Strings Around The World Sheet Music
About this collection
Strings Around The World Sheet Music
Strings Around the World brings folk music from diverse cultures into the string orchestra classroom and rehearsal room. Curated by William Starr and other arrangers, these collections feature accessible arrangements for violin, viola, cello, and bass that invite students to explore musical traditions beyond the classical canon. Each title includes a full score and individual parts, making it straightforward for directors to lead rehearsals and students to follow along.
Who it's for
- String orchestra directors seeking folk and world music repertoire
- Music teachers building culturally diverse programming
- Intermediate string students exploring music beyond classical tradition
What's inside
- Folk song arrangements for violin, viola, cello, and bass
- Full conductor scores and individual part books
- Titles organized by geographic region and musical tradition
Things to consider
Check the difficulty level of individual titles within the collection to match your ensemble's ability. The Starr arrangements are popular choices for intermediate players, but confirm the specific technical demands of each piece before assigning parts to your students.