

Spotlight one of the first known classical composers of African ancestry with this incredible arrangement showcasing the music of De Saint-Georges, a Black contemporary of Mozart. Born the son of a slave and white plantation owner, he became a master fencer, violin virtuoso, conductor and composer. This vibrant and energetic movement from his second symphony is an amazing choice for any program!
Dance of the Trolls for String Orchestra ( by Mike Forbes Grade 4.5 )
This spectacular arrangement features four movements from Tchaikovsky's famous Album for the Young. Opening with the endearing Morning Prayer, the piece then moves into the lighthearted waltz, The Hurdy-Gurdy Man. The beautiful Sweet Dream sets the stage for the delightful last movement, March of the Wooden Soldiers. Remarkably faithful to the original while also quite accessible to younger students! (6:30) https://www.youtube.com/embed/OWyCCVwxY9A
Storm for String Orchestra (Grade 1.5) by Soon Hee Newbold
Composer George Frideric Handel
Arranger Carrie Lane Gruselle
Publisher FJH Music Company
Series FJH Beginning Strings
Stock Code ST6481
Waltz (La plus que Lente) Debussy, Arr. by Matthew Moreno, Grade 4