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...

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...

Discover the essence of Tchaikovsky’s musical genius while performing a gorgeous Romantic-era classic based upon a G-major scale! The memorable themes of the Nutcracker Ballet are beloved world-wide, and the melodic figures are maintained for all...

A great way to rock the holiday concert! Featuring “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” and “Jingle Bell Rock,” this medley will be fun to play and will go together easily. At the same time, it will provide practice in reading accidentals for...

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...

Using only the notes of the D Major scale, this brilliantly simple four-movement "Symphony" is perfect for beginning string players who are just starting to read. Each movement focuses on a distinct reading and playing skill. Whether you perform one...

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...

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...

A new and welcome treatment of one of Bach’s most memorable works. Sensitively arranged for young orchestra, the gentle essence of Bach’s original aria is maintained while all the sections of the orchestra have an opportunity to play the rich...

Following up on the hugely successful bass feature, Bass-ically Bluegrass, the composer has written a gorgeous lyric solo for your young bass players! The perfect level to feature the young bass section or soloist, the easy solo bass part uses 1st...

Let the earth receive her King! So rings the closing chord of this lovely setting of “Good King Wenceslas,” “We Three Kings” and “Joy to the World.” Unison parts and varied section features provide interest and skill building for all instruments in...

A piece for the beginning orchestra that is guaranteed to bring the audience to its feet! This satisfying arrangement of some of Handel’s most beloved melodies from the famous oratorio will provide cultural literacy as well as great skill...