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These two tunes represent the very best of the fiddling tradition! Equally exciting to play and to listen to, they are frequently heard at fiddle-fests. Each instrument plays predominantly in first po...

This beautiful, treasured carol originated as an anonymous lullaby associated with the Nativity. In this arrangement by Jerry Brubaker, the harmonies are lush with a contemporary feeling. Widely used...

Great for the holidays, as with all TSO pieces, yet based on classical music so also fitting for any pops concert, 'The Mountain,' arranged by Bob Phillips, is another Trans-Siberian hit! Based upon '...

Found/Tonight arranged by Katie O'Hara LaBrie is the emotional mash-up of "You Will Be Found" from Broadway's Dear Evan Hansen and "The Story of Tonight" from Hamilton. First premiered by Ben Platt an...

Dance of the Imps is a showcase of what is possible with pizzicato. Written by Nathan Jacklin, the work's quick melodic lines are supported by energetic, syncopated rhythms, making the music dance for...

Mysterious Forces, by Michael Hopkins, is a fast and rhythmically energetic piece in E minor for intermediate orchestra. All sections of the orchestra are featured on melodic material. Violin, viola,...

Three charming dances for string orchestra with piano, all with a flavor of the Baroque era. The first, Allamande, is dainty and endearing. Second is the more regal Sarabande. The concluding movement...

Moshpit Sabbath! is the ultimate face-melting, string-breaking smash-fest, forever proving that strings rock! Inspired by the great metal bands of the '80s and '90s, Chris Thomas has written a piece f...

Written by Dean Marshall, artistic director of Barrage, this arrangement of the tune Front Porch Jam provides the chance for your entire orchestra to duplicate the feel of the stage show. Originally a...

Perfect for festival! This lush, lyrical setting will be great for developing legato bow arms! In the great Russian tradition of composition, Canzone sotto le stelle, will be a new classic.

Add some sizzle to your next concert with some Bollywood style! Maharaja combines rhythms and motifs from Indian music with exciting melodies. Slurred pizzicato imitates the sound of tabla drums while...

This lovely German song offers the opportunity to teach compound meter, isolating excerpts collaterally with rhythmic exercises, and working on smooth string crossings. Extended positions are featured...

Get your audience tapping their feet! This Cab Calloway-style up-tempo blues piece gives your string players a chance to sink their bows into an authentic jump groove. It is very playable, only strayi...

Imagine chasing a bug around the room and it constantly eludes you! That's the energy of this piece written in a folk style using the rhythms of Eastern European circle dances. Each section is feature...

One of Journey's most famous love songs, this rock ballad is perfectly set for strings. Keep the steady rock beat but also enjoy the warm lyrical quality of the piece.

This suite is comprised of four movements whose composers hail from Finland, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. Full of teaching opportunities, the contrasting movements include both dance tunes and folk so...

The legendary Rolling Stones are celebrating their 50th anniversary, so why not celebrate with them? This arrangement combines the dramatic 'Paint It, Black,' the beautiful 'Ruby Tuesday,' and the roc...

Experience the thrill of this music from the new hit video game. With a cello theme that represents the video game player, this piece is perfect for string orchestra. (6:10)

This remarkably beautiful work by Todd Coleman will instantly remind you of the Barber Adagio in style and form. Divisi violin II and cello add to the fullness of the overall texture. A richly rewardi...

This absolutely gorgeous work for string orchestra simply sings with musicality. Incredibly expressive, this piece holds its own with the true classics of string literature. Your orchestra will grow i...

This tuneful, rhythmic piece will help teach your students to play syncopations accurately. Using a language that synthesizes Baroque and Motown idioms, it describes learning to sail by hugging the sh...

One of the most well-known folk songs of China, yet less so elsewhere, this piece describes the beauty of a stream as it moves across the terrain, flowing quickly, flowing slowly, moving quietly, and...

Violinists will love the opening solo statement of this poignant and distinctively Irish-flavored melody. The pizzicato accompaniment and optional harp part add to the folk texture. This is a fine add...