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

Scored in D major, this winning march for first-year strings opens and ends with dramatic pyramid entrances from the bottom up -- cellos and basses first, then violas, then 2nd Violins, and finally 1st

This collage of classic melodies is incredibly charming, amazingly easy to put together, and above all a wonderful choice for your beginners! Highly entertaining, the piece also displays the arranger's

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 Niehaus original is the perfect way to show off the string orchestras versatility. It contains lots of ensemble work, and the melodies are shifted around to different sections of the orchestra.

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.

The title says it all!  Robert Frost has composed another winner and students are guaranteed to enjoy playing it while boosting all of their basic playing and counting skills.  Your young strings

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