Christmas Songs for String Orchestra

The Huron Carol' is Canada's oldest Christmas carol written in 1643 by Jean de Brébeuf, a Jesuit missionary. The melody is from a traditional French folk song, 'Une Jeune Pucelle' ('A Young Maid'). In...

The Huron Carol' is Canada's oldest Christmas carol written in 1643 by Jean de Brébeuf, a Jesuit missionary. The melody is from a traditional French folk song, 'Une Jeune Pucelle' ('A Young Maid'). In...

Think snow! Here's a great winter concert tune when you are looking for something new! The melody comes from a Hungarian folk song. All sections play the melody! (2:10)

Think snow! Here's a great winter concert tune when you are looking for something new! The melody comes from a Hungarian folk song. All sections play the melody! (2:10)

Mele Kalikimaka, the closest approximation of saying 'Merry Christmas' that there is in the Hawaiian language, was written in 1949 and recorded by Bing Crosby and The Andrew Sisters in 1950. This firs...

Mele Kalikimaka, the closest approximation of saying 'Merry Christmas' that there is in the Hawaiian language, was written in 1949 and recorded by Bing Crosby and The Andrew Sisters in 1950. This firs...

Mele Kalikimaka, the closest approximation of saying 'Merry Christmas' that there is in the Hawaiian language, was written in 1949 and recorded by Bing Crosby and The Andrew Sisters in 1950. This firs...

Written in the style of a Russian folk song, this piece is perfect for beginning orchestras that are ready to show off their skills! Simple rhythms, an all-pizzicato texture, and a supporting piano pa...

Written in the style of a Russian folk song, this piece is perfect for beginning orchestras that are ready to show off their skills! Simple rhythms, an all-pizzicato texture, and a supporting piano pa...

Written in the style of a Russian folk song, this piece is perfect for beginning orchestras that are ready to show off their skills! Simple rhythms, an all-pizzicato texture, and a supporting piano pa...

Easy music for string groups. Playstrings provides an enjoyable and varied repertoire for young string orchestras, carefully structured in two levels. The 'Easy' level does not normally exceed Grade 2...

Easy music for string groups. Playstrings provides an enjoyable and varied repertoire for young string orchestras, carefully structured in two levels. The 'Easy' level does not normally exceed Grade 2...

Scarborough Fair and Silent Night are wonderfully beautiful works in minor keys. Who would have thought that mixing them together would work so well? Paired perfectly with the String Ensemble, arrange...

Scarborough Fair and Silent Night are wonderfully beautiful works in minor keys. Who would have thought that mixing them together would work so well? Paired perfectly with the String Ensemble, arrange...

An easy calypso beat sets the mood for this lively Caribbean folk carol. The piano is important at the beginning and in transition while giving support to the rhythmic pulse throughout. Optional auxil...

An easy calypso beat sets the mood for this lively Caribbean folk carol. The piano is important at the beginning and in transition while giving support to the rhythmic pulse throughout. Optional auxil...

This 'all-pizz' arrangement will delight players and audience alike, as it dances like snowflakes off the stage in a whirl of whimsy and festive delight.

This up-tempo arrangement of the traditional "Ukrainian Bell Carol" adds new excitement to an audience favorite! In E minor, both the key and the range work well for young string players. This sparkli...

From the powerful stage show Celtic Woman comes this simple song that translates wonderfully for strings. Bob Longfield's skilled setting for younger players features ample opportunities to teach expr...

An American classic fiddle tune and standard repertoire in the world of bluegrass, Cold Frosty Morning is transformed into an energy-filled showpiece for strings with this clever setting by Larry Moor...

This beloved Appalachian carol by the Dean of American Balladeers is simply exquisite in the skillful hands of arranger Bob Krogstad. Here's a chance to put a fresh, breathtaking and memorable moment...

Your students will love playing this fun-filled creative holiday arrangement. Combining Boil Em Cabbage Down with Jingle Bells, this grade 1+ piece is a great high energy piece to add to your next Chr...

As a pleasing contrast to the predominantly rhythmic character of this familiar holiday theme, this arrangement features a lyrical interlude before the D.S. and coda. Though the piano part is optional...