Youth String Orchestra

The purpose of this fun-loving piece is to develop good posture (standing up and sitting down), lefthand flexibility (tapping on the string and top of the instrument), and righthand dexterity (alterna...

Scored in G and D, this simplified version of Beethoven's 9th Symphony theme features dramatic crescendos, clear bowing indications, and some pizzicato work for cellos and basses. It also assigns some...

In this setting of Borodin's most famous theme from Prince Igor, all violins play some divisi passages that may require extra attention. Bowings and fingerings are clearly marked in all parts, the key...

Dedicated to his daughters, this lively concert original (quarter note = 126) features arco and pizzicato techniques, double stops for violins, violas and cellos, and a mix of tutti and contrapuntal p...

This exciting original work is so accessible for the youngest orchestras. Rhythms are very interesting but easily taught, and is a must for contest or festival.

This piece is based on a song written by Margaret Embers McGee in 1918 called My Paddle's Keen And Bright, which became a popular song sung by scouts around the campfire. The strong beat depicts the s...

This exciting arrangement of the traditional Hebrew song, Lo Yisa Goy, will energize any concert program. The E minor melody is played by all instruments with colorful accompaniments throughout, from...

Skillfully arranged by one of the most creative educational string writers around today, this adaptation of two popular Nutcracker themes will be a concert favorite at holiday time for years to come....

This well-known tune from Franz Schubert's song Die Forelle (The Trout) was also used in the 4th movement of his famous Trout Quintet. It is a tale about a large trout living in a pond and the efforts...

This energetic overture featuring driving rhythms and a fresh harmonic approach should be played boldly with confidence. Some violin and cello double stops add dramatic emphasis at key moments, and th...

This triumphal selection was composed by a string music educator who knows what works! This winning composition belongs in all elementary and middle school orchestra libraries.

Four dances and reels from Sancho’s Twelve Country Dances for the Year 1779, comprise this upbeat medley. Originally composed for harpsichord, the music is definitely reminiscent of British social dan...

Four dances and reels from Sancho’s Twelve Country Dances for the Year 1779, comprise this upbeat medley. Originally composed for harpsichord, the music is definitely reminiscent of British social dan...

Two sets of string parts make this work accessible to first- and second-year students. There are even two piano parts, one for rehearsal and one for performance, as well as some light percussion.

Cedar Hollow is a small valley in the Ozarks. This work captures the essence and tranquility of the area. The optional harp part will enhance the ensemble wonderfully if used, while skillful writing m...

Cedar Hollow is a small valley (or hollow) in the Ozarks. This work attempts to capture the essence and tranquility of the area. The harp is not essential for performance but will enhance the ensemble...

This engaging piece for string orchestra is appropriate for any time of the year but would be especially fun for a summer orchestra concert. Arco Polo is the musical depiction of the well-known swimmi...

This grade 1.5 work may conjure images of a time and place Samuel Clemens wrote about. Easy to play and richly orchestrated, this piece will become a favorite of your beginning orchestra and their par...

This grade 1.5 work may conjure images of a time and place Samuel Clemens wrote about. Easy to play and richly orchestrated, this piece will become a favorite of your beginning orchestra and their par...