A leading German composer of both instrumental and vocal music during the late Romantic era and 20th century, Richard Strauss achieved his fame with his tone poems for large orchestras, including Don Juan, Death And Transfiguration, Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks, and Also Sprach Zarathustra. This accessible arrangement for string orchestra of famous themes from his tone poems offers an opportunity for young musicians to experience the power and beauty of Strauss' music. Duration 6:10.