Youth String Orchestra

Loaded with great learning opportunities, this arrangement is more evidence of Elliot Del Borgo's mastery of writing for school orchestras. Combining a well-known Bach chorale with the famous G major...

Loaded with great learning opportunities, this arrangement is more evidence of Elliot Del Borgo's mastery of writing for school orchestras. Combining a well-known Bach chorale with the famous G major...

The rhythmic energy and full sounds for which Elliot Del Borgo is known are present in this vibrant new composition. Centered in D throughout, the work uses a variety of different modes to create tona...

This five-movement work features several different composers of the renaissance period in a well-crafted arrangement for young orchestras. This is an excellent vehicle for teaching about this importan...

This rhythmically exciting work is sure to be a favorite with students and audiences alike. The driving rhythms of the work surround an Andante middle section of expressive beauty. Don't miss this one...

Feature your favorite staff members, administrators or other volunteers on this very student-friendly arrangement of the famous Toy Symphony. You may use the suggested toys (cuckoo, train whistle, rat...

This extremely popular work has been skillfully arranged for young strings by Richard Meyer. Good for teaching early syncopation, this arrangement maintains the flavor of the original in a very easy-t...

This extremely popular work has been skillfully arranged for young strings by Richard Meyer. Good for teaching early syncopation, this arrangement maintains the flavor of the original in a very easy-t...

These three contrasting movements represent ideal literature for the intermediate orchestra. Very accessible, yet highly musical, this work will be one that you will enjoy coming back to year after ye...

You won't believe the sound your strings will get with this wonderful new piece by master composer Elliot Del Borgo! Rich and full-sounding, this is the perfect piece to start off your school year wit...

Using a wide variety of styles, tempos and keys, this creative new work is a wonderful teaching piece and an outstanding addition to the middle school string orchestra repertoire. Featuring melodic wo...

This charming dance from Tchaikovsky's best-loved ballet, is a great way to introduce your young orchestra to staccato bow style and simple accidentals (C#, D# and Bb). All new concepts are very clear...

This charming dance from Tchaikovsky's best-loved ballet, is a great way to introduce your young orchestra to staccato bow style and simple accidentals (C-sharp, D-sharp, and B-flat). All new concepts...

Each section will enjoy a turn playing the lively melody in this fun and spirited arrangement from one of today's master writers for young orchestra, Carrie Lane Gruselle. 'Kid tested' by the arranger...

This collection of seven pieces is intended for elementary string players embarking on orchestra rehearsals and performances for the first time. The rhythms and notes used in all parts are quite basic...

Written in the key of D major and entirely in first position, The Boogie-Man Blues can be used to introduce young string players to swing, 'walking' bass and the 12-bar blues form. There are a few slu...

Three of Beethoven's most well-known compositions are combined in this wonderful arrangement by John O'Reilly. The opening features the powerful beginning section of the fifth symphony followed by the...

You may not recognize the title, but you're sure to recognize the tune! This delightful music by one of the most successful French ballet composers has been carefully re-scored for young strings. Your...

Rich harmonies set in the Mixolydian mode establish the fresh style of this delightful fantasy for strings. After the lyrical introduction, a light pizzicato accompaniment supports the more rhythmical...

This grade two arrangement of the finale from Beethoven's fifth symphony features the heroic opening theme as well as the lyrical secondary theme. While the key has been changed to G major and the rhy...

This grade two arrangement of the finale from Beethoven's fifth symphony features the heroic opening theme as well as the lyrical secondary theme. While the key has been changed to G major and the rhy...

This colorful arrangement of the 'Anvil Chorus' from Verdi's Il Trovatore begins with an energetic introduction played by all the strings. It is followed by the rousing main theme, which recalls the o...

This colorful arrangement of the "Anvil Chorus" from Verdi's Il Trovatore begins with an energetic introduction played by all the strings. It is followed by the rousing main theme, which recalls the o...

This original piece features three soloists and the use of only one bow throughout! Your audience will be captivated as they watch the violin, viola, and cello soloists pass a bow amongst themselves w...

December Fanfare is a perfect, high-energy opening/closing concert selection! Containing a vigorous rhythmic drive and unexpected appearances of familiar melodic ideas, this work makes for a great cha...