FJH Beginning Strings

An imagined soundtrack to a high-stakes game of espionage... The music drifts between episodes of intense dissonance and brief moments of calm, allowing you to catch your breath before the chase conti...

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...

Finally, an accessible piece for young string students with options to teach improvisation! Written by jazz composer and violinist Martin Norgaard, Calypso is based on rhythms and singable melodies in...

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...

19th century England meets 1950s Cuba in this clever Latin-style arrangement of a traditional carol! Optional percussion create an authentic Latin sound as the orchestra celebrates the holidays in tru...

Students confidently tell their story as though from the mountaintops in this African American Spiritual. With straightforward rhythms and pitches, the right arm and bow hand can be the focus to achie...

Students confidently tell their story as though from the mountaintops in this African American Spiritual. With straightforward rhythms and pitches, the right arm and bow hand can be the focus to achie...

Elliot Del Borgo uses this classic Christmas carol in a substantial piece for young musicians. The yuletide theme is present throughout, but Elliot has incorporated additional music for directors who...

Elliot Del Borgo uses this classic Christmas carol in a substantial piece for young musicians. The yuletide theme is present throughout, but Elliot has incorporated additional music for directors who...

Elliot Del Borgo uses this classic Christmas carol in a substantial piece for young musicians. The yuletide theme is present throughout, but Elliot has incorporated additional music for directors who...

Elliot Del Borgo uses this classic Christmas carol in a substantial piece for young musicians. The yuletide theme is present throughout, but Elliot has incorporated additional music for directors who...

This symphonic treatment of Good King Wenceslas is perfect for your next holiday concert. Easy double stops will really make your ensemble sound brilliant. The piece is voiced in simple three-part har...

This symphonic treatment of Good King Wenceslas is perfect for your next holiday concert. Easy double stops will really make your ensemble sound brilliant. The piece is voiced in simple three-part har...

From one of the country's most prolific composers, here is an easy holiday work featuring Angels We Have Heard on High, Hark! the Herald Angels Sing, God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, and O Come, All Ye F...

From one of the country's most prolific composers, here is an easy holiday work featuring Angels We Have Heard on High, Hark! the Herald Angels Sing, God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, and O Come, All Ye F...

From one of the country's most prolific composers, here is an easy holiday work featuring Angels We Have Heard on High, Hark! the Herald Angels Sing, God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, and O Come, All Ye F...

From one of the country's most prolific composers, here is an easy holiday work featuring Angels We Have Heard on High, Hark! the Herald Angels Sing, God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, and O Come, All Ye F...

Yes-this piece has it all! Combining Up on the Housetop, Jolly Old Saint Nicholas, and even a touch of Pachelbel's Canon in D, this clever arrangement has something for everyone. Contrasting bowings a...

Yes-this piece has it all! Combining Up on the Housetop, Jolly Old Saint Nicholas, and even a touch of Pachelbel's Canon in D, this clever arrangement has something for everyone. Contrasting bowings a...

This very playable arrangement is based on an old London carol dating back to the 16th century. The straightforward and rhythmically simple melodic lines are modal in nature and form one of the memora...

This very playable arrangement is based on an old London carol dating back to the 16th century. The straightforward and rhythmically simple melodic lines are modal in nature and form one of the memora...