Youth String Orchestra

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The Korean folk song 'Ahrirang' is presented in this exquisite arrangement for strings and orchestra bells by Richard Meyer. The bell part may also be performed by handbell choir, if desired. An excel...

This standard American folk song becomes great fun in the hands of highly creative arranger Carrie Lane Gruselle. All sections have interesting parts in this often 'bluesy' arrangement. Your students...

This very creative settings of the extremely popular Taiwanese folk song has been designed to help the student orchestra develop a sensitive and lyrical style. Accompanied by lush, modern-sounding har...

Little Liza Jane and 'Dance Josey' are American folk tunes abounding with energy and vitality. In this arrangement, these companion songs give young string players an opportunity to develop pizzicato,...

Your students will love this piece with a Celtic flair! You'll love it because you can teach meter changes (6/8 and 2/4) and modes. A great teaching piece and perfect for first- and second-year studen...

It was while visiting his sister in "Little Russia" (an area of Southern Russia known better as the Ukraine) that Tchaikovsky got the idea to compose a new symphony based on songs he heard from the in...

This piece correlates with Orchestra Expressions Book One. Most listeners, young and old, are familiar with 'There Stands a Little Man in the Woods Alone,' a charming folk song quoted by Engelbert Hum...

This piece correlates with Orchestra Expressions Book One. Most listeners, young and old, are familiar with 'There Stands a Little Man in the Woods Alone,' a charming folk song quoted by Engelbert Hum...

This piece correlates with Orchestra Expressions Book One. Most listeners, young and old, are familiar with 'There Stands a Little Man in the Woods Alone,' a charming folk song quoted by Engelbert Hum...

Go back in time to days of old with gallant knights and lovely ladies! áCastle Lore' is a unique setting of two Irish folksongs, the stately 'Grace O'Malley' and the sprightly 'Brian Boru's March. ' C...

Go back in time to days of old with gallant knights and lovely ladies! áCastle Lore' is a unique setting of two Irish folksongs, the stately 'Grace O'Malley' and the sprightly 'Brian Boru's March. ' C...

Introducing beginners to Chinese string instruments and folk music is a breeze with this arrangement of two contrasting folk melodies. Students will love playing the easy tremolo, glissando and pizzic...

Introducing beginners to Chinese string instruments and folk music is a breeze with this arrangement of two contrasting folk melodies. Students will love playing the easy tremolo, glissando and pizzic...

Introducing beginners to Chinese string instruments and folk music is a breeze with this arrangement of two contrasting folk melodies. Students will love playing the easy tremolo, glissando and pizzic...

Based on the popular American folk song and line dance, here is a very playable arrangement of the always popular Cotton- Eyed Joe. This is a great opportunity to introduce or reinforce cut-time with...

Based on the popular American folk song and line dance, here is a very playable arrangement of the always popular Cotton- Eyed Joe. This is a great opportunity to introduce or reinforce cut-time with...

Based on the popular American folk song and line dance, here is a very playable arrangement of the always popular Cotton- Eyed Joe. This is a great opportunity to introduce or reinforce cut-time with...

A famous folk song during the 1800s, this tune was one of Abraham Lincoln's favorites. This new arrangement is very playable and a great way to give extra meaning to your students' study of the Civil...

A famous folk song during the 1800s, this tune was one of Abraham Lincoln's favorites. This new arrangement is very playable and a great way to give extra meaning to your students' study of the Civil...

A famous folk song during the 1800s, this tune was one of Abraham Lincoln's favorites. This new arrangement is very playable and a great way to give extra meaning to your students' study of the Civil...

Middle School/High School. A legato melody is found in the violins. Harmony parts are straightforward with lovely modal harmonies. A moderate tempo throughout.

Middle School/High School. A legato melody is found in the violins. Harmony parts are straightforward with lovely modal harmonies. A moderate tempo throughout.

Middle School/High School. A legato melody is found in the violins. Harmony parts are straightforward with lovely modal harmonies. A moderate tempo throughout.

A lush, contemporary string setting reflecting the essence of Mark Williams' band arrangement of this lovely folk song. Done as a tribute to the well-known composer following his death, the smooth flo...