Leichte Noten für Streichorchester

Scored in D and G major, this adaptation of a piece originally written by Henry Purcell in the 17th century is a marvelous addition to the concert literature for string orchestras of today. Playable e...

This five-part rondo in D and G major showcases the high, middle and low registers of the orchestra in contrasting passages. A mix of majestic and lyrical themes adds to the overall appeal.

In this adaptation of the first movement from Vivaldi's familiar Baroque masterpiece, the two solo parts have been cleverly incorporated into the standard string orchestra parts. Lively canonic melodi...

William Billings illustrious hymn, Chester, is scored at the grade 1 level for string orchestra in a very playable concert setting that allows for a full sound and interesting lines in all parts. The...

This fun grade 1+ piece is designed to help students develop the skill of quickly switching between arco and pizzicato, while also providing experience playing left hand pizzicato and using the 4th fi...

The dark sound of D minor along with the aggressive feeling created by repeated down-bow strokes will be sure to motivate your grade 1 students to practice. This is a great piece for teaching low 2nd...

These popular Bach Minuets are perfect for the development of intonation, rhythm, bowing and dynamics. Some easy contrapuntal textures are an excellent introduction to the Baroque style. Great materia...

This clever original introduces young players to the time-honored tradition of a classic dance suite in a way that will definitely capture their imaginations - using a variety of bowings, pizzicato pa...

Mit optionaler Klavierbegleitung.

This sparkling, energetic original effectively emulates the classic Mozartean style in very playable terms. A vigorous marcato opening, legato midsection, and powerful recap of the first theme will ma...

This epic 'battle' between great classical themes features the famous opening of Beethoven's 5th Symphony, Mozart's Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, and Beethoven's jubilant Ode To Joy. As tension mounts and m...

This grade 1+ piece provides an excellent opportunity to feature low strings, while giving all students a fun part to play. A perfect training piece for F naturals and simple 2-note slurs, this will b...

This arrangement in the original key of C major has been masterfully crafted into a grade 1+ composition that allows young string players the chance to experience the power of this great symphony. All...

This novel setting of the classic fairy tale for string orchestra and narrator can be presented in two ways - by using the conventional narration of the story, or by creating a customized narration fe...

This lively piece focuses on three concepts: note-reading on the G string, combined quarter and eighth note rhythm patterns, and dynamic changes. Written in echo style, it's lots of fun to play and he...

This regal selection from the oratorio Judas Maccabeus by Handel, scored by master arranger John Caponegro, is playable entirely in first position. Accidentals are few, phrasing patterns and rhythms a...

The purpose of this fun-loving piece is to develop good posture (standing up and sitting down), lefthand flexibility (tapping on the string and top of the instrument), and righthand dexterity (alterna...

In this setting of Borodin's most famous theme from Prince Igor, all violins play some divisi passages that may require extra attention. Bowings and fingerings are clearly marked in all parts, the key...

Dedicated to his daughters, this lively concert original (quarter note = 126) features arco and pizzicato techniques, double stops for violins, violas and cellos, and a mix of tutti and contrapuntal p...

This exciting original work is so accessible for the youngest orchestras. Rhythms are very interesting but easily taught, and is a must for contest or festival.

This piece is based on a song written by Margaret Embers McGee in 1918 called My Paddle's Keen And Bright, which became a popular song sung by scouts around the campfire. The strong beat depicts the s...

This exciting arrangement of the traditional Hebrew song, Lo Yisa Goy, will energize any concert program. The E minor melody is played by all instruments with colorful accompaniments throughout, from...

Arranged by one of the most creative educational string writers today, John Caponegro has skillfully adapted two favorite themes from Peter Ilyich Tschaikowsky;s Waltz Of The Flowers, derived from The...

standard string orchestra (88555) with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC (3 copies) and piano Presented here for grade 1+ players, this well-known tune from Franz Schubert's song Die Forelle (The Trout) was al...

This energetic overture featuring driving rhythms and a fresh harmonic approach should be played boldly with confidence. Some violin and cello double stops add dramatic emphasis at key moments, and th...