Now your young string orchestra can play this famous Pachelbel work with this very clean arrangement by John Caponegro.

Your strings will enjoy the chance to paint this musical picture! Composer and arranger John Caponegro is well known for his fine writing for young string players. Recorded by Michigan State University

This remarkably simple, yet sophisticated sounding piece from Mark Williams allows for the development of many expressive possibilities in young players. Syncopation and spicatto are explored and developed

This bold Spanish composition includes easy solos for violin and cello. The excitement and color of the bullfight are displayed in the playable music.

Rosin up the bow, call out the Fire Department, and let's go! This thrilling work is a modal display of beginning virtuosity that takes full advantage of that open fifth "fiddle sound." You'll have parents

This simple yet mature-sounding piece is sure to spark your students' imagination, taking them back to the exciting jousting tournaments of medieval times. Driving eighth notes, minor and modal harmonies,

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

Not to be confused with J.S. Bach's Little Fugue, Handel's Little Fugue in C major is a great introduction to the form. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD "Teaching

This lively piece was composed in the style of Mozart, although the composer's own personality does shine through. There is a strong emphasis on different bowing techniques including spiccato, legato

An arrangement of Richard Wagner's immortal March of the Meistersingers in an easy setting that is playable by all strings in the first position. An excellent choice for rehearsal and

This is an excellent choice for introducing students to the work of Mozart. The two movements feature themes from "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik" and one of Mozart's "Divertimenti." A great piece to work on simple