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.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: AP.35996

UPC: 038081410401. English. Traditional.

This arrangement of the beloved African-American spiritual offers students the opportunity to experience chromaticism within beautiful moving lines and harmonies. A simple hymn-like texture at the beginning gradually leads to an expedition in bi-tonality, giving this arrangement a contemporary but accessible sound.

SKU: FJ.ST6397S

English.

The African-American spiritual Aint-a That Good News! exuberantly expresses joy and hope. Set as a slow swing, plenty of articulations help students achieve the proper style. Basses and cellos experience the walking bass lines and all students will stretch their right hand bowing skills while discovering a number of chromatics in the left hand.

About FJH String Orchestra

More emphasis on bow technique and independence of lines. For the accomplished middle, high school, college, or professional group. Grade 3 and up

SKU: FJ.ST6291S

English.

This lively original work embodies the character and spirit of the African-American spiritual. Combining themes of struggle, oppression, and hope for the future, the music begins quite vigorously before easing into a haunting middle section. Soon after, the music returns to its joyous nature, which is carried through to the spirited ending. Includes optional percussion.

SKU: KJ.SO333F

UPC: 084027041598.

This elegant, soulful number introduces students to the limitless expressive power of the blues. With swing rhythms (including walking bass), a lyrical tune, and a mood that is at once pensive and joyful, this classic African-American spiritual moves through a kaleidoscopic range of complex emotions, from mourning to jubilance. So Hold On! 3:06.