A fast, fun finger excursion! Using only the notes of the one-octave D major scale, this piece is based on the 12-bar blues harmony with mostly stepwise melodic opportunities for all sections. Sure to be a

Experience the unpredictable energy and drama of chasing an oncoming storm! Great cinematic writing gives all instruments interesting parts and builds a sense of drama, tension, and excitement. Accents and

The title was taken from a Shakespeare song and represents the spirit of the open seas and the adventurous life of the pirate. The simple rhythmic combinations of two eighth notes and one quarter note offer

Port Washington is a community on Long Island, New York that is filled with centuries of history. Situated on a waterfront, it receives intense weather. Capturing Mother Nature at work in Port Washington,

This original work takes players and audiences on a journey that begins in darkness, symbolizing emotions such as sadness and loneliness, gradually pulling out of these depths and into shadows and finally

A programmatic-type piece, the music tells a story of bravery and heroism during challenging situations, no matter what they might be. A beautiful middle section played by divisi violas and cellos gives

The "clash" of your favorite themes abound in this highly entertaining arrangement. Beethoven vs. Mozart is finally trampled by the favorite Can-Can. Everyone will love this classical combo of

Experience a story of loss, remembrance, and celebration. Prominently featuring the viola section as a tribute, this work moves beautifully through several keys and contrasting sections based on the

Originally written for solo violin and piano, this brilliant adaptation brings the standard repertoire piece to the string orchestra! Advancing string orchestras will have the opportunity to learn basic

This robust Renaissance dance in 3/4 brings a lesser-known composer and a less-performed musical genre to the fore. The first section is Allegro, followed by a Presto section. A great

A masterful arrangement of this classic Brahms violin sonata for string orchestra - all the thrilling highs and despondent lows are represented. "F-A-E" refers to the Romantic German "frei aber einsam"

This is the final work in a series Beethoven wrote in 1795, predating his monumental symphonies. This arrangement remains in the original key of C major and includes much of the material from his extended

From one of Rameua's opera-ballets, this dance composed in rondo form is a true gem! A few moments of shifting for first violins and basses.

This energetic and lively dance features some of the most delightful themes from Mussorgsky's original. Based in G major, this arrangement also showcases some of the composer's harmonic vocabulary while

Feature this energetic piece, arranged in D Major, in your next concert. Students will love playing this lively dance music from the first movement of this famous work. It's all in first position except for

This beautiful melody has been sung for over 600 years, and is often referred to as the national anthem of Korea. The melody is based on the pentatonic scale, which is very common in music from Asian

This piece uses a trumpet-like motive which is tossed among instrument sections. The source of this tune comes from Shaker history and can be performed as a holiday piece or any other time of year. Written

One of Beethoven's best scherzos, the third movement from Symphony No. 6 is now available as a stand-alone selection for the capable string orchestra. Skillfully adapted with a strong final cadence, your

Kick off the holiday season with a festive Hanukkah piece that ends with Deck the Halls! This arrangement explores "gypsy-style" music at an ever-changing, whirling dance tempo, and the traditional

This iconic piece by Giuseppe Verdi is presented here in B minor and G major. This allows the violins to really shine while all parts have melodic interest. True to the original, the optional percussion

This movement of the famous "Organ Symphony" includes two of the most memorable themes ever penned by Saint-Saens. This arrangement includes the highly energetic string theme and the beautiful fugue based

An excellent choice for concert or festival, this exuberant movement in the key of G major features simple quarter- and eighth-note rhythms with a recurring melodic theme shared among all instruments.

This spectacular transcription offers string orchestras an alternative to Holst’s St. Paul’s Suite. Based on his Second Suite for Band, this version features Song of the Blacksmith