Original Concert Works for String Orchestra

The folk-like tune may seem familiar but is a lovely and lyrical original. Beginning in D major, this graceful tone poem opens intimately, with optional soloists from each section. Following the

This lively rondo begins with the famous theme from Paganini's Caprice No. 24, reworked into a 5/4 dance with a cool vibe. Woven into the rondo form are three original dances - a tango, a country

Evoking the steam-powered inventions in the work of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells, this piece captures the spirit and mood of the science fiction genre that features these imaginative machines.

The exotic and mysterious sounds of this imaginative selection imply flavors of music from India. Unexpected harmonic shifts, interesting chromatic twists, haunting melodies, glissandos, and hand-drumming,

Tuneful, energetic, and emotional, this piece presents a sonic kaleidoscope of playing styles that will challenge every section of the advanced string orchestra. The unexpected harmonies and exotic rhythms

Bring a fiddle flavor to your performance with this simplified arrangement of a popular folksong. The perfect opportunity for young players to add hats, bandanas, and square dancing for a fun concert

This modern, joyful piece uses only the notes of the D Major scale on the D and A strings with quarter and eighth notes. It is a great way for beginners to proudly demonstrate their bowing and ensemble

Perfect for late-beginner and early-intermediate orchestras, this work features simple eighth-note ostinatos, dramatic melodies, and a bold, cinematic sound. Rhythmic independence is limited, and the notes

This original piece is in a style reminiscent of the music of the rich cultural heritage of the Appalachia. Music is an important part of the Appalachian way of life. Traditional Appalachian music is

Explore the pirate's code! Set in G major, this piece is full of driving, dark melodies while also including beautiful legato sections challenging students to change gears. Your land-loving young orchestra

Get swept away in a vivid musical adventure, featuring advanced part independence, shifting, and bracing 16th note runs! The dramatic, cinematic style and assertive melodies moving between each section

This joyful, fast-paced composition gives developing players an opportunity to show their spirit and enthusiasm for music. Rapid repeated eighth-note patterns provide an energetic texture as they are passed

Reflecting the beauty and grace of clouds passing by, this very easy work gives young students a chance to explore the full range of the key of G major. This Grade 1 piece includes staccato quarter notes

This lovely arrangement of the traditional Irish tune features a beautiful melody, rich harmonies, and interesting accompaniment that will help your young orchestra sound mature. The long phrases are

Seafaring voyagers are always looking for their next adventure on the open seas! This sea chantey is written in E minor, 4/4 time, and features a spirited, memorable melody, detache bowing, easy rhythms,

Written to help students understand the concept of positions, this entire piece can be played by violins, violas, and cellos in 3rd position with no shifting! The rhythms are kept very simple so students

A stunning lyrical work, Beauteous Spirit is the perfect selection to introduce expressive playing to your beginning strings. All students have an opportunity to play melodic material in this