

Celtic Dreams for String Orchestra by Anne Svendsen
This gorgeous piece in D minor is not a jig or a reel, but a very flowing original melody that evokes images of the sea. First violins must play in 3rd and 4th position while lower strings play the wide-spread broken chords which give this work its rolling, wave-like feel.
Pleyel, a renowned musician and entrepreneur in early 19th century Paris, wrote a beautiful piece for two violins in the late Classical style. The piece follows the sonata form and features a brooding first theme contrasted with an impish second theme played in staccato quavers. The movement ends with a lively duel between the violins, adding vibrancy and passion to the piece. Your orchestra will love it!
For String Orchestra Grade 3.5
Chin, Haydn Symphony No.60 1st Movement
This arrangement for strings is faithful to the original work with the added features of sharing the melodic lines, a slight editing of a few bars of the bass part, a violin 3 part and a keyboard realization. It is also an excellent way to develop Classical style spiccato in more advanced players.