Sheet Music for String Orchestra

This one is the real thing! These two reels, 'The Boys of Malin,' and 'The Gravel Walks' from County Donegal, are played often in Ireland and the style is brisk and straight-ahead. All the players get...

This arrangement of lovely ballads, vigorous fiddle songs, and simple shaped-note tunes is deeply rooted in early-American folk traditions. The three Christmas tunes 'The Babe of Bethlehem,' 'Jesus, J...

This is the perfect piece to introduce students to some of the unique sounds and basic techniques of Indian music. Authentically written and musically engaging, it features a strong melody and deliber...

A delightful arrangement of this captivating tune that is easy to play! Teaching opportunities abound, including reinforcing C natural on the A string, F natural on the E string, and contrasting stacc...

An old silly song, this tune should be performed with the feeling of a rowdy party! Every section has great parts that will provide plenty of learning opportunities.

Students will love playing The Ascent by Tanner Otto for its upbeat, driving rhythms and beautiful melodies. This piece begins with a triumphant ostinato pattern that reappears throughout the work. Th...

With its tuneful and contrasting sections, lively tempo, syncopated rhythms in 2/4, and big finish, this is a great piece to close or open a concert. Flexible parts are included allowing this piece to...

Rarely does a work of such exceptional beauty leave such a lasting impression on the classical music world as this one has. Although scored with younger players in mind, this arrangement preserves all...

Fiddle tunes and carols played in fiddle style! In his 1843 masterpiece, A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens describes the Christmas party and the first song the fiddler played after dinner. This medle...

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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...

You need a piece to include in cross-curricular teaching? This is it! Your students are studying European history? This is the piece for you! Featuring the beloved themes of Great Britain, France, Ger...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Vir-cello Reality, as the title suggests, is a showcase for the cello section. This fast-paced rondo gives the cello section the opportunity to show off their agility, and allows them to sing out as a...

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...

We can't think of any better way to say it - This piece ROCKS! Loaded with driving rhythms and special effects, you won't believe that a piece sounding this sophisticated could play this easy! Using s...

From the exciting opening statement to the powerful closing, you and your students will be hooked by the energy and exuberance of this one! The driving rhythms and lyrical moments make this piece a wo...