Latin Music for String Orchestra

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

Inspired by a popular Mexican breakfast, this spicy Latin piece will help your students start their day off right. Easy syncopated rhythms and a catchy melody will have the audience wanting a second

In addition to numerous etudes and a virtuosic violin concerto, violinist Joseph (José) White Lafitte composed this habanera for two violins, La Bella Cubana. In this string orchestra arrangement of

This work is on fire from the opening measure to its final ending. Rhythmically complex, it includes some two against three patterns and meter changes as well as position work in all sections. A vigorous

In the style of a habanera, the characteristic and distinct rhythm reflects the fusion of Cuban and Spanish cultures. Many sections of your string orchestra get a chance to play the memorable melody from

This popular Spanish song was written by Sebastian Yradier after he visited Cuba. The song is written in the musical style of an habanera, which combines Cuban rhythms with traditional Spanish flamenco

Written as a tribute to Valentina Ramirez Avitia, who fought in the Mexican Revolution at a time when women were not allowed in the Mexican military, this folk song tat is played by many mariachi groups in

Enjoy the intensity and intricate harmonies of the Legend of Asturias in a shorter playable version that captures the spirit and feel of the original work. Written first for piano and a favorite of

Published in Italy in 1974, this arrangement retains all the excitement of what is already considered a modern tango classic.

Experience a romantic night in Barcelona in this rhythmic workout. All players will need to subdivide for off-beat syncopation and triplets throughout the work, and all parts include shifting to upper

Mi Dolor ("Sorrow") is one of the most famous songs to come from Argentina. Almost every tango orquesta had their own version - like bands doing covers of Beatles songs today. The lyrics tell of

Written entirely in pizzicato, all instruments have fun and engaging parts in this fresh Latin-inspired work. Reinforce dynamics and low second-finger patterns. Percussion parts include shaker and claves to

This creative version of the Moonlight Sonata in a tango style offers the best of both worlds by bringing Classical and popular elements together in one great work! Easily accessible in the

Por una Cabeza is a popular tango that originally appeared as a song written in 1935 by composer Carlos Gardel. It has appeared in a number of films, including Steven Spielberg's "Schindler's

This upbeat party-time piece could open or close a concert perfectly. Every section gets a soli and there is an optional section for improvisation. Everyone will be singing the melody on the road trip

Samba is a Brazilian dance and music genre reflecting West African roots. William Owens captures the essence of the style with just five notes, piano, and a little hand percussion for beginning strings.

A fun, light, engaging, and accessible tango with an infectious rhythm that players and audiences will love. Students will learn basic syncopation and dotted quarter-note rhythms as well as eighth rests and