MakeMusic Developing Strings

Introduce one of Mozart's best known operas to your ensemble with this exciting yet approachable nod to "The Marriage of Figaro." Finding Figaro is an entry-level adaptation by Carrie Lane Gruselle ba...

Explore Searching for Seville, a fantastic arrangement based on Rossini's overture to The Barber of Seville! The clever and confident character of Figaro comes through in music that provides ample opp...

Unleash the excitement of arena rock in your string orchestra! We're Number One! is a high-energy piece by Dión Morales that is perfect for developing players, utilizing only open strings and first-fi...

Unleash ghoulish grooves with this 60s-inspired work by Tim Thompson for beginning strings. The catchy rhythm is based on the title "Mon-ster Mashed Po-ta-toes" and optional drumset guarantees that au...

Embark on an epic sonic adventure with Into the Wildlands by Brian Balmages! This captivating piece begins with mystery, then explodes into vibrant energy, mirroring a thrilling expedition. Soaring me...

At the edge of the unknown, the world holds its breath. And so begins this thrilling musical adventure by Chris Thomas! On the Edge of Destiny features a bold melody, rhythmic drive, and cinematic fla...

Feel the tension as a powerful force reaches its peak in this high-velocity string work by Brian Balmages! Clever rhythmic interplay and contemporary harmonies keep the audience on edge, yet the music...

Introduce one of Mozart's best known operas to your ensemble with this exciting yet approachable nod to "The Marriage of Figaro." Finding Figaro is an entry-level adaptation by Carrie Lane Gruselle ba...

Introduce one of Mozart's best known operas to your ensemble with this exciting yet approachable nod to "The Marriage of Figaro." Finding Figaro is an entry-level adaptation by Carrie Lane Gruselle ba...

Introduce one of Mozart's best known operas to your ensemble with this exciting yet approachable nod to "The Marriage of Figaro." Finding Figaro is an entry-level adaptation by Carrie Lane Gruselle ba...

Get ready to rock! And improvise! And learn notes on the G string! G Street Rock, by Katie O'Hara LaBrie, promotes both music literacy and creativity. A four-bar vamp allows students to improvise or p...

Get ready to rock! And improvise! And learn notes on the G string! G Street Rock, by Katie O'Hara LaBrie, promotes both music literacy and creativity. A four-bar vamp allows students to improvise or p...

Get ready to rock! And improvise! And learn notes on the G string! G Street Rock, by Katie O'Hara LaBrie, promotes both music literacy and creativity. A four-bar vamp allows students to improvise or p...

Get ready to rock! And improvise! And learn notes on the G string! G Street Rock, by Katie O'Hara LaBrie, promotes both music literacy and creativity. A four-bar vamp allows students to improvise or p...

This engaging work by Katie O'Hara LaBrie becomes a secret agent soundtrack as students spy around corners, sneak stealthily like ninjas, and burst out in surprise attacks. I Spy uses a wide range of...

This engaging work by Katie O'Hara LaBrie becomes a secret agent soundtrack as students spy around corners, sneak stealthily like ninjas, and burst out in surprise attacks. I Spy uses a wide range of...

This eerie composition employs colors and harmonies rarely found at this level. Based on harmonic illusions where notes seem to drift out of context, Mind Games introduces low-1 fingerings in a pedago...

This eerie composition employs colors and harmonies rarely found at this level. Based on harmonic illusions where notes seem to drift out of context, Mind Games introduces low-1 fingerings in a pedago...

Golden Grove is a celebratory and extremely versatile work! The majestic lines sweep throughout the ensemble amidst a backdrop of pulsating rhythms. Perform it with your developing ensemble alone, or...

Golden Grove is a celebratory and extremely versatile work! The majestic lines sweep throughout the ensemble amidst a backdrop of pulsating rhythms. Perform it with your developing ensemble alone, or...

Journey to a fantastical world where dragons defend a flaming pearl, representing everything from wisdom and power to prosperity and immortality. Dragon Pearl includes a stunning opening that reflects...

Journey to a fantastical world where dragons defend a flaming pearl, representing everything from wisdom and power to prosperity and immortality. Dragon Pearl includes a stunning opening that reflects...

Journey to a fantastical world where dragons defend a flaming pearl, representing everything from wisdom and power to prosperity and immortality. Dragon Pearl includes a stunning opening that reflects...

Journey to a fantastical world where dragons defend a flaming pearl, representing everything from wisdom and power to prosperity and immortality. Dragon Pearl includes a stunning opening that reflects...

Royal March of the Lion is the introduction from the famous "Carnival of the Animals" by Camille Saint-Saëns. This arrangement by Carrie Lane Gruselle lets students portray a dignified procession hono...