Classical Music for String Orchestra

Written in the 'Manheim' style (utilizing unique dynamic effects) and completed sometime between 1741 and 1746, Stamitz's Symphony No. 3 is actually likely his first completed symphony. It was

This unique arrangement fills the need of directors looking for a more substantial yet playable version of Dvorak's beloved Largo. The arranger has made sure that all the themes are represented and

Beautiful, and a bowing study, all in one! The slow tempo allows the performer to listen to the intonation while focusing on bow control. This expressive, classical work is perfect for contest or

Dvorak's orchestral setting of the American Spiritual Going Home is a cornerstone of the symphonic repertoire. This arrangement is slightly abridged for difficulty but still contains all the

These two movements are taken from a trio sonata by William Boyce. The lyrical Largo section is a wonderful opportunity to teach legato, and the Allegro movement reinforces fugal writing

Celebrate this popular 17th-century French composer noted for his prodigious compositional output. The Largo will feature the beautiful, rich tone of your ensemble while the Allegro offers lively

This passage from Dvorak's famous symphony "From the New World" has been expertly arranged for school orchestras by Sandra Dackow. This easy arrangement remains entirely in first position. It requires some

With Bach's death quickly approaching, this "deathbed chorale" was the last piece of music he ever wrote. Filled with long phrases of complex counterpoint and intense emotion, your students and audience can

From one of Rameua's opera-ballets, this dance composed in rondo form is a true gem! A few moments of shifting for first violins and basses.

Not to be confused with J.S. Bach's Little Fugue, Handel's Little Fugue in C major is a great introduction to the form. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD "Teaching

The grand style of a Tchaikovsky symphonic march is ideal for developing string groups with this impressive ensemble piece from Robert Longfield. Lots of dynamic and style changes in a comfortable march

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

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

This well-known a cappella choral work of Bruckner is beautifully re-scored, and gives a wonderful opportunity to experience expressive playing for string orchestra.

Replete with grand, sweeping melodies, unexpected harmonic twists, and an irresistibly joyous mood, this arrangement of Haydn's lyrical symphony is guaranteed to captivate. The perfect introduction to the

The sixth movement from Percy Grainger's masterwork Lincolnshire Posy lends itself very well to string orchestra performance. This arrangement is designed to make this tuneful piece very playable

Composed in the style of a Scotch reel, here is a lively quickstep march honoring Simon Fraser, the fourteenth Lord Lovat. This arrangement is a fusion of march and fiddle tune that lies perfectly under the

This arrangement in three movements is an excellent introduction to Edvard Grieg's expert compositions. Selected from several of his earlier works, these movements are a mixture of lyrical and lively