

Renaissance Reimagined by Brian Balmages (FJH)
Grade 3.5
Publisher: FJH Music Company
This stunning work pays homage to Renaissancestyle music while completely reimagining it with contemporary twists and turns. Eventually, several lines come together as the music juxtaposes duple and triple meter in an aggressive and glorious musical statement.
Silent Night for String Orchestra (Arr. by Eric Morales, Grade 4)
This arrangement is rich with pedagogical and musical opportunity! Written by a 16-year-old Mozart, it is in Rondo form with distinct key centers to establish hand patterns and excellent intonation. It uses sudden dynamic changes for dramatic effect, reinforces off-the-string bowing, and further develops speed and facility in the left hand. A complete package from the Classical era! (3:45)
Electric Sinfonia for String Orchestra (Grade 2.5) by Lauren Bernofsky
Allegro Moderato (Symph. No. 29) For String Orchestra (by Robert D. McCashin, Gr 4)
Perpetual Fiddle Motion by Brian Balmages Gr2.5