Classical Selections | Medium
Pictures at an Exhibition—Modest
Mussorgsky/arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle.
This ambitious setting of the 19th century
masterpiece presents six of the ten
movements masterfully adapted for string
orchestra! Selections include: Promenade;
The Gnome; The Old Castle; The Tuileries
Gardens - Children Quarrelling at Play; The
Ballet of the Unhatched Chicks; The Hut of
Baba-Yaga and The Great Gate of Kiev.
Play some or all as perfect centerpiece
for your next concert. A stunning way
to introduce students to Mussorgsky's
masterwork!
10066379 String Orchestra . . . M 85.00
Pines Near a Catacomb—Ottorino
Respighi/arr. Michael Story. Rich, dramatic
atmosphere shines in this medium string
orchestra arrangement drawn from the
second movement of Respighi's "The
Pines of Rome." Mature orchestration and
deep part independence give every section
an active role, while optional parts for
piano and percussion deepen the textures.
Frequent meter changes create a sense of
freedom and flow, making a strong choice
for high school orchestra when you want
a sophisticated sound built from thoughtful
textures and expressive momentum.
11678234 String Orchestra . . . M 70.00
Polka from Czech Suite—Antonín
Dvořák/arr. Robert D. McCashin. Drawn
from Dvořák's famous Czech Suite, this
delightful arrangement perfectly captures
the personality of the original while making
the piece accessible to medium-level
orchestras. Predominantly in a minor key
with a festive, short, and lively trio in the
major mode, this work is sure to be enjoyed
by all!
11399666 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Prelude in B Minor (BWV 855a)—J.S.
Bach/arr. Chris Thomas. Embark on
a musical journey like no other as you
immerse yourself in this hauntingly beautiful
arrangement of Bach's Prelude in E Minor,
transposed here to B minor. With every
note, the stunning orchestration draws
the listener into a world of deep emotion
and intricate artistry, where darkness and
beauty merge into a luminous musical
experience. (3:45)
11568681 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Prelude in G Minor (Op. 23 No. 5)—Sergei
Rachmaninoff/arr. Tanner Otto. This thrilling
arrangement features bold and assertive
melodies that are as fun to play as they
are to listen to. Great for developing and
refining the staccato bow stroke and tone
development.
11202680 String Orchestra . . . M 50.00
Pulcinella—Igor Stravinsky/arr. Robert
D. McCashin. Featuring the overture of
Stravinsky's landmark work, this adaptation
was drawn from the original piano/vocal
ballet score and retains all of the original,
well-known thematic and rhythmic material.
This outstanding string arrangement is an
ideal way to feature several soloists within
the ensemble.
10752902 String Orchestra . . . M 50.00
The Red Pony—Aaron Copland/arr. Erik
Morales. The mere mention of the name
Copland suggests American music. Most
familiar is his ballet suite "Rodeo," but his
film score to the movie "The Red Pony"
is just as enjoyably characteristic. "The
Red Pony" is based on a novel by John
Steinbeck, and this version is taken from the
suite Copland created out of his film score.
Includes: Morning On The Ranch; Dream
March; Walk To The Bunkhouse and Happy
Ending. Don't miss this chance to let your
students play the music of one of America's
greatest composers!
2438083 String Orchestra . . . M 70.00
Romanian Folk Dances—Bela Bartok/arr.
Monday. This arrangement features four of
the six dance movements as first arranged
by Bartok. Joc Cu Bata; Buciumeana;
Poarga Romanesca and Marunte are
exotic-sounding and dramatic. These are
perfect for the medium level orchestra
ready for concert, contest, or just "wowing"
the audience.
2478286 String Orchestra . . . M 70.00
Romanze (from the String Quartet in
E-flat Major)—Fanny Mendelssohn/arr.
Caryn Wiegand Neidhold. This sensitive
and thoughtful arrangement will challenge
your ensemble to play each phrase
with expression and emotion. This is an
excellent choice to contrast a faster, more
technical selection on a concert program.
11615231 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Russian Sailor's Dance—Reinhold
Gliere/arr. John Caponegro. Grade 4
groups will enjoy this well-arranged piece
from Reinhold Glire's classic ballet "The
Red Poppy." Using a theme-and-variation
form, John Caponegro has included all
the tempo changes that are idiomatic to
this characteristic dance. Three optional
percussion parts are included.
2479427 String Orchestra opt.
Perc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . M 70.00
Salut d'amour (Love's Greeting)—
Edward Elgar/arr. Soon Hee Newbold.
One of Elgar's best-known and most loved
works, the esteemed melody has been
exquisitely set for strings with beautiful
lyrical lines shared by all voices of the
orchestra. Well crafted with a mature depth
of orchestration, this arrangement will be
extremely memorable for performers and
audience. (3:00)
11568677 String Orchestra . . . M 70.00
Scarf Dance (No. 5 from "Callirhoe" Op.
37)—Cecile Chaminade/arr. Steve Olson.
Originally part of a symphonic ballet, this
long favorite piano solo shimmers anew in
this graceful string arrangement. Minimal
shifting keeps the piece accessible, while
melodic material is shared among all
instruments, even the bass. Simple double-
stops (second violin and viola), light natural
harmonics, and quick pizzicato transitions
add a playful challenge. Elegant, flowing,
and rehearsal friendly, this arrangement is
as delightful to play as it is to hear.
11688747 String Orchestra . . . M 55.00
Scheherazade—Rimsky-Korsakov/arr.
Carrie Lane Gruselle. Introduce students
to this Romantic masterpiece by Rimsky-
Korsakov, inspired by the story of "1001
Arabian Nights." Incorporating themes
from all four movements, string students
will encounter a wide variety of keys,
tempi, articulations, accidentals, rhythmic
challenges, and expressive styles. Like the
original, a violin soloist is featured as the
narrator of the tales.
10027371 String Orchestra . . . M 75.00
Second Prelude—George Gershwin/arr.
Ben Hawkins. Arranged for string
orchestra, this Gershwin tune evokes
imagery of a quiet city street in the wee
hours after a rain and a bustling, brightly
lit dance party - a vivid journey into a
late Jazz Age night. A striking contrast
between introspection and energy, it
adds atmosphere and color to concert
programming and gives high school
students an accessible entry to jazz styles
.
11686793 String Orchestra . . . M 75.00
Serenade for String Orchestra—Elfrida
Andree/arr. Jennifer Meckler. Transport
listeners to the lush landscapes of Sweden
as performers navigate the intricate textures
and delightful contrasts of these captivating
melodies. With opportunities for solos and
rich harmonic layers, this expertly arranged
piece offers a rewarding musical journey for
performers and audiences alike.
11574826 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Serenade for Strings, Op. 22 (Second
Movement)—Antonín Dvořák/arr. Jeremy
Woolstenhulme. This elegant arrangement
has been moved from the original C-sharp
minor to B minor, offering intermediate-level
orchestras the opportunity to perform a well-
known, graceful waltz.
10908744 String Orchestra . . . M 52.00
Serenade for Strings—P.I. Tchaikovsky/
arr. Richard Meyer. Very faithful to the
original but arranged with the younger
player in mind, this setting of an orchestral
staple is sure to challenge every section of
your orchestra. The lyrical opening section
will develop their expressive playing and
bow control, while the bustling main theme
will give everyone's fingers a great technical
workout. A terrific way to give your students
a taste of musical history, this piece makes
a perfect closer or contest selection.
10310655 String Orchestra . . . M 60.00
Sinfonia in C (Mvt. 3: Allegro spiritoso)—
Marianna von Martines/arr. Jennifer
Meckler. Overflowing with elegance and
vitality, this work sparkles with graceful
melodies, buoyant rhythms, and lively
interplay between voices. The music offers
a perfect opportunity for students to explore
balance, clarity, and phrasing, all in 3/8 time.
Its spirited character and textures make it
both accessible and rewarding, providing
a joyful challenge that will energize any
concert program.
11632584 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Sono andati?—Giacomo Puccini/arr. Jim
Palmer. Operatic expression takes center
stage in this string orchestra arrangement
drawn from a famous duet in Puccini's
"La Boheme." Slow, expressive pacing
and frequent key changes create a lush
harmonic language filled with accidentals
that shape a richly Romantic sound. The
writing emphasizes sustained melody and
stylistic awareness throughout. A strong
high school concert or festival selection for
guiding students toward expressive depth
and authentic classical style.
11678240 String Orchestra . . . M 65.00
Mozartiana Minuet (Suite No. 4, Op.
61)—P.I. Tchaikovsky/arr. Caryn Wiegand
Neidhold. With its flowing lines and lush
harmonies, this minuet embodies the
Romantic style, offering a sound that
feels refined and mature while remaining
accessible to developing ensembles. The
graceful character encourages attention
to phrasing, tone, and balance, while the
transparent textures allow every section
to contribute meaningfully. Ideal for high
school orchestras, this arrangement
provides a rewarding way to explore
Romantic style.
11632602 String Orchestra . . . M 55.00
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