Intermediate Sheet Music for String Orchestra

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These two tunes represent the very best of the fiddling tradition! Equally exciting to play and to listen to, they are frequently heard at fiddle-fests. Each instrument plays predominantly in first po...

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...

Great for the holidays, as with all TSO pieces, yet based on classical music so also fitting for any pops concert, 'The Mountain,' arranged by Bob Phillips, is another Trans-Siberian hit! Based upon '...

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...

Mysterious Forces, by Michael Hopkins, is a fast and rhythmically energetic piece in E minor for intermediate orchestra. All sections of the orchestra are featured on melodic material. Violin, viola,...

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...

The "Skye Boat Song" is one of the best known of all Scottish folk songs. In this rich treatment by Carrie Lane Gruselle, school orchestras can experience this great melody from the Celtic folk tradit...

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...

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...

Constantly changing meters and modern harmonies give this piece a contemporary sound not often found in string music for young orchestras. Your students will really take to the rhythmic and driving in...

This delightful, original work from Brendan McBrien depicts the story of an imaginary friend created by his daughter. Whimsical and light-hearted, Adra's Dance presents a welcome change of pace to any...

During the Civil War era, the song "Follow the Drinking Gourd" was shared among slaves as a means to facilitate their escape to the North. The text of the song contained hidden messages about how the...

Westward Motion is sure to thrill audiences and students with its majestic and exhilarating sound. Featuring 16th note rhythms, independence in each part, and some basic shifting, the piece is a valua...

MacPherson's Lament is a delightful Scottish air arranged by Bob Phillips and Dean Marshall, the music director of the world famous fiddle group, Barrage. Legend has it that MacPherson went to his dea...

The melody of this classic fiddle tune weaves through each section, modulating from D Minor to A Minor, wrapping up in a true fiddle style. Claimed by the Irish and the Scottish, "Tam Lyn" is one of t...

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...

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This energetic and spooky scherzo is a great piece for teaching the key of G minor to a young orchestra. It features a melody based on a scale in broken thirds with short fast bow strokes. All the ins...

A cool viola feature! Beginning with a solo introduction invoking a Celtic lament, it morphs into a driving rock pulse of 3+3+2. Unlike most rock tunes, there is no need for drums, guitar, or piano as...

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...