Classical Modern Music Sheet Music for String Orchestra

This arrangement uses the main themes of the second and third movements of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2. It opens with the haunting Adagio sostenuto. At measure 16, the third movement's rhapsod...

Shostakovich's Fifth Symphony was written in 1937 and premiered that year in Leningrad (St. Petersburg). It was a major success with an ovation lasting over 30 minutes. The symphony is approximately 4...

This cantible piece works great as a short lyrical interlude in a program. Written for the advancing intermediate ensemble. the score features expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys, but technical d...

Intermediate

Easy

One of America's foremost composers, William Grant Still (1895-1978) had the distinction of becoming a legend in his own lifetime. From a musical family, he studied at Wilberforce University, Oberlin...

One of America's foremost composers, William Grant Still (1895-1978) had the distinction of becoming a legend in his own lifetime. From a musical family, he studied at Wilberforce University, Oberlin...

Dion Morales arranged 'Through Moanin' Pines' by Harry T. Burleigh allowing younger musicians to celebrate and perform music by a composer of color. A masterful edition of this spiritual, soulful tune...

Flowing in the Wind inspires imagination and memories about a carefree time or place. The legato bow strokes and intricate harmonies, surround the listener with a beauty and sense of well-being. Yukik...

Mimosa Shower was written with a sense of anticipation for spring. The brightness of D Major is perfect for string orchestra, and the yellow color of the mimosa flower reminds me of this key. Mimosa S...

Imagine arriving at Fair Isle between Scotland and Norway, a remote island where shipwrecks and rare birds exist, as you breathe in the tranquility of an older time. Fair Isle Walkabout musically tran...

Blue Hook will stimulate the imaginations of the players and audiences alike. As the music drives through modes, students are practicing their hooked bows without realizing they are working. Blue Hook...

Higgins - Grade 3

Explorer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 20).

Value pak for Essential Elements Patriotic Favorites for Strings, this set includes a starter set of 22 books, Conductor Score, and CD Accompaniment. Each song is correlated with a specific level in t...

A Grand Affair is written in the timeless style of the classical tradition and is rich in melodic content and appealing rhythmic figures. Scored at a level 2, it is well-suited for developing orchestr...

Mekanno is an appealing and energetic composition for strings that projects an urban, contemporary vibe. Written at a level 3, it is based on an infectious 8-bar motif, and will appeal to players of a...

Lyric for Strings was composed in 1946 and was originally the second movement of my first string quartet. After a brief introduction, the principal theme that permeates the entire work is introduced b...

There is nothing like the beauty of a clear blue sky on a spring or summer day. Lying on a blanket as you look up, whether in soft grass or on a sandy beach, it's a time to take a deep breath and appr...

ENCHANTEN is a magical piece that mystifies and charms at the same time. Its effect is that of being in a magical garden where wondrous things occur to delight the senses. The mood is mysterious and w...

This haunted dance in G minor will capture the hearts and souls of your students and their audiences. From its hypnotic opening to its swaying sicilienne rhythms, MYSTERIOUS SHADOWS has the power to t...

Starting with an eight-measure violin solo, this simple but elegant melody weaves its way through the orchestra, providing different sections the opportunity to shine, and play expressively. Written e...

This is a programmatic work featuring three distinct sections: “Spring Melt,” “Lake Is Open Now” and “Winter Freeze.” Written specifically about Lake Erie, each section tries to paint a picture of tha...

THE ROCK was composed on guitar and then scored for string orchestra. The ostinato phrase repeats itself multiple times forming the rhythmic section for a blues-like melody. To maximize audience enjoy...

DREAMDANCING opens with an expansive, lyrical introduction. The middle section is more animated as the dance theme unfolds, ultimately driving the piece to a majestic and dramatic conclusion. The scor...