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One of the first pieces written exclusively for bands, this movement includes a very lyrical melody reminiscent of British folk music that lends itself perfectly for orchestral use. Included is an opt...

One of the most important works of the 20th century was Stravinsky's ballet, The Firebird. The iconic 'Finale' is now accessible to young players with this effective arrangement by Michael Story. All...

This catchy, high-spirited, and great-sounding arrangement of the popular Brazilian Carnaval song features bouncy yet repetitive eighth note patterns and contrasting styles. Arranged by Michael Story,...

This exciting new work by Michael Story is based on the style of the lively 19th century Bohemian dance of the same name. It is full of contemporary sounds, stylistic contrasts, and some easy quartal...

Make your holiday concert sparkle with this great arrangement by Michael Story of Tchaikovsky's popular classic from The Nutcracker! Though a solid grade 1, this setting of 'Russian Dance' (or 'Trepak...

Make your holiday concert sparkle with this terrific new arrangement called 'Chant de Noël,' based on the popular Christmas carol 'Sing We Now of Christmas' and arranged by Michael Story. Varying text...

Varying styles and an exciting accelerando at the end make this piece a solid choice for concert or festivals. 'Korobushka' (The Peddler) is a Russian folk song and dance. It is based on a poem writte...

Zombies are everywhere these days---at least in songs, movies, and on TV! This original piece is a tip of the hat to the wildly popular sci-fi craze. Written for first year orchestra students, 'Zombie...

Barnburner' by Michael Story is a dynamic festival selection or concert opener or closer that will grab your audience's attention right from the start. It's full of energy, but very playable for devel...

La vostra missione, se deciderete di accettarla, è quella di far godere a voi e alla vostra orchestra d'archi questo lavoro colorato. Sebbene non sia specificamente programmatico, The Chase, di Michae...

I brani si susseguono così velocemente che tutti ascoltano con attenzione per cogliere ogni cambiamento. Ora, per il vostro avventuroso concerto di primavera, arriva questa versione "Readers' Digest"...

Energetic eighth notes highlight the chase of alternating hands in this D minor study for the intermediate level pianist. There are shifts in touch and dynamics and a generous use of the keyboard.

This series of music is designed to capture each performer's sparkle, enthusiasm and creativity. The rich sonorities and colorful pedaling reflect the variety of sentiments the jewel titles portray. I...

This intermediate piano solo begins with a swirling, rising right-hand melody that falls on a descending scale. The middle section, marked dolce, is a peaceful interlude before the return of the storm...

Lasting Impressions is a collection of original pieces written in a variety of major and the corresponding relative minor keys. For early intermediate to intermediate pianists, this book offers teache...

A Federation Festivals 2014-2016 selection.

Evoking a small seaside village on the northeast coast of England, this Early Intermediate solo by composer Randall Hartsell develops expressive phrasing and lyrical playing. This piece is in the key...

The flowing, romantic style of this piece will appeal to junior high and high school students. Ease in learning is facilitated through the use of many patterns, both rhythmic and melodic. A variety of...

Students will have no trouble imagining a camel caravan moving slowly through the desert on a moonlit night as they perform this solo. Written in A-B-A form, the right hand melody and the left hand ac...

A lone guitar player comes to mind with the harmonies and rhythms used in this solo for the right hand alone. Careful voicing must be used to bring out the treble staff melody. The music provides an e...

Did you see that? What was it? Students will have no problem imagining mysterious shadows with this lively yet mysterious-sounding solo. Written in D minor, the left hand is an excellent study of harm...