SKU: FJ.ST6499

UPC: 241444414514. English.

Embark on a journey across the high seas with this gusty piece that captures the rogue nature of Caribbean pirates. Featuring contrasting sections and techniques such as harmonics, pizzicato, and double stops, there is never a dull moment. Sure to be a student favorite!

About FJH Developing Strings

Slightly more advanced than Beginning Strings, this series begins to involve more position work and a slightly more complex rhythmic figures. Rehearsal piano is often provided. Ideal for middle school and smaller high school programs. Grade 2 - 2.5

SKU: KN.08554S

UPC: 822795085549.

This dramatic original portrays the grandeur of an era gone by with bold melodic lines built on a strong harmonic foundation. To achieve the robust sound Del Borgo intends, all violins play the same part, easy double-stops are to be played non-divisi, and bowings should be broad, not spaced. Duration 3:00. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.08434S

UPC: 822795084344.

Built on the pentatonic scale, this exuberant march with an oriental flair will delight players and audiences alike. A combined 1st/2nd Violin part (16 copies in each set) promotes greater confidence in passages calling for simple double-stops on open strings. Midway through some canonic and pizzicato techniques create textural contrastin his score notes Del Borgo stresses the importance of maintaining a steady tempo in the pizzicato section. Duration 2:40. Available in SmartMusic.

SKU: KN.08848S

UPC: 822795088489.

This energetic overture featuring driving rhythms and a fresh harmonic approach should be played boldly with confidence. Some violin and cello double stops add dramatic emphasis at key moments, and the aggressive finish will be especially popular with audiences. Duration 2:00. Available in SmartMusic. .

SKU: KJ.GSO29C

Adelante! Adelante! is dedicated to Ida Steadman and the orchestra students of El Paso, Texas. The composition was premiered by the Coronado High School Orchestra at New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, New Mexico on February 21, 1993. It was commissioned by Ms. Steadman to commemorate the quincentennial celebration of Christopher Columbus' first voyage to the New World. While the composer sought inspiration from this famed event, he felt that it would be better that the piece not be directed at this once in a century celebration, only to be overlooked at year's end. Thus, while the work recalls the explorations of Columbus, it concurrently pays tribute to all those who have dedicated their lives to exploration and discovery throughout history.

SKU: KN.08213S

UPC: 822795082135.

This sparkling, energetic original effectively emulates the classic Mozartean style in very playable terms. A vigorous marcato opening, legato midsection, and powerful recap of the first theme will make a lasting impression on audiences. Some simple doublestops add to the dramatic impact, and ample bowings are provided to aide first and second year groups. Duration 3:30. Available in SmartMusic.