Texas UIL String Orchestra Grade 1

An exciting piece for beginners that portrays the shaking of the surface or interior of the planet Mars, as recently recorded by NASA. The piece uses an intense minor melody and introduces tremolo technique

Written for success, this simplified arrangement has all parts in first position with basic beginning rhythms. It is a great piece for introducing your students to one of the great symphonies of

What a great choice for first year players! Introduce your students to the Baroque sound of one of the greatest composers with this familiar selection. "The Water Music" is one of Handel's most recognizable

This waltz-like dance in E minor will provide a great opportunity to practice 3/4 time. Pizzicato, articulations, and low second finger are just some of the concepts that younger string players will

A moving tribute to the people we admire, whether it be family members, role models, or those serving our country, this piece in E minor uses easy rhythms, pizzicato, some divisi in the cello part, and a

Legato bowings, pizzicato, lifts, bow doubling, and some marcato bowing express the pirate's determination in his quest. All sections share the minor melodies. The viola part doubles the 2nd violin

The Terra-Cotta Army that guards the tomb of China's first emperor Qin Shi Huang is nearly 8,000 warriors strong. This new piece for beginning ensembles is set to depict these magnificent stone soldiers. It

Take a musical journey to the end of the rainbow in this upbeat and majestic piece written in the key of G, featuring easy rhythms and satisfying melodies for all sections. Teaching points include dotted

With a stirring melody, driving rhythms and an energetic pulse that just won't quit, this action-packed selection is sure to fire up students and audiences alike.

This five movement work features several different composers of the Renaissance period. An excellent vehicle for teaching about this important musical period in history.

UIL String Orchestra

The aching emotion in this interpretation of Scarborough Fair is a genuine treat for young string groups. The lyrics of the 16th century (possibly older) ballad relates a heartsick couple proposing

Students will love this dark and stormy original piece! Cello and string bass players will enjoy digging into the opening melody, and all members of the orchestra will be challenged with an exciting

Bring a fiddle flavor to your performance with this simplified arrangement of a popular folksong. The perfect opportunity for young players to add hats, bandanas, and square dancing for a fun concert

A bold, contemporary sound marks this excellent piece from Mark Williams. Written in a modal style, Star Dancer offers opportunities to work on various beginning string techniques. Important lines