12073 | STRING QUARTET, OP. 8: Fugue for Strings |
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| Creston, Paul 1906 - 1985 | Score
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| Publisher: Shawnee Press |
| Instrumentation: STR |
| Duration: 4:00 |
| State Info: FL(A), GA(6), NY(6) |
| Comments: Final movement. Score in set. |
| Description: Paul Creston's writing has been a hallmark of contemporary American music, ranging from chamber and orchestral music to stage and film music. This movement remains one of his most notable for school string orchestra, adapted from a string quartet by the composer himself. Here's a perfect opportunity to introduce your students to fugal writing in a contemporary style. |