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Using the universal language of music, this inspired original creates moods and visual scenes that will capture everyone's imagination. As conditions in our atmosphere, such as cloud formations, come...

Very playable! An introduction to the 'modern sound' of Erik Satie, arranged perfectly for young players. The simple melody and orchestration allow for instruction in the harmonic structure of this en...

This beautiful Scottish melody, written about the island of Benbecula off the west coast of Scotland, will captivate both performer and audience. This arrangement allows all instruments to portions of...

Intended to introduce young players to Latin music style, this cheerful and energized composition is guaranteed to be a success as you tour the Caribbean. In addition to being solidly scored, the catc...

This lyrical arrangement of an Argentinian tango is a wonderful introduction to the music of Astor Piazzolla. The melody is first introduced by the violas and then passed smoothly to the first violins...

Ignite the stage with Strings of Fire by Chris M. Bernotas! This exhilarating piece for string orchestra is a nonstop inferno, fueled by relentless eighth notes that propel the ensemble forward. A fie...

Sibelius' revered theme has been solidly scored for beginning strings. The melody travels through each family. Warm and flowing, this can be the most musical selection on your beginners' first concert...

The magical setting of this cherished melody combines exquisite orchestration with dramatic harmonies. At times, the arrangement is quite plaintive sounding, which is balanced with more contemporary h...

For String Orchestra

For String Orchestra

Subtitled Fatto per la notte di Natale, or 'made for the night of Christmas,' Corelli's Christmas Concerto stands as one of the finest concerti grossi of the Baroque era. All solo parts have been inco...

A modern, joyful piece by Doug Spata that uses only the notes of the D major scale on the D and A strings with quarter and eighth notes, this piece is a great way for beginners to proudly demonstrate...

Written to help students understand the concept of positions, this entire piece can be played by the violins, violas, and cellos in 3rd position with no shifting! Playing in positions is often a chall...

From its bold opening to its driving conclusion, Shadow of the Raven is an engaging concert selection for intermediate orchestras. Designed to introduce 16th-note rhythms and basic syncopation, the pi...

The Pizzicato Performance Collection by Doug Spata is a new supplementary resource for the beginning string orchestra. Beginning with only the open strings and progressively increasing in difficulty,...

Performing score of the three Violin lines only.

As performed by Trans-Siberian Orchestra For the night is God's cathedral and the stars visit in 'dreams of fireflies.' Look to the fabulous Trans-Siberian Orchestra show to add a bit of spice to you...

Arranged for string orchestra by arranger, composer, pedagogue William Starr, this arrangement of Czardas includes a piano accompaniment so that groups of two or three violins can perform it using the...

Eingerichtet von Katharina Mai-Kümmel. Eine Auswahl an internationalen Weihnachtsliedern in für Anfänger geeigneten Tonarten, um so auch bei den Kleinsten möglichst früh den Spaß am Orchesterspiel zu...