• Playable at the end of most 1st year method books
• For developing ensembles
• Same instrumentation as beginning level
• More eighth-notes
• Simple syncopated rhythms

Golden Fields
Alan Lee Silva

Movie and Television writer Alan Silva gives us this wistful new original tune for developing string players. With bold strokes that are reminiscent of film music, Golden Fields offers students playability that is both melodic and tuneful. Wonderfully orchestrated with lots of variety, this piece offers each student the opportunity to play an important role in the performance of this piece.

Duration: 3:12 Key: G Maj
FAS23 ($35.00; $5.00, $2.25)

Smoky Mountain Howdown
Carl Strommen

Complete with foot stomps and yelling “hey”, this tune is a real country hoedown. With simple syncopation and a catchy melody, Strommen knows what students like to play and has created a tune that is just plain fun. A good way to break up all the serious stuff!

Duration: 2:04 Key: D Maj
FAS24 ($35.00; $5.00, $2.25)

Integrity
Larry Clark

The title depicts the uplifting nature of the piece that inspires young players to have confidence and respect while living with character and integrity. The music is characterized by strong melodic intervals of fourths and fifths and dynamic contrasts, a Larry Clark signature that has made his music so popular. In addition, every player is an important part of the music. This is a perfect showpiece for developing groups for concerts or festivals.

Duration: 2:22 Key: D Maj
FAS27 ($35.00; $5.00, $2.25)

Strings Meet the Masters
Joseph Compello

This piece skillfully combines simplified versions of themes from Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, The New World Symphony by Dvorak, and the 1812 Overture by Tchaikovsky. Without the scope of a full orchestra, Compello has crafted a piece that sounds rich and full while retaining the essence of the original masterpieces. This is a great way to introduce your students to these great masterworks!

Duration: 2:14 Key: G Maj
FAS25 ($35.00; $5.00, $2.25)

Arches
Sean O’Loughlin

This piece was inspired by the composer’s trip to the Arches National Monument in Utah. To reach the most recognizable landmark in the park, one must hike over two miles to this inspiring sight. This journey is skillfully reflected in the excellent use of pizzicati, which opens out into a beautiful lyrical section. Modern and fresh, this is a nice work that will show off the growing skills of your developing ensemble.

Duration: 2:15 Key: D Maj
FAS26 ($35.00; $5.00, $2.25)