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Beginning String Orchestra
(Grade 1 — Blue Cover)

•  For first-year string groups
•  Limited parts (often, second violin and viola are the same part,
     cello and bass are the same part)
•  Limited 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

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Aftershock
Larry Clark
	Orchestras who had the great experience of playing Larry Clark’s popular Shockwave can now move on to part two: Aftershock. While a bit more difficult than its predecessor, it maintains the bold, exciting, and aggressive qualities that made Shockwave such a sparkler.
	bas52.mp3	608KB

Level	Beginning String Orchestra	BAS52 Set	$40.00
Duration	2:43	BAS52F Full Score	$6.00
Key	E minor	BAS52P Parts	$2.75 call

Antiquitas
Bill Calhoun
	Antiquitas is sure to become a favorite with your students, taking your imagination back in time with its modal qualities and medieval, dance-like character. Making use of contrasting marcato and legato playing, your students will learn to incorporate these techniques to maximize musicality.
	bas50.mp3	600KB

Level	Beginning String Orchestra	BAS50 Set	$40.00
Duration	1:48	BAS50F Full Score	$6.00
Key	E minor	BAS50P Parts	$2.75 call

Presenting the Strings
Joseph Compello
	This unique waltz is a great way to introduce sections of the orchestra to the audience with a piece designed for beginning players. Optional narration text is included, intended to be spoken by a narrator, engaging the audience. What better way to raise arts awareness than by cleverly demonstrating the way an orchestra works?
	bas51.mp3	593KB

Level	Beginning String Orchestra	BAS51 Set	$40.00
Duration	1:30	BAS51F Full Score	$6.00
Key	D Major	BAS51P Parts	$2.75 call

Relics of the Past
Sean O'Loughlin
	From popular composer Sean O'Loughlin, Relics of the Past is a serious-sounding piece that hearkens back to the past with its mysterious minor mode. The maturity required to play this piece makes it perfect for contest and festival.
	bas53.mp3	609KB

Level	Beginning String Orchestra	BAS53 Set	$40.00
Duration	2:20	BAS53F Full Score	$6.00
Key	E minor	BAS53P Parts	$2.75 call

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