Caterpillar Holiday introduces students to a style of playing that is aurally appealing and familiar, yet technically different from the standard string repertoire.Program NotesCaterpillar Holiday introduces students to a style of playing that is aurally…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Anne Svendsen
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Fairly Fugal is loosely based around a fugue and has a distinctly Baroque character. This is a wonderful work for developing cohesiveness and awareness for interplay between sections within a string ensemble.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2004 Publisher: Brolga…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Anne Svendsen
Publisher:
Brolga Music
The Grasshopper Chomp encourages students at this level to produce a full tone through the confident use of fast bow strokes.Program NotesThe Grasshopper Chomp encourages students at this level to produce a full tone through the confident use of fast bow…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Anne Svendsen
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Set in a clever waltz style, Ruth Elaine Schram has set the well-known folk tune of Greensleeves for flexible strings. This work is an easy and musical introduction into pizzicato playing, with all the lush arco sections that make Greensleeves a timeless…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Ruth Elaine Schram
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Set in a clever waltz style, Ruth Elaine Schram has set the well-known folk tune of Greensleeves for developing strings. This work is an easy and musical introduction into pizzicato playing, with all the lush arco sections that make Greensleeves a timeless…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Ruth Elaine Schram
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Gulpy the Goldfish is designed for training beginner string ensembles to develop rhythmic cohesiveness.Program NotesGulpy the Goldfish is designed for training beginner string ensembles to develop rhythmic cohesiveness. In the key of D major, the piece…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Anne Svendsen
Publisher:
Brolga Music
L’automne is French for “the Autumn.” This piece is meant to depict the different aspects of this beautiful season, as it begins with slightly cooler breezes and a break from summer’s heat. Young musicians will enjoy the lush harmonic palette and beautiful…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Ruth Elaine Schram
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Continuing with her “seasonal” themed pieces, Ruth Elaine Schram gives us the latest addition to her collection: Summer. Enjoy the beautiful harmonies and full tutti playing that will make your string orchestra sound great.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2021…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Ruth Elaine Schram
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Occam's Razor is a principle of succinctness used in problem-solving, stating that when choosing between two or more methods, the simplest solution is usually the best. The application of the principle often shifts the burden of proof in a discussion; the…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Gene Fambrough
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Over the Rolling Downs evokes the images of gliding high above the landscape, following the contour of the lands that fall away below. Listening to the lilting contours of this music you can experience the feeling of freedom as you fly high above your…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Anne Svendsen
Publisher:
Brolga Music