The first movement from this Bach classic is arranged in a very playable manner to allow the young string player to comprehend and perform a Bach masterwork. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra

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

Two beautiful folk melodies in the graceful style of Celtic music. Including Bonnie Doon and The Minstrel Boy, contrasts between the movements make this an interesting concert and festival

This unique and interesting work is divided into three sections. It begins with a catchy, "spy-sounding" opening theme, which is contrasted with an emotional slower section, and ends with an exciting 6/8

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 lively Russian dance comes from the brilliant orchestral music of Mussorgsky. Merle Isaac's excellent adaptation has long been a classic of school orchestras.

Here is a work of simplicity and beauty with some contemporary harmonies. Recorded by Michigan State University Orchestra on the CD Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra, Volume 1 -

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

An excellent rehearsal/performance selection which will be very beneficial in building maturity in your string players.

First published in 1984, this commemorative edition revisits the tranquil setting of the American folk hymn My Shepherd Will Supply My Need. It blends piano (or harp) with string orchestra for

Try this tender folk song from Taiwan to develop your students' sensitive and lyric style. Accompanied by lush, modern-sounding harmonies, the melody is passed to each section. The solos for violin and