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This music piece is based on an old English hymn that depicts a journey to hope, titled To the Palace of Light. It has a solemn beginning, turbulent middle, and faster, jig-like ending. Elements of the hymn can be heard throughout, making it a great choice to end a concert or festival.

For double string orchestra, grades 2 & 4

Telemann was a prolific composer, creating over 3000 works, including 100 concertos, 40 operas and numerous chamber music pieces. The Siciliano and Allegro movements from his violin sonatas showcase contrasting Baroque styles and are great for developing phrasing and articulation.

For String Orchestra Grade 3

In a snowy, mythical forest, knights ride fiercely, battling dark forces. Your orchestra will enjoy the haunting melodies and thrilling momentum.

For String Orchestra Grade 1.5

These quirky pieces are trinkets that can spark young musicians' imaginations. They cover many techniques, such as pizzicato, staccato, harmonics, and rapid eighth notes, which can help beginning orchestras build their skills in a fun way. The memorable tunes often shared around the orchestra will indeed have your students begging for more!

1. Busy Bikes

2. Sanpan in the Clouds

3. Elephants and Fleas

4. It's Raining Diamonds

5. Very Dark Elves

6. Tibetan Trinkets

7. King Bruce's Spider

8. Nullarbor

9. Dragon Crusher

10. Magical Mandolines

11. Fuji

12. Ice Train

For String Orchestra Grade 1

This work alludes to Noah's Flood and the rainbow as a symbol of peace. The dream-like opening leads to a turbulent episode with a shared theme. Second orchestra parts are optional but exciting. Great for players of different levels.

For Intermediate and optional Elementary Strings - Grade 2 & 1

Ignaz Joseph Pleyel was a renowned musician and entrepreneur who established a famous publishing house in Paris. This work, originally for two violins, embodies a late classical style with contrasting themes and a brighter ending. Your orchestra will enjoy this effective arrangement.

Greensleeves is an old English melody. This is a beautiful arrangement of the 1690 version, providing each orchestra section a chance to showcase their skills. It's a great way to appreciate the early Baroque style.

For String Orchestra Grade 3

Nicolo Paganini was an exceptional violinist, and this particular piece is the final one in a series of caprices that represent the pinnacle of violin technique. It has inspired other great composers such as Rachmaninov. This arrangement preserves the melody, harmony, and structure, allowing players of all levels to experience and appreciate the beauty of Paganini's work.

For String Orchestra Grade 3.5

"Good-bye Budapest" is a traditional Hungarian czardas-style music piece. It begins with a haunting melody and languid strings, which then transition into a joyous free-for-all with various orchestra sections taking turns. A melancholic solo violin rendition is followed by the return of the czardas in D major, culminating in a ferocious presto. The music showcases a range of emotions, from introspection to frenzied joy and melancholy to ferocity.

For String Orchestra Grade 3

These pieces are from English folk songs. The Greens Bushes is about a lover who lost his beloved. The Wraggle Taggle Gypsies is about a group of nomads and their adventures.

For String Orchestra Grade 1.5

The Midnight Serenade starts with faint calls of the night. The haunting melody is shared throughout the piece over a waltz-like accompaniment. Dark Train is a dynamic composition based on a simple three-note ostinato, with whistle effects that excite younger players.

1. Midnight Serenade

2. Dark Train

For String Orchestra Grade 1

Mozart composed over 30 violin sonatas during his lifetime. Among these works, only one sonata stands out for being entirely in a minor key. This particular sonata is known for its dark, brooding and energetic nature. It also features spiccato and martele articulations, which were crucial to the Classical style of music. This piece is appropriate for Grade 4 string orchestras.