Once you hand out this effective blues-rock tune to your young players they will want to play it every day! Set in first position only and skillfully arranged to sound authentic, while playable for young
A gentle and expressive piece for intermediate orchestra that will help teach the fine art of legato playing. The optional piano part adds to its beauty and provides an exquisite change of pace for any
"Celtic Bell Carol" is a clever and entertaining twist on the traditional holiday favorite. The arrangement begins with solo violin evoking mysterious images of Celtic dancers as they prepare for their
Based on What Child is This? and O Come, O Come Emmanuel, this creative arrangement is for jazz ensemble with strings, allowing directors to combine the school's string orchestra with the
An entertaining pizzicato piece that is totally cool! Lots of easy syncopation and it includes optional snare drum and piano parts. Fun for the whole group.
The Intermezzo from Mascagni's "Il Cavalleria Rusticana" is one of the most beautiful moments in all Italian opera. In this accessible arrangement, your students will be able to experience the
Transport your audience to sunny Italy with this exciting medley of some of Italy's most well-known and beloved songs. Your students will enjoy performing Vesti La Giubba from "Pagliacci,"
This well-known theme from Tchaikovsky's ballet "Swan Lake" is beautiful, mysterious, and filled with emotion. Arranged for string orchestra with a solo violin, this classic symphonic melody provides
The "Little Symphony for Strings" contains four contrasting movements in the classical style, presented in under four minutes. Composed by pianist, conductor, and teacher Carl Reinecke, it was intended as a
This romantic melody originally composed for piano became the basis of the popular song "Melody of Love" in the 1950s and '60s. Now available in an elegant arrangement for string orchestra.
A unique composition built on alternating 3/4 and 2/4 measures that will challenge and engage your developing orchestra. Manageable ranges, great rhythmic teaching material, and an edgy sound of danger
A superb pizzicato piece with a great south of the border sound. Includes optional parts for piano, bongos, claves and maracas.
A spirited piece at a brisk tempo that will be fun for students and audiences alike. The middle section gives all the lower instruments a chance to shine with some easy but effective chromatic runs.
This original work imitates the late Baroque and early Classical composers.
This beautiful setting of the familiar carol will be the centerpiece of your holiday concerts. Lush harmonies and flowing counterlines combine to give a new, fresh sound to the timeless melody. Encourages
Add the school's string orchestra to the jazz band with this creative and effective rock chart on this fun holiday classic! The melody is traded from section to section, giving each a "day" in a predictable
Here's a real showstopper for your next Christmas or Holiday performance! A delightful composition which will add luster to any concert. Includes optional sleigh bells, wood blocks, and piano parts and even
Paul Clark's clever arrangement of We Three Kings combines a string orchestra with a jazz band for a totally unique holiday concert experience! There are no solos, just heavy-duty,