pop Concert String Orchestra. Pop/Rock. Score. 12 pages. Duration 2:35. Alfred Music #00-48061S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48061S).

ISBN 9781470664619. UPC: 038081558660. English.

Believer, performed by Imagine Dragons, is one of the top selling singles in the past few years. The driving rock shuffle of this arrangement for string orchestra by Victor López will appeal to both students and audience. A memorable international gem that will rock the house. (2:35) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.44859S

As Performed by Bruno Mars. Composed by Bruno Mars, Charles Wilson, Devon Gallaspy, Jeff Bhasker, Lonnie Simmons, Mark Ronson, Nicholaus Williams, Philip Lawrence, Robert Wilson, Ronnie Wilson, and Rudolph Taylor. Arranged by Michael Story. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Pop Intermediate String Orchestra. Funk; Pop/Rock. Score. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-44859S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.44859S).

UPC: 038081521817. English.

One of the biggest hits of 2015 and the winner of the GRAMMY Award for Record of the Year in 2016, this funky offering is playable by your young-to-intermediate string orchestra. This effective arrangement simplifies many of the rhythms while maintaining the infectious groove of the original tune.

Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.49008S

Featuring: Jump / Panama. Composed by Alex Van Halen, David Lee Roth, and Eddie Van Halen. Arranged by Victor Lopez. Full Orchestra; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Pop Intermediate String/Full Orchestra. Pop/Rock. Score. 24 pages. Duration 4:05. Alfred Music #00-49008S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49008S).

ISBN 9781470646868. UPC: 038081566092. English.

Van Halen Hits, arranged by Victor López, will treat your students and audience to a Van Halen classic rock tour at your next program. This ultimate classic rock medley showcases Panama and Jump, two of Van Halen's biggest hits. Released in 1984 and still hot today, these tunes will definitely get your audience jumping in a heartbeat. This arrangement will work great with strings and percussion alone or full orchestra. (4:05) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3.5

SKU: AP.48066

Composed by Leroy Anderson. Arranged by Chris M. Bernotas. Full Orchestra; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Pop Concert Full Orchestra. Form: Dance. Light Concert; Rock. Score and Part(s). 196 pages. Duration 3:00. Alfred Music #00-48066. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48066).

UPC: 038081557557. English.

Brilliantl y scored and in a friendly key, Blue Tango by Leroy Anderson, arranged by Chris M. Bernotas, will highlight your symphony orchestra in any concert or festival. This classic reached the top of the Billboard charts in the early 1950s and will be a favorite for both your students and audience. Closely arranged to the original, the beautiful melodies, full range of dynamics, and clearly marked articulations will provide excellent teaching moments and exciting performances. (3:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.47460

Composed by William Henry Monk. Arranged by Michael Kamuf. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Score and Part(s). 78 pages. Alfred Music #00-47460. Published by Alfred Music (AP.47460).

UPC: 038081547404. English.

This piece provides a wonderful opportunity to teach phrasing, balance, and dynamics to your developing string orchestra. The beautiful melody is passed throughout the orchestra while other sections provide rich harmonic accompaniment. A perfect selection for contests or festivals, it will inspire students to express themselves musically. (Correlates with Sound Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 2, level 2).

Concert Band; Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.49165

Composed by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin. Arranged by Michael Story. 5 or More; MakeMusic Cloud; Mixed Instruments - Flexible Instrumentation; Performance Music Ensemble; Quartet; Single Titles; Solo Small Ensembles. Pop Beginning Band. Classic Pop; Jazz. Score and Part(s). 76 pages. Duration 1:45. Alfred Music #00-49165. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49165).

UPC: 038081563671. English.

This version of I Got Rhythm arranged by Michael Story is part of our Belwin FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments---wind, strings, and percussion, including like- or mixed-ensembles with as few as 4 players. The suggested instrumentation and a customizable Teacher Map will help you plan out how to best assign parts to suit your ensemble's needs. The 4-part instrumentation will support balanced instrumentation of the lower voices. It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys.

This timeless George and Ira Gershwin jazz classic has been covered by dozens of popular artists. The song remains one of the most recognizable melodies from the 20th century. In a charismatic contemporary arrangement, I Got Rhythm is accessible to first-year students and will be an upbeat addition to any program. (1:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Orchestra - Grade 2-4

SKU: AP.49064S

Composed by Mark Wood. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Mark Wood Series. Pop/Rock; Rock. Score. Duration 4:30. Alfred Music #00-49064S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49064S).

ISBN 9781470647858. UPC: 038081567075. English.

This multi-level piece includes a full set of parts for grade 2 as well as a full set for grade 4 ensembles. Mix and match the parts as you need---perfect for mixed-ability ensembles!

The traditional bolero is a moderately slow dance in triple meter which originated in late 18th century Spain. Since then it has spread to other countries and become transformed in the process. The Cuban bolero became a bit faster in tempo and duple in meter. In the U.S. it became a staple of competitive ballroom dancing, even faster and in 4/4 time. Maurice Ravel's Boléro for orchestra harkens back to the slower Spanish dance in three. Wood's Bolero by Mark Wood, on the other hand, focuses on the American version but maintains elements of the dance's origins and first iterations. For string orchestra with optional rock rhythm section parts. (4:30)

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Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.49921

Main Theme. Composed by Lorne Balfe. Arranged by Chris M. Bernotas. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Pop Concert String Orchestra. Light Concert; Movie; Pop. Score and Part(s). Duration 2:25. Alfred Music #00-49921. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49921).

ISBN 9781470659417. UPC: 038081576671. English.

The powerful theme from the action-packed DC Superhero adventure Black Adam comes to life in this fantastic arrangement by Chris M. Bernotas. The epic theme is dark and bold, and all sections of the string orchestra have engaging and exciting parts. The original score by Lorne Balfe is brilliant. This arrangement will be a hit at your next concert. (2:25).

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.49919

Composed by Benjamin McKee, Daniel Platzman, Daniel Reynolds, Daniel Sermon, Mattias Larsson, and Robin Fredriksson. Arranged by Victor Lopez. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Pop Intermediate String Orchestra. Light Concert; Pop; Pop/Rock; Radio; Rock. Score and Part(s). Duration 3:10. Alfred Music #00-49919. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49919).

ISBN 9781470662103. UPC: 038081579306. English.

Give your students and audience a special treat with this outstanding arrangement of Bones by one of the most compelling bands in the world. Veteran arranger Victor López crafted a chart that is easy to learn and teach. This piece has all the elements of a top-notch pop tune. (3:10).

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.48063S

As Performed by Kenny Loggins. Composed by Giorgio Moroder and Tom Whitlock. Arranged by Michael Story. Full Orchestra; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Pop Intermediate String/Full Orchestra. Movie; Pop. Score. 16 pages. Duration 2:10. Alfred Music #00-48063S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48063S).

ISBN 9781470655099. UPC: 038081557540. English.

Your orchestra will rock the audience with Michael Story's arrangement of Kenny Loggins' hit Danger Zone from the movie Top Gun. This flexible arrangement will work for string orchestra alone, or with as many added winds and percussionists as possible, up to full orchestra. A perfect choice for a departmental collaboration or any pops concert. (2:10).

Orchestra - Grade 1-2

SKU: AP.49069S

Composed by Mark Wood. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Mark Wood Series. Pop/Rock; Rock. Score. Duration 3:40. Alfred Music #00-49069S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49069S).

ISBN 9781470647810. UPC: 038081567037. English.

This multi-level piece includes a full set of parts for grade 1 as well as a full set for grade 2 ensembles. Mix and match the parts as you need---perfect for mixed-ability ensembles!

Hunters of Avatar by Mark Wood captures the energy of new string players, filled with awe and fire, depicted by incorporating body movements, stomping, and shouting. Inspired by characters in the movie Avatar, orchestra musicians are conveyed as a type of string warrior. For string orchestra with optional rock rhythm section parts. (3:40)

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Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.46705S

Composed by Chris M. Bernotas. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for String Orchestra. Light Concert. Score. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-46705S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.46705S).

ISBN 9781470655532. UPC: 038081539164. English.

Sparks by Chris M. Bernotas will light up the concert hall with energy and excitement. A variety of textures and techniques are featured, and everyone in the string orchestra has an important role. Suited well as a concert closer or festival piece, your students will want to play this one over and over again! Correlated to Sound Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 2, level 2. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.