Psalm 78

Wonderful for teaching Baroque style and bowing concepts, this piece features limited third position for the violins, cellos, and basses. Violas share in the thematic materials with string basses mostly

Both the bleak Russian midwinter landscape and the joyful celebration of a fall harvest festival are conveyed in this string arrangement by Andrew H. Dabczynski, of Autumn and Winter from Alexander

This rich cinematic selection features a dreamlike melody in all parts as well as a contrasting section of tension and release. This piece is a great way to work on tone and musicianship. Includes optional

In Greek mythology, Boreas is the cold north wind, making this piece a great addition to any winter concert. The mysterious opening leads to an exciting finale. Students will experience spiccato and legato

Nothing says "noel" better than a 16th-century courtly dance. This carol was originally performed for the French nobility. The variations in this setting will lift your spirits as they pass from a joyous

A new take on a well-known melody that charges into the traditional tune with a clever rhythmic transition. This captivating and creative arrangement is very fun to play.

Brooding melodies that rise like mist over dark, churning chords give way to a warm, yearning section, returning for a rousing finish. The lush, romantic sound and the dramatic expressiveness thrill while

Adapted from Vivaldi's Lute Concerto in D Major, this arrangement for two solo violins and orchestra creates an opportunity to feature your top violinists in the opening movement of this classic work. Your

This piece features a slow, lyrical opening followed by an exuberant journey through major and minor tonalities. Students practice Classical style along with multiple slurred notes, scale-like passages, and

Your orchestra will love the chance to play these ever-popular tunes from Ponchielli's opera "La Gioconda." Instantly recognizable to any audience, this arrangement retains the sound of the original and

A colorful depiction of the four basic elements: earth, air, water and fire, sure to challenge and delight every member of the advanced string orchestra. Impressionistic harmonies and fascinating rhythmic

String orchestras can now get a faithful arrangement of this lush English masterpiece by Sir Edward Elgar. The theme is followed by three variations, in their original keys, displaying both the emotion and

This small gem, originally for choir and piano, features delightful counterpoint that is great fun to play.

This imaginative and dynamic selection is based on the traditional Navy Hymn. Using myriad time signatures, keys, and modes, the work is a perfect teaching piece for advanced students, challenging

This piece combines elementary, middle school, and high school string orchestras, each playing age-appropriate material, making for the perfect closer to an all-city multi-level concert. During the course

This lovely setting of three timeless holiday tunes forms a festive trio of bright Christmas cheer. Lively, rhythmic carols from Victorian-era England include Good King Wenceslas; Deck the Hall and

Capture the thrill and excitement of flight with this dramatic work! Written in the keys of B minor and E minor, in 4/4 time, the music's essential features are rich chordal textures and the use of

This fantastic concert march was written in 1907 and is regarded by many as one of Fucik's finest works. The triumphant ending makes it a great finale to any concert.

This emotional and heartfelt piece is about overcoming hardships. The sounds of happy times and sorrow lead to joy, performed by the orchestra and the audience in a rousing call-and-response celebration

Gaelic Trilogy provides the string orchestra with an opportunity to perform three Irish fiddle tunes: Fair-Haired Mary; Neil Gow's Lament and Stray Away Child. All sections,