Leichte Noten für Streichorchester

You won't believe how full the ensemble will sound performing Gershwin's endeared classic. This fabled melody is now accessible for your beginning strings by Bob Cerulli. (2:13)

Here's the perfect piece for your 'C-farers!' Written especially for young violists, cellists, and bassists, C-Serpents explores the depths of the lower strings. Simple modes are creatively mixed with...

This arrangement maintains the gentle essence of the concerto grosso movement of this well-known work while all sections have an opportunity to play the rich melodies and counterpoint. The lyricism an...

A light-hearted piece for introducing, recruiting, or simply featuring string players, every section is highlighted - even the second violins! This arrangement of an old favorite Austrian round is per...

A light-hearted piece for introducing, recruiting, or simply featuring string players, every section is highlighted - even the second violins! This arrangement of an old favorite Austrian round is per...

Based on one of the most famous themes in classical literature, this arrangement by Andrew Dabczynski captures the essence of the 'Trout Quintet.' This music will fall under the fingers of the entire...

End your first year with three American folk songs about water, each of which is passed around the orchestra. Learning opportunities abound, both with the bow and pizzicato. There are some easy double...

An exhilarating contribution to the young string repertoire that focuses the energy and intensity of our developing musicians into one powerful musical statement. Featuring a melody that students will...

Tongue-in-cheek and beautiful, Bottom of the Ninths is the perfect way to delve into these masterworks with young players in a fun context! All sections remain in 1st position, in the key of D major,...

Rustic themes from Mozart's 'Country Dance in C,' K. 535, brilliantly come together in this charming arrangement written especially with younger players in mind. All parts are in first position, with...

Built from primitive sounding rhythms and modal harmonies, this intriguing work opens with an ominous introduction that leads into the first statement of the main theme. Educational opportunities abou...

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The title of this popular Spanish carol comes not from the Spanish language but rather from the sound of strumming a stringed instrument. This authentic setting for your beginning string orchestra is...

Engage the imagination to build expressive playing as the orchestra plays out this old story of a lost ship. Combining original material as well as the sea shanty 'Spanish Ladies,' this piece will be...

One of the first pieces written exclusively for bands, this movement includes a very lyrical melody reminiscent of British folk music that lends itself perfectly for orchestral use. Included is an opt...

One of the most important works of the 20th century was Stravinsky's ballet, The Firebird. The iconic 'Finale' is now accessible to young players with this effective arrangement by Michael Story. All...

This exciting new work by Michael Story is based on the style of the lively 19th century Bohemian dance of the same name. It is full of contemporary sounds, stylistic contrasts, and some easy quartal...

Make your holiday concert sparkle with this terrific new arrangement called 'Chant de Noël,' based on the popular Christmas carol 'Sing We Now of Christmas' and arranged by Michael Story. Varying text...

Barnburner' by Michael Story is a dynamic festival selection or concert opener or closer that will grab your audience's attention right from the start. It's full of energy, but very playable for devel...

Two-note slurs and dotted quarter note rhythms are introduced to your first year orchestra in this delightful rondo. Basses will use half position while the notes of the D major scale are reinforced....

With or without catnip, the image of a cat dancing to its own private music is intriguing and beguiling. Half positions, left-hand pizzicato, and interesting turns of melody make this the perfect choi...

Two-note slurs and dotted quarter note rhythms are introduced to your first year orchestra in this delightful rondo. Basses will use half position while the notes of the D major scale are reinforced....

With or without catnip, the image of a cat dancing to its own private music is intriguing and beguiling. Half positions, left-hand pizzicato, and interesting turns of melody make this the perfect choi...

Anhaltendes Pizzicato in den ersten Violinen bildet eine tickende Uhr als rhythmische Grundlage für eine lyrische Melodie, die im Orchester weitergegeben wird. Wertvolle Unterrichtspunkte sind die Ton...