Adventurous groups will like playing this dramatic modal work in 7/8 time.  The pattern is a consistent 2+2+3.  It's inspired by the climactic battle scene in Shakespeare's Henry V, and

The first movement from this Bach classic is arranged in a very playable manner to allow the young string player to comprehend and perform a Bach masterwork. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra

Now your young string orchestra can play this famous Pachelbel work with this very clean arrangement by John Caponegro.

Two beautiful folk melodies in the graceful style of Celtic music. Including Bonnie Doon and The Minstrel Boy, contrasts between the movements make this an interesting concert and festival

This unique and interesting work is divided into three sections. It begins with a catchy, "spy-sounding" opening theme, which is contrasted with an emotional slower section, and ends with an exciting 6/8

Here's a very creative and exciting work with an exotic Far-Eastern sound. First the upper strings create anticipation with an ostinato pattern that continues as the lower strings present the main melody.

This remarkably simple, yet sophisticated sounding piece from Mark Williams allows for the development of many expressive possibilities in young players. Syncopation and spicatto are explored and developed

A sure winner with your violin section, this festive processional by Handel will sound "royal" with your group. On the easy side of this level. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD

This Baroque masterpiece is one of the most popular and recognizable pieces of its time! Richard Meyer's skillful arrangement retains the flavor of Handel's original in a very easy-to-play format, and is

The ever-popular Grieg classic is a natural in this carefully edited version for string orchestra! Keeping as true to the original as possible, this arrangement is exceptionally dramatic and lets your