Category: NEW TITLES

Easy Arrangement by Jeff Manookian
For Violin I, Violin II, Viola/Violin III, and Cello
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=doH-VB7x-BY

Level: Intermediate — ideal for larger string ensembles

Karl Jenkins’ Palladio is one of the most iconic contemporary works for strings — bold, rhythmic, and irresistibly driving. This simplified arrangement by Jeff Manookian makes the piece accessible to intermediate-level students while preserving the grandeur and rhythmic power of the original.

Its strong architectural structure and repeated rhythmic motifs offer young players an exciting opportunity to explore modern string writing in a way that is both manageable and highly rewarding.

This arrangement is particularly effective for larger ensembles, where the layered string textures and rhythmic pulse can fully unfold.

Musical skills developed through this piece:

• Coordinating precise ensemble playing between violins, violas, and cellos

• Balancing light, transparent passages with full, grand sections

• Developing clean articulation and clear phrasing within complex rhythmic patterns

With its energetic momentum and cinematic character, Palladio is a powerful performance piece for concerts, group classes, and string festivals — inspiring students to play with confidence, precision, and musical unity.