“Carol of the Bells,” “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy,” “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day” and “Jingle Bells” make up this delightful Christmas medley. A choice selection of holiday music that lends itself to the richness of string orchestra!...
The ever-popular carol “Joy to the World,” cleverly transformed into a stately march at the perfect level for your second-year players’ holiday concert! Refreshing harmonies, dove-tailed phrases and interesting countermelodies give this arrangement...
What could be more joyous than a musical visit to Disneyland? Michael Story has gathered all of the sounds of America's most beloved theme park in one exciting medley. This arrangement is packed with Disney classics including “Mickey Mouse March,”...
A colorful depiction of the sounds of New Mexico, the “Land of Enchantment!” Commissioned for the Albuquerque Youth Symphony for their performance at the 2008 National ASTA Conference, this piece combines an original theme followed by three Hispanic...
This piece contains excellent lessons in baroque articulation and bowing styles. Be sure to instruct your ensemble to play detached sixteenth notes and short martelé quarter notes. The first violin part includes many string crossing sections, which...
Although it is in the key of A minor, this piece has a joyful, optimistic feel. The first violins and celli need to have good technique and, whilst the inner parts are not difficult, the intonation needs to be very secure. Suitable for a more...
The influence of Johann Sebastian Bach on music is incalculable. In particular, his choral music lends itself beautifully to strings. In this aria, balance and blend in all sections, and throughout the ensemble, are essential. Dynamics need to be...
If you haven’t yet introduced 9/8 meter, or if you want to reinforce 9/8, look no further. Through this beautiful melody by a beloved American songwriter, students can learn that 9/8 is just another way to play three beats per measure. For added...
In the style of moto perpetuo. Enjoyable and well written for elementary school level. Simple ideas that are fun to play. 30141UPC: 038081326610Wilfin Music
By Loreta FinSERIES: Wilfin String Orchestra Young String Ensemble SeriesCATEGORY: String...
A complete concert in one! Wonderful arrangements for young players including Schubert’s Ecossaisses with the feel of a contradance, Haydn’s lyrical Andantino and concluding with the crisp staccato of Schumann’s Soldier’s March. Play any or all of...
A little more difficult than the above two pieces, but very playable. Educational value in extending bow technique. 30146UPC: 038081326696Wilfin Music By Loreta FinSERIES: Wilfin String OrchestraYoung String Ensemble Series CATEGORY: String...
Back in print, this fantastic arrangement of this classic piece is perfect for a young string orchestra, yet still retains the feel of the original! An unusual format provides flexibility with parts for violin, treble clef viola, viola, cello, bass...
This is a catchy version of the familiar boogie with "pizzazz". A delightful piece for elementary school or middle school students.30185UPC: 038081327372Wilfin Music
By Loreta FinYoung String Ensemble Series
SERIES: Wilfin String...
From the well known cello suite, this piece has the first violins playing the melody throughout, with all other parts interesting, but playable. Suitable for advanced elementary or early high school.30157UPC: 038081326870 Wilfin MusicBy J.S....
What a treat to have the famous Bugler’s Holiday for Trumpet Trio and Orchestra arranged for three violins and strings! A fabulous setting of a Leroy Anderson classic and a great way to feature the violins in a wonderfully accessible solo....