Christmas and Holiday String Orchestra Music

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

Subtitled Fatto per la notte di Natale, or "made for the night of Christmas," Corelli's Christmas Concerto stands as one of the finest concerti grossi of the Baroque era. All solo parts have been

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

Here is the original and beloved fantasia that calls for string orchestra, harp, and two soloists-usually flutes but often substituted with violins. This lush arrangement of the English folksong is a

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. 

A bright, sparkling setting of O, Come Little Children that will delight audiences and players. This arrangement includes optional sleigh bells.

Just for strings, at a perfectly playable level, this arrangement is sure to become a mainstay of your library. It is quite faithful to Handel's choral setting, which has become a perennial addition to

From "Messiah," this impressive standard work will be a strong addition to any Christmas concert. To help students deliver an inspiring performance of this immortal theme, all parts include an abundance of

This creative arrangement develops the iconic rhythmic motif from first movement of Vivaldi's Winter from "The Four Seasons." Arpeggiated patterns in the lower strings realize the implied harmonies

This rich, lush Christmas carol has been expertly arranged for string orchestra. Each section of the orchestra is featured in the presentation of the gorgeous tune, and if you listen closely you'll hear a

In a delightful setting that is incredibly accessible, this arrangement of In the Bleak Midwinter allows young ensembles to play a holiday alternative by Holst.

This work uniquely transforms the beauty of the second movement of Vivaldi's famous "Winter" concerto and weaves it into the excitement of the first movement. The perfect selection for your winter

Bookended with the familiar strains of Mozart's Eine kleine Nachtmusik, this arrangement combines familiar classical themes about night and winter - including melodies from

Handel meets Beethoven for a little holiday cheer! Blending well-loved themes from both masters, Carrie Gruselle crafts a regal work for the holiday season that's sure to spread joy year after year.

This audience favorite has been masterfully arranged to keep all of the intensity and excitement of the original! All of the technical demands such as pizzicato, hooked bowing, light bouncing bows and

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

A great choice for the holidays or any time of year! These timeless melodies are set entirely in first position. Sections include March; Waltz of the Flowers; Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy

Excerpts from The Nutcracker that sound like the original, yet are playable by developing students! Thanks to the astute arranging of Roy Phillippe, strings at the medium-easy level will find it

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