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Lighter Selections
All Levels
Attack of the Giant Bass-Playing Kittens—
Caryn Wiegand Neidhold. Brightly colored kittens,
playing the double bass... from that bizarre image
comes a novel work that is equal parts playful
and practical. Students will explore chromatic
fingerings matched with chromatic lines for cello
and bass. All parts have melodic moments, but
best of all, the basses take center stage as the
stars of the performance!
11642899 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 60.00
Birthday Party Waltz—Horace Weston/arr.
Lauryn Deets. Originally composed for two
banjos, this arrangement for string orchestra
captures the spirit of the original while being
accessible to younger players. Teaching
concepts include playing on the pick-up note,
working on hooked bowings, and playing in a
waltz style. A charming piece for your orchestra
and audience!
11642897 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Bonus Level—Doug Spata. Bring the energy
and charm of eight-bit video games to life with the
playful melodies and spirited rhythms of this fun
piece. Inspired by the thrill of unlocking a secret
stage, it combines quirky themes, syncopated
patterns, and dynamic contrasts to capture the
essence of retro gaming. Perfect for intermediate
orchestras, all players take a turn at the melody.
An optional drum kit part provides rhythmic support
and color. Students, teachers, and audiences will
go wild for this musical tribute to the golden age of
video games.
11617576 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . M 65.00
Bubble Gum Blues—Caryn Wiegand Neidhold.
Get ready to groove with the perfect introduction
to jazz for your beginning orchestra! Students will
learn to swing like pros, lay down a smooth walking
bass line, and take their turn in the spotlight with an
easy-to-learn solo, either improvised or written out.
Fun rehearsal lyrics help lock in the rhythms, and
an optional drumset part adds an authentic jazz
vibe. Watch your students "pop" with excitement
as they bring this catchy tune to life!
11617586 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Calypso Cockatoo—Loreta Fin. A cheerful piece
with an Australian flair – syncopated calypso
rhythms and playful techniques like pizzicato,
accents, and lifted up-bows are great for teaching
varied articulations.
11638487 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
Ciranda Cirandinha (Round Dance)—arr.
Bianca d'Avila do Prado. Join in the dancing!
The original song builds community with children
holding hands and singing together. In this new
arrangement, each section of the orchestra
gets a chance to join the fun and build a strong
foundation and community as the melody moves
from section to section. A great way to introduce
your students and audiences to the rich and
wonderful music of Brazil!
11642891 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
El Coqui (Little Frog)—arr. Dion Morales. In
this arrangement set in 3/4 time, musicians and
audiences embark on a journey to the island of
Puerto Rico with a fun, catchy melody that gets
shared across the orchestra. Students will enjoy
counting their 1-2-3s while learning about Puerto
Rico. A must-have for fall, spring, or Latin-
themed concerts!
11642803 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
I's the B'y—arr. Deborah Baker Monday. Dating
back to the 1800s, this folk song captures the
spirit of Newfoundland's fishing culture. This
arrangement is fun and even includes a creative
play-off section that offers a teaching opportunity
which can include call-and-response exercises,
mini-competitions between sections, a study
in creating variations, and other fun exercises.
Teachers will enjoy this bonus material for the
classroom and performance.
11619011 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 65.00
Matarile (Circle Singing Game)—arr. Nicolas
Repetto. A Latin American circle game song
where one student goes around and tags the
others once the words "Matarile-rile-ron" finish.
This arrangement stays in D major and focuses
on left-hand pizzicato, marcato and legato playing,
easy double stops, and a variety of dynamic
opportunities. A great piece as an opener or closer
for your budding string orchestra!
11642805 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Mechanical Monsters—Randall Standridge.
Shambling creatures made of metal come to life
in this eerie offering for beginning orchestra. This
energetic piece utilizes only the first six notes of
the D major scale while also carefully introducing F
natural, teaching students there is a world beyond
high two. Playful interplay of eighth notes, metallic
percussion, and moments for the players to hiss
and knock rhythms on their instruments combine
to great effect in this work that is sure to grab your
players' attention.
11521158 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
Orchestra Odyssey (for Elementary Orchestra
with Narration)—Matthew Gelfer. A delightful
and imaginative journey through the string
instrument family, perfect for young orchestras
and ideal for end-of-year performances or
informances. Designed with accessibility
and engagement in mind, this narrated
multimovement piece introduces each section of
the orchestra through short, characterful tunes
that highlight their unique voices. The narration
between movements guides the audience
through the adventure, making it an excellent
recruitment tool for introducing string instruments
to new listeners. Fun, educational, full of charm,
and a fantastic way to showcase your ensemble
and inspire the next generation of string players.
11630538 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 60.00
Penguin Promenade—Devon Morales. Waddle
into winter fun with this upbeat piece that brings
a colony of playful penguins to life. Slippery
glissandos mimic penguins sliding down snowy
hills as a foundation for shifting skills later on in
their playing. Every section shares the melody,
while excursions to the G string help young
musicians expand their note range. Light optional
percussion adds sparkle and energy. This fun new
work is an irresistible choice for any winter concert!
11642885 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Pepperoni Pizza Party Rock—Nicolas Repetto.
Rock out with this new string orchestra work
that teaches pepperoni pizza rhythms and bow
lifts all using approachable D major scale finger
patterns. All sections of the orchestra get to rock
the melody. Add an optional drummer for extra
coolness, or use the included drum set recording.
Rock on – and enjoy a pizza party afterward!
11573298 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 55.00
The Pizza Song—Loreta Fin. Inspired by a
student suggestion, this fun piece explores
hooked bows, slurs, rests, pauses, and compound
time, with spoken text adding humor throughout.
Fun for all ages!
11638489 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . E 50.00
Saturday Play—Rebecca Tompkins. An energetic
piece – and a fantastic way to introduce 6/8 meter
to young players. The fast and short main melody
presented in the first violin depicts a child's great
joy on a Saturday when there is no school – a free
day to play! This is a wonderful opener or closer
for directors looking for something fun and light.
11629661 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . M 70.00
String Orchestra Lighter Selections | All Levels
