Modern Classical Music Sheet Music for String Orchestra

Imagine the open prairie, and wagons venturing westward under the vast blue sky. This is the world of Horizon West. Written in the style of an old, western waltz, it is a flowing, cinematic work celeb...

Always lively and often loud dance music, a polka is truly fun for students to play! Though this setting is perfect for a concert, the boisterous feel of an evening of dancing remains! Correlates with...

This musical adventure follows a journey of ambition, persevering through tumultuous times and rising to the glorious triumph of achieved success. The piece begins with violin and cello, building in t...

The smoldering remains of a fire flicker back to life in Ember Dance. This piece is a musical expression of the glowing ashes and sparks that dance through the night air around a fire. This is accompl...

Students will love the contemporary style of Dark Journey as they explore a variety of articulations, dotted rhythms, and off-beat eighth notes. Every section gets a turn at playing the melody, with s...

A solid original work that is set in the minor mode with contrasting sections, Vortex has a bold, edgy style in the main theme that will appeal to younger players. Opportunities to teach important ens...

This multi-faceted musical canvas presents a number of signature themes and moods that can portray specific characters and scenes invented by your students during rehearsals. It includes popular compo...

This epic piece depicts the legendary monster Leviathan, ancient scourge of the seas. The fearsome creature is depicted in E dorian, featuring familiar bow rhythms supporting a melody that is passed a...

We welcome Timothy Isham to the Kendor family of writers with this winning original that combines an infectious rock groove in the cello and bass lines with sassy fiddle figures from violas and violin...

Intended to introduce young players to Latin music style, this cheerful and energized composition is guaranteed to be a success as you tour the Caribbean. In addition to being solidly scored, the catc...

Review published in the revue The Australian on Short Stories written for the Australian Chamber Orchestra:Brett Dean's Short Stories are evocative, tightly structured miniatures, for the most part, b...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting sonic world of Heitor Villa-Lobos with his world-famous "Aria (Cantilena)" from Bachianas Brasileiras No. 5. This masterpiece uniquely blends the elegance of Baroque...

As performed by Trans-Siberian Orchestra For the night is God's cathedral and the stars visit in 'dreams of fireflies.' Look to the fabulous Trans-Siberian Orchestra show to add a bit of spice to you...

With its optimistic and light sound, this piece by Chris Bernotas is sure to be a favorite! Use your imagination to create your own story to accompany the melodic and rhythmic themes in the piece. Eve...

Sparks by Chris M. Bernotas will light up the concert hall with energy and excitement. A variety of textures and techniques are featured while everyone in the string orchestra has an important role. S...

Originally written with seven movements, An English Suite is well-known for its tuneful strains of folk-style melodies, brilliantly presented in the familiar English style of Elgar and Vaughan William...

A long-time favorite in the string repertoire, this 3-movement classic continues to dominate festival performances. Holst created this masterwork with student players in mind during his tenure at St....

This engaging work by Katie O'Hara LaBrie becomes a secret agent soundtrack as students spy around corners, sneak stealthily like ninjas, and burst out in surprise attacks. I Spy uses a wide range of...

What Sweeter Music is widely celebrated as one of the most touching and popular contemporary choral works for the festive season. Published by the renowned Oxford University Press, this enchanting com...

In the summer of 1939, Béla Bartók travels to Switzerland to compose the 'Divertimento for String Orchestra' in just two weeks as the guest of his patron Paul Sacher. Inspired by the hospitable atmosp...

Immerse yourself in the captivating soundscapes of great cinematic music with the "Suite from the Film Music The Gadfly" (Hornisse). Published by the renowned Sikorski Musikverlag, this masterful edit...

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is for you and your string orchestra to enjoy this colorful work. Although not specifically programmatic, The Chase, by Michael Story, is a distinctive pi...

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is for you and your string orchestra to enjoy this colorful work. Although not specifically programmatic, The Chase, by Michael Story, is a distinctive pi...

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is for you and your string orchestra to enjoy this colorful work. Although not specifically programmatic, The Chase, by Michael Story, is a distinctive pi...