SKU: HL.14032192

ISBN 9788759858394. 12.0x16.5x0.78 inches. International (more than one language).

Symphony No. 6 for orchestra, 1997-99. Preface / Program Note:... with the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years is like a day(New Testament, 2 Peter 3:8)My SYMPHONY NO. 6 was commissioned by the Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, the Gteborg Symphony Orchestra and the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra, to be premiered at the millenium 2000.The subtitle AT THE END OF THE DAY can be understood literally or it can mean when all is added up. However, in my opinion, nothing ever quite adds up, there is always something missing, any ending will be provisional ...This symphony appears to end only a few minutes into the first movement, the first passage, as the music fades away to almost-silence, after a start of flying colours. But then there is still something, a small motive (first heard in the initial sound-waves) which reappears, hesitant, but persistent, and this embryo is what leads on the musical progression. An agitated section of many instrumental voices comes next, until all the voices become obsessed with the same phrase, a see-saw motive based on thirds. This section evolves into almost martial ferocity, when broken off by a tutti descent into an extreme bass-world (a bass-world which actually permeates the whole symphony, emplyoing instruments that I have never used before: double-bass tuba, double-bass trombone, double-bass clarinet, and bass flute).The second movement, the second passage, apparently takes off where the first passage ended, but now the events are more ambiguous, and the same music may be perceived as fast-moving one moment and slow-moving the next. This section is a kind of passacaglia, the characteristic baroque bass-variation.Without a break follows the third and last passage, in a contrasting high register. The music is rhythmically knotty as well as freely flowing. As in the beginning of the symphony, a never-ending descent or fall breaks off the events, and at the very end a delta of new beginnings, of other worlds, is revealed ....The symphony is dedicated to Helle, my wife. - Per Norgard.

SKU: AP.48035

UPC: 038081557007. English. Traditional American Fiddle Tune.

Angeline the Baker arranged by Jim Palmer is a well-known American fiddle tune that is perfect for your beginning string orchestra. Students will enjoy the beginning shuffle technique, the interesting bass line, and sharing melodies with all the instruments. Your students and audience will be dancing in the aisles! A perfect selection for the first-year orchestra. (1:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: AP.49447S

ISBN 9781470650414. UPC: 038081571195. English.

Give your students the opportunity of playing a piece for beginning strings that is upbeat and full of excitement! Violento, is an original beginning strings composition by veteran composer Victor López. This exciting work is a forceful and rhythmically driven composition that sounds more difficult than written. A mixture of the danzón---Cuba's unique genre of song and dance---and basic rhythmic interplay give this piece a unique touch. The inclusive, simple, and repetitious rhythmic patterns will certainly make an energetic statement at your next concert. (1:50) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: AP.45823S

UPC: 038081529196. English.

Perfect for concerts and festivals, Dayspring by Michael Kamuf is an ideal piece for reinforcing both dotted-quarter/eighth note and syncopation rhythms with your beginning string orchestra. In this driving new work by Michael Kamuf, the lyrical melodies and driving motifs are passed around the entire ensemble, supported by rich harmonies. (2:00).

SKU: AP.45823

UPC: 038081529189. English.

Perfect for concerts and festivals, Dayspring is an ideal piece for reinforcing both dotted-quarter/eighth note and syncopation rhythms with your beginning string orchestra. In this driving new work by Michael Kamuf, the lyrical melodies and driving motifs are passed around the entire ensemble, supported by rich harmonies. (2:00).

SKU: AP.45868

UPC: 038081523699. English.

In the tradition of great British wind band marches like British Eighth and Colonel Bogey, this original is intended for beginning orchestra. Students in their first year will find this piece absolutely playable, using only open strings, notes within a one-octave D scale, and simple bowing patterns. Optional beginning percussion and piano parts ensure that British March by Andrew H. Dabczynski will make a perfect opening or closing piece on any concert program. (2:15).

SKU: AP.48039

UPC: 038081555171. English.

The majesty of this geographic landmark is evident in Gibraltar: The Rock by Victor López. Fabled in Greek lore to be one of the two pillars of Hercules, the bold music presented provides a fitting representation. Written with plenty of tutti and unison sections throughout, this impressive work for beginning strings will provide young ensembles the opportunity to display characteristics of musical maturity. Stepwise melodic lines, driving background rhythms, as well as bowing and fingering markings make this energetic piece easier to learn and teach. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud. (2:00).

SKU: AP.48040

UPC: 038081553863. English. Traditional English Carol.

Sans Day Carol arranged by Michael Kamuf, is a beautiful setting for beginning string students that offers an opportunity to work on expressive playing with limited technical demands. The melody is passed around the ensemble and includes optional percussion parts. This arrangement is fitting for both holiday and festival performances. (2:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: AP.31518

UPC: 038081345925. English.

The energy of this piece is inspired by and matches the energy level of beginning players! Imagine the whirling, spinning excitement that occurs among children stuck in the house on a rainy day or celebrating a holiday with family and you have the picture of this piece! Eighth note rhythms occur only on repeated notes, providing motion without difficulty and a technical exercise in playing in a fast but precise manner (1:30).