String Orchestra Music with Percussion

You've heard all of these melodies before, but never like this! Four themes from Tchaikovsky's most famous overture have been turned into a cool 12-bar blues. Complete with swinging eighth notes and a

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

A true joy to perform and to hear, this classic piece is perfectly set for strings with optional percussion. All the highlights are included in just over four minutes.

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

All the power and force of the Finale of Bruckner's Eighth Symphony is masterfully captured in this authentic and first-ever arrangement for string orchestra. Mature players will have the

This ominous piece for developing orchestras offers the opportunity to perform a mature-sounding composition without being technically demanding. Dissonant harmonies and pulsating rhythms will stimulate the

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

Baila Conmigo is Spanish meaning "dance with me." This stylish tango includes an optional tambourine part which is accessible for a string player to learn.

A dynamic festival selection, concert opener, or finale that will grab your audience's attention right from the start! This easy piece is full of energy but very playable for developing ensembles. Written

Here's a tribute to one of the legendary groups of all time and features three classic songs that defined Queen's place in pop music history. With this medley for strings, your orchestra can rock with the

A new take on a beloved traditional carol, this Trans-Siberian Orchestra hit will delight at the holidays. With optional electric violin, guitar, bass, keyboard, and the original TSO drumset part, let your

A vibrant string orchestra version of the hit contemporary arrangement of Bach's music by viral sensation duo Black Violin. Includes optional percussion.

In the tradition of great wind band marches like British Eighth and Colonel Bogey, this original British march is intended for beginning orchestra. Students in their first year will find

This beloved ancient carol is tastefully arranged with all parts remaining in first position and no extended fingerings required. Optional percussion parts add a Renaissance sound and are playable by

Teaching opportunities abound in this creative arrangement of the carol We Three Kings. The music depicts the kings' famous trek across the desert and is a great way to introduce your students to

Another great hit from "The LEGO Movie 2"! Sure to please audiences and players, this infectious tune with a terrific groove is designed to get stuck in your head. Arranged for string orchestra with piano

This work for intermediate string orchestra features soaring melodies, driving rhythms, and bold harmonies. Syncopated rhythms throughout will help reinforce your students' understanding of

A fun piece to help "ring" in the holiday season! An original theme based on the sound of chimes in D major recurs throughout the work (and includes a very simple vocal part if you choose to add choir!) In

This exciting work uses three songs originating during the Renaissance: Riu, Riu, Chiu; Dadme Albricias Hijos d’Eva and Ding, Dong Merrily on High. All three songs began their lives

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

This fresh holiday setting for strings provides a new sound to a familiar tune. The melodic Il Est Ne is charming in this new treatment, which can be enhanced with optional, simple percussion.

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