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Your students will love playing this fast and energetic new work! Set in E minor, the piece is great for working on dynamic contrasts, staccato, and legato bowing. All parts are playable in first position and feature interesting melodic material for all the instruments.

We welcome veteran string writer, Steven Frackenpohl to the Kendor family of writers with this new arrangement for grade 2 players. It’s a wonderful medley of three traditional Australian songs in contrasting styles, scored with Violin 2 and Viola on the

An aggressive, original composition that explores contemporary harmonies and vigorous rhythms while creating feelings of animation and excitement! Use this fantastic piece to build musicianship with opportunities to work on harmony, dynamics, balance, and intensity. Sustain the overall drive and energy to the last note!

Lush and dreamy. A contemporary string setting reflecting the essence of Mark Williams' band arrangement of this lovely Scottish folk song. Done as a tribute to the well-known composer following his death, the smooth flowing quality, balance and dynamics will add tremendously to the emotional appeal of this arrangement

Made famous by Elvis Presley in the 1950s, this fun and swingin’ blues piece is delightfully arranged to feature an individual bass player or the whole section with the strings playing back up. The bass solo is easy and the rest of the orchestra gets in o

This grade 2+ jazz waltz is based on a standard blues chord progression, and will be a refreshing change-of-pace for any concert programme. This is a great opportunity to teach students to swing 8th notes. Optional piano and drum set parts are included as

Young string players do not get the opportunity to play Brahms often because much of his greatest music is written for piano, and other works are much too complex. But embedded in the fiery Rhapsody In B Minor (Op. 79, No. 1) is a beautiful interlude which takes on a form of its own. Simple melodies are passed among all instruments and harmonized in parallel 3rds and 6ths. Simple repeated 8th-note patterns with some ties create the undulating current in the accompaniment which drives the piece to its dynamic extremes. This grade 2+ arrangement includes 3 copies of the Viola T.C./Violin 3 part in each set. Duration 3:00.

Now your younger string players can experience the contrapuntal delights of this orchestral masterpiece! The difficult string crossings and the chromatic development section have been eliminated, but all of the colour and energy of the original remain in

Bulgarian folk music is noted for irregular rhythms, but not in this arrangement. The rhythms are straightforward but the phrases fall in groups of three measures rather than four. Easy double and triple stops make the instruments ring. This simple and happy tune provides the basis for contrast and variation

In this lovely arrangement, the tunes about roses come from art music. Set in the familiar keys of D and G, students will focus on sensitivity to style and phrase, accidentals, articulations, and dynamics. Shifting occurs in the first violin, cello, and b

A fun and exciting feature for the Cello section. Listen closely and you'll hear them coming . . . it's the Cello Squadron to the rescue! This fun and exciting section feature has it all—roaring airplane engines (on cello C strings of course!), dive-bombing glissandos, and a heroic main theme based on Wagner's famous Ride of the Valkyries. Designed to give everyone in the orchestra a chance to learn and practice their triplet rhythms, this piece is sure to spark the imagination of all of your students

Reminiscent of the music of Ireland, this piece captures the majestic beauty of one of Ireland's most visited natural wonders, the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, which tower over the Atlantic Ocean. Written in the keys of G Major and D Major, all parts stay

Deep from the heart of Louisiana bayou country where the food is hot and the music hotter, the Cajun spirit is captured here in this exciting piece for your first concert. Accompanied by fun “found sound” instruments such as washboard, washtub, and bottles, this one is a sure hit and offers an opportunity for study of a unique musical style.

Revel in the celebration of life and new beginnings! While evoking a Latin feeling, this piece crosses all boundaries with the high-energy boundless joy found in all sections. In the key of G Major, all in first position, Día de Alegría is highly playable and comes together quickly.

The “double stomp” sound effect accents an infectious melody. Each section shares the melody and remains in 1st position, though the violins have the option of moving to 3rd position at some points for additional challenge. This is one of those tunes that is just plain fun to play and builds rhythmic skills.

Ear-igami is a fascinating musical tribute to the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. Instead of a bow, each performer uses a piece of paper to make sounds and play their instrument. Your audience will be entranced as they watch and hear the variety of effects possible in this charming set of pentatonic variations

The song that has become a worldwide Christmas tradition has been skillfully arranged to be simple enough for young players, but the Latin rock rhythmic experience will thrill ensembles of all ages. Both your students and audiences will enjoy the “catchy” melody and percussive interludes of this piece. Warning! Don’t try to stop the audience from singing and dancing down the aisle. A drumset part is included but hand percussion may also be added for even more flair.

Parting Glass & Collins' Reed. Key: E minor, D minor. Duration: 4:40 American Grade 2

A lovely arrangement of the familiar Christmas carol that will delight all. Play it as close to a Brandenburg tempo and style as possible!

This African-American spiritual expresses the difficulty of the lives of those who would have been singing it, and yet, embedded in its intensity is a call for strength and perseverance. Freedom will come but we must hold on. Both struggle and hope are represented in this arrangement by variations in scoring, beginning with the cello and bass in their lower register and ending with the violins in third position, and by fluctuating dynamics and varying articulations.

A lovely arrangement of a lovely love theme from the 1978 movie! Great for building musicianship and bow control.

Such a fun, cool song transformed into a sure-fire winner for any concert setting. These lovely variations begin with a lush air in 3/4, which flows into a 6/8 jig featuring players whistling over top the varied pizzicato accompaniments. A 16th note flurr

An original composition, this gentle dream-like piece will provide a good introduction to 3rd position for the first violins and half position for string bass. This is a piece that can easily be altered to fit the abilities of your ensemble by changing th

A simple folk-style song that works wonderfully for strings and depicts a traveling troubadour and his trained pet entertaining for their food. The broken-chord accompaniment imitates the organ grinder as he sings while the marmot performs tricks for the listeners. It is a beautiful melody that moves between A minor and C major. Both upper strings and cellos take turns on the melody!

In the tradition of 17th century Burgundian carols, the overall character of this piece is homophonic with strong rhythm underneath. A beautiful addition to any Christmas concert

Expressive and beautiful. While enjoying this beautiful Scottish song, students can focus on shaping phrases and allowing bowings and dynamics to bring expressiveness and meaning to the melodies. It’s a perfect tune to develop vibrato, and shifting is required in the 1st violin, cello and bass. Bagpipes are sometimes suggested in the background double stops, providing the feel of the history of this ancient tune.

Beethoven's famous Fifth Symphony has been transformed into a delightful tango for your young string orchestra. Everyone will recognize the material here, and all of the instruments get a chance at the tune, as Ludwig's famous four-note motif is tossed from section to section. Packed full of learning opportunities including staccato and legato bow styles, dotted rhythms, accents and simple accidentals, this arrangement even includes parts for maracas and claves to add to the international flavor. A fun way to introduce your students to a symphonic masterpiece and to tango style

Such a beloved tune! Perfect for a young ensemble providing fantastic technical practice in a setting that everyone enjoys

Young string players will be captivated by the sophisticated but innocent quality of this music. Written by history’s most famous child superstar, this charming piece is an arrangement from the Clarinet Quintet in A major, K. 581. Theme and variations including a G Minor section, a slow section in which to develop vibrato, and a rollicking finale provide a multitude of teaching opportunities.

A fantastic and accessible introduction to music written in the late Renaissance period! This lovely transcription of a work for vocal ensemble includes unison and part playing for young string orchestra.

Lively and fun! Always lively and often loud dance music, a polka is truly fun for students to play! Though this setting is perfect for a concert, the boisterous feel of an evening of dancing remains!

This expressive piece evokes images of a majestic sunset on the western plains. Written entirely in the key of G, using legato bowing and easy rhythms with a few triplets, this gorgeous work features interesting and melodic parts for everyone.

What fun! The con-DUCK-tor is summoned to stage by a duck call! Hilarious suggestions are included for costumes, props, corny skits and jokes as each section represents a group of animals in the barnyard playing familiar tunes. Turn the students and parents loose on this one! Great for introducing the instruments at recruiting demonstrations or featuring your Head Teacher as narrator. This crazy-like-a-fox piece includes: “Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun,” “William Tell Overture,” “Rock-A-Doodle-Doo,” “Brandenburg Concerto No. 5,” “The Chicken Dance,” “Turkey in the Straw,” “Baa, Baa Swing Sheep,” “Funky Bass,” “Old McDonald Had a Farm” and “Bonaparte’s Retreat.” American Grade 2.5

An audience-pleasing showstopper! This challenging scherzo in 9/8 time features exciting melodies, jumping arpeggios, and sprightly rhythms. Your orchestra will have a great time with the unusual rhythms, the feel of an atypical meter, and the whimsical, brisk style. All valuable technical skills for the orchestra!

Chopin traveled to Spain to escape the damp Paris climate but instead encountered persistent rain, which is reflected in this title and is heard in the repetition of the eighth notes that are passed from section to section. An intense work that features a

A wonderful opportunity for first year string players to work on legato bowing. After an original introduction, the full ensemble plays the African-American spiritual “Deep River.” Cellos and basses usher in the early English folk song “The Water is Wide,

All the flourish and flare of Romantic music are present in this delightful arrangement that provides a great introduction to the era. The beautiful cello melodies are set perfectly for the young string orchestra

True teaching repertoire! Each movement can stand alone or be played as a suite. Opportunities for technical development range from learning positions, to extended position for celli, to chromatic alterations. Many, many opportunities to reinforce your curriculum in “Morning Prayer” by Tchaikovsky, “Waltz” by Franz Schubert and “The Wild Horseman” by Robert Schumann!

Delightful! Mozart’s “Early Quartet” collection is recognized as a crown of string chamber music. This accessible arrangement, from an arranger recognized for his careful and creative adaptations, is very true to the original. An interesting bass part has been added, and the more taxing rhythms, accidentals and embellishments have been simplified. Playable by younger players, yet advanced students also will find this piece delightfully satisfying—even challenging—when played at a faster tempo.

A lighthearted piece that works well at many tempos, making it playable by groups of many levels

Imagine spending the Christmas holidays in an old wild west town, with cowboys and Indians, wagon rides, gunfights, and, of course, a visit from Old St. Nick. Based on “Jingle Bells” with snippets of other well-loved Christmas tunes woven in, this piece is sure to make the audience smile as they experience Christmas and the Old West in a new way!

This lovely tune captures the feel of Ireland with its lush harmonies and pleasing melodies. Starting with a four-measure violin solo, the theme recurs throughout the piece in different ections of the orchestra, in the keys of A minor and E minor. An easily accessible piece in 6/8 time!

A warm and easy arrangement of Still, Still, Still and The First Noel that will grace your Christmas concert stage as well as broaden your students' listening and technical abilities. Both tunes are presented on their own and then combined to conclude this lyrical arrangement. Rhythmically it is quite easy, which will enable your young players to focus on achieving a good balance between melody and harmony.

The prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England was the inspiration for this mysterious new work – like the monument, this piece is big and bold!

The best-selling hit from the rock group Cream will let your strings “rock the house” with optional rhythm section parts and a solo section. Each section gets to play Eric Clapton’s famous guitar riff and all remain in first position. What a great introduction to rock!

In this arrangement of the fiddle tune “Turkey in the Straw,” the turkey has dressed up and gone to the concert hall where its tune is heard in the style of Bach, Rossini, and Strauss, with a cameo appearance by Beethoven. The varied dynamics and articula

The three most popular songs from Green Day’s newest album! Presented in an easily mastered arrangement that includes a good deal of repeated material designed to help keep rehearsal time to a minimum, this is definitely one that your students will enjoy playing again and again. Special attention has also been given to chord voicing for a full and mature sound, with melodies scored in the upper and lower string parts.

This fresh, new work describes the wonder and adventure of the winter season. All sections alternate between both melody and accompaniment throughout, while staying mainly in first position. The viola part is particularly interesting with important accomp

The word Yunnan means “to the South of Clouds.” Located in southwest China and home to a number of ethnic minorities, the geographically sprawling Yunnan province contains magnificent mountains and rivers, as well as abundant natural resources. This tradi