The Adagio movement of Rachmaninoff's second symphony is considered by many to be one of most beautiful melodies ever written. A continuing favorite in today's concert halls (as well as film and TV), it
Beethoven's captivating melody that begins this Andante is one of the most famous cello/viola melodies ever written. This strings-only edition allows the ensemble to experience even more of
This resetting for string orchestra has successfully kept the composer's intent, and to a great extent, the sounds and colors of the original orchestration. While requiring some substantial string forces,
This three-movement suite of Bizet's masterpiece "Carmen" is carefully arranged to work well with your high school string orchestra. Each movement is musically interesting and preserves the passion of the
As heard in the Disney classic "Fantasia" where it served as accompaniment for ostriches, hippos, elephants and alligators, this work continues as a staple of the of light Classical repertoire taken from
One of Vaughan Williams' most revered works for band and orchestra has been tastefully adapted for strings. This edition includes appropriate key and length adjustments to make this charming suite ideal for
This string masterpiece rose in popularity after it was used in the film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. The simple, elegant theme from Elizabethan church composer Thomas Tallis
This masterpiece should be played by every string player, and now they can with this arrangement. Students will love experiencing the energy and power of one of the greatest musical geniuses of all time,
In his early Fugue in C, originally written for string quartet at the turn of the 20th century, Ives paraphrases the missionary hymn by Lowell Mason to the poem From Greenland's Icy
Everyone knows this one! Hoedown has become a classic American symphonic work, and its unique sound has become a trademark of composer Aaron Copland. This fine edition has been carefully crafted
Experience firsthand all the power and grace of Classical music. This work is set at an energetic tempo and features the stylistic elements of Mozart's mature opera period.
This introduction to Act III of the opera "Carmen" is very melodic and lyrical. It is arranged here at the Grade 4 level in the key of D Major.
Initially written for military band, the first movement of Holst's "Second Suite in F" comprises three British folk tunes which were originally performed on string instruments. The key has been changed
Clearly one of Mozart's most well-known and beloved compositions, this overture will be sure to thrill both your audience and students, from the immediately recognizable opening statement through the