Inspired by old Northern European and Scandinavian fiddle music, this piece paints a picture of war long ago while also reflecting on the frustration and challenges of current events. Expose your students

Showcase a student or bring in a guest artist to perform with your beginning students! Includes advanced solo violin and viola parts along with easier violin and viola solos as options. An included piano

Inspired by a photo of a ghostly, forgotten ballroom in Shanghai, Phantom Waltz is a melancholy echo of the past. This 6/8 piece features two solo cellos, melodramatic melodies,... view details

Here is the original and beloved fantasia that calls for string orchestra, harp, and two soloists-usually flutes but often substituted with violins. This lush arrangement of the English folksong is a

Perfect for young orchestras, this Halloween bass-tacular features the entire bass section playing riffs and walking bass lines. The piece is written in first position for violins, violas, and cellos, but

Just as the title suggests, this piece is all full of fire! An opening theme in 3/4 with driving rhythms, heavy accents, and dramatic dynamic shifts fuels the blaze. A more lyrical B section in 4/4 with the

This special edition of John Williams' eloquent theme is arranged to feature a violin solo, violin duet, or a violin and viola duet. Set in its original key, the solo part is the original version as played

No doubt about who gets featured in this fun, Spanish-flavored original by Richard Meyer! This piece is a great motivator for your up-and-coming young cellists and is a great change of pace for any concert

Listen closely and you'll hear them coming...it's the Cello Squadron to the rescue! This fun and exciting section feature has it all - roaring airplane engines (on cello C strings of course!),

The PBS series The Civil War captured America's attention. This beautiful lament from that documentary has taken on a life of its own. Bob Cerulli's arrangement opens with a feature for solo

What could be more inspiring to your young players than playing with an advanced musician? Offer the solo to a local high school or college student, or even a pro in the area, and have them guest star at

A straightforward bit of Baroque writing for cello solo (optional double bass or bassoon solo) with string orchestra. Showcase an advanced player while introducing Baroque style accompaniment playing to

Add some Latin style to your next concert! This hypnotic tango includes a solo section with suggested melodies for violin and viola. Advanced shifting is required for first violins and cellos.  It

Get your superstar bass section out of the back row and into the spotlight! The basses have the opportunity to show off their hooked bowing and dotted rhythm playing skills. But the other sections are not

It's Vivaldi's Gloria - without the singers! This string orchestra arrangement of Vivaldi's choral masterwork is the perfect introduction for young string players.  It retains the composer's

Here is a stunning cinematic reimagining of the classic carol. Reminiscent of Vaughan Williams, this arrangement is packed with dramatic suspensions, dense harmonies, and a little Golden Age of

These "Dances for Orchestra" are extremely appealing Latin/South American showcases for two solo violins and string orchestra. They simply sparkle with their engaging rhythms and vitality. A major

This arrangement is simple enough for the violin, viola, or cello soloist of your choice!  Vivaldi's lyrical second movement, now in G Major, stays true to the original with the famous melody over

Showcase your strings with fire and flair in the style of Riverdance and traditional Celtic music! Written by Robert Kerr and arranged for strings by Soon Hee Newbold, this air and jig is a