Jugendstreichorchester

Have the cookies left out on Christmas Eve mysteriously vanished? Does it seem like the nutcracker and toy soldier figurines have moved by themselves overnight? Are you experiencing strange visions of...

Chromatic passages, basic shifting, and a variety of rhythmic patterns make for a challenging romp through one of Tchaikovsky's most-loved symphonic works.

This fierce concert piece takes the orchestra on an exciting musical journey. With strong rhythm and melodic themes, each section has the opportunity to perform important lines. Students will be chall...

A totally charming piece from the master of light classical music! Written during the period when Anderson's music was composed for and introduced by The Boston Pops Orchestra, it continues to maintai...

The Swan by Saint Saens is one of the most recognizable themes of the Romantic period. This arrangement for string orchestra by Lauren Keiser captures the essence of this beatiful melody while adaptin...

Kraftvolle Linien und starke Rhythmen leiten diese Reise in die Vergangenheit der Menschheit ein. Nach der dramatischen Eröffnung führt das Cello mit einer choralartigen Melodie an, während die oberen...

Eine treibende rhythmische Melodie wird durch einseitige "Schläge" in den unteren Stimmen unterstützt, um in dieser Ouvertüre für Streicher ein hohes Maß an Intensität zu erzeugen. Wenn sich der "Schw...

The region of Spain known as Andalucía provides the inspiration for this intense, emotional piece. The blending of flamenco and traditional march styles with a wonderful modal mixture of E minor and C...

Just for fun - and swing technique! This jazzy swing arrangement will teach important skills with a well-known tune as young players expand the realm of string playing with alternative styles. (2:45)

A Joyful Christmas' is based on the popular Christmas carol 'Joy to the World.' Victor López has masterfully written an arrangement that has a Latin flavor and will delight audiences. The piece effect...

Shout along, stomp along, or just plain enjoy! This infectious, rhythmic song will keep the students engaged and be fun to play. The groove is easy to learn, even by ear. 'One Foot,' arranged by veter...

A fitting introduction sets the stage for the gorgeous melody that interacts throughout the string ensemble. An intriguing center section develops and brings the listener back to the rich beginning th...

Hören Sie, was passiert, wenn Beethoven auf Mozart, Offenbach, Brahms, Händel, Bach, Saint-Saëns und Rossini trifft, in diesem cleveren Arrangement, das die "Ode an die Freude" mit einigen der berühmt...

Get your audience involved in this fun, interactive piece designed to break the 'fourth wall' that divides performers and listeners. Fresh and hip-sounding, this creative selection is a clap, stomp, a...

Fashioned in the style of a Debussy piano prelude, this delicate piece is a refreshing break from the ordinary. Your students will love the Impressionistic colors and harmonies of this selection, and...

Develop your orchestra's legato playing skills with this lovely folk song. The interesting orchestration helps showcase a very mature sound and every section shares the melody. A perfect 'second piece...

A great way to introduce students to tone painting, this unique and fun-to-play selection traces the path of an imaginary river, which begins as a tiny spring and gradually grows. Themes from three fa...

This totally unique (and somewhat crazy!) selection by Richard Meyer will be the hit of your holiday concert! Your audience will be delighted when they hear what happens when the festive Welsh carol '...

Your students will love playing this fast and energetic new work! Set in E minor, the piece is great for working on dynamic contrasts, staccato, and legato bowing. All parts are playable in first posi...

With a bright and cheerful opening and a lyrical middle section, this piece celebrates the early years of the United States and the sacrifices that secured our freedom. Composed by Michael Hopkins, th...