Intermediate Sheet Music for String Orchestra

This beautiful, treasured carol originated as an anonymous lullaby associated with the Nativity. In this arrangement by Jerry Brubaker, the harmonies are lush with a contemporary feeling. Widely used...

Dance of the Imps is a showcase of what is possible with pizzicato. Written by Nathan Jacklin, the work's quick melodic lines are supported by energetic, syncopated rhythms, making the music dance for...

Three charming dances for string orchestra with piano, all with a flavor of the Baroque era. The first, Allamande, is dainty and endearing. Second is the more regal Sarabande. The concluding movement...

Violinists will love the opening solo statement of this poignant and distinctively Irish-flavored melody. The pizzicato accompaniment and optional harp part add to the folk texture. This is a fine add...

We can't think of any better way to say it - This piece ROCKS! Loaded with driving rhythms and special effects, you won't believe that a piece sounding this sophisticated could play this easy! Using s...

From the exciting opening statement to the powerful closing, you and your students will be hooked by the energy and exuberance of this one! The driving rhythms and lyrical moments make this piece a wo...

Your orchestra will absolutely love playing this original new "Russian-flavored" work by Michael Reilly. A study in contrasts, this piece includes a lush and expressive melody of extreme beauty, follo...

This gorgeous song, a favorite since the 1940s, hit new popularity when performed by Beyoncé for the touching dance of President and Mrs. Obama at the 2009 inaugural ball. Perfectly scored for strings...

You need a piece to include in cross-curricular teaching? This is it! Your students are studying European history? This is the piece for you! Featuring the beloved themes of Great Britain, France, Ger...

In an animated and spirited showcase, the concertino group is challenged to show what they can do with a number of vividly contrasting styles. Solo parts are provided for violin, viola or violin 2, an...

An intense, up-tempo piece in a power rock style, similar to the Ramones, Green Day, or the Foo Fighters, that students will enjoy performing because it utilizes an aggressive style that is fun to per...

Both joyous and playful as the title indicates, this snappy composition crackles with life and 'what's next?' moments. Get ready to syncopate and play off the string! Inspired by Haydn's brand of musi...

Art Sheinberg has discovered a gem from the late English Baroque keyboard literature and expertly scored it to sound as if it were originally for strings. The violin ll and viola parts are often doubl...

Beautiful, nostalgic, and lush, this intimate arrangement of a traditional Irish tune is an excellent tool for teaching phrasing and legato playing. A beautiful moment for your concert or contest! (3:...

Imagine howling winds and bitter cold as musicians rehearse. Good King Wenceslas arrives with gifts of food and fuel! Spirits are lifted, the music is transformed, and everyone chills out. Blending an...

Following the tradition of humorous and light-hearted themes, this scherzo will delight players and audiences. The swashbuckling pirate-like theme will make this piece a winner at festival and contest...

Nothing says Noel better than a 16th century courtly dance. Also known as 'Un Flambeau, Jeanette, Isabelle,' this piece was originally performed for the French nobility. The variations in this new set...

Morton Gould's iconic 1943 set of orchestral variations on the Civil War tune, 'When Johnny Comes Marching Home,' has been recorded and performed by major orchestras around the world. This truly Ameri...

Imagine tiptoeing through the forest on a dark, stormy night, wolves circling, while hints of the 'Dies Irae' theme pound in the air! In this spooky tango by Katie O'Hara La Brie, students will explor...

Gaelic Trilogy by Jim Palmer provides the string orchestra with an opportunity to perform three Irish fiddle tunes: 'Faired Hair Mary,' 'Neil Gow's Lament,' and 'Stray Away Child.' All sections, inclu...

This multi-level piece includes a full set of parts for grade 2 as well as a full set for grade 4 ensembles. Mix and match the parts as you need - perfect for mixed-ability ensembles! The traditional...

Compassion, by Rossano Galante, sets the tone for love and loss. Written in memory of Bryan T. Doll Jr., a 14-year-old boy who lost his life. The introduction incorporates a gentle string passage feat...

Harry Alshin has adapted this timeless love song to the accessible key of D major. Cellos start the opening phrase which is then passed to the violins. The counter melodies are carefully interwoven fo...

Intense drive, impulsive rhythms, and an unrelenting intensity make this a must for every grade 3 string orchestra. The piano is essential, everyone shares in melodic performance, and the exuberance o...