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Brandenburg Concerto No. 5—J.S. Bach/arr.
Richard Meyer. The famous first movement of
Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 5, simplified
and shortened for the first-year players, yet
retaining all the energy and spirit of the original. It
uses only the notes of the D major scale (including
a few high E's for violin 1), and the rhythms are
within reach of young players.
10997709 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
Finding Figaro (based on "Le nozze di
Figaro")—W.A. Mozart/arr. Carrie Lane
Gruselle. Introduce one of Mozart's best-known
operas to your ensemble with this exciting yet
approachable nod to The Marriage of Figaro,
an entry-level adaptation based on the famous
overture. Sure to energize students and excite
your audiences, this clever arrangement
captures the spirit of the original!
11619628 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
Hallelujah Chorus—G.F. Handel/arr. Soon Hee
Newbold. End your concert with a bang and start
the yearly music tradition with your youngest
musicians! Listeners will be amazed by the
authenticity of this arrangement, which is able to
capture so much of the original that one will hardly
notice the difference. An absolute essential for all
string libraries!
10066335 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
In the Bleak Midwinter—Gustav Holst/arr.
Katie O'Hara LaBrie. Orchestras from beginning
to advanced will sound amazing in this lush
arrangement. Full of rich harmonies and ample
opportunities for phrasing, you'd never notice
that the piece is crafted with simplified rhythms
and limited ranges. An added piano part keeps it
moving forward with rolling waves of eighth notes
while each of the string sections takes a turn at the
melody and moving lines.
11574001 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Jupiter Rising (adapted from "The Planets")—
Gustav Holst/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle. This
incredibly clever adaptation reflects the joyful
yet dignified character of Holst's Jupiter from
"The Planets." While directly quoting Holst's
masterpiece, this arrangement effectively
balances musical nuances with approachable
technique for very young players. Quite unlike
anything out there at this level, and certain to be a
student and audience favorite!
11399658 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
La Rejouissance (from "Royal Fireworks
Music")—G.F. Handel/arr. Richard Meyer. Your
beginning string orchestra will feel a real sense
of accomplishment when they play this excellent
piece of Baroque literature, which has been
carefully arranged by Richard Meyer to reinforce
your students' newly-acquired slurred staccato
and hooked bowing technique.
2282259 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 42.00
Mahler's Mysterious March—Gustav Mahler/
arr. Jim Palmer. This piece is based on a minor
version of Frere Jacques as heard in Gustav
Mahler's First Symphony. The haunting melody
and creative variations will capture the students'
interest right away. The wide range of dynamics
and contrasting styles in this theme and variation
setting create a beautiful piece for the concert and
festival stage. Correlates with Sound Innovations
for String Orchestra, Book 1, Level 4.
10999870 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 55.00
Royal March of the Lion (from "Carnival of the
Animals")—Camille Saint-Saens/arr. Carrie Lane
Gruselle. In this arrangement of the introduction
to the famous "Carnival of the Animals," students
portray a dignified procession honoring the king
of the forest! All musicians get to play the lion's
growl through an easy portamento that is also
guaranteed to ensure students play with a relaxed
left hand.
11568684 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . VE 50.00
String Orchestra Classical Arrangements | Very Easy
SELECTIONS FOR GRADUATIONS
& CEREMONIES
The Commencement Suite—arr. Jack Bullock.
This great set of selections is a musical Swiss army knife, giving you the right music at the right
time. It includes: Fanfare; Pomp and Circumstance; The Star-Spangled Banner and the Triumphal
March from "Aida." All selections are flexible with optional repeats. Written for either string or full
orchestra, this is very playable with minimal rehearsal time. A great value!
2416709 String or Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ME 63.00
Graduation Suite—Edward Elgar & Jean-Joseph Mouret/arr. Michael Story.
A must for any regal ceremony. The traditional Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1 has been
scored for young full orchestra or strings alone. The famed processional is followed by the majestic
recessional Rondeau from Premiere Suite. An outstanding graduation choice for any level orchestra
performing without graduating seniors. A necessary and welcome arrangement for every library.
(3:45)
11400526 String or Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 60.00
Hornpipe (from "Water Music")—G.F. Handel/arr. Richard Meyer.
This Baroque masterpiece is one of the most popular and recognizable pieces of its time! Richard
Meyer's skillful arrangement retains the flavor of Handel's original in a very easy-to-play format, and
is great for teaching early syncopation. Your orchestra will really sound regal when they play this
selection!
2375590 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 48.00
Pomp and Circumstance (Military March, Op. 39, No. 1)—
Edward Elgar/arr. John Whitney. This marvelous flexible arrangement of Elgar's famous
processional march is so versatile, you'll want to use it every year! All the strings can remain in first
position, double stops may be divided, repeats can be optional, and it works equally well with full
orchestra or just strings and piano. Highly recommended!
10092290 String or Full Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 65.00
Radetzky March—Johann Strauss/arr. Merle J. Isaac.
This famous, stately march is a fantastic program selection on virtually any concert! Expertly
arranged for advanced full orchestra, this familiar bright tune just might make your audience clap
along. Thanks to the Vienna Philharmonic, it has become a staple on New Year's and winter
concerts, but this classic march is a perfect choice for programs and festivals all year round.
2158871 Full Orchestra. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M 65.00
We Rise (By Lifting Others)—Kevin Sluder.
No group truly succeeds because of a handful of great members. It is the responsibility of us
all to help one another and grow as a group. In this inspirational 3/4 piece, the key of A major
requires young students to raise certain pitches higher than they are used to, yet the piece remains
accessible. The techniques involved necessitate rising to a new challenge and remind us that
together we can do anything!
11617587 String Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E 60.00
