String Orchestra Music with Percussion

When it comes time to celebrate the musical colors of Africa, combine the forces of your string group with your percussion ensemble on this stylish concert work for the developing ensemble. Repetitive

Arranged now for string orchestra, this traditional Hebrew song and its text provided comfort to the victims and survivors of the Holocaust, serving as a beacon of hope for the future and for mankind. A

An exciting selection with Indian flavor! Fireworks are central to the traditional autumn Diwali celebration, the Hindu festival of lights. Featuring approachable rhythms and notes, this... view details

This exciting Latin dance for intermediate orchestra features approachable syncopation, catchy rhythms, and low first-finger patterns in every section of the orchestra. The exotic D minor tonality and

The ultimate in performance flexibility! Written for a professional Venezuelan-born violist, this work draws inspiration from the passionate dance rhythms of Latin America. Ideal for young orchestras who

Offering variety and multicultural flavor, this upbeat, joyous folk song will be at home on any concert program. Though scored for less-experienced players, there is a remarkable fullness and sophistication

Ear-igami is a fascinating musical tribute to the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. Instead of a bow, each performer uses a piece of paper to make sounds and to "play" their instrument. Your

One of the most famous and best-loved paso dobles ever written in a setting for string orchestra! Fiery rhythms and sweeping Spanish melodies make this an outstanding change of pace for concert or festival

The definitive Spanish paso doble, arranged for intermediate string orchestra! This great cultural teaching piece features syncopated rhythms, triplets, repeated down bows, and... view details

Make your young strings sound like experienced musicians with this high-intensity Spanish-flavored composition. Featuring percussion and a variety of dynamics and articulations, it is exciting and fun to

Intended to introduce young players to Latin music style, this cheerful and energized composition can help students explore the music of the Caribbean. Solidly scored, and full of spice and sun, the catchy

Freedom Rhapsody is a set of brief variations, based on the spiritual Follow the Drinking Gourd. There are four sections to the composition, marked The Yearning to Be Free;

This authentic and energetic arrangement of the Hebrew folk song uses a solo quintet and percussion instruments to expand the palette of the traditional string orchestra. Percussion instruments used include

Imagine the easy feeling of a day at the beach, happily soaking in the sunshine! This delightful original piece uses rhythmic syncopations, percussion, and harmonies that evoke a variety of Caribbean

Inspired by the joyous optimism of the Kenyan people, this energetic greeting prelude for string orchestra will delight performers and audiences alike with its rhythmic drive and call-and-response echoes.

Here is a very beautiful setting of the traditional Chinese folk song Molihua. This tune is a vital part of Chinese New Year celebrations and was featured at the 2004 Summer Olympics. The soothing

This classic Russian folk dance in the traditional bottle dance format is carefully crafted for developing string ensemble. A terrific opportunity to teach and perform music, style and tradition from

Take a trip to Jamaica in this catchy tune with optional Latin percussion! This joyful piece features simple syncopation and melodic lines in all sections, evoking bright images of the sunny Caribbean. Sure

Body percussion and conventional percussion add creative textures to this original composition. Knee slaps, tongue clucks, and stomps are sprinkled throughout the lush, simple melodies. Inspired by

Robert W. Smith's setting of the traditional African-American hymn is simple, elegant and beautiful. Lyrical, flowing lines provide a welcome opportunity to teach and reinforce phrasing. "Sanctus" is a

Based on the charming Japanese folk song Yuki, this arrangement includes an original festive melody to create a tuneful, winter holiday piece. Everyone gets a chance to shine in this piece for