Youth String Orchestra

Ignite the stage with Strings of Fire by Chris M. Bernotas! This exhilarating piece for string orchestra is a nonstop inferno, fueled by relentless eighth notes that propel the ensemble forward. A fie...

String educator Keith Sharp offers this lighthearted work with a Mexican theme. Dancing Peppers is both fun to play and packed with wonderful teaching opportunities to help encourage both left- and ri...

This dignified work conjures images of 17th century France with its stately melodies. Students explore a full dynamic spectrum as the piece develops and all sections have melodic material. Optional pe...

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Recreate the pageantry of the 17th-century British Cavaliers with this stirring string orchestra piece. Depicting the loyal horsemen who helped restore the Stuart Dynasty to the throne, Procession Of...

Recreate the pageantry of the 17th-century British Cavaliers with this stirring string orchestra piece. Depicting the loyal horsemen who helped restore the Stuart Dynasty to the throne, Procession Of...

A Midwinter Daydream is a beautiful piece for young string orchestras, featuring emotional melodies and a colorful chord progression. It encourages students to play expressively while warming the hear...

A Midwinter Daydream is a beautiful piece for young string orchestras, featuring emotional melodies and a colorful chord progression. It encourages students to play expressively while warming the hear...

Travel back to the age of castles and kings with this catchy dance music of the royal court jester. Easy notes and engaging rhythms make learning The King's Jester fun for young players, making it a g...

Travel back to the age of castles and kings with this catchy dance music of the royal court jester. Easy notes and engaging rhythms make learning The King's Jester fun for young players, making it a g...

You won't believe how full the ensemble will sound performing Gershwin's endeared classic. This fabled melody is now accessible for your beginning strings by Bob Cerulli. (2:13)

You won't believe how full the ensemble will sound performing Gershwin's endeared classic. This fabled melody is now accessible for your beginning strings by Bob Cerulli. (2:13)

Showcase a student or bring in a guest artist to perform with your beginning students! Included are advanced solo violin and viola parts along with easier violin and viola solos as an option. Highligh...

Here's the perfect piece for your 'C-farers!' Written especially for young violists, cellists, and bassists, C-Serpents explores the depths of the lower strings. Simple modes are creatively mixed with...

This arrangement maintains the gentle essence of the concerto grosso movement of this well-known work while all sections have an opportunity to play the rich melodies and counterpoint. The lyricism an...

A light-hearted piece for introducing, recruiting, or simply featuring string players, every section is highlighted - even the second violins! This arrangement of an old favorite Austrian round is per...

A light-hearted piece for introducing, recruiting, or simply featuring string players, every section is highlighted - even the second violins! This arrangement of an old favorite Austrian round is per...

Based on one of the most famous themes in classical literature, this arrangement by Andrew Dabczynski captures the essence of the 'Trout Quintet.' This music will fall under the fingers of the entire...

End your first year with three American folk songs about water, each of which is passed around the orchestra. Learning opportunities abound, both with the bow and pizzicato. There are some easy double...

An exhilarating contribution to the young string repertoire that focuses the energy and intensity of our developing musicians into one powerful musical statement. Featuring a melody that students will...

Imagine a cheery tune Santa's elves might sing while making Christmas toys! This fun polka for beginners stays on the D and A strings, uses only the first finger pattern, and is aimed at developing de...

Sweeping dynamic changes, dark melodies that flow between the sections, and driving ostinatos add to the shadowy allure of the dramatic journey of Harrowland. Teachers will appreciate the technical wo...

Sweeping dynamic changes, dark melodies that flow between the sections, and driving ostinatos add to the shadowy allure of the dramatic journey of Harrowland. Teachers will appreciate the technical wo...

Paying tribute to great artists like Dick Dale, The Ventures, and Jan and Dean, here is an exciting, fast-paced piece in the style of classic 1960s surf rock. Easy eighth and quarter note rhythms and...

Paying tribute to great artists like Dick Dale, The Ventures, and Jan and Dean, here is an exciting, fast-paced piece in the style of classic 1960s surf rock. Easy eighth and quarter note rhythms and...