Christmas Music for Violins, Violas, & Cellos

As a string teacher for many years, I am always coming up with a new version of a Christmas song. Sometimes, my students need one that is easier to play, or one in a different key. Or, they want a piano accompaniment that is simple enough that Mom or a brother or sister can play it. Every year I need songs that violins, violas, and cellos can play together for a performance. To include the newest beginners, I create finger-number sheets for those who have not yet learned to read music.

After so many years, I have quite a collection of holiday songs. I have been encouraged by teachers and parents to make them available to the public. There are plenty of sites with more advanced Christmas music, but if you are looking for solos or ensembles for beginning to intermediate students – or quick and easy group songs – check these out. Most parts are in first position, with a few noted exceptions. Browse the Christmas Music for Strings MUSIC CATALOGUE for available titles. If you don’t see the song you want, contact me. I will be adding new songs each week.

Each song packet includes individual instrument parts, simple piano accompaniment (many can also be played as piano solos), and a full score for teachers – all prepared with a professional music-writing program. (See samples to the left.) You also get finger-number sheets for non-readers and an instruction sheet showing key, finger pattern, performance options, and song lyrics. You can download song packets immediately and make as many copies as you need. You could be playing a new Christmas song within minutes!

Thanks for visiting my site and Happy Holidays! – Susan Fiegel