Basic Library Titles for Orchestra

What could be more inspiring to your young players than playing with an advanced musician? Offer the solo to a local high school or college student, or even a pro in the area, and have them guest star at

Here is music from Haydn's days!  Composed late in his career, "The London Symphonies" came after the death of Mozart, and before the first symphony of Beethoven, and were literally the pinnacle of the

This captivating work is a set of variations on the Pong Lang Dance, one of Thailand's most popular melodies. The pong lang is like a xylophone with its wooden keys suspended vertically on

Adventurous groups will like playing this dramatic modal work in 7/8 time.  The pattern is a consistent 2+2+3.  It's inspired by the climactic battle scene in Shakespeare's Henry V, and

It's great for year-round use, but would be especially scary at Halloween.  The composer describes it as "a dark and sinister night full of strange happenings and ghoulish encounters."  Opening

Not two or three, but six authentic Chanukah songs make up this delightful medley: Maoz Tsur, Oseh Shalom, Svivon, Mi Yamaiel, Chanukah, and My Dreydl are Hebrew folk songs that

The noble elegance and beauty of Respighi's marvelous work shines in this arrangement of the Balletto Movement from Suite No. 1. The feel of early music carries through in an arrangement that works

This simple yet mature-sounding piece is sure to spark your students' imagination, taking them back to the exciting jousting tournaments of medieval times. Driving eighth notes, minor and modal harmonies,

A definitive, lasting arrangement worthy of the epic story! This contains three magnificent themes, one from each of Episodes I, II and III. Titles included are the dramatic Duel of the Fates, the

This special edition of John Williams' eloquent theme is arranged to feature a violin solo, violin duet, or a violin and viola duet. Set in its original key, the solo part is the original version as played

All the best memorable themes from Disney's action-packed animated blockbuster! Motivate students with infectious, exciting melodies in this clever arrangement for string orchestra with optional

With his symphonic, choral, and operatic works, the continuing popularity of Eric Whitacre's dramatic and evocative music is evident in concert programming everywhere. October, one of his most

Add a unique work to your winter concert! This Celtic-sounding arrangement incorporates Joy to the World and O Come All Ye Faithful with the sounds of bagpipe drones and slight variations

This arrangement is simple enough for the violin, viola, or cello soloist of your choice!  Vivaldi's lyrical second movement, now in G Major, stays true to the original with the famous melody over

Performed in the musical movie "August Rush," this classic rock tune enjoys ongoing popularity! This wonderfully playable arrangement in A minor/Dorian keeps all parts in first position. The syncopation is

This brilliantly simple four-movement "symphony" is perfect for beginning string players who are just starting to read. Using only the notes of the D Major scale, each movement focuses on a distinct reading