Tchaikovsky based this work on Mozart's piano variations on a theme by Gluck. While close to the original, this arrangement is very approachable. Showcasing Classical charm, these variations offer all sections lyrical melodies, romantic harmonies, and fun technical challenges. (4:05) / Orchestre A Cordes

Tchaikovsky's famous Marche Slav exemplifies the spirit of 19th century nationalism as it was growing in Europe. This exceptional arrangement set in A minor (a more comfortable key than the original B-flat minor) has all the elements of the original and lets your orchestra shine without the need of winds and percussion. Brilliant orchestration and arranging meets the work of a master composer!

Jamin Hoffman's miniature suite highlights the dramatic introduction to Act IV Dance of the Cygnets and the emotional finale from what may be the most famous of all Tchaikovsky ballets. A true masterwork in this new arrangementfor string orchestra that is sure to be an audience pleaser!

Taken from the second movement of the Serenade (and similar to the minuets of his idol Mozart) Tchaikovsky's Valse also resembles many of his own ballet movements. Lauren Keiser's skilled adaptation is designed for teaching thisimportant style and genre to young players.

From Album for the Young here are two movements arranged for younger players to help build confidence teach important performance concepts and introduce them to the distinct musical talent of Tchaikovsky. I. Pavane II. Contredanse

This seamless medley of the most popular overture themes from the Classical and Romantic periods---a veritable music history listening lesson---will be a sure-fire hit on any concert program. Scored in D-major throughout, the grade 3 arrangement by Douglas E. Wagner presents many teachable moments with style, balance, dynamic control, articulation, and interpretation. In order of appearance, the themes included are: '1812 Festival Overture' (Largo) by Tchaikovsky - Overture to Zampa by Herold - Overture to The Barber of Seville by Rossini - Overture to The Magic Flute by Mozart - Overture to The Marriage of Figaro by Mozart - Overture to Poet and Peasant by von Suppé - Overture to The Merry Wives of Windsor by Nicolai - Overture to William Tell by Rossini - Overture to Die Meistersinger by Wagner - Overture to Light Cavalry by von Suppé - Overture to Orpheus in the Underworld by Offenbach - 'Academic Festival Overture,' by Brahms - and '1812 Festival Overture' (Allegro vivace) by Tchaikovsky. (3:30) / Orchestre A Cordes

Souvenir de Florence-Tchaikovsky's Souvenir De Florence was comissioned by the St. Petersburg Chamber Music Society in 1887 but the work was not finished until 1892 due to Tchaikovsky turning his attention to his opera Queen Of Spades. It has been observed that the final movement in particular is orchestrally conceived rather than in the style of chamber music. The work is fittingly often performed by string orchestras and many believe it to actually more effective in that format. This is the original setting of the piece for String Sextet - 2 Violins 2 Violas and 2 Cellos.

(Music from the Romantic era)-The Simply Strings series is a collection of arrangements of well-known tunes for beginner string orchestras or chamber groups in schools and music centres. An easy optional piano part (and optional double bass part) is included to help teachers in rehearsal. Guitar chords are also included.Contains: Dance of the Reed Pipes (Tchaikovsky) Largofrom the New World (Dvorak) and Can-Can (Offenbach)

Les mélodies de ballets célèbres de Tchaïkovski sont aimés dans le monde entier, et pas plus que cette fameuse valse. Dans ce chef-d'oeuvre romantique de l'époque, les jeunes étudiants à cordes découvriront de belles figures musicales avec des rythmes, des coups d'archet, doigtés et réalisables même par les étudiants dans leur première année d'études. Toutes les sections ont des pièces intéressantes, mais les premières sont en vedette. Les élèves plus avancés trouveront également l'arrangement enrichissante et motivante. Il s'agit d'une sélection qui rehaussera n'importe quel programme du concert de l'orchestre à cordes, à tout moment de l'année. / Orchestre A Cordes

This arrangement endeavors to allow string ensembles to grow with this intricate composition. It has been shortened and an emphasis has been placed on instrumental technique. The focus is on the musical sophistication of this composition with the goal of developing musicality. (2:20) / Orchestre A Cordes

Eulenberg's celebrated and highly authoritative miniature score is the definitive reference source for study performance preparation or simply for those with a love of the great orchestral works.