Partitions pour orchestre d'instruments à cordes

This bright, fun piece features low 2nd fingers and D sharps on the D string for 2nd violins and violas. It also uses pizzicato. The middle section has a contrasted legato melody, using minor tonality...

Catchy from the opening bars, the piano part adds interest in this piece and will cover the bass if not available. It is rhythmically interesting, using syncopation and accents. The bowing and rhythms...

Catchy from the opening bars, the piano part adds interest in this piece and will cover the bass if not available. It is rhythmically interesting, using syncopation and accents. The bowing and rhythms...

Simple rock! The essence of this timeless classic, perfectly set for young players or an easy play-down by a more advanced group. The bass section sets the stage with the familiar haunting descending...

Simple rock! The essence of this timeless classic, perfectly set for young players or an easy play-down by a more advanced group. The bass section sets the stage with the familiar haunting descending...

The Quakers are historically staunch pacifists but fervent advocates of women's rights, prison reform, humane treatment of the mentally ill and the abolition of slavery. Help introduce students to the...

The Quakers are historically staunch pacifists but fervent advocates of women's rights, prison reform, humane treatment of the mentally ill and the abolition of slavery. Help introduce students to the...

Hola! A serene, singing original melody with a 'south of the border' accompaniment that's perfect for including cross-cultural themes in the string class! The delicate, flowing sound simulates an even...

Hola! A serene, singing original melody with a 'south of the border' accompaniment that's perfect for including cross-cultural themes in the string class! The delicate, flowing sound simulates an even...

The energy of this piece is inspired by and matches the energy level of beginning players! Imagine the whirling, spinning excitement that occurs among children stuck in the house on a rainy day or cel...

The energy of this piece is inspired by and matches the energy level of beginning players! Imagine the whirling, spinning excitement that occurs among children stuck in the house on a rainy day or cel...

What fun! With typical tongue-in-cheek humor, these two short and easy pieces will become an adorable addition to the school repertoire. Presented here as a two movement piece, the first tune passes t...

What fun! With typical tongue-in-cheek humor, these two short and easy pieces will become an adorable addition to the school repertoire. Presented here as a two movement piece, the first tune passes t...

This hauntingly beautiful 16th century melody was virtually unknown until the '90s when artists including Andrea Bocelli and Charlotte Church performed this piece, enchanting music lovers worldwide. N...

This hauntingly beautiful 16th century melody was virtually unknown until the '90s when artists including Andrea Bocelli and Charlotte Church performed this piece, enchanting music lovers worldwide. N...

Rarely does a work of such exceptional beauty leave such a lasting impression on the classical music world as this one has. Although scored with younger players in mind, this arrangement preserves all...

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Every teacher knows the dangers of pizzicato and the need to train the internal metronome to resist the temptation to rush. This very simple piece is pizzicato throughout. It begins in unison, so anyo...

Every teacher knows the dangers of pizzicato and the need to train the internal metronome to resist the temptation to rush. This very simple piece is pizzicato throughout. It begins in unison, so anyo...

Although this dance is energetic, it mustn't begin too quickly, to allow for the accelerando in the final section. However, when the ensemble is confident with the rhythms, a more adventurous tempo co...

Although this dance is energetic, it mustn't begin too quickly, to allow for the accelerando in the final section. However, when the ensemble is confident with the rhythms, a more adventurous tempo co...

Deep from the heart of Louisiana bayou country where the food is hot and the music hotter, the Cajun spirit is captured here in this exciting piece for your first concert. Accompanied by fun 'found so...

Deep from the heart of Louisiana bayou country where the food is hot and the music hotter, the Cajun spirit is captured here in this exciting piece for your first concert. Accompanied by fun 'found so...

With the essence of a French lullaby, yet possessing a distinct character, this simple lullaby has all the charm of concert music. Arranged perfectly for a first ensemble experience, the tempo is easi...