FJH Developing Strings

Students explore 6/8 meter and hooked bowing in this delightful arrangement of a Newfoundland folk song. Written in the exotic Dorian mode (E minor with a raised 6th scale degree), the tune is also in...

The fun title is just a hint of the explosive nature of this rock piece based on a 12-bar blues form. An optional drum set part is included to give the piece even more energy. After a statement of the...

In the spirit of classic western songs, this haunting work depicts lonely cowboys on their long journeys across dangerous terrain while facing freezing temperatures, scorching heat, blizzards, rain, a...

Enjoy this comical depiction of a seaside car ride complete with honking horns and passing bicyclists. A wealth of special effects makes this one of a kind! In addition to the comic relief, students g...

Take on the spirit of the ancient Vikings in this dynamic and energetic piece! Open string double stops, pizzicato, and optional percussion create a dramatic sound that will transport you into a legen...

Tell a colorful story that conjures images of wicked forest gnomes, devious pixies, and all things sneaky. A Little Mischief Music is influenced by dark Russian fairy tales and folk songs, and will be...

This four-movement arrangement features some of the most popular themes in Mozart's opera. Representing the main characters as well as the primary segments of the plot, the movements include Birds of...

This four-movement arrangement features some of the most popular themes in Mozart's opera. Representing the main characters as well as the primary segments of the plot, the movements include Birds of...

This thoughtful arrangement from Carmen captures both the opening theme and the toreador's aria, which is initially presented by the cello and bass voices. The entire arrangement remains in the key of...

The fun title is just a hint of the explosive nature of this rock piece based on a 12-bar blues form. An optional drum set part is included to give the piece even more energy. After a statement of the...

The fun title is just a hint of the explosive nature of this rock piece based on a 12-bar blues form. An optional drum set part is included to give the piece even more energy. After a statement of the...

The fun title is just a hint of the explosive nature of this rock piece based on a 12-bar blues form. An optional drum set part is included to give the piece even more energy. After a statement of the...

Hop onboard with this red-hot piece that includes hints of rock music. Musicians hit the ground running as aggressive lines contrast with longer, sweeping phrases. Perfect for building confidence in y...

Conceived as an energetic and musically rewarding work, this piece also happens to be an excellent vehicle for teaching and reinforcing low 1 fingerings (violin/viola), "backward" extensions (cello),...

This festival arrangement of Electric Sinfonia allows students from your entire strings program to play together! The set includes the required grade 2.5 parts along with easier grade 1 parts and a ve...

The ultimate in performance flexibility and a great way to add some sizzle to your next concert! Written for a professional Venezuelan-born violist, this work draws inspiration from the passionate mel...

The ultimate in performance flexibility and a great way to add some sizzle to your next concert! Written for a professional Venezuelan-born violist, this work draws inspiration from the passionate mel...

The ultimate in performance flexibility and a great way to add some sizzle to your next concert! Written for a professional Venezuelan-born violist, this work draws inspiration from the passionate mel...

Explore alternative styles with this fun work that integrates all sections as the work develops. Written with ultimate flexibility in mind, this piece also works well with just violin 1 and piano; vio...

Explore alternative styles with this fun work that integrates all sections as the work develops. Written with ultimate flexibility in mind, this piece also works well with just violin 1 and piano; vio...

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day anytime with this medley of three beloved Irish melodies (The Minstrel Boy, Molly Malone, and Kerry Dance) in the key of G major. Contrasting styles and tempi make this an...

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day anytime with this medley of three beloved Irish melodies (The Minstrel Boy, Molly Malone, and Kerry Dance) in the key of G major. Contrasting styles and tempi make this an...

This lovely setting of the lesser-known folk song Gum Tree Canoe is easy to perform with young musicians. A simple countermelody begins in the violins and moves to the cellos to create momentum. A ver...

This lovely setting of the lesser-known folk song Gum Tree Canoe is easy to perform with young musicians. A simple countermelody begins in the violins and moves to the cellos to create momentum. A ver...

This lovely setting of the lesser-known folk song Gum Tree Canoe is easy to perform with young musicians. A simple countermelody begins in the violins and moves to the cellos to create momentum. A ver...