Lindsey Stirling's infectious solo violin stylings and video productions have made her an international phenomenon and a pop superstar for young musicians. Her hit medley of traditional carol melodies, mixed with driving Celtic dance rhythms, has been skillfully recast for string orchestra by Sean O'Loughlin.
Wild West Hoedown Level 2.5
This bright change-of-pace work evokes the toe-tapping sounds of the old west as settlers circle the wagons round for a Saturday night hoedown. Featuring athletic, yet very playable fiddle-style tunes that wander throughout the ensemble, the music also uses simple double-stops and contrasting rhythms that keep things moving along.
Taco Time! for String Orchestra Level 2
Amid shouts of "ole!", your students will relish the "zesty" tempo marking and enjoy showing off their new-found skills.
Pirates of Caribbean arranged for String Orchestra
Disney's adventure film has become a must-see for audiences of all ages. Ted Ricketts adapted the film score for string ensembles with this well-paced medley that captures the most dramatic moments from the original soundtrack.
Skip Henderson/ arr. Larry Moore
Based on the traditional tune Fisher's Hornpipe and heard in the blockbuster film Pirates of the Caribean: Dead Man's Chest
