Lighter Selections for String Orchestra

Each section plays the melody in this spooky D minor composition. With great opportunities for rhythmic skills, the piece includes hand percussion and space for haunted castle sounds.

The sequel to the popular Rosin Eating Zombies From Outer Space! Students and directors will enjoy giving blood curdling screams, knocking on instruments, and bowing behind the bridge for that

This dark and shadowy waltz elegantly weaves a spell in D minor, dancing through a twisted web of accidentals as it shifts and changes to E minor. Players get to work on extended and low-one finger

Get ready to feel the energy, sense the drive, and dance to the groove with this work that engages every section of the orchestra! Complete with special effects, a pizzicato motive break-down section, and

What could be more joyous than a musical visit to Disneyland? All of the sounds of America's most beloved theme park have been gathered into one exciting medley. This arrangement is packed with Disney

Here's a piece that is pure joy and fun to play any time of the year, with interesting parts for everyone in the familiar key of two sharps.

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

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.

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

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

In this modern twist on Mendelssohn's epic Hebrides Overture, low strings get to dig into energetic accented bass lines as two prominent themes weave through the orchestra. This arrangement is very

Here are all your favorite "scare tactic" tunes, assembled in clever fashion in a quick-fire medley with as many as can fit into two minutes or less. Includes: Jaws; Night on Bald Mountain; Funeral

Generate the hustle and bustle of New York City with this exciting piece that includes a section for improvisation and an optional drum set part. Grand Central is a groovy, energetic work that your students

The stately spirits of soirees past appear, dancing the midnight waltz in The Haunted Ballroom. Dazzle your audience with this chilling yet lighthearted tune, perfect for fall and Halloween

Here's a great recruitment piece! First in the collection is a great medley of famous classical themes, including William Tell, Eine Kliene Nachtmusik, Trepak from "The Nutcracker."

Imagine the easy feeling of a day at the beach, happily soaking in the sunshine! This delightful original piece uses rhythmic syncopations, percussion, and harmonies that evoke a variety of Caribbean