Written as a metaphor for the hardship and isolation caused by the 2020 pandemic, this dramatic tone poem is a testament to courage and the undaunted nature of the human spirit. The piece follows the voyage

This lovely arrangement of the traditional Irish tune features a beautiful melody, rich harmonies, and interesting accompaniment that will help your young orchestra sound mature. The long phrases are

This theme and variations from Beethoven's Seventh Symphony is one of the most famous slow movements in the entire symphonic repertoire. Due to its somber minor key and quiet rhythmic pulse, it

Written to help students develop their spiccato bow stroke, this energetic piece is a joyful celebration from the very first measure. The left-hand challenges are minimal, allowing the players to focus on

This fine setting of Handel's masterpiece is an exciting two-movement arrangement perfect for your young string orchestra. The movements work together yet are also effective played on their own.

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

The folk-like tune may seem familiar but is a lovely and lyrical original. Beginning in D major, this graceful tone poem opens intimately, with optional soloists from each section. Following the

This overture is the perfect concert opener for your first-year string orchestra. Using only the notes in the key of D and with melodic parts for all, every student will shine. Violin 2 and viola are

This arrangement of The Prince of Denmark March, or Trumpet Voluntary, provides the perfect setting for advocacy and striving for excellence since it is so recognizable. Three different

This lyrical piece has a warm and lovely chord progression that brings delicate emotion to the incredibly beautiful melody line. Your string orchestra will perform expressively as they play from the heart.

Seafaring voyagers are always looking for their next adventure on the open seas! This sea chantey is written in E minor, 4/4 time, and features a spirited, memorable melody, detache bowing, easy rhythms,

This lively rondo begins with the famous theme from Paganini's Caprice No. 24, reworked into a 5/4 dance with a cool vibe. Woven into the rondo form are three original dances - a tango, a country

Beginning string students will have a diabolically good time with this all-pizzicato selection. Gleefully sinister melodies pass between all sections, and simple quarter- and half-note accompaniment

A spellbinding exploration of the music of Spain, these four exciting yet contrasting sections offer challenging parts for all players. From unrelenting rhythmic drive to beautifully lyric emotion, three of

A cute, pedagogically based first-year bass section feature, this piece will be fun and is sure to make your beginners sound fabulous. This piece is in first position for all players except basses. Basses

Both the bleak Russian midwinter landscape and the joyful celebration of a fall harvest festival are conveyed in this string arrangement by Andrew H. Dabczynski, of Autumn and Winter from Alexander

Playing together as a team is the name of the game! This cheery all-pizzicato march uses only the first-pattern notes of the D major scale. Part independence is minimal. Teachers will love the counting and

A flowing yet spirited composition written in memory of a bright child who always sought out the good things in life. This expressive piece features soaring melodies, rhythmic independence, and higher

Full of energy and life, this piece includes moments of sheer exuberance as well as reflection. The memorable melodies and driving rhythms "streak" through all sections in an almost call and response

This rich cinematic selection features a dreamlike melody in all parts as well as a contrasting section of tension and release. This piece is a great way to work on tone and musicianship. Includes optional

Full of dark energy and mystery, with contemporary harmonies and moving melodic lines, this piece provides opportunities to teach contrasting styles, dynamics, and varied articulations in an easy and

Teach shifting with this beautiful melody perfectly suited for the concert stage. The moderate, lyric tempo provides students the time to make successful shifts. Musically, this piece is very accessible so

This imaginative musical portrait of the school day as viewed by typical students will delight audiences - whether at an assembly, a concert for parents, or a recruiting tour. Narration is included, or have

This exciting arrangement from the classical era features a wide range of dynamics and articulations. Detailed fingerings and bowings will help students achieve that distinct classical sound and style of