SKU: FJ.ST6508S

English.

19th century England meets 1950s Cuba in this clever Latin-style arrangement of a traditional carol! Optional percussion create an authentic Latin sound as the orchestra celebrates the holidays in true cha-cha fashion.

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6479

UPC: 241444400104. English.

This lively folk song celebrates early-American life of riding on a wagon. Spirited themes combine with engaging harmonic and rhythmic writing throughout, with engaging parts for all members of the orchestra. A delightful addition to any program.

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6481

UPC: 241444400890. English.

Feature this amazingly authentic arrangement of a Baroque masterpiece! Two movements from Handel's Water Music Suite No. 2 highlight some of the most famous music from the Baroque era while falling well within the technical capability of a young orchestra. Wonderful music with a vast amount of teaching opportunities!

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6550S

English.

An imagined soundtrack to a high-stakes game of espionage... The music drifts between episodes of intense dissonance and brief moments of calm, allowing you to catch your breath before the chase continues once again. Relying heavily on rhythmic pulse and reinforcing rhythmic independence, this engaging work also offers plenty of opportunities to showcase dynamic contrast and really bring the excitement to a new level!

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6527S

English.

What better way to end a concert than with a joyous and triumphant Beethoven finale! Set in the key of D, this dynamic arrangement enables less-experienced musicians to perform with resonating confidence while still retaining the excitement and determination of the original. Outstanding!

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6512

UPC: 241444420072. English.

The vivid imagery of little critters scurrying about at night inspires the melodic lines and creative harmonies used throughout this programmatic work. Beginning soft and mischievous, the music builds as new critters join the fun in a playful dialogue. The harmonic language moves between moments of pleasant consonance and slight dissonance (because as we all know, some people love little critters and some people are terrified of them!). A highly imaginative, playable work!

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6298S

English.

Combining famous classical melodies with popular American folk songs, this clever work ties everything together in a fun, fiddlin' atmosphere! Works by Beethoven, Handel and Mozart are woven into folk tunes like Boil Them Cabbage, Li'l Liza Jane, and hints of Dixie. A fun piece that fiddles with tunes in the classic fiddle tradition!

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6423

UPC: 241444375396. English.

Students confidently tell their story as though from the mountaintops in this African American Spiritual. With straightforward rhythms and pitches, the right arm and bow hand can be the focus to achieve a convincing proclamation tone, as well as a lush but gentle sound in the subdued moments. A wonderful change of pace that is still at a moderate tempo.

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6452S

English.

Combining two well-known African-American spirituals (Chatter with the Angels and All Night, All Day), this arrangement offers the opportunity to swing or play straight eighth notes. Students will perform with confidence as they play familiar rhythms and memorable melodies through colorful and engaging orchestration.

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6096S

English.

This novel work opens up with pizzicato in all instruments. The high tension atmosphere gives way to an easy-going tune with a syncopated melody to help lighten things up. This one is sure to stick with your audience long after the piece is over. Optional temple blocks and ratchet add to the fun. A great change of pace for your next program!

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6236S

English.

This traditional folk tune begins softly and subtly, since mama don't allow no fiddle, banjo, or any type of playin' 'round here! As the arrangement progresses, confidence builds: We don't care what mamma don't 'low; we'll play the fiddle anyhow! By the end of the piece, the whole room is alive with music as though perhaps mama herself has now joined in!

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6375S

English.

Written in the key of D using simple quarter and repeated eighth note patterns, Boogie Blues is a bundle of fun based on a blues progression. All instruments have interesting parts and will enjoy the easy, yet effective groove. Certain to become a student (and audience) favorite!

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6437

UPC: 241444384374. English.

Adventure hides in the shadows of a mysterious island that lies far beyond the horizons of the sea. This simple, yet dramatic piece uses only the first 6 notes of the D and G Major scales along with easy combinations of eighth, quarter, and half notes. Urgent rhythms build alongside echoing melodic lines to create anticipation and energize this work for beginning players, who will love the dark minor tonality.

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: FJ.ST6380S

English.

This all-pizzicato work uses easy aleatoric devices to create the gentle sound of rainfall. Out of the rain emerges a simple accompaniment line that is soon joined by an endearing melody. A wonderful way to focus on good left-hand position while making great music!

About FJH Beginning Strings

Appropriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5