Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto for Violin and String Orchestra

Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35 (Arr. Violin and String Orchestra)

The Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto is one of the most celebrated works in the repertoire, and one of the more difficult to programme: it requires a full symphony orchestra, which puts it beyond reach for many ensembles. This arrangement for string orchestra makes it a practical option for chamber orchestras, youth orchestras, and festival settings where full forces aren't available, while keeping the solo part exactly as Tchaikovsky wrote it.

The wind and brass from the original have been redistributed into the string orchestra, so the harmonic weight and dramatic character of the accompaniment come through in the string texture. The soloist still has the full concerto to perform; the ensemble behind them is simply drawn from strings rather than full forces.

At thirty minutes across three movements, this is a complete programme centrepiece.

Check the score and parts preview images above, then watch the complete score video below. They'll give you a clear picture of the engraving quality and overall difficulty before you buy.

Key features

• Instrumentation: Solo Violin + String Orchestra (Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello, Double Bass)
• Original instrumentation: Violin and Full Orchestra (Tchaikovsky, arr. Paul Wood for string orchestra)
• Difficulty: Professional / Diploma
• Duration: approximately 30 minutes
• Format: PDF download, full score and all parts

A practical solution for professional soloists, conservatoire students, and chamber or youth orchestras wanting to programme this concerto without full orchestral forces. Works well as the centrepiece of a string orchestra concert or festival programme.