Partitions de Compositrices pour Orchestre à cordes : Richesse mélodique

This stately piece uses open string double stops and pizzicato to achieve its regal sound. The use of low second finger is reinforced for violins and violas. Though suitable for advanced elementary or...

Rhythmic energy and exciting harmonies make this fun and spooky tune an instant favorite of young string students. Without using any of the more difficult or complicated finger patterns, this original...

Rhythmic energy and exciting harmonies make this fun and spooky tune an instant favorite of young string students. Without using any of the more difficult or complicated finger patterns, this original...

Rhythmic energy and exciting harmonies make this fun and spooky tune an instant favorite of young string students. Without using any of the more difficult or complicated finger patterns, this original...

A beautifully fluid ballad encouraging your young band's highest musical attributes. Distinctive dissonances will bring out a most musical performance reinforcing balance, blend, and tone color. An aw...

A beautifully fluid ballad encouraging your young band's highest musical attributes. Distinctive dissonances will bring out a most musical performance reinforcing balance, blend, and tone color. An aw...

A beautifully fluid ballad encouraging your young band's highest musical attributes. Distinctive dissonances will bring out a most musical performance reinforcing balance, blend, and tone color. An aw...

Wow! All in first position, yet with a variety of techniques for very young players, this piece has a driving, high energy feel. The viola doubles the 2nd violin part. Appealing and educational, this...

Wow! All in first position, yet with a variety of techniques for very young players, this piece has a driving, high energy feel. The viola doubles the 2nd violin part. Appealing and educational, this...

Wow! All in first position, yet with a variety of techniques for very young players, this piece has a driving, high energy feel. The viola doubles the 2nd violin part. Appealing and educational, this...

The title says it all. This is a waltz, with the first, second and third parts played in a round or canon. Therefore the parts can be taught simultaneously. Very pretty melody and easy to play.

The title says it all. This is a waltz, with the first, second and third parts played in a round or canon. Therefore the parts can be taught simultaneously. Very pretty melody and easy to play.

This piece is a fun exercise in counting notes and, just as importantly, counting rests. The players have to listen carefully, and never stop counting the beat. The notes are very simple, based on the...

This piece is a fun exercise in counting notes and, just as importantly, counting rests. The players have to listen carefully, and never stop counting the beat. The notes are very simple, based on the...

Get ready to clap and stomp with this lively country-style barn dance. Bow divisions are important here, with string crossings and semiquaver passages guaranteed to keep everyone busy. Block pizzicato...

Get ready to clap and stomp with this lively country-style barn dance. Bow divisions are important here, with string crossings and semiquaver passages guaranteed to keep everyone busy. Block pizzicato...

Introduce the concept of flats with this catchy minor melody that provides the perfect aural model! All flats are written in for ease of teaching. Other skills included are pizzicato, slurs, lifts and...

Introduce the concept of flats with this catchy minor melody that provides the perfect aural model! All flats are written in for ease of teaching. Other skills included are pizzicato, slurs, lifts and...

Introduce the concept of flats with this catchy minor melody that provides the perfect aural model! All flats are written in for ease of teaching. Other skills included are pizzicato, slurs, lifts and...

Inspired by a trip to Sweden and Norway, this piece captures the drama and excitement of seeing the Viking ships in person. Although written for a large District Elementary Festival, this piece works...

Inspired by a trip to Sweden and Norway, this piece captures the drama and excitement of seeing the Viking ships in person. Although written for a large District Elementary Festival, this piece works...

Inspired by a trip to Sweden and Norway, this piece captures the drama and excitement of seeing the Viking ships in person. Although written for a large District Elementary Festival, this piece works...

This expressive piece evokes images of a majestic sunset on the western plains. Written entirely in the key of G, using legato bowing and easy rhythms with a few triplets, this gorgeous work features...

This expressive piece evokes images of a majestic sunset on the western plains. Written entirely in the key of G, using legato bowing and easy rhythms with a few triplets, this gorgeous work features...

Winner of the 2008 Merle J. Isaac Composition Contest, Senior Division, this lovely tune captures the feel of Ireland with its lush harmonies and pleasing melodies. Starting with a four-measure violin...