Basic Library Titles for Orchestra

One of the most famous of all overtures, thanks in part to its use as a TV theme. While somewhat challenging, there are optional easy string and percussion parts included that make this a very useful

This is incredibly nice! It's the famous Trepak from Tchaikovsky's "Nutcracker Suite" in an absolutely delightful arrangement by Sandra Dackow that will really bring your winter concert to

An arrangement of Richard Wagner's immortal March of the Meistersingers in an easy setting that is playable by all strings in the first position. An excellent choice for rehearsal and

A nice arrangement of well-known and loved Offenbach themes, including Can-Can, playable all in first position. This is a truly exciting work that students and audiences will all enjoy

This is an excellent selection for an important concert with your string orchestra! Technical demands are kept well in check. First violins require some third-position work, but all other parts can be

This scherzo-like 2nd movement from Mahler's "First Symphony" is a vigorous, exuberant work that evokes rustic good times. Excellent for building confidence and teaching aggressive playing, this is a superb

What a wonderful choice for a holiday concert! Corelli's "Concerti Grossi" are brilliant examples of Baroque orchestral writing, with many sequences, chain suspensions, and sharp dynamics. This is one of

"Always merry and bright" is how Grainger described this cheerful tune! Composed in the style of the traditional English Morris Dance, this completely original work has all the energy and spirit of