This is an Easy Level piece for String Ensemble written by music educator and composer Tom May.
Based on the famous Canon in D by Pachelbel, this work helps students reinforce basic rhythms using minims, crotchets and quaver note rhythms and rests and repeated quaver note figures with a feature moment and entrance for each section. This is an outstanding performance ensemble piece for students in their first stage of learning.
Pirates of Caribbean arranged for String Orchestra
Disney's adventure film has become a must-see for audiences of all ages. Ted Ricketts adapted the film score for string ensembles with this well-paced medley that captures the most dramatic moments from the original soundtrack.
Wild West Hoedown Level 2.5
This bright change-of-pace work evokes the toe-tapping sounds of the old west as settlers circle the wagons round for a Saturday night hoedown. Featuring athletic, yet very playable fiddle-style tunes that wander throughout the ensemble, the music also uses simple double-stops and contrasting rhythms that keep things moving along.
Hamilton is without question the most creative, talked-about musical to hit Broadway this millennium. In this standout selection from the show, the lead characters lay out their plans for victory, despite their personal hardships. Arranged for strings and a vocalist by Paul Lavendar and Larry Moore, this is a clever way to connect orchestra students with contemporary music.
