Beginning String Orchestra (Blue Cover)
- For first year string groups
- Limited parts (often, 2nd violin and viola are the same part, cello
and bass are the same part)
- Limited as to keys, rhythms (only simple eighth-note patterns)
and independence of parts
- Playable after limited study time
- First position and natural bowings
- Piano for rehearsal and reinforcement
Hotaka Sunset
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Keiko Yamada
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New to the Carl Fischer composer family, Keiko Yamada brings young orchestra players an accessible piece that combines elements of Japanese Folk music and canonic style. The piece is beautifully lyrical and features a gentle pizzicato section.
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Duration: 3:03 |
Key: D Major |
BAS26 - Set $38.00
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BAS26F - Full Score $6.00
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BAS26P - Parts $2.75
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Cimarron
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Larry Clark
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From the pen of Larry Clark, noted educational composer, comes this delightful work for young players. The piece features a stately feel typical of the Old West with smart tempo variations and a strong lyrical melody all based on D major patterns.
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Duration: 2:17 |
Key: D Major |
BAS28 - Set $38.00
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BAS28F - Full Score $6.00
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BAS28P - Parts $2.75
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Land of the Silver Birch
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Virginia Croft
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A rhythmically interesting piece for early string players, Land of the Silver Birch, based on a Canadian melody, is both harmonically rich and compelling. With its Native-American flair, this piece would make a unique addition to any young orchestra concert.
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Duration: 2:01 |
Key: E Minor |
BAS25 - Set $38.00
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BAS25F - Full Score $6.00
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BAS25P - Parts $2.75
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The Simple Gifts of Christmas
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Larry Clark
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Combining the popular Shaker tune Simple Gifts with holiday favorites, Larry Clark has created a wonderful novelty piece that is perfect for the holidays. The piece incorporates the positive essence of this truly American song and unites it with the good tidings of the holiday season. Quarter notes are the most difficult rhythm, making this piece ideal for that first holiday concert.
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Duration: 2:13 |
Key: D Major |
BAS27 - Set $38.00
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BAS27F - Full Score $6.00
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BAS27P - Parts $2.75
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