German.

In addition to the very successful series of Hans and Marianne Magolt, they now publish the first volume in the new series 'The Most Beautiful Spirituals &. Gospels'. All melodies are very easy arrangements for beginners and can be played at various occasions at home, at the music school, at primary school or in an ensemble. Optionally, the arrangements can be played with an additional second part.
Contents: Down by the Riverside, Glory Hallelujah, Go down Moses, O happy day, Rock my soul, He's got the whole world in his hands, Nobody knows the trouble I've seen, Swing low and many more.

ISBN 9781619111479. Many selections in this volume are unique and until now have been inaccessible to the string ensemble repertoire. These pieces are intended for multiple strings for performance in the classroom as well as performance in concerts. Several players may be used on each part. Whenever possible, every effort was made to keep the viola and violoncello/double bass parts melodic rather than simply filling in the various harmonic chord progressions. The pieces may be performed as a solo for each instrument (Violin 1, Violin 2, Viola or Cello) with piano accompaniment, or as duets or trios, as well as full orchestra. If performed with full orchestra, the piano accompaniment is not necessary. The string ensemble series meets all standards for ASTA with NSOA (American String Teachers Association/National School Orchestra Association) and Suzuki Association of the Americas, Inc.