A nice easy piece for beginning string orchestra with a dark and forceful tune in B minor using only the first six notes of the D major scale. Pizzicato and dynamics are reinforced, and there is very simple

Dvorak’s 8th Symphony is often referred to as his Pastoral symphony for its optimistic and uplifting themes. With contrasting melancholy minor and lighthearted major folk-like melodies, this

A "fantasy" in every detail for young musicians.  After an opening flourish, complete with a violin solo cadenza, the piece settles into a majestic theme that is shared throughout the ensemble. 

This joyful selection is propelled by accented, syncopated eighth-note patterns. Each section takes its turn playing the accented accompaniment underneath a lively melody. After a tranquil middle section,

This Grade 2 work is arranged from an elegant theme found in Verdi’s opera, "Falstaff." Enhance your students’ musicality and expression as the lyrical melody is featured in... view details

Give your students the opportunity to learn Romantic-era playing techniques as well perform some of the most beloved classical literature from one of its greatest composers. This very authentic

This jubilant original work with an infectious melody features a tied rhythm pattern. A contrasting pizzicato section showcases lower string sections before building back up to the joyous theme again. A

Haydn's superb melodic craftsmanship shines brightly in this brief, effervescent Allegro in rondo form.

Written in 1779 after his return from Paris, Mozart’s lively Symphony No. 32 loosely follows the form of an Italian overture. Cleverly arranged here without the slow andante section,... view details

Here is one of Mozart's most famous quartet movements, carefully transcribed for string orchestra. It remains very true to the original in style, nuance, and bowings but is slightly shortened and transposed

Mozart's Symphony No. 17 was composed in 1772 when he was just 16 years old. Originally for oboes, horns and strings, this string orchestra arrangement of the first movement has maintained the

This spirited Allegro comes from the overture to Handel's 1738 opera "Serse" (Xerxes). Transposed to D major, this approachable arrangement provides students the opportunity to explore basic

A fresh new opportunity for orchestra musicians to step outside the normal styles and explore swing and bluesy harmonies. Each instrument also has the opportunity to work slides as well as more advanced

This original fiddle tune evokes winter vistas of majestic snowy mountain peaks beneath vast blue skies. Energetic rhythms and interesting harmonies move through every section of the orchestra in a vibrant

Originally a piano piece by composer F.W. Meacham written in 1885, this piece depicts the approach, passing, and fading away into the distance of a military unit. While there are many versions of this

A fun piece for young players that reinforces the practice of leaving fingers down, "anchored" to the fingerboard. With a nautical flavor, the piece explores staccato and legato articulation along with

Go on an adventure to southern Spain and soak in the musical culture of flamenco. Spanish rhythms and sultry melodies abound in this engaging original work, with some New World tango thrown in for good

An authentic arrangement of the gorgeous second movement from Symphony No. 1 by Russian composer Vasily Kalinnikov, this beautiful symphonic movement stands on its own. It is the epitome of the late

Tartini, a contemporary of J.S. Bach, was an accomplished violinist and the owner of a Stradivarius violin. His compositions show a distinct mastery of the instrument as well as a gift of melody.  Use

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