Highland String Orchestra

A beautiful exploration of programmatic music and tonality/modality in four movements! Although all four snapshots of Wisconsin appear to be in the key of G (one sharp), closer examination finds four...

A beautiful exploration of programmatic music and tonality/modality in four movements! Although all four snapshots of Wisconsin appear to be in the key of G (one sharp), closer examination finds four...

4th movement - Very faithful to the original but arranged with the younger player in mind, this setting of an orchestral staple has it all, and is sure to challenge every section of your orchestra. Th...

Very faithful to the original but arranged with the younger player in mind, this setting of an orchestral staple has it all, and is sure to challenge every section of your orchestra. The lyrical openi...

4th movement - Very faithful to the original but arranged with the younger player in mind, this setting of an orchestral staple has it all, and is sure to challenge every section of your orchestra. Th...

This high energy, rhythmically driven piece is fun to play for any grade level and any size group. It features easy rhythms and techniques such as detaché bowing, tremolo, accents, pizzicato, and a fe...

This high energy, rhythmically driven piece is fun to play for any grade level and any size group. It features easy rhythms and techniques such as detaché bowing, tremolo, accents, pizzicato, and a fe...

This high energy, rhythmically driven piece is fun to play for any grade level and any size group. It features easy rhythms and techniques such as detaché bowing, tremolo, accents, pizzicato, and a fe...

Both joyous and playful as the title indicates, this snappy composition crackles with life and 'what's next?' moments. Get ready to syncopate and play off the string! Inspired by Haydn's brand of musi...

Both joyous and playful as the title indicates, this snappy composition crackles with life and 'what's next?' moments. Get ready to syncopate and play off the string! Inspired by Haydn's brand of musi...

Both joyous and playful as the title indicates, this snappy composition crackles with life and 'what's next?' moments. Get ready to syncopate and play off the string! Inspired by Haydn's brand of musi...

Here is an ideal way to introduce young string players to simple, yet endlessly fascinating Baroque variation technique. Above a stately bass line appears a series of contrasting textures, each requir...

Here is an ideal way to introduce young string players to simple, yet endlessly fascinating Baroque variation technique. Above a stately bass line appears a series of contrasting textures, each requir...

This Haydn quartet movement is a powerful example of the 'Storm and Stress' style (Sturm und Drang) favored by the composer in many of his famous symphonies. Set in the dark key of D minor, rhythmic a...

This Haydn quartet movement is a powerful example of the 'Storm and Stress' style (Sturm und Drang) favored by the composer in many of his famous symphonies. Set in the dark key of D minor, rhythmic a...

This Haydn quartet movement is a powerful example of the 'Storm and Stress' style (Sturm und Drang) favored by the composer in many of his famous symphonies. Set in the dark key of D minor, rhythmic a...

Inspired by the composer's Hungarian ancestry, and reminiscent of Brahms' 'Hungarian Dances,' this major work is very attainable for advanced middle school or high school string orchestra. The violin...

Inspired by the composer's Hungarian ancestry, and reminiscent of Brahms' 'Hungarian Dances,' this major work is very attainable for advanced middle school or high school string orchestra. The violin...

Inspired by the composer's Hungarian ancestry, and reminiscent of Brahms' 'Hungarian Dances,' this major work is very attainable for advanced middle school or high school string orchestra. The violin...

Directors, students, and audiences alike will enjoy this cherished and well-recognized piano melody arranged in G Major for string orchestra. Perfect for working on tone, string crossings, and dotted...

Directors, students, and audiences alike will enjoy this cherished and well-recognized piano melody arranged in G Major for string orchestra. Perfect for working on tone, string crossings, and dotted...

Directors, students, and audiences alike will enjoy this cherished and well-recognized piano melody arranged in G Major for string orchestra. Perfect for working on tone, string crossings, and dotted...

The myth of the minotaur - half-man, half-bull - has haunted generations since it was first told centuries ago. This colorful tone painting will give your advanced high school orchestra a real workout...

Adapted from a dance tune of the 1600s, this is a lively tune and very dance-like. The melody is light-hearted and carefree. As with any dance music, maintaining the rhythmic vigor is crucial. Gaiety...

Hoist the Jolly Roger and break out the cutlasses! With the added percussion, this piece is a fun and exciting introduction to the key of D-minor, reminiscent of the glory days of piracy, certain to e...