Originally written as the slow movement of a string quartet, this musical treasure was singled out by conductor Arturo Toscanini, who asked Barber for a string orchestra arrangement. It was played on a

An excellent work for string orchestra! Perfect for both rehearsal and performance, this is a superb selection to develop confidence in each section and in each individual player. Recorded by the Michigan

Concerto Grosso for String Orchestra, by Vittorio Giannini (1903-1966). I. Allegro II. Moderato, Aria Adagio III. Allegro con brio. Duration: 14:40.

There is a distinct unity and a touch of Caribbean color in the four dances: I. Tamborito; II. Mejorana y Socavon; III. Punto; IV. Cumbia y Congo. The first and last are

This string masterpiece rose in popularity after it was used in the film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World. The simple, elegant theme from Elizabethan church composer Thomas Tallis

Hoe Down has become one of Aaron Copland's most recognized orchestral works. Here is the string orchestra version based on the original, for advanced string players.

This very popular five-movement suite for string orchestra is one of Grieg's most beloved works.

Written as a response to the numerous tragedies occurring throughout the world, this music is meant to draw the performer and listener away from the chaos of the world and into a tranquil space. Inspired by

Josef Suk's Serenade for Strings in E flat major, Op. 6 was composed in 1892 while Suk was studying at the Prague Conservatory. The lighter, cheerful music is a striking contrast to... view details

Edited by Robin Tait. For string orchestra. Urtext Edition. Preface in Ger., Cz. and Eng. This edition restores passages from the autograph that were cut from the first edition, published by Bote & Bock

A staple of string orchestra literature, Dag Wiren's Serenade for Strings (1937) is the best-known work by the Swedish composer. The four contrasting movements are I.