Driving rhythms abound in this original contest work. Performable by string or full orchestra, the piece is contemporary in nature and includes a mysterious section that has the upper strings using natural harmonics. Full of energy and vitality!

Clare Grundman will be long remembered for his exquisite symphonic works of American music, and American Folk Rhapsody has remained one of his most beloved. This superb piece, originally written in 1948, is a wonderful example of his exceptional writing/arranging skills. Including: My Little Mohee (more commonly known as On Top of Old Smokey); Shantyman's Life; Sourwood Mountain and Sweet Betsy from Pike, this is an outstanding, proven work for both concert and contest. Perfect for band directors who know this work well and want to work with strings!

We are pleased to reintroduce this classic Americana style work from Clare Grundman, arguably one of educational music's most widely-played arrangers. With exquisite simplicity, this medley is true to Grundman form with carefully crafted American folk songs in a symphonic setting. Includes: Billy Boy; Skip to My Lou and Shenandoah.

Performed by orchestras across the country, this magnificent piece is a patriotic tour de force. Based on When Johnny Comes Marching Home, Gould's composition is an outstanding showpiece for mature orchestras.

This powerful work based on the greek goddess uses syncopation and accents to build tension and captivate the audience. The main moods in the work are marked "Allegro con Fuoco" and "giocoso"' as the music moves from a serious minor mode sound to a major key ending.