Lighter Selections for String Orchestra

Imagine yourself just strolling down Bourbon Street and taking in all of the nonstop live music. This original tune is a rare opportunity for school string ensembles to explore the jazz idiom. Lots of

Contains two old fiddle tunes named Rakes of Mallow and Red Wing. The arranger has created a fun musical environment that has lots of unexpected tunes and touches popping up throughout the

Ear-igami is a fascinating musical tribute to the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. Instead of a bow, each performer uses a piece of paper to make sounds and to "play" their instrument. Your

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.

One of the most famous and best-loved paso dobles ever written in a setting for string orchestra! Fiery rhythms and sweeping Spanish melodies make this an outstanding change of pace for concert or festival

This bold Spanish composition includes easy solos for violin and cello. The excitement and color of the bullfight are displayed in the playable music.

With a blend of Celtic and American fiddle tunes, this tuneful medley begins with Star of the County Down in a moderate 3/4 and intensifies with two Irish jigs, Another Jig Will Do

Get your audience's toes tapping! This Grade 3 arrangement of Scott Joplin's famous ragtime tune is perfect for introducing your orchestra to syncopated rhythms and exploring easy double stops. Originally

An ideal piece for early string orchestra! Although it can be played by any student who has learned the D scale, this creative composition makes it sound much harder than it is. Thanks to some contrary

Intense drive, impulsive rhythms, and an unrelenting intensity make this a must for every Grade 3 string orchestra. The orchestration relies on a required piano part, but everyone shares in the melodic

A nautical theme right from the start! You can feel the swell of the waves in the violas and cellos. Sea breezes are played by the seconds using easy open-string crossings. The main theme is energetically