Orchestra

SKU: PR.416415760

For Really Big Orchestra. Composed by PDQ Bach. Edited by Prof. Peter Schickele. Study Score. With Standard notation. Duration 11 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #416-41576. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.416415760).

UPC: 680160636532. 9 x 12 inches.

The 1712 Overture stands out in P.D.Q. Bach's oeuvre for two reasons, among others: it is by far the most programmatic instrumental piece among those by the minimeister of Wein-am-Rhein so far unearthed, and 2) its discovery has led to a revelation about the composer's father, Johann Sebastian Bach, that has exploded like a bombshell on the usually serene musicological landscape. The overture is based on an anecdote told to P.D.Q. Bach by a cousin, Peter Ulrich. Since P.U. Bach lived in Dudeldorf, only a few miles down the road from Wein-am-Rhein, he was P.D.Q.'s closest relative, and he was, in fact, one of the few members of the family who was on speaking terms with P.D.Q. The story, related to P.D.Q. (fortunately for us posterity types) in a letter, may be summarized thus: The town of Dudeldorf was founded by two brothers, Rudi and Dieter Dudel, early in the 18th century. Rudi remained mayor of the newborn burg for the rest of his long life, but Dieter had a dream of starting a musicians' colony, an entire city devoted to music, which dream, he finally decided, could be realized only in the New World. In 1712, he and several other bagpipers sailed to Boston, never to return to Germany. (Henceforth, Rudi became known as der deutscher Dudel and Dieter as the Yankee Dudel). Unfortunately, the head of the Boston Musicians' Guild had gotten wind of Dudel's plans, and Wilhelm Wiesel (pron. VEE-zle), known none too affectionately around town as Wiesel the Weasel, was not about to share what few gigs there were in colonial America with more foreigners and outside agitators. He and his cronies were on hand to meet Dudel's boat when it pulled into Boston Harbor; they intended to prevent the newcomers' disembarkation, but Dudel and his companions managed to escape to the other side of the bay in a dinghy, landing with just enough time to rent a carriage and horses before hearing the sound of The Weasel and his men, who had had to come around the long way. The Germans headed West, with the Bostonians in furious pursuit. soon the city had been left far behind, and by midnight so had the pursuers; Dieter Dudel decided that it was safe for him and his men to stop and sleep until daybreak. When they awoke, they found that they were in a beautiful landscape of low, forested mountains and pleasant fields, warmed by the brilliant morning sun and serenaded by an entrancing variety of birds. Here, Dudel thought, her is where I will build my colony. The immigrants continued down the road at a leisurely pace until they came upon a little church, all by itself in the countryside, from which there suddenly emanated the sounds of a pipe organ. At this point, the temptation to quote from P.U. Bach's letter to P.D.Q. cannot be resisted: They went inside and, after listening to the glorious music for a while, introduced themselves to the organist. And who do you think it was? Are you ready for this -- it was your old man! Hey, no kidding -- you know, I'm sure, that your father was the guy to get when it came to testing new organs, and whoever had that one in Massachusetts built offered old Sebastian a tidy sum to go over there and check it out. The unexpected meeting with J.S. Bach and his sponsors was interrupted by the sound of horse hooves, as the dreaded Wiesel and his men thundered on to the scene. They had been riding all night, however, and they were no spring chickens to start with, and as soon as they reached the church they all dropped, exhausted, to the ground. The elated Germans rang the church bells and offered to buy everyone a beer at the nearest tavern. There they were taught, and joined in singing, what might be called the national anthem of the New World. The melody of this pre-revolutionary patriotic song is still remembered (P.D.Q. Bach quotes it, in the bass instruments, near the end of the overture), but is words are now all but forgotten: Freedom, of thee we sing, Freedom e'er is our goal; Death to the English King, Long live Rock and Ross. The striking paucity of biographical references to Johann Sebastian Bah during the year 1712 can now be explained: he was abroad for a significant part of that year, testing organs in the British Colonies. That this revelation has not been accepted as fact by the musicological establishment is no surprise, since it means that a lot of books would have to be rewritten. The members of that establishment haven't even accepted the existence of P.D.Q. Bach, one of whose major works the 1712 Overture certainly is. It is also a work that shows Tchaikowsky up as the shameless plagiarizer that some of us have always known he was. The discovery of this awesome opus was made possible by a Boston Pops Centennial Research Commission; the first modern performance took place at the opening concert of the 100th anniversary season of that orchestra, under the exciting but authentic direction of John Williams.

Orchestra

SKU: PR.41641576L

For Really Big Orchestra. Composed by PDQ Bach. Edited by Peter Schickele. Large Score. With Standard notation. Duration 11 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #416-41576L. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.41641576L).

UPC: 680160636549. 11 x 17 inches.

The 1712 Overture stands out in P.D.Q. Bach's oeuvre for two reasons, among others: it is by far the most programmatic instrumental piece among those by the minimeister of Wein-am-Rhein so far unearthed, and 2) its discovery has led to a revelation about the composer's father, Johann Sebastian Bach, that has exploded like a bombshell on the usually serene musicological landscape. The overture is based on an anecdote told to P.D.Q. Bach by a cousin, Peter Ulrich. Since P.U. Bach lived in Dudeldorf, only a few miles down the road from Wein-am-Rhein, he was P.D.Q.'s closest relative, and he was, in fact, one of the few members of the family who was on speaking terms with P.D.Q. The story, related to P.D.Q. (fortunately for us posterity types) in a letter, may be summarized thus: The town of Dudeldorf was founded by two brothers, Rudi and Dieter Dudel, early in the 18th century. Rudi remained mayor of the newborn burg for the rest of his long life, but Dieter had a dream of starting a musicians' colony, an entire city devoted to music, which dream, he finally decided, could be realized only in the New World. In 1712, he and several other bagpipers sailed to Boston, never to return to Germany. (Henceforth, Rudi became known as der deutscher Dudel and Dieter as the Yankee Dudel). Unfortunately, the head of the Boston Musicians' Guild had gotten wind of Dudel's plans, and Wilhelm Wiesel (pron. VEE-zle), known none too affectionately around town as Wiesel the Weasel, was not about to share what few gigs there were in colonial America with more foreigners and outside agitators. He and his cronies were on hand to meet Dudel's boat when it pulled into Boston Harbor; they intended to prevent the newcomers' disembarkation, but Dudel and his companions managed to escape to the other side of the bay in a dinghy, landing with just enough time to rent a carriage and horses before hearing the sound of The Weasel and his men, who had had to come around the long way. The Germans headed West, with the Bostonians in furious pursuit. soon the city had been left far behind, and by midnight so had the pursuers; Dieter Dudel decided that it was safe for him and his men to stop and sleep until daybreak. When they awoke, they found that they were in a beautiful landscape of low, forested mountains and pleasant fields, warmed by the brilliant morning sun and serenaded by an entrancing variety of birds. Here, Dudel thought, her is where I will build my colony. The immigrants continued down the road at a leisurely pace until they came upon a little church, all by itself in the countryside, from which there suddenly emanated the sounds of a pipe organ. At this point, the temptation to quote from P.U. Bach's letter to P.D.Q. cannot be resisted: They went inside and, after listening to the glorious music for a while, introduced themselves to the organist. And who do you think it was? Are you ready for this -- it was your old man! Hey, no kidding -- you know, I'm sure, that your father was the guy to get when it came to testing new organs, and whoever had that one in Massachusetts built offered old Sebastian a tidy sum to go over there and check it out. The unexpected meeting with J.S. Bach and his sponsors was interrupted by the sound of horse hooves, as the dreaded Wiesel and his men thundered on to the scene. They had been riding all night, however, and they were no spring chickens to start with, and as soon as they reached the church they all dropped, exhausted, to the ground. The elated Germans rang the church bells and offered to buy everyone a beer at the nearest tavern. There they were taught, and joined in singing, what might be called the national anthem of the New World. The melody of this pre-revolutionary patriotic song is still remembered (P.D.Q. Bach quotes it, in the bass instruments, near the end of the overture), but is words are now all but forgotten: Freedom, of thee we sing, Freedom e'er is our goal; Death to the English King, Long live Rock and Ross. The striking paucity of biographical references to Johann Sebastian Bah during the year 1712 can now be explained: he was abroad for a significant part of that year, testing organs in the British Colonies. That this revelation has not been accepted as fact by the musicological establishment is no surprise, since it means that a lot of books would have to be rewritten. The members of that establishment haven't even accepted the existence of P.D.Q. Bach, one of whose major works the 1712 Overture certainly is. It is also a work that shows Tchaikowsky up as the shameless plagiarizer that some of us have always known he was. The discovery of this awesome opus was made possible by a Boston Pops Centennial Research Commission; the first modern performance took place at the opening concert of the 100th anniversary season of that orchestra, under the exciting but authentic direction of John Williams.

Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.45876

Composed by Susan H. Day. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Patriotic. Score and Part(s). 124 pages. Duration 4:10. Highland/Etling #00-45876. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.45876).

UPC: 038081523811. English.

Upon hearing the words Big Sky Country, one typically thinks of the western states; Montana in particular. This piece, however, depicts any place where the sky is vast, the view expansive, and the setting natural. The elements of the music, with sweeping melodic phrases and a few key changes (G, C, D), suggest a spirit of adventure, freedom, the outdoors, and the beauty of the land. This lively piece with melodic parts for all---using slurs, accents, divisi, syncopation, and accidentals---will capture the enthusiasm of players and audience alike! (4:10).

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.29720

Composed by Bob Phillips. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Form: Dance. Folk. Score and Part(s). 124 pages. Duration 3:45. Highland/Etling #00-29720. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.29720).

UPC: 038081329802. English.

A programmatic piece based on the changing character of that vast inland sea, Lake Michigan, this original composition will remind the listener of the folk-based tunes of Holst. Written for a school located near the beaches, the music reflects the serene mornings, days of large waves and the spectacularly brilliant sunsets. The majestic finish reflects the wonder of a sky full of fire as the sun sets. (3:45).

Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.45876S

Composed by Susan H. Day. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Patriotic. Score. 16 pages. Duration 4:10. Highland/Etling #00-45876S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.45876S).

UPC: 038081523828. English.

Upon hearing the words Big Sky Country, one typically thinks of the western states; Montana in particular. This piece, however, depicts any place where the sky is vast, the view expansive, and the setting natural. The elements of the music, with sweeping melodic phrases and a few key changes (G, C, D), suggest a spirit of adventure, freedom, the outdoors, and the beauty of the land. This lively piece with melodic parts for all was arranged by Susan H. Day. It uses slurs, accents, divisi, syncopation, and accidentals, and will capture the enthusiasm of players and audience! (4:10).

Orchestra

SKU: SU.91580100

For Orchestra. Composed by Steven Mercurio. Vocal/Choral, Opera. CD (Audio). Subito Music Corporation #91580100. Published by Subito Music Corporation (SU.91580100).

A Grateful Tail - Movement by Movement Siriusly, Dog Star Sirius, the brightest star in the night sky, has been used by travelers and navigators for thousands of years as a guiding star and so it is here as the opening movement for the symphony. Sirius, the cornerstone to the constellation Canis Maggiore or Big Dog sits at the foot of Orion, the hunter, leading the way. Highly cinematic, the movement evokes both a musical and visual sense of the mythological and mysterious elements of Sirius and its Dog Godstar secrets. From the clarion call of the opening, Sirius theme, the sound is buoyant and frisky emulating the nature of doggy playtime. Puppy pleasures abound as a doggy four-step, my turn on the traditional American two-step dance, is introduced. The movement transforms into an actual orchestrated frolic of small, large and medium dog barks beginning with the winds (smaller dogs) and ultimately, the big dog, brass. The movement climaxes with the coda or, Dog Park, where the winds and the brass bark and play together over the, doggy ostinato four-step rhythm, culminating with the final call of the Sirius theme. Let Sleeping Dogs Lie, Peacefully It's all in a dog's day and life. Tranquility presides over this supremely gentle, intermezzo-like movement. After a day of play, every dog needs rest. Let Sleeping Dogs Lie, is a lyrical andante inspired by the profound serenity and beauty of a dog at rest. The Last Will and Testament of Silverdene Emblem O'Neill Based on a powerful piece of prose written by the American playwright, Eugene O'Neill this text was intended as a consolation piece for Carlotta, his wife, who had become grief-stricken over the loss of their beloved dog, the Dalmatian known as Blemie.Written for a singing actor who personifies the role of Blemie, a dog at the end of his life, the movement plays like a one act, musical drama as we follow Blemie through a wonderfully three-dimensional, emotional and psychological journey writing his Last Will and Testament, for those who have loved him. Wagging the Tail: Ossia Fido's Lament A life-affirming rumba/samba using Blemie's final words from O'Neill's text, this final movement employs the most unique American musical invention, the gospel choir. In order to make the dances come alive, this movement also calls upon the colors of a rhythm section. Creating the spirit of an Irish Funeral, the movement is a joyful and revival-like celebration of a dog's life as its spirit lives on forever in the hearts and minds of dog lovers everywhere. Remember Me, remember me! My spirit is wagging a grateful tail. Published by: Subito Music Publishing Release Date: July 9, 2013.

By Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov (1844-1908). Arranged by Richard Meyer. Orchestra. Full Orchestra; Masterworks; Part(s); Score. Highland First Philharmonic. Form: Transcription. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Grade 2. 202 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

(Russian Song). By Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov (1844-1908). Arranged by Victor López. Orchestra. Full Orchestra; Masterworks; Part(s); Score. Belwin Concert Full Orchestra. Form: Transcription. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Grade 4. 232 pages. Published by Belwin Music

Orchestra

SKU: HL.14023201

Composed by Erik Norby. Music Sales America. Classical. Score. Composed 2002. 48 pages. Edition Wilhelm Hansen #WH29353. Published by Edition Wilhelm Hansen (HL.14023201).

ISBN 9788759860250. International (more than one language).

Orchestr ation: 3(pic)(2afl).+ pic.3+ca.3+bcl.3+cbn/6.4. 4.1/timp.perc/hp/pf/str THE RAINBOW SNAKE is an Indian legend about how the rainbow came into being. It is said that a snake heard the Indians grieving over a very long drought and the unfruitfulness of the land, so it wound itself into a ball and wasthrown high into the air. It unwound itself again and grew longer and longer until b And since then - every time it rains while the sun is shining - the snake has stretched its supple body across the sky.

(Full Score). By Irving Berlin. Arranged by Bruce Healey. For Full Orchestra (Score). Symphony Pops. Grade 5-6. 106 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

Orchestra

SKU: BT.PWM8821

Composed by Mieczyslaw Karlowicz. Classical. Score Only. 248 pages. Polskie Wydawnictwo Muzyczne #PWM8821. Published by Polskie Wydawnictwo Muzyczne (BT.PWM8821).

Work on this piece began in the spring of 1899 durng Kar owiczs studies in Berlin and he finished it after graduating and returning home in June 1902. Its premiere took place on March 21, 1903 in Berlin, and the Polish premiere on April 7, 1903 in Lviv. The symphony has a classic, four-movement structure, but in terms of architecture it is much closer to symphonic poems. It consists of the movements: 1. Andante. Allegro 2. Andante non troppo 3. Vivace 4. Allegro maestoso. ''In terms of orchestration and instrumentation technique it represents Kar owiczs early, academic period. The composer still used double wind enriched with piccolo flute, unlike in his later orchestral works the symphonic poems. The orchestration of the work indicates that the composer was guided by Tchaikovskys symphonic model. Kar owicz here still willingly operates with various sound blocks of entire instrumental groups, treating them in a choral manner, with tight chordal pillars'' (Leszek Polony). Before the Polish premiere the composer gave a comprehensive literary programme of the work in the Lviv newspaper S owo Polskie, in which he referred to each consecutive movement of the Symphony. In his last words he wrote, ''We hear a hymn of revival, at first quiet and sweet, then wider and wider, and fuller. Already the time has come; to hear the fanfare. Only one more step! And although the spirits fall again in doubt, we hear a powerful and solemn hymn of rebirth.''.

Orchestra (Score) - Grade 4

SKU: HL.14027994

Composed by Poul Ruders. Music Sales America. Classical. Set. 86 pages. Edition Wilhelm Hansen #WH29830. Published by Edition Wilhelm Hansen (HL.14027994).

ISBN 9788759864593.

New York is the city which fascinates and inspires Ruders. Time and again he goes back there to work. 'Manhattan Abstraction' (1982) subtitles - a symphonic skyline for large orchestra - was conceived there. Ruders' Brittish colleague Oliver Knussen defines the piece as: - a performance of an extraordinary Morden-Times-like construction. It is a sort of symphonic sculpture, which in the composer's own words words propels forth from one particular inspiration: the New York profile, as seen from Liberty Island, one icy cold January day with it's open, clear sky and dazzling sun light. 'Manhatten Abstraction' appears as an amalgam of some of the compositorical habits found in present pieces. For instance, are present here compositorical ideas and melodic loans from 'Capriccio Pian'e Forte', 2nd String Quartet(1979), 'Four Compositions' (1980), and 2nd Piano Sonata(1982). The question at hand is mainly concerned with the enhanced elaboration of Ruders' use of the classic English change-ringing system: a permuting method pre-determining the order of tone-appearances and /or tone groups; a serial technique in other words. In spite of the rigidly fixed material, Ruders somehow manages to chisel out a personal expression by way of emphasising contrasting elements already existing within the material itself. The spiky, repetitive sections form a counterpart to a more human violin-solo. This dialectical tension is - as hinted by the title - a symphonic abstraction of a fascinating metropolis; the most beautiful and the ugliest. The subtitle: a symphonic skyline reflects the musical erection of the Manhattan profile, which under the clear sky, materializes into the most powerful and compelling man-made sculpture on earth. Thus 'Manhattan Abstraction' is a homage to, as well as a vision of, this giant contraption of concrete, glass, and chrome.

String Quartet String Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.36-52703425

Composed by Sheila Sandys-Wunsch. Performance Music Ensemble; Quartet; String Quartet. Ludwig Masters. Score. LudwigMasters Publications #36-52703425. Published by LudwigMasters Publications (AP.36-52703425).

ISBN 9781628761757. UPC: 679360720424. English.

Experience adventures in 3rd position for Violin 1 with experimentation in easy flat keys, 6/8 time and mixed meters!  With thematic material in all parts, this set is a technique-builder for intermediate players.  The score is included with the parts.  Contents: Skye Boat Song, Marie's Wedding, She's Like the Swallow, Greensleeves, Dashing White Sergeant, Amazing Grace, Blow the Wind Southerly, Country Dance, Hornpipe, In a Manger He is Lying, Zither Carol.

These products are currently being prepared by a new publisher. While many items are ready and will ship on time, some others may see delays of several months.

Orchestra string orchestra

SKU: AP.36-A597301

Composed by Alexander Borodin. Arranged by Lucas Drew. Performance Music Ensemble; String Orchestra. Edwin F. Kalmus. Form: Transcription. Romantic. Score. LudwigMasters Publications #36-A597301. Published by LudwigMasters Publications (AP.36-A597301).

UPC: 660355054716. English.

Alexander Borodin's (1834-1887) STRING QUARTET No. 2 was composed during the summer of 1881, possibly at the country home of his composer friend, Nikolay Lodizhensky, and was dedicated to Borodin's wife, Katharina.  The third movement is the popular "Nocturne".  The integrity of the phrasing and articulation of the urtext edition has been respected in this string orchestra version, arranged by Lucas Drew.

These products are currently being prepared by a new publisher. While many items are ready and will ship on time, some others may see delays of several months.

Orchestra string orchestra

SKU: AP.36-A597302

Composed by Alexander Borodin. Arranged by Lucas Drew. Performance Music Ensemble; String Orchestra. Edwin F. Kalmus. Form: Transcription. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score and Part(s). LudwigMasters Publications #36-A597302. Published by LudwigMasters Publications (AP.36-A597302).

UPC: 660355003684. English.

Alexander Borodin's (1834-1887) STRING QUARTET No. 2 was composed during the summer of 1881, possibly at the country home of his composer friend, Nikolay Lodizhensky, and was dedicated to Borodin's wife, Katharina.  The third movement is the popular "Nocturne".  The integrity of the phrasing and articulation of the urtext edition has been respected in this string orchestra version, arranged by Lucas Drew.

These products are currently being prepared by a new publisher. While many items are ready and will ship on time, some others may see delays of several months.

Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.46723

Composed by Todd Parrish. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Programmatic. Score and Part(s). 62 pages. Highland/Etling #00-46723. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.46723).

UPC: 038081532394. English.

Reflecting the beauty and grace of clouds passing by, this very easy work gives young students a chance to explore the full range of the key of G major. Sky Islands, a grade 1 piece by Todd Parrish, includes staccato quarter notes contrasted by half notes and slurred eighth notes to reinforce beginning level rhythms. Interesting dynamic changes from piano to forte enhance the mood, while melodies and counter-melodies flow through all parts. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.46723S

Composed by Todd Parrish. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Highland/Etling String Orchestra. Score. 8 pages. Highland/Etling #00-46723S. Published by Highland/Etling (AP.46723S).

UPC: 038081532400. English.

Reflecting the beauty and grace of clouds passing by, this very easy work gives young students a chance to explore the full range of the key of G major. Sky Islands, a grade 1 piece by Todd Parrish, includes staccato quarter notes contrasted by half notes and slurred eighth notes to reinforce beginning level rhythms. Interesting dynamic changes from piano to forte enhance the mood, while melodies and counter-melodies flow through all parts. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 4

SKU: AP.38450S

Russian Song. Composed by Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov. Arranged by Victor Lopez. Full Orchestra; Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Concert Full Orchestra. Form: Transcription. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score. 28 pages. Belwin Music #00-38450S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.38450S).

UPC: 038081432366. English.

A full orchestra transcription of this brilliant Russian tone poem that features a new introduction and simplifications, yet maintains the feel of the original. Perfect for contest or festival!

By Samuel R. Hazo. (Score & Parts). MusicWorks Grade 1. Concert Band. Score and full set of parts. Size 9x12 inches. Published by Hal Leonard.

By Ralph Matesky. For Violin II. String Orchestra Method/Supplement. Book. 24 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.44796

Melodious Ups and Downs. Composed by Steven H. Brook. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Novelty. Score and Part(s). 72 pages. Duration 2:00. Belwin Music #00-44796. Published by Belwin Music (AP.44796).

UPC: 038081517254. English.

The perfect technical piece for developing tone, listening skills, string crossings, smooth bow changes, and independence; as well as celebrating beautiful days at a park as melodies and dynamics move up and down between sections, as on a seesaw.

The lines of music that the various instruments have weave up and down across each other as friendships weave throughout our lives. Imagine a leisurely day at the park, perhaps on a seesaw, and ponder this poem by the composer, Steven H. Brook.

While pleasant breezes grace the sky, and clouds of joy drift gently by, our friendship bonds, we learn to play---and now, with you, we share today. (2:00).

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.44796S

Melodious Ups and Downs. Composed by Steven H. Brook. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Novelty. Score. 8 pages. Duration 2:00. Belwin Music #00-44796S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.44796S).

UPC: 038081517261. English.

The perfect technical piece for developing tone, listening skills, string crossings, smooth bow changes, and independence; as well as celebrating beautiful days at a park as melodies and dynamics move up and down between sections, as on a seesaw.

The lines of music that the various instruments have weave up and down across each other as friendships weave throughout our lives. Imagine a leisurely day at the park, perhaps on a seesaw, and ponder this poem by the composer, Steven H. Brook.

While pleasant breezes grace the sky, and clouds of joy drift gently by, our friendship bonds, we learn to play---and now, with you, we share today. (2:00).

By Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov. Arranged by Richard Meyer. By Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov / arr. Richard Meyer. For Full Orchestra. Full Orchestra. First Philharmonic. Level: Grade 2.5. Conductor Score and Parts. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Ralph Matesky. For Cello. String Orchestra Method/Supplement. Book. 24 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Ralph Matesky. String Orchestra Method/Supplement. Book. 96 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Ralph Matesky. For Bass. String Orchestra Method/Supplement. Book. 24 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.38418S

Composed by Keith Sharp. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Folk; Light Concert. Score. 16 pages. Belwin Music #00-38418S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.38418S).

UPC: 038081434582. English.

The sense of yearning associated with the return to one's homeland resonates through this charming Celtic-style folk fiddle tune. The varied meters will stretch the students, yet all parts remain in 1st position with the exception of some 2nd and 3rd position for the first violins. All sections take a turn with the melodies in a wide variety of bowing styles.