Solos with String Orchestra Accompaniment

Also known as Air Varie, this is a true showcase for an advanced violist. Set in C Major, the four-measure theme wastes no time moving into 14 short variations plus a coda. Solo is grade 5 and

Singingly expressive melodies in G major allow the orchestra to focus on playing in a connected ballad style. A lively jig section features energetic and memorable melodies in E dorian and A mixolydian as

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

The harmonic beauty and seamless polyphony of Bach's second Brandenburg Concerto has been retained in this very true string orchestra adaptation of the original. Wind solos are given to principal violin,

Give your string orchestra a chance to learn the all-important skills needed to accompany a soloist with this compact one-movement work that features a soloist on any string or wind instrument:

An intermediate solo in classical style, this concertino is the perfect vehicle to feature an up-and-coming student. It is pleasantly melodic with appealing sequences. It utilizes positions 1-6 (highest

Showcase your strong players in this arrangement that features solo quartet passages throughout. The music is exciting and engaging without overtaxing the rest of the ensemble, yet everyone remains

Adapted from Vivaldi's Lute Concerto in D Major, this arrangement for two solo violins and orchestra creates an opportunity to feature your top violinists in the opening movement of this classic work. Your

Here's a winning recipe that features three violinists, staged in front of the orchestra, creating a refreshing musical number that's ideal for school orchestras. Young players will enjoy the contemporary

An exciting piece for solo violin with string orchestra, originally composed for the television broadcast of the Tour de France. Imagine dozens of bicyclists racing down a mountain road at top speed - the

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

Embark on a sonic expedition through the majestic wonders of nature with this breathtaking composition for piano and string orchestra. Inspired by the landscapes of Yellowstone National Park, this

An improvisatory work for solo oboe and string orchestra, this is very expressive and allows a lot of freedom for interpretation. Technical issues, besides some range demands, are only moderately

A beautiful and emotive arrangement of this hymn that is sure to move audiences. Features solo cello and piano with string orchestra.

"Komorebi" is a Japanese word meaning "light filtering through leaves." It has no English translation, but the image it paints is beautiful and evocative. In this piece, young students will learn to

Powerful and vigorous from measure one to the end, the rhythms are patterned after heavy metal. Chord structures are rich and complex. The solo violin part is designed to showcase an advanced/professional

"Hamilton" is without question the most creative, talked-about musical to hit Broadway this millennium. In this stand-out selection from the show, the lead characters lay out their plans for a victory,