Two delightful movements from ballet repertoire make this impressive suite a superb choice for your string orchestra. Jamin Hoffman has adapted Alexander Glazunov's Dance of the Children and Cossack Dance twosprited movements that portray the cultural styles of music found in the ballet's wedding celebration scene.

(Edition for String Orchestra)-In a new arrangement for mature string groups Gliere's energetic dance movement again shows why it has become an icon of light classical programming for orchestras everywhere. From the ballet The Red Poppy thedeliberate opening in the low strings accelerating to the frenzied Cossack-style dance makes this work a captivating experience for your students.

Fauré's breathtakingly beautiful 'Cantique de Jean Racine' is now available in a sumptuous arrangement for string orchestra, simply titled Cantique. The unifying triplet figure and profound harmonic development set the foundation for soaring melodic lines that are shared throughout in various parts. This is music from the heart that will rest calmly and peacefully on audience ears. A perfect choice for contest in showcasing the musical and expressive traits of your ensemble. / Orchestre A Cordes

Score-Gliere's energetic dance movement again shows why it has become an icon of light classical programming for orchestras everywhere. From the ballet 'The Red Poppy' the deliberate opening in the low strings accelerating tothe frenzied Cossack-style dance makes this work a captivating experience for orchestra and audience alike.

The powerful sound of this classic march is now approachable for young players, bringing a spirit of grand excitement to your concert. An effective vehicle for introducing triplets to students, it makes a perfect opener or closer that players and audiences will long remember. (2:30) Correlates to String Explorer Book 1, Unit 14. / Orchestre A Cordes

W.A. Mozart: Complete String Quintets With The Horn And Clarinet Quintets is a single volume study score containing all of Mozart's standard instrumentation string quintets from the Quintet in B-flat K.174 to the imposing Quintet in C K. 515. Also included are the String Quintet in C Minor K.406; Quintet with Horn or Second Cello K.407; and Clarinet Quintet K.581.

For a special touch at your next concert, feature one of Canada's most popular folk songs. Often sung to keep time while canoeing or around campfires, the lyrics are originally from a 19th century poem by First Nations poet Pauline Johnson, making this perfect for cross-cultural study. Although this work can easily be performed with strings alone, percussion instruments, including timpani and bells, expand the palette of colors, helping to create a rich tapestry for your listeners. (2:45) / Orchestre A Cordes

Featuring a 'guest soloist' playing smart phone or tablet, this one is beautiful and fun! Gorgeous string parts interact with the simple bell part. Invite an administrator to play 'bells' and be creative with staging. (2:35) / Orchestre A Cordes

Theory Workbook 1 will help you understand the fundamentals and theory of music. The study of music fundamentals and theory together with careful practice in playing your instrument will help you to develop into acomplete musician with the ability to perform with musical understanding.

Written in memory of the composer's grandfather, a Korean War Veteran, this piece is perfect to program as a tribute to all service men and women. The heroic melodies and harmonies, set in D Major, are shared throughout the ensemble, making it fun for all sections! The violins and cellos stay completely on the D and A strings, while the violas and basses use the G and D strings. This is a wonderful first selection to expose any young ensemble to independent parts among sections and the roles of melody and harmony, all while reinforcing the importance of using the 4th finger. The cello and bass parts have been doubled to create a strong, confident foundation while the viola and violin parts usually share similar rhythms while harmonizing. Fundamental dynamics and bowings will make this piece not only fun to play, but also a success among performers and audiences alike! (1:50) / Orchestre A Cordes

Optional String Pak for Band/Choir-Originally on the soundtrack from the motion picture We Were Soldiers and performed at Ronald Reagan's funeral this moving tribute to the members of the Armed Forces is once again relevant.To fallen soldiers let us sing Where no rockets fly or bullets wing Our broken brothers let us bringTo the Mansions of the Lord

This blast to the past will motivate, captivate, and elevate your students with old school '60s soul sound, an infectious, danceable rhythm, and a triumphant finish. Written in 12/8, the tune begins with a ballad-like introduction for solo cello and then moves around the sections. Each instrument has a chance to improvise or solo in the written-out solo section. Authentic sounding riffs, complete with grace notes and a shout chorus, add to the fun of compound meter rock. A sure audience pleaser and a terrific end to a concert or first half! (1:10) / Orchestre A Cordes