Finally an accessible piece for young string students with options to teach improvisation! Written by jazz composer and violinist Martin Norgaard Calypso is based on rhythms and singable melodies inspired by music of the Caribbean. An optional solo section can be opened up to feature as many of your students as desired and solo sheets are provided for all instruments to help teach basic elements of improvisation along with an included sample solo. Optional drum set really adds to the Caribbean fun!

Conventional wisdom would probably not put Steppenwolf and string orchestra together but your kids will beg to play this again and again. It pushes all their young musician buttons - a great bass riff a cool melodic hook open5th harmony and awesome drum breaks. Let them rosin up and rock!

(optional piano feature)-This old country favorite is nothing but fun with its twangy tune wipe-out style drum break and foot-stompin' knee-slappin' fiddle playing. You can choose to feature a Floyd piano player or play it with just orchestra. Anoptional easier fiddle feature is also included. An audience-pleaser-plus! Dur: 2:20

Easy Pop Specials For Strings-This evergreen song by the legendary Roy Orbison has become an icon in pop music history instantly recognized from the opening riff and driving drum beat. Your students no matter what age will want to play it again and again.

Showcase your strings with fire and flair in the style of Riverdance and traditional Celtic music! Written by Robert Kerr and arranged for strings by Soon Hee Newbold this air and jig is a dramatic finale to any concert. Dazzling violin solos (both lyrical and technical) and highly rhythmic passages accompanied by drum set really set this work apart. Optional piano and harp add to the ethnic sound of a work destined to bring down the house. The ultimate closer!

An inventive and accessible pizzicato work for the good beginner bassist looking for something a little different. The three contrasting movements remain in the orchestral register with space for optional improvisation in the third piece. Ideal for any bassist who enjoyed Jazz Sonatine No.1 (RM097 Pizzicato Pieces Book 1) and enjoys playing in a jazzy and rhythmic style. A simple drum beat could be added for extra effect or simply enjoy the great music written with a minimum of fuss or effort. Effective in performance and certainly 'cool'. A great piece for study or recital and a pizzicato work which offers much for performer and audience alike. Enjoy....ABRSM Grade 4 (1st mvt) / Trinity-Guildhall Grade 5 (2nd mvt)2nd movement has been selected for Level 5 and 3rd movement for Level 6 by MTB Exams (www.mtbexams.com)

This festive medley combines three joyful melodies into a cheerful Celtic tapestry. Centering on 'The Sussex Carol,' it also takes the listener on a colorful romp through 'Good Christian Men, Rejoice,' as well as an Irish fiddle tune entitled 'A Merry Christmas.' The work can be performed with strings alone, but the addition of hand drum, guitar, and whistle give a distinctive 'fiddle band' sound without significantly increasing rehearsal preparation. (2:40) / Orchestre A Cordes

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

Keyboard & Drum Set optional. Par STRAUSS JOHANN. / Niveau : Elémentaire / Répertoire / Orchestre à Cordes

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

The Native American Chief Hiawatha served as the inspiration behind this creative work. A rhythmic motif is immediately introduced and represents the beating drums often associated with this type of music. There are no tempo changes and a lyrical section offers a nice contrast with the opening and closing material. Very engaging.

Mannheim Steamroller-Leave it to Mannheim Steamroller's Chip Davis to give Tchaikovsky's masterwork a new twist with an infectious funky bass line rock drums and a groove that takes ballet music to a different level. A perfect freshener for your holiday concert.

A new cutting-edge TV series based on the classic show once again features the memorable theme that accompanied Steve McGarrett decades ago. You'll want rock drums to help capture the energy and pulse of the original groove.