Pop Specials for Strings-From the pop charts to string orchestra Enya's simple engaging melodies are a wonderful change from the standard fare. Larry Moore has arranged this mega-hit into a version that all string orchestras can perform and enjoy.

As heard in the Oscar-winning movie The King's Speech one of Beethoven's most beloved movements accompanied the dramatic moments of this monumental film. Robert Longfield's accessible adaptation for string orchestra can be a centerpiece of most any program.

Bring the excitement of traditional Latin dance to the string orchestra with this collection. Explore the 'clave,' or rhythmic groove styles, such as the Merengue, Tango, Mambo, and others in a flexible format. All instruments have the melody, a harmony part, and an accompaniment/bass line. Easy hand percussion parts are included for the string players to perform or the optional drumset part can be used. The use of piano and guitar is recommended for authenticity but not necessary. All text appears in both English and Spanish. / Orchestre A Cordes

These arrangements were written for string ensembles in primary and secondary schools music centres prep schools and for various ensembles at Charterhouse. They grew out of a need for playable yet musically challenging arrangements where maximum 'effect' is obtained by using naturally resonant keys and idiomatic bowings - and have been used and honed over many years. These also recognise the fact that in many schools Viola players are scarce; most of the easier arrangements are therefore in three parts with optional Viola (doubling second Violin) and optional Double Bass (Viola still optional) which can be played if necessary by a Cellist (special part provided). Thearrangements ensure that all departments have the tune or thematic material at some stage - not just the first Violins. Written with the development of young players' technique in mind. Arrangements of 'real' music providing worthwhile musical challenges. No independent Viola part (optional Double Bass and Viola parts provided.) All parts get a go at the tune!

12 Pieces for String Ensemble-In this edition George Speckert has depicted an entire menagerie of small animals in 12 movements. Framed by an overture and epilogue ten animals/species make an appearance. These easy little character pieces can be played in any order by two violins viola and cello either one or more to a part. It is a fun-to-play collection especially suited for children and invites them to expand on these pieces by adding little tales pictures or scenes.- Easy fun pieces on animals geared towards children- Suitable for smaller and larger recitals- Can be played by a variable number of string players- Score & 5 parts (Violin I II III; Viola [or Violin III];Cello)

This medley for string orchestra from High School Musical 3: Senior Year includes: We're All in This Together Now or Never Right Here Right Now I Want It All Can I Have This Dance and High School Musical.

Instantly recognized as iconic Mancini Peter Gunn has all the elements for guaranteed audience enjoyment - an insistent bass and piano line; bluesy brassy licks; one-chord harmony; and space for soloists to stretch out abit (written ad lib-style solo provided). Now your string orchestra can be a big swing machine!

The Lamb one of composer John Tavener’s most beloved frequently-performed and often-recorded works was composed in a single afternoon in 1982 as a gift for the composer’s three-year-old nephew.While the original was an unaccompanied Choral piece that set William Blake’s poem The Lamb this adaptation is an extremely effective and moving work for String Orchestra. The arrangement may be performed aloneor in accompaniment to a Chorus. John Tavener was that rare creature a composer of serious music and serious religious music who also achieved commercial success. He burst into the popular consciousness with theperformance of his Song for Athene at the funeral of Princess Diana but had been a highly respected and frequently-performed composer since the premiere of his dramatic cantata The Whale in 1968. The Lamb hasappeared on nearly forty different recordings.

Flexible arrangements of three irresistible pieces from well-loved Children's films for young string players: perfect for concerts or just for fun!For Violin optional Viola Cello and Double Bass (up to approximately Grade 2 standard) plus additional open-string parts so beginners can be included with Piano accompaniments.Put the CD-Rom in a computer to access PDFs of all ten instrumental parts and print out as many as are needed. Put it in a standard CD player to hear the free audio tracks of the Piano accompaniments - ideal for rehearsals and performances.

This years most talked about film features this clever song in the Cantina scene - an infectious Reggae-styled tune co-written by the films director J.J. Abrams and creator and star of Hamilton Lin-Manuel Miranda.

The familiar uplifting themes of the first movement of Mozart's tuneful Gran Partita, K361, written for 13 wind instruments, can now be heard in this delightful first-time arrangement for string orchestra. This is a true showpiece for your players with many teaching opportunities, and a solid audience pleaser---a perfect choice for concert or contest. (7:50) / Orchestre A Cordes

Medley including: Can't Help Falling in Love Hound Dog Love Me Tender Jailhouse Rock-Here's a rare opportunity for your string group to program a musical tribute to the most influential performer in American popular music. Includes: Can't Help Falling in Love Hound Dog Love Me Tender and Jailhouse Rock.