Youth String Orchestra

Wake up to a brilliant stream of sunshine as portrayed by a wave of sound that instantly hits your audience. Scored to help your group project a massive sound regardless of its size, this accessible w...

For the very youngest musicians, this highly energetic piece does not use any eighth notes, is based on a one-octave D Major scale, and uses mostly stepwise motion throughout. Almost all string crossi...

Persistence, dedication, intention and drive. Exploring the dynamics of human resiliency, this aggressive work relies on driving rhythmic elements, stately melodic lines and intense harmonic moments....

A lyrical mariachi waltz entirely in first position! Imagine a father holding his precious newborn girl, all the while, visions of her Quinceañera (15th birthday celebration) dance through his mind. T...

This is the standard heard for the first time in the motion picture The Wizard of Oz. It has grown to become one of the most popular songs in the world. This easy arrangement is geared for strings aft...

This classical style arrangement from Lauren Bernofsky works well as a concert opener. Everyone in the ensemble has interesting parts, and students can listen for slight variances in the melody as the...

Based on the rhythm of the words "Rubber Chicken Soup" (four eighth notes and a quarter note), this delightful novelty has a wealth of teaching and musical applications. This piece is not only ideal t...

The nonstop movement of a millipede takes center stage in this piece that focuses on eighth notes and bow arm technique. Using simple finger patterns, this piece shares a humorous take on the misunder...