70913 | More Masterworks for Strings |
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| (Arr. Clinesmith, Ben) | |
| Category: Methods/Collections; String Orchestra |
| Instrumentation: violin I,violin II,violin III,viola,cello,bass |
| Comments: Purcell – ABDELAZER: Rondeau; Vivaldi – FOUR SEASONS: Spring 1st mvt; Handel – WATER MUSIC SUITE NO. 2: Bouree; Mozart – STRING QUARTET NO. 17 ‘THE HUNT’: 1st mvt; Beethoven – PIANO TRIO NO. 2: Presto; Rossini – William Tell Overture; Brahms – VARIATIONS ON A THEME OF HAYDN: Saint Anthony Chorale; Dvorak – NEW WORLD SYMPHONY: Largo 2nd mvt; Mahler – Symphony No. 1 Theme 1st mvt; Sibelius – Finlandia Theme. Grade = ME. |
| Description: This collection of masterworks for intermediate string players includes familiar melodies ranging from the Baroque to Romantic periods and beyond. These ten pieces have been carefully arranged to support developing playing technique while introducing students to the form, style, and distinct sound of many great composers, including Vivaldi, Brahms, Beethoven, Dvorak, and more. Each piece is suitable for small or large string ensembles in a festival, recital, or traditional concert setting. A valuable addition to your orchestra library! |