Jugendstreichorchester

An upbeat, foot-stompin' arrangement of a classic old time fiddle tune that's been passed down for generations. Originally performed at barn raisings, square dances, and other community events through...

An upbeat, foot-stompin' arrangement of a classic old time fiddle tune that's been passed down for generations. Originally performed at barn raisings, square dances, and other community events through...

Written as a modern take on Antonio Vivaldi's Baroque style for beginner to intermediate players, this piece is a showcase for soloists in each section. Young musicians can take turns trading solos, a...

Written as a modern take on Antonio Vivaldi's Baroque style for beginner to intermediate players, this piece is a showcase for soloists in each section. Young musicians can take turns trading solos, a...

Written as a modern take on Antonio Vivaldi's Baroque style for beginner to intermediate players, this piece is a showcase for soloists in each section. Young musicians can take turns trading solos, a...

This romantic-style original piece is great for working on dynamics and running passages. Keep it moving, just like a lazy brook!

This romantic-style original piece is great for working on dynamics and running passages. Keep it moving, just like a lazy brook!

This romantic-style original piece is great for working on dynamics and running passages. Keep it moving, just like a lazy brook!

As the title suggests, this fun piece adds a Latin flavor to a holiday favorite. The middle section even recalls the folk tune 'La Bamba.' 'We Wish You a Merry Christmas' appears in all instrument gro...

As the title suggests, this fun piece adds a Latin flavor to a holiday favorite. The middle section even recalls the folk tune 'La Bamba.' 'We Wish You a Merry Christmas' appears in all instrument gro...

Mazel tov' has become a familiar term used for celebrations, making a perfect combination with this popular folk tune often heard at weddings and other special occasions. In this arrangement, all inst...

Mazel tov' has become a familiar term used for celebrations, making a perfect combination with this popular folk tune often heard at weddings and other special occasions. In this arrangement, all inst...

Imagine four soloists playing eight Boomwhackers on the heads of eight brave audience members while being accompanied by string orchestra. That's the scenario of this hilarious show-stopper. Your audi...

The powerful sound of this classic march is now approachable for young players, bringing a spirit of grand excitement to your concert. An effective vehicle for introducing triplets to students, it mak...

A mysterious pizzicato pulse sets the tone in this sly scherzo while shadowy melodies evoke the wood elves. Dynamics ebb and flow throughout before the piece builds to its conclusion. With a technical...

In this sunny, playful piece, the notes and rhythms are basic, but there are great counting challenges and a minor key middle section that offers a nice contrast. Young players will find this accessib...

Add the thrill and energy of Beethoven to your next concert without having to shift! This simplified setting offers many learning opportunities, including dynamics, bow style, dotted notes, accents, a...

Add the thrill and energy of Beethoven to your next concert without having to shift! This simplified setting offers many learning opportunities, including dynamics, bow style, dotted notes, accents, a...

Add the thrill and energy of Beethoven to your next concert without having to shift! This simplified setting offers many learning opportunities, including dynamics, bow style, dotted notes, accents, a...

In this sensitive arrangement of one of the world's oldest Christmas carols, the haunting melody is passed throughout the orchestra. Changing textures combine with shifting modes to create a lyric and...

This lovely melody has become one of O'Carolan's most popular pieces. In this arrangement the melody is shared by all instruments giving young students the opportunity to play with expression. An opti...

This excellent arrangement by Susan Brown is written in theme and variations format. It includes 'warm-up' exercises and beginner string parts (also included in the score). Piano and percussion parts...

This piece was written at the request of a friend of the composer who wanted an easy piece she could use to introduce low 1st-finger B-flats. Her students really responded to the aggressive style, app...

This piece was written at the request of a friend of the composer who wanted an easy piece she could use to introduce low 1st-finger B-flats. Her students really responded to the aggressive style, app...

There are not many opportunities for young string orchestras to perform repertoire in 5/8. Often, it is not encountered until much later. This piece introduces a 3+2, as well as a 2+3 feel, with splas...