The joy and energy of Irish folk music is readily apparent in this three-part work consisting of "Raggle Taggle Gypsies," "Londonderry Air," and "Irish Washerwoman." Logical bowings, comfortable keys, and careful attention to range and technique lead to…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A very playable arrangement of three familiar carols ("O Come, All Ye Faithful," "What Child Is This?," and "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing"), this holiday suite allows the students to produce a full, sonorous tone. While the technical demands are not great,…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Originally written for two violins, this piece has been re-scored for solo violin and strings. The solo violin part is a showpiece, yet not extremely difficult to perform and may be done with multiple players. Great care was taken to maintain the clarity and…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Mazas, Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Holiday
The main melodic material is from a 1591 English tune in a Coventry play better kown as Coventry Carol. The warmth and expressiveness of the cantabile opening section is Romantic in nature and is written to produce a lush sound from the string…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
In the style of a Middle European folk dance, this vigorous and energetic piece is somewhat reminiscent of the style of Bela Bartok with a gritty bowing style that should produce a big, solid tone. A rewarding piece for the students to play and the audience…
Style:
Full Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This work captures the essence of Irish folk music and is based on “Banna Strand”, “Cockles and Mussels”, and “The Minstrel Boy”. Carefully written with an eye toward fullness of sound and expressive lines, the piece has great audience and player appeal.…
Style:
Full Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This strong, tuneful piece with a distinctly Russian flavor in D major is an ideal selection for young players. The adagio section provides the opportunity to develop legato playing in an expressive manner. The Viola part is also in Violin II, so there is…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A stately concert march that will encourage solid bowing and a firm tone, this piece gives all sections lead material. Therefore, all players will feel they are making an important contribution to the overall impact of the piece.
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Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Holiday
This piece will make an ideal holiday program selection. It is reminiscent of Ukranian Bell Carol but is much easier to play. The textural varieties and straightforward harmonic background give the piece a mature sound, and the comfort level of the…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Holiday
A very playable suite of three Christmas carols (“Good King Wenceslas,” “Away in a Manger,” and “Oh Come, All Ye Faithful”) this grouping will make an enjoyable addition to any Christmas program. The viola and 2nd violin are virtually the same to…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications