• For first year string groups
• Limited parts (often, 2nd violin and viola are the same part, cello and bass are the same part)
• Limited as to keys, rhythms (only simple eighth-note patterns) and independence of parts
• Playable after limited study time
• First position and natural bowings
• Piano for rehearsal and reinforcement

Spinning Song

Albert Ellmenreich; arranged by Keiko Yamada

Spinning Song is an arrangement of the ever-popular piano piece by Albert Ellmenreich. It has been a staple in the repertoire for young pianists and is frequently arranged for a variety of instruments and ensembles. In this setting for String Orchestra, Yamada uses all of the colors of the strings in an arrangement that is extremely authentic to the original composition. 10 Spinning Song.mp3 Level: Easy String Orchestra Duration: 1:37 Key: G Major YAS37 - Set $40.00 YAS37F - Full Score $6.50 YAS37P - Parts $3.00

Valley of the Sun

Alan Silva

Many have often noted the feel of ease and fluidity that are inherent in the compositions of Alan Lee Silva. This piece, a well-crafted miniature for young string orchestra paints a beautiful sonic tableau of the desert Southwest. 11 Valley of the Sun.mp3 Level: Easy String Orchestra Duration: 2:05 Key: D Major YAS38 - Set $40.00 YAS38F - Full Score $6.50 YAS38P - Parts $3.00

Japanese Lullaby

Keiko Yamada

Japanese Lullaby is based upon the Japanese folk song Mori no Fukuro or in English The Forest Owl. An entirely new composition is created by using this pensively beautiful tune as its inspiration, the melody of this folk song is truly unique to western music in that it incorporates ten measures phrases. Both dramatic and colorfully orchestrated, this new offering by Yamada will be a unique addition to any concert program. 12 Japanese Lullaby.mp3 Level: Easy String Orchestra Duration: 5:04 Key: E Minor YAS40 - Set $40.00 YAS40F - Full Score $6.50 YAS40P - Parts $3.00

Concerto Grasso

George Handel; arranged by Amy Rosen

This arrangement is of the allegro movement of Handel's Op. 6, No. 1. An excellent example of Baroque style, this arrangement is well within reach of the young string orchestra. There are so many things that can be taught from this marvelous work. Amy Rosen has meticulously realized this work for your string group. 13 Concerto Grosso.mp3 Level: Easy String Orchestra Duration: 2:04 Key: G Major YAS35 - Set $40.00 YAS35F - Full Score $6.50 YAS35P - Parts $3.00

Ruminations

Sean O'Loughlin

Ruminations is a dramatic work for the developing string orchestra. The music is some of the richest, and most passionate that the composer has ever written. Rumination is the act of meditating, which is how the music flows throughout the piece. O'Loughlin has delivered a stunning new composition with pathos and lyrical energy that will be the musical highlight of your year. 14 Ruminations.mp3 Level: Easy String Orchestra Duration: 3:46 Key: A Minor YAS42 - Set $40.00 YAS42F - Full Score $6.50 YAS42P - Parts $3.00

Solstice

Larry Clark

A solstice is a joyous and fun filled time of year and this piece is intended to bring to mind some of these wonderful “feel good” times. The main theme of this work by Clark is written in a light carefree manner, which is then contrasted by the more lyrical and passionate middle section. Another winner from this popular composer! 15 Solstice.mp3 Level: Easy String Orchestra Duration: 3:14 Key: G Major YAS41 - Set $40.00 YAS41F - Full Score $6.50 YAS41P - Parts $3.00

Variations on a Sailing Song

Carl Strommen

Variations on a Sailing Song is a vigorous, lively sea shanty that should be played with gusto & enthusiasm. There are ample opportunities for all the sections to shine and many contrasts in style and harmonic variations to keep players and the audiences captivated. This piece is a true concert level work for young string groups. 16 Variations on a Sailing Song.mp3 Level: Easy String Orchestra Duration: 2:17 Key: E Minor YAS39 - Set $40.00 YAS39F - Full Score $6.50 YAS39P - Parts $3.00

Rustic Dance

Joseph Compello

As the title implies, the piece has a rustic character. The 3/4 time main theme has a scherzo character reminiscent of a movement in a symphonic work. The piece alternates from a minor key to its relative major key and ends with wild abandon during the driving coda. A perfect piece for contest/festival performance! 17 Rustic Dance.mp3 Level: Easy String Orchestra Duration: 2:24 Key: B Minor / D Major YAS34 - Set $40.00 YAS34F - Full Score $6.50 YAS34P - Parts $3.00

Hairy the Spider

James Uhl

This whimsical piece is about a spider that interrupts a concert given by the composer's orchestra. Delightful and cute, this piece has the rhythmic and bowing patterns typical of a reel. Every section in the orchestra is give imaginative melodic material and each gets a chance to stomp on the spider for a dramatic conclusion of the piece. 18 Hairy the Spider.mp3 Level: Easy String Orchestra Duration: 2:09 Key: A Minor YAS36 - Set $40.00 YAS36F - Full Score $6.50 YAS36P - Parts $3.00