Easy Music For String Orchestra

The reverent and powerful hymn heard in the classic film Home Alone is ideal for young string groups. Robert's practical arrangement is both a sensitive and dramatic program piece for a holiday concer...

One of the all-time beloved melodies from the revered Sir Elgar, Nimrod is skillfully arranged for developing groups with this new arrangement from Lloyd Conley. As always, Lloyd's skilled writing bri...

Questo album di lunga data per la banda da concerto è ora disponibile per orchestra d'archi! Il medley di Michael Sweeney composto da due canzoni tradizionali scozzesi ("The Parting Glass" e "Fairy Lo...

This beloved aria heard so often at weddings and other special events has been associated with J. S. Bach due to its inclusion in Bach's Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach; however, it was composed by G...

Good teaching pieces that also have programming appeal are always in demand for developing programs. Lloyd Conley's suite offers several possibilities with optional parts for recorders (or flute and o...

Bring an unforgettable classic to the stage! With Antonín Dvořák's famous "Humoresque", Hal Leonard presents a wonderful edition for string orchestra that will instantly captivate your audience. This...

One of Saint-Saëns' most identifiable symphonic themes has been used in countless horror films and gives the listener an instant connection with drama, intrigue, and suspense. This easy and approachab...

This Brahms piano piece has been carefully crafted into a wonderful ensemble piece for strings with this attractive setting by Robert Longfield. His approach is perfect for teaching melody versus harm...

This barcarolle endures as probably the most popular of the three famous barcarolles in Offenbach's legendary opera, The Tales of Hoffman. This new version for developing strings is set in 3/4 with me...

Taken from the second movement of the Serenade (and similar to the minuets of his idol, Mozart), Tchaikovsky's Valse also resembles many of his own ballet movements. Lauren Keiser's skilled adaptation...

As heard in the Disney classic Fantasia where it served as accompaniment for ostriches, hippos, elephants, and alligators, Dance of the Hours continues as a staple of the of light classical repertoire...

From the Renaissance, John Leavitt brings this terrific ensemble work that is filled with teaching opportunities and performance options. In G major, it features a bit of chromaticism, just right for...

John Moss' version of this gentle carol demonstates why his writing for young string groups has been a staple for directors who enjoy skilled and creative arranging that makes teaching a pleasure. You...

Three beloved songs from the long history of European holiday celebrations have been skillfully woven together in this effective montage for strings. An ideal program number for holiday programs for y...

Bring the timeless romance and emotional depth of the Broadway masterpiece 'West Side Story' to your concert stage! With 'One Hand, One Heart', Leonard Bernstein created one of the most poignant love...

The beloved, gentle folk ballad has been arranged in a easy, comfortable setting for string ensembles by Keith Christopher. His treatment includes nice melodic opportunities for second violin and viol...

Respected writer and educator Lloyd Conley brings us a new teaching piece for beginners. Combining several American folk and fiddle favorites, Lloyd has carefully crafted a fun and performable medley...

Kalinka is a classic Russian folk-dance in the traditional bottle-dance format, carefully crafted here for developing string ensemble. A terrific opportunity to teach and perform music, style and trad...

This iconic traditional Irish medley shines in this accessible arrangement by Larry Moore. Moore's cut-time version begins in G major and modulates to A major for the final section, providing much-nee...

Larry Moore has created an ingenious combination of favorite carols and Pachelbel's most famous work into a clever holiday treat. Starting with the traditional ground bass and melody, he adds a deligh...

One of the most famous orchestral works of all time and now available in a setting for younger players, Blue Danube Waltz will introduce your players to one of the most performed genres in orchestral...

Here's a fun way to teach simple syncopation in a style that students love to play. Fiesta for Strings also lends itself to some clever staging and includes simple, pattern-oriented percussion to add...

An elegant dance in 3/4 time, this Beethoven minuet is a great vehicle for teaching about rondo form. The episodes between the refrains are short - just four measures in most cases - so students hear...

From the rich treasury of orchestral ballet music comes this delightful light program piece by Leo Delibes. The familiar waltz from the sentimental comic ballet remains a favorite on concert stages ar...