Classical Music for String Orchestra

From the comic opera filled with pirates, Turkish princes, kidnapping and daring rescues, Mozart's The Abduction from the Seraglio is the piece of music that generated the (possibly fictional) "too

An excellent work for string orchestra! Perfect for both rehearsal and performance, this is a superb selection to develop confidence in each section and in each individual player. Recorded by the Michigan

What a wonderful choice for a holiday concert! Corelli's "Concerti Grossi" are brilliant examples of Baroque orchestral writing, with many sequences, chain suspensions, and sharp dynamics. This is one of

Vivaldi's multi-movement masterpiece will serve as a real inspiration for the mature string orchestra. Beautifully scored, Ralph Matesky's arrangement will be perfect for four outstanding soloists with your

Scored for strings, harp (keyboard) and two violin soloists, this ethereal setting retains the form and texture of the original while bringing it to a student-friendly level. Melodic material is passed

This spirited, well-loved work by Georges Bizet is an absolutely delightful work for both rehearsal and performance! Recorded by the Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD, Teaching Music Through

An excellent medium-easy arrangement of the beloved chorus from Handel's "Messiah." Some shifting is required in first violin, celli, and bass parts, with divisi in upper string parts as well. 

This famous Baroque fugue is excellently arranged by Francis Grant, and appears on several state festival lists. Not only is this one superb for concerts and contests, but there's a wealth of material for

Great fun and a whole lot more! This exciting, familiar work will give new life to your rehearsals and will be a standout at any concert. Enjoy!

Tchaikovsky's most famous march exemplifies the spirit of 19th century nationalism as it was growing in Europe. This exceptional arrangement set in A minor (a more comfortable key than the original Bb

"Always merry and bright" is how Grainger described this cheerful tune! Composed in the style of the traditional English Morris Dance, this completely original work has all the energy and spirit of

This is a challenging and inspiring arrangement for strings of Dvorak's exciting full orchestra masterpiece. Harry Alshin has masterfully maintained the essence of the piece while bringing it technically

For decades, the skilled arranging of the late Merle Isaac made great works playable by developing orchestras. Here he presents the beloved "Nutcracker" in two sets that sound like the originals. Feature a

First it was the choral masterpiece from Lauridsen. Then it took the instrumental world by storm as a concert band arrangement.  But it has never been available for strings - until now! A serene and

Experience the thrill of Beethoven's original symphony in this multi-level arrangement for string or full orchestra! Beginners will feel successful playing the familiar melody from their method book

The "Peer Gynt Suite" themes are among the most recognizable in classical history - many of us have Saturday morning cartoons to thank for the initial exposure. This arrangement of the four movements by

The mere mention of the name Copland suggests American music. Most familiar is his ballet suite "Rodeo," but his film score to the movie "The Red Pony" is just as enjoyably characteristic. "The Red Pony" is

This scherzo-like 2nd movement from Mahler's "First Symphony" is a vigorous, exuberant work that evokes rustic good times. Excellent for building confidence and teaching aggressive playing, this is a superb

Here is music from Haydn's days!  Composed late in his career, "The London Symphonies" came after the death of Mozart, and before the first symphony of Beethoven, and were literally the pinnacle of the