Lighter Selections for String Orchestra

Give your developing orchestra a chance to explore jazz and blues with this creative original work. Written in twelve-bar blues form and using notes based on the blues scale, musicians will get great

Ever wonder what those noises are at night when you're in the dark? This spooky piece uses minor-scale motifs and pizzicato effects to get your imagination going. Perfect for a fall or Halloween

This original work delightfully expresses a day in a chicken's life, including a creative musical depiction of chickens running around the coup using dissonant eighth notes. All instruments have interesting

A classic American fiddle tune and standard repertoire in the world of bluegrass, Cold Frosty Morning is transformed into an energy-filled showpiece for strings with this clever setting. Play it

Each section plays the melody in this spooky D minor composition. With great opportunities for rhythmic skills, the piece includes hand percussion and space for haunted castle sounds.

The sequel to the popular Rosin Eating Zombies From Outer Space! Students and directors will enjoy giving blood curdling screams, knocking on instruments, and bowing behind the bridge for that

Get ready to feel the energy, sense the drive, and dance to the groove with this work that engages every section of the orchestra! Complete with special effects, a pizzicato motive break-down section, and

Imagine yourself just strolling down Bourbon Street and taking in all of the nonstop live music. This original tune is a rare opportunity for school string ensembles to explore the jazz idiom. Lots of

With a blend of Celtic and American fiddle tunes, this tuneful medley begins with Star of the County Down in a moderate 3/4 and intensifies with two Irish jigs, Another Jig Will Do

In this modern twist on Mendelssohn's epic Hebrides Overture, low strings get to dig into energetic accented bass lines as two prominent themes weave through the orchestra. This arrangement is very

Generate the hustle and bustle of New York City with this exciting piece that includes a section for improvisation and an optional drum set part. Grand Central is a groovy, energetic work that your students

The stately spirits of soirees past appear, dancing the midnight waltz in The Haunted Ballroom. Dazzle your audience with this chilling yet lighthearted tune, perfect for fall and Halloween

Teach your young string orchestra syncopation, dotted rhythms, and the pentatonic scale with this great arrangement of the empowering song from the hit Disney film. Piano and drum set parts are

Leftovers just got better with this Grade 2 piece based upon a 12-bar blues pattern. It offers both pizzicato and arco playing, syncopated jazz rhythms, and a traditional big-band-like "shout chorus" that

Imagine tiptoeing through the forest on a dark, stormy night, wolves circling, while hints of the Dies Irae theme pound in the air! In this spooky tango, students explore an array of bow styles and

Take a trip around the world! Using 22 of the most famous melodies ever written from 17 different countries, this is the ultimate multicultural experience. The melodies travel from section to section, and

Work on shifting technique with a powerhouse rock performance! Driving, accented bass lines and syncopated melodies energize this original piece that follows the form and style of pop song... view details