Original Concert Works for String Orchestra

This lyrical piece has a warm and lovely chord progression that brings delicate emotion to the incredibly beautiful melody line. Your string orchestra will perform expressively as they play from the heart.

This stunning three-movement portrays the classical elements air, earth, fire, and water. The opening movement, Flights of Fancy, symbolizes air and features soaring phrases. The second movement,

In addition to numerous etudes and a virtuosic violin concerto, violinist Joseph (José) White Lafitte composed this habanera for two violins, La Bella Cubana. In this string orchestra arrangement of

This musical tribute honors the grand landscapes of the state of Montana, including stunning mountain views and clear blue skies. Portraying everything from the breathtaking scenery to massive

In the tradition of Britten, Holst, and Vaughan Williams before him, British composer John Rutter has composed a wonderful work for strings based on the rich legacy of the folk music of the British Isles.

A rare transcription of the extraordinary music of German composer Emilie Mayer (1812-1883). While most of her compositions remained unpublished, Mayer's works were acclaimed in Germany; she toured

A strong driving main theme contrasted with a flowing B melody will have your audience and musicians feeling the exciting rush of being carried by the Colorado River's raging rapids, then the gentle peace

The famous movement is brought to life in this accessible arrangement. Great for reinforcing 12/8 time as well as broadening your students' repertoire. Perfect for your next holiday program or even

Gershwin's beloved and iconic work for orchestra is available here for maturing string orchestras. This excellent arrangement captures all of the major themes and styles of the original in an authentic yet

If you have ever sat by a peaceful river and just allowed the beauty of nature to flow through you, then you have felt the serenity embodied by this work of art. Presented in four movements, this work for

This tour de force showcases the entire orchestra with a breathtaking display of technique, energy, and artistry. Highly rhythmic and engaging, this piece is destined to bring down the house!

This lively rondo begins with the famous theme from Paganini's Caprice No. 24, reworked into a 5/4 dance with a cool vibe. Woven into the rondo form are three original dances - a tango, a country

There will be a lot of "fiddlin'" around with this rock-inspired original work for string orchestra. Blues themes, syncopated rhythms, slides, and open fifths make this a challenging but rewarding

Written to celebrate an amazing orchestra teacher's retirement, this piece strives to capture the joyful things, the emotional, loving, and supportive things – literally All the Things.

Go on an adventure to southern Spain and soak in the musical culture of flamenco. Spanish rhythms and sultry melodies abound in this engaging original work, with some New World tango thrown in for good

Take your students on an exciting musical journey across the vast desert landscape of Arabia between ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Foreboding motifs in the lower strings combine with frenetic passages

A fresh new opportunity for orchestra musicians to step outside the normal styles and explore swing and bluesy harmonies. Each instrument also has the opportunity to work slides as well as more advanced

Enjoy a trip to the rolling hills and galloping horses of Bluegrass country. This great original work delivers a very tuneful nod to old Appalachian-style dance music while providing an excellent exercise

Is there anything more exciting than being at the ocean and seeing a pod of dolphins playing offshore? This tuneful and emotionally inspiring piece uses the sounds of a playful sea shanty to paint this

This landmark arrangement showcases Gershwin's beloved piece that validated the merging of classical music and jazz during the Roaring '20s. This setting for strings presents a sampling of the most

A tense and driving opening theme fueled by dissonance, pulsing eighth notes, and eighth-note accents contrasts with a smooth and legato B theme to create this exciting original work that explores the full

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