The shimmering opening sets the scene in a mythical forest covered in snow.  Here knights ride wildly through the forest wielding their swords and fighting against dark forces.   Your

Finally, here is a generous collection of 38 etudes and 12 pieces that can be played by a whole string orchestra within weeks of starting their instruments.  Many aspects of technique are covered in

Many string programs have been started and nurtured using these works! All parts are in unison, and the ranges are restricted to the one-octave D major scale. The keys and the styles of the pieces, however,

The transition for the beginner player into a string orchestra is quite a wonderful journey. These works are just the thing for the beginning ensemble player. Unison, simple part and call-and-response

The Emperor Zhou reigned in China around the ninth century BC during the period generally considered to be the genesis of the I Ching - a series of divination texts that can help interpret thoughts and

The transition for the beginner player into a string orchestra can be quite daunting.  These little gems however are just the thing for the transitional player. Unison, simple part and call- response

Albeniz wrote this piece originally for piano and it communicates all the brilliance and passion that one associates with Spanish music.  It alludes to an ancient legend in the bygone kingdom of

The Furies in Greek mythology brought the dead to the darker regions of the Underworld and appear frighteningly in the legend of Orpheus. Originally a caprice for cello, this work by the little known August

Want to showcase your beginner strings and concert band in an orchestra?  Well, this is just the piece for your ensemble!  Written in the Hungarian style, the rondo form allows the wind, strings

This suite of three contrasting movements is sure to fire the imaginations of young string players! Tremolo, pizzicato, harmonics, tapping and even screaming are just some of the fun things a beginning

This arrangement, while faithful to the original work for three violins and basso continuo, includes an optional adaptation of the violin 3 part for viola, optional Grade 1 string parts, and an optional

This set of twelve short works for very elementary orchestra helps young players discover important string techniques such as bowed tremolo, sustained bows, accented strokes and simple double

Embark on a serene and captivating musical voyage to Kyoto with Two Silk Screens from Kyoto by Stephen Chin, an evocative string orchestra piece that beautifully captures the essence of

Well there is plenty here to fill even the busiest elementary programme!  Players imaginations will go wild with titles such as “The Still Before the Storm” , “Fairy Floss,

Whether you are dancing without boundaries, creating something inspirational, or even putting all your energy into a vigorous gym class, the sensation of being propelled forward to a positive place is the

This is the second of the Haydn symphonies in a minor key. It is a classic Sturm und Drang and accordingly reflects strong changes of emotion. An excellent choice for expanding classical repertoire as well

This moving piece is filled to the brim with poignant and ravishing melodies. The haunting main theme comes back in various guises and returns with great effect towards the end of the piece. Everybody will

The mysterious notion of a ghost ship has been in people's minds for centuries and possibly had its roots in ancient Greek mythology. After the eerie opening, an alluring theme is stated by the firsts and

A set of especially fun yet imaginative works that explore a wide range of melodic, rhythmic, expressive, and textural elements that will both excite and challenge young string players.

Arcangelo Corelli (1653 - 1713) wrote music that everyone in his time tried to emulate. He effectively set the benchmark for musical composition in the Baroque period.  This arrangement draws on the

"Unrelenting," "driving," and "pounding" are just some of the words that describe this dynamic work. Incessant rhythms, harmonics and lush textures give this work both dimension and integrity. All sections