International Christmas songs for the first beginning playing in an ensemble. Inside following original compositions:Campana Sobre Campana (Spanien, 0:48, F), Entre le bœuf et l’âne gris (Frankreich, 1:15, dM), Go tell it to the mountain (USA, 1:26, F), Les Anges dans nos campagnes (Frankreich, 1:43, F), Tu scendi dalle stelle (Italien, 0:52, F), We wish you a merry Christmas (England, 1:03, G).

In each arrangement you will find a vocal part (soprano) with all poems in the original language. So a little choir ca be integrated in.

Level: very easy - easy, the keys of this edition more suitable for wind instruments.

This volume is intended for the very first beginning playing in an ensemble. Inside following original compositions:  Charly's Tango (1:17, gM), Dear Paula (1:08, F), Dream of Cuba (1:40, F), Minnesota Train (1:06, F), My Song (1:20, F), Royal Garden (1:15, F).

Level: very easy, the keys of this edition more suitable for wind instruments.

A great medley about seven well known themes by Ludwig van Beethoven (Missa solemnis, Symphony No.3, Pathetique, Sonata op. 27,2, Symphony No.7, Symphony No.1, Symphony No.9). Built as a classical four-movement symphony. Particularly impressive is the reinforcement by the choir, which gives a festive atmosphere to the piece.  

Level: advanced

Video: Beethoven-Musikschule, Mödling

This piece is a cheerful movement with a fugato part in distinctive baroque tempo. Well suitable for a festive concert, also at Christmas time.

The three Concerti a due cori, where the orchestra is divided in two choirs of woodwinds and a string choir with continuo, are mostly no independent compositions but have been arranged by Handel from several oratorio choirs and played as interludes in his oratorio performances. 

Level: medium

The three Concerti a due cori, where the orchestra is divided in two choirs of woodwinds and a string choir with continuo, are mostly no independent compositions but have been arranged by Handel from several oratorio choirs and played as interludes in his oratorio performances.

This choir from "Messiah" (And the glory of the Lord) is an excellent short festive music, also for your christmas concerto. 

Level: easy - medium

Wagner for a youth orchestra? No! Or perhaps yes? Surely a thrilling project. By skilful choice of the keys and minimum changes a version has been created, which is very well presented by an advanced youth orchestra. It also makes a lot of playful joy and provides a perfect entrance to the wonderful soundscape of this composer.

The most well known orchestral composition of Wagner was created in 1880 and performed first at the birthday of Cosima Wagner (Dec 25th) in a version for chamber ensemble. The name of the work remembers to their son Siegfried and refers also to the thematic material from the third act of the same-named music drama.

Level: well advanced

Here the basis is the original four-part string setting. Winds give varity of colors, make accents and cause the structure. The result: a beautiful, gladly played piece in a magnificent garment.

Level: easy

The well known ans popular composition in a facilitated version for youth orchester. First of all the key was changed (A -> G). The solo Englisch horn was substituted by the first alto sax, a good player is necessary. Alltogether the result is respectable and will be an enrichment for your orchestra! 

Level: medium

In 1551 the Antwerpen composer and publisher released a little music book called "Dansereye". It contained fourpart dancing tunes about well known chants and own compositions.
Here a simple version of five compositions for your youth orchestra. The catchy melodies, the driving rhythms and the colorful instrumentation will enthuse surely!

Level: easy

A combination of particulary effective sections. Inside: Hornpipe1, Air, Bourrée, Minuet. The original winds (oboe, horns, bassoon) were extended in some places. The string setting is like the original, the repetitions were orchestrated in different manner to increase their colouring.

Level: medium