A stunningly beautiful waltz that will make your beginning orchestra sound advanced for their age level. Based on the D-major scale with a beautiful ostinato bass line, this original fiddle waltz from Fiddlers Philharmonic has been arranged for very...
An incredibly motivational set of two fiddle tunes that can be used to teach string crossings on all instruments in the orchestra. Almost every measure includes a string crossing for each instrument! This title is available through...
A true concert work for players in the first year of beginning instruction! This ominous piece offers young string players the experience of performing a mature-sounding composition without technically demanding parts. Powerful dissonant harmonies...
A lyrical mariachi waltz entirely in first position! Imagine a father holding his precious newborn girl, all the while, visions of her Quinceañera (15th birthday celebration) dance through his mind. The Quinceañera is an important celebration in the...
Composed for the author's granddaughter, Faith, Faith's Waltz is in the key of G Major and is a good opportunity to reinforce the scale and its fingering, while playing in an ensemble preparing for a performance. It provides good practice for the...
A great sounding, yet simple arrangement perfect for broadening the musical palette of young players. The main theme is presented without development, maintaining the lovely simplicity of the piece.
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UPC: 038081348384
By Jean Sibelius...
Beethoven that is perfect for your beginning orchestra! This lovely and fun-to-play waltz will reinforce 3/4 time and provide work with dynamics and contrasting rhythms. A highly playable arrangement sure to be successful.
By: Ludwig van...
Celebrate three holidays with one song! A simple medley for beginners that includes "The Dreidel Song," an African melody known in the USA as "Let Us Break Bread Together" and "Jolly Old Saint Nicholas." Just for fun, the familiar strains of Jingle...
A flowing and delicate piece written for the composer’s new grandson, this lovely lullaby will delight audiences with its simplicity. The legato nature of the piece will provide great bowing practice for young players. This title is available...
Cast a spell up and down the fingerboard as fingers add and subtract. A strong string march rhythm provides structure and drive as young players practice beginning finger patterns! "March of the Mathemagicians" can be played by first year players...
The title implies a spooky Halloween treat, but this American folk song is a fascinating addition to any program. The hauntingly catchy melody is shared among each string section, and there are many opportunities for both arco and pizzicato playing....
Perfect for learning to play in parts, this wonderfully simple yet interesting beginning tune is in D Major. While remaining in first position, students will practice playing in steps and intervals with string crossings. An excellent piece to teach...
"Two Appalachian Songs" contains a pair of American folk songs in contrasting styles and settings. The lyrical "Once I Had a Sweetheart" should be performed in a smooth and connected manner. The lively "Cindy" should be played light and on the...
