This fun-loving original is guaranteed to motivate beginning string players by highlighting the strengths of every section. Unison cellos and basses start off with an 8-bar groove in A minor before upper

Using only the first six notes of the D-major scale, this fun and engaging piece features optional guiro. Great for introducing staccato and accented articulations to your ensemble.

This inspiring work is a stirring combination of an energized opening followed by a lyrically expressive middle section. It will provide motivation for players and joy for their audiences.

This Gaelic melody is one every child should know and play, particularly around the holidays. With a Celtic raised sixth in the melody, this arrangement will provide a bit of a challenge for the youngest

The title was taken from a Shakespeare song and represents the spirit of the open seas and the adventurous life of the pirate. The simple rhythmic combinations of two eighth notes and one quarter note offer

Kith and Kin, meaning "friends and family," is a lighthearted piece for developing strings intended to inspire reflection and fond feelings for our loved ones. The piece opens with a warm and lush

This lovely original ballad for strings has the sound of an American cowboy song. It will stretch the musicianship of your young students.

Graceful flower dances are a beautiful part of Asian culture, illustrated here with a flowing theme in first position. Beginning ensembles will find this work very playable, with simple rhythms and melodies

This interesting and sophisticated music for very beginning orchestras uses limited musical resources. It is technically within the grasp of students with as little as ten weeks of study. It's a strong,

The Terra-Cotta Army that guards the tomb of China's first emperor Qin Shi Huang is nearly 8,000 warriors strong. This new piece for beginning ensembles is set to depict these magnificent stone soldiers. It

Here is some exquisite writing for beginning orchestra! The B minor/modal tonality brings out that melancholy Russian sound while using notes familiar to all players. Thanks to some simple imitation, easy

Why not invite your students to imagine their favorite confectionery treats when playing this Grade 1 swing tune in D Major? Sure to satisfy any sweet tooth, it can be played as written or as an abbreviated