Haydn's second symphony in a minor key is a classic Sturm und Drang piece with strong emotional changes. It's great for expanding classical repertoire and practising playing techniques in G minor.

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No need to wait years to perform Grieg's "Holberg Suite" with your ensemble. This arrangement is true to the original but with less tricky figurations. It features off-string work, trills, accented quavers, light legato bowing, martele and pizzicato to make the performance sparkle!

For String Orchestra Grade 2.5

Pleyel, Haydn's student, had exceptional musical talent. The Duet Opus 8 no. 2 is a delightful and accessible piece highlighting different parts of the ensemble, showcasing diverse musical techniques like spiccato quavers, slurred string crossings, and martel crotchets. It's a great starting point for those who want to appreciate Classical music.

This piece of music is intended for a string orchestra with a difficulty level of grade 3.

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

Enjoy your food, move your body to the beat, and have fun! This amazing set of seven compositions even features a piece by Henry VIII. Intermediate musicians will appreciate the diverse range of musical styles from different regions of the Renaissance era. The homophonic writing style is ideal for developing precise intonation and consistent bowing techniques.

For String Orchestra Level 2

David Maddick compiled “Chinwagging” from the most popular tunes in “Thirty Concert Pieces” by Everything String. The piece teaches fundamental string techniques to young ensemble members, such as legato bowing, string crossing, re-taking, and right/left-hand pizzicato. It’s an enjoyable and solid introduction to foundational concepts.

For String Orchestra Grade 1

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