One of Mozarts most famous operas and one of his last works Die Zauberflöte (“The Magic Flute”) continues to be performed worldwide each year. From its iconic majestic opening three chords Mozartsoverture is a wonderfulcombination of the sentiment and spirit of the opera that follows. This adaption for strings is classical programming at its very best.

Written in 1768 when he was just 12 years old Mozarts first opera was a marvel to many but suspect to others (jealous composers) who claimed it was actually written by his mentoring father Leopold. This overture is a wonderful way for todaysstudents to perform and learn about the work of the young genius.

Fantasia In F Minor for Strings (1799) after the Organ Piece for Mechanical Organ K.608.Despite their high quality Mozart?s works for unusual instruments or instrumental combinations often receive scant attention. One of these remarkable compositions is a piece for mechanical Organ K. 608 that he wrote for ? Müller?s Art Gallery ? in March 1791. By 1799 it had already appeared in print in Vienna as a fantasy for Piano four-hands.But there were also other transcriptions including one for two Flutes and another for String Quartet.Several sources and later editions attest to the popularity of this contemporary stringarrangement of 1799. Our new volume edited by Christopher Hogwood takes the relevant sources into account.It contains a trilingual preface (Eng./Ger./Cz.) discussing the work?s history and performance practice as well as a detailed critical report.- Almost unknown music from Mozart?s final year.- Transcription of 1799 for String Quartet.- Additional Double Bass part provided to allow performances with Chamber Orchestra.- Detailed preface critical report (Eng./ Cz ./Ger.). Also includes facsimiles.- Full score & parts (BA9505) available for sale.

Mozart In Miniature-Easy music for string groups. Playstrings provides an enjoyable and varied repertoire for young string orchestras carefully structured in two levels. The ‘Easy’ level does not normally exceed Grade 2 in difficulty with most partsplayable in first position while the ‘Moderately Easy’ level includes some parts of around Grade 3 standard. At easy level alternative parts are provided so that the absence of viola or a double bass does not prevent the piecefrom being performed. Available in score or sets of instrumental parts. There are over 30 titles covering a wide range of styles including classical pieces folk tunes and Christmas collections. Playstrings is an idealintroduction to orchestral playing for young string players. Set of 19 parts contains: 4 x Violin 1 4 x Violin 2 4 x Violin 3 2 x Viola 3 x Cello 2 x Double Bass/Cello 2.

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

The charm and simplicity of Mozart's music continues to captivate today's audiences as we celebrate the 300th anniversary of his birth. Here is an ideal way to bring the genius of Amadeus to your developing string group with awork that is well designed for student players.

The music of Mozart remains at the top of every Classical listener's list and continues to be some of the best teaching material for student orchestras. Jon Bauman has combined two of Mozart's delightful canons into a concert andlearning piece for strings. Includes O du eselhafter Peierl (K 560) and Bona nox (K 561). Dur: 2:45

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

This simplified arrangement of the overture to Apollo et Hyacinthus (possibly Mozart's first real opera) works very well for young orchestras with lots of juicy fun passages for all the instruments.

Mozart's exquisite writing is evident in every measure of this minuet. This easy level arrangement will give your students a perfect introduction to playing in a leggiero (light) classical style.

Mozart's Requiem in D Minor is a sublime work. The Kyrie is a masterful lesson in fugal writing, requiring the students to 'count like crazy.' Every section of the orchestra plays the syncopated entries, tied rhythms, and running sixteenth note passages. The tempo can be slightly adjusted to suit the technical ability of the ensemble. Eighth notes should be slightly separated, whilst 16th notes are played detaché. This arrangement would make an interestingly contrasted concert item with Loreta Fin's arrangement of the beautiful 'Lacrymosa' from the same Requiem (76-44507). / Orchestre A Cordes

This wonderful arrangement of the second movement from Mozart's Symphony #17 is an excellent piece for developing ensembles to learn about the stylistic nuances of Mozart. Arranged by Steven Campbell in G major and set in common time, younger musicians will find the setting very accessible. This is a great way to introduce varied bowing techniques like staccato, legato, spiccato, and brushed strokes that often accompany the lighter Classical style. (4:10) / Orchestre A Cordes

Written in the final years of Mozart's life, this piece features a slow lyrical opening followed by an exuberant journey through major and minor tonalities. Students practice Classical style along with multiple slurred notes, scale-like passages, and accidentals. Open your next concert with this Mozart opera classic. (5:00) / Orchestre A Cordes

Ce travail composé à l'origine pour quatuor à cordes a été conçu par Mozart pour l'instrumentation choric. Quant à la technique de jeu, il n'est pas très difficile. / Orchestre A Cordes