Original Concert Works for String Orchestra

Inspired by old Northern European and Scandinavian fiddle music, this piece paints a picture of war long ago while also reflecting on the frustration and challenges of current events. Expose your students

Inspired by a photo of a ghostly, forgotten ballroom in Shanghai, Phantom Waltz is a melancholy echo of the past. This 6/8 piece features two solo cellos, melodramatic melodies,... view details

Perfect for young orchestras, this Halloween bass-tacular features the entire bass section playing riffs and walking bass lines. The piece is written in first position for violins, violas, and cellos, but

Add some Latin style to your next concert! This hypnotic tango includes a solo section with suggested melodies for violin and viola. Advanced shifting is required for first violins and cellos.  It

Singingly expressive melodies in G major allow the orchestra to focus on playing in a connected ballad style. A lively jig section features energetic and memorable melodies in E dorian and A mixolydian as

One of the most popular pieces from Alan Hovhaness, Prayer of St. Gregory is taken from the opera "Etchmiadzin" and is described as "a prayer in darkness." The original edition for trumpet and

Powerful and vigorous from measure one to the end, the rhythms are patterned after heavy metal. Chord structures are rich and complex. The solo violin part is designed to showcase an advanced/professional

Let your string bass section swing in this easy-to-play blues piece as they build skills and enjoy the motivation of being in the spotlight. Basses carry the melody much of the time while also accompanying

Here's a winning recipe that features three violinists, staged in front of the orchestra, creating a refreshing musical number that's ideal for school orchestras. Young players will enjoy the contemporary

Give your string orchestra a chance to learn the all-important skills needed to accompany a soloist with this compact one-movement work that features a soloist on any string or wind instrument:

A cute, pedagogically based first-year bass section feature, this piece will be fun and is sure to make your beginners sound fabulous. This piece is in first position for all players except basses. Basses

"Komorebi" is a Japanese word meaning "light filtering through leaves." It has no English translation, but the image it paints is beautiful and evocative. In this piece, young students will learn to

An intermediate solo in classical style, this concertino is the perfect vehicle to feature an up-and-coming student. It is pleasantly melodic with appealing sequences. It utilizes positions 1-6 (highest

Embark on a sonic expedition through the majestic wonders of nature with this breathtaking composition for piano and string orchestra. Inspired by the landscapes of Yellowstone National Park, this