Easy Sheet Music for String Orchestra

In this arrangement of the fiddle tune 'Turkey in the Straw,' the turkey has dressed up and gone to the concert hall where its tune is heard in the style of Bach, Rossini, and Strauss, with a cameo ap...

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As soon as your young string players have learned their 'low 2' finger patterns, they are ready for this catchy teaching tune. Written in the attention-grabbing key of A minor, this mystical piece rei...

Lovely and very playable! During the holiday song, 'We Three Kings,' the lyrics read, 'Star of wonder, Star of night, Star with royal beauty bright.' These lyrics reveal a special meaning in this wond...

Truly a beautiful and majestic work! This is a great piece for teaching slurs, bow distribution, bowing variation, using 4th finger on violin and viola, hemiola, dynamic contrasts, ritardando, and leg...

Take your young musicians and the audience on a trip to Africa with this tuneful and rhythmic offering. The tribal Swahili beat and authentic-sounding harmonies will provide a colorful and vibrant mom...

Unison sections, contrary motion, and a strong rhythmic drive combine to make this exciting piece a sure winner. Plenty of opportunities for skill building and aural training.

Conjure images of bagpipes, drums, and parades, and enjoy familiar Scottish music in this lovely arrangement of an ancient tune. All parts remain in 1st position. The optional percussion will add to t...

Conjure images of bagpipes, drums, and parades, and enjoy familiar Scottish music in this lovely arrangement of an ancient tune. All parts remain in 1st position. The optional percussion will add to t...

This beautiful tune is an opportunity to introduce or reinforce 6/8 time. Played delicately, the violins and violas will experience the richness of their low registers in contrast to the brilliance of...

Santa takes his yearly 'ride' to boys and girls everywhere in this happy, uplifting, and tuneful song. Always a favorite during the holiday season, it brings joy to children all over the world.

Explore two modes, first in a chant-like E Aeolian section reminiscent of early Medieval music, followed by a dance-like G Mixolydian section. What a great change of pace that includes dialogues betwe...

This original composition is a study in contrasts fueled by relentless rhythmic propulsion. All sections have a chance to be featured as well as accompany. This piece will sharpen your group's ensembl...

A delightful arrangement of this captivating tune that is easy to play! Teaching opportunities abound, including reinforcing C natural on the A string, F natural on the E string, and contrasting stacc...

The upbeat and happy melodic and rhythmic feel of the calypso style will capture the hearts of your ensemble. Opportunities for audience participation, arco and pizzicato playing as each section takes...

Beautiful, original melodies abound in all sections, but the violas and cellos really get a chance to shine in this suite comprised of three movements: 'River Hymn,' 'Waltz of the Hills,' and 'Barn Da...

Crepuscule is the period of partial darkness at the beginning or end of the day - in other words, twilight. The energy of the sun touches the quiet of the night. This highly energetic work in E minor...

Newtown wants to be remembered as a center for transformation. Composed by a Newtown resident, this music is a heartfelt tribute to Newtown's fallen angels and their families and more. It is a celebra...

This immortal five-note melody is showcased here with warm harmonies in a chorale-like, legato style. Enjoy a taste of Scottish style in this sensitive and engaging setting. Orchestras and audiences w...

Driving ostinatos beat a steady 3/4 rhythm under the steadfast melodies in this vivid musical adventure. Cellos and violas are featured. A wide dynamic range and the extreme ranges of the instruments...

Driving ostinatos beat a steady 3/4 rhythm under the steadfast melodies in this vivid musical adventure. Cellos and violas are featured. A wide dynamic range and the extreme ranges of the instruments...

Bring a bit of Mediterranean cheer to your next concert! Bouncy hooked syncopations, peppered with short 16th note runs, set the pace while broad, elegant themes glide through each section and are a g...

Explore the pirate's code! Set in G major, this piece is full of driving, staccato, dark melodies while including sections of beautiful, legato melodies that will challenge students to change gears. Y...

Get ready to stamp your feet for fearless fun in this great piece for younger players. Everyone gets the line and each section can play fearlessly and with a sense of fun. Towards the end, don't be su...