Here is the book I wish I had, back in the 1960s when I first started conducting youth and community orchestras. Daniel Chetel's book will be useful to the neophyte conductor, as well as those of more experience, who are sure to find new and tempting scores to consider.

David W. Daniels, author of Daniels' Orchestral Music

This is a welcomed and long-awaited source for conductors and administrators of educational and community ensembles, in which Chetel mindfully responds to current cultural and artistic challenges of the ever-shifting orchestral world. While including a desperately needed component of underrepresented creative output, this book recognizes the needs of a truly diverse array of ensembles.

César Leal, director of orchestral activities, Sunderman Conservatory, Gettysburg College

Accessible Orchestral Repertoire is a valuable reference resource which will surely take its place on the desk of many conductors. The notes describing the musical elements and musical difficulties of each piece are particularly interesting and useful.

John Nardolillo, director of orchestras, University of Kentucky