String Orchestra Catalogue (2026) Grade 2.5-3.5

A chart-topping song from popular singer/songwriter Ariana Grande, We Can't Be Friends was expertly arranged by Michael Story. Tasteful melodies an...

wandrian = to convey moving about without a definite destination or purpose. A ballad-like composition, the bass part is reminiscent of Bach's Air ...

This high energy piece takes everyone on an epic journey to the North Sea. With a march-like feel, this arrangement takes players from F Major to A...

Ring in the season with this infectious offering by pop sensation Meghan Trainor and the multi-talented Jimmy Fallon. Wrap Me Up is a festive and c...

Sommerset is a mostly rural area in Southwest England. Two Songs from Sommerset by David M. Martin incorporates two contrasting folk tunes from the...

Two French Carols is an energetic and joyful arrangement by Deborah Baker Monday that features two beloved French carols: "Besançon" (also known as...

Explore the duality of music with The Gates of Janus, by Richard Meyer, which was inspired by Janus, the Greek god of opposites. Featuring contrast...

Anticipation, suspense, and drama are all in evidence in Rendezvous by R. Scott Whittington. Based on several recurring rhythmic patterns, it is ex...

In The Red-Haired Girl, by Bob Phillips, the influences of Bach's Cello Suite No. 1, Irish folk music, and a traditional Irish hymn have been incor...

Spiders have taken over the house! Tiptoe across the floor (pizzicato) so that you don't disturb the skittering spiders (collegno). But watch out f...

A programmatic work about a place special to the composer, Red Oak Ridge musically portrays darkness into light as he envisions a steep incline whe...

The Prince and the Flame is the latest chapter of the "Land of Dragons" series by Chris Thomas. The piece opens with a sense of trepidation as dark...

With a skillful blend of graceful lyricism and rhythmic spirit, this work paints a musical portrait of Southern life and landscapes from the late 1...

Perfect for your spring concert, Sabrina Carpenter's massive No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 Please Please Please comes to your string orchestra...

The Marauder's Tale, by Anthony Granata, is a musical story depicting the famous marauders of maritime history who traveled the world. Students wil...

Three Christmas classics are tenderly presented with an optional harp. Silent Nightfall by Caryn Wiegand Neidhold features "It Came Upon a Midnight...

Persevering will give orchestras a unified and blending voice that's all their own. It's filled with goreous legato lines and always forward moving...

Showcase your ensemble's ability to play both expressively and vigorously with this bold and energetic work by Michael Kamuf that gives each sectio...

One of the most beloved works by Mendelssohn, Nocturne is a favorite ballad for intermediate level orchestras. Featuring a simple, yet beautiful me...

La Llorona (The Weeping Woman) is an iconic Mexican song rooted in one of the country's most famous and haunting legends. This arrangement by Chris...

Orchid by Yukiko Nishimura is a lyrical piece with a warm and lovely chord progression that brings delicate emotion to the incredibly beautiful mel...

Take your string ensemble on a whimsical and adventurous journey with this imaginative piece by Jesselyn Joy Ddudinsky! Mystic Flight sharpens into...

Hold on to your sleigh as you jingle your way through some of your favorite classical themes! Arranged by Jim Palmer, Jingle with the Classics comb...

A straightforward rock piece that is both energetic and energizing! The string orchestra will love jamming to this piece at any time of the year. (...

Mysterious Forces, by Michael Hopkins, is a fast and rhythmically energetic piece in E minor for intermediate orchestra. All sections of the orches...

In Deborah Baker Monday's words, "I pulled out all the stops for drama, emotion, and excitement." This is a memorable work that will become a stude...

The swirling energy of this work looks to the future while juxtaposing excitement with sentimental and nervous feelings. Katie O'Hara LaBrie explor...

Sufferin' syncopation! Where will it land? Once you get the hang of it, it'll be lots of fun! Really! Merrily We Stroll Along by Thom Sharp is writ...

In Your Wildest Dreams by Tyler S. Grant is a joyous and exuberant work. Both inspiring and powerful, it includes lively ostinatos that pair with b...

A unique take on a a traditional wintertime carol, Woolstenhulme has musically integrated images of harsh and wintry conditions. Even so, this arra...

The melody of the beloved holiday carol Gesu Bambino flows effortlessly throughout the ensemble with this fresh adaptation of a timeless classic. T...

Echoes of Valor, by Adrian Gordon, is a musical homage to bravery, painting vivid portraits of heroism and resilience. Beginning with heralding not...

High Velocity, by Michael Story, is an exciting original work full of contemporary sounds. This A-B-A form piece will be an audience and student fa...

Frostbite, by Erica Donahoe, captures the icy blasts and chilling wind of a winter storm. This piece uses driving rhythms and repeated sixteenth-no...

Inspired by the whimsical and snarky space robots of childhood, Droid Funk is an exciting and accessible piece that will get your string orchestra ...

This stunning arrangement of Hiawatha's Wedding Feast by Deborah Baker Monday brings the music of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor to your string orchestra....

Influenced by a wide range of musical artists ranging from Billie Holiday to Taylor Swift, singer/songwriter Laufey brings together catchy melodies...

This is the perfect piece to introduce students to some of the unique sounds and basic techniques of Indian music. Authentically written and musica...

A grand opening or closing piece for your next concert, Gravitas is a powerful work celebrating strength, beauty, and the journey that shapes us. H...

Espresso, the GRAMMY® Award-winning hit from pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter, has the perfect groove and infectious melody. From her chart-topping ...

Written in a friendly D major, Daybreak, by Daniel Keeler, begins lyrical and tranquil, like the dawning of a new day. Throughout the opening, the ...

Dance of Yao by Xinyu (Maggie) Francis-Ma is based on the theme of a Yao folk dance, with the melody flowing seamlessly between the different secti...

Arguably one of the most famous themes in classical literature, the cantabile theme from Tchaikovsky's fifth symphony is presented here in a lush a...

Ignaz Pleyel was born near Vienna in 1757. He was a favourite pupil of Haydn, and both Haydn and Mozart admired his compositions. He wrote a great ...

Dance of the Imps is a showcase of what is possible with pizzicato. Written by Nathan Jacklin, the work's quick melodic lines are supported by ener...

By a Stream was composed by Susan H. Day with the aim of transporting its listeners to a peaceful setting near a mountain stream. Unhurried, with a...

Ancient Kingdom, originally composed for and dedicated to the 2024 Iowa Junior Honors Orchestra, is a musical journey that delves deep into the ech...

Colorful Clouds Chasing the Moon is adapted from a traditional Chinese folk ensemble piece. The composition by Xinyu (Maggie) Francis-Ma is lighthe...