String Orchestra Collegiate Repertoire

This heroic and daring piece draws inspiration from the annual Highland Games in Scotland. A Celtic-sounding tune is passed through different sections of the orchestra. A secondary theme then builds to new

Hoe Down has become one of Aaron Copland's most recognized orchestral works. Here is the string orchestra version based on the original, for advanced string players.

A fantastic workout in meter and rhythms as well as a full range of dynamics and bowing techniques, all wrapped in this excellently scored medley of 11 classic sacred and secular holiday tunes. A concert

This arrangement combines the traditional melodies The Holly and the Ivy and Good King Wenceslas. Every section has melodic lines, and the music becomes quite chromatic and adventurous

An uplifting and heroic melody can be heard throughout this exciting work about hope and optimism. Expert scoring creates beautiful colors while giving all sections engaging parts to play. The B theme

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

An improvisatory work for solo oboe and string orchestra, this is very expressive and allows a lot of freedom for interpretation. Technical issues, besides some range demands, are only moderately

The 20th century was Irving Berlin's own, and his music was America's music - and still is! This spectacular 10-minute medley for choir and piano, with optional band or full orchestra accompaniment,

"The island of saints and scholars" is an old nickname for Ireland dating back to the early Middle Ages. This original work is a reflection upon Ireland's rich and turbulent history, which can be heard in

This exciting piece for string orchestra and drum set explores themes of Norse mythology. Using a variety of extended techniques for strings, double-bass drum patterns on the drum set, and a multitude of

Guaranteed to delight your performers and audience alike, this rousing arrangement of Joy to the World is combined with an original American hoe-down-style tune, providing a fresh setting of

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

Les Nouvelles Suites de Pieces de Clavecin first appeared in 1726 or 1727. La Poule is part of a suite for harpsichord and is surprisingly symphonic in scope. The simple clucking theme is

The overture to "Cesare in Farmacusa," an opera that tells of the boy Julius Caesar's journey by sea in a treacherous storm to Farmacusa, near Sicily. The plot abounds with pirates, gypsy lovers, and of

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

Inspired by Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, this piece is a dramatic and emotional musical depiction of war, sacrifice, and loss. A dissonant version of America is woven throughout. A

Using seven songs connected with Abraham Lincoln during his life along with narration taken primarily from Lincoln's own words and those of his contemporaries, this dramatic masterpiece spotlights Lincoln's

Put the full range of the string orchestra on display with this deep and emotional work. Melodic lines go from quiet and subdued to full and soaring, with bowing technique that ranges from tranquil slurring