Par DOBBINS BILL. A medley of What Child Is This? (Greensleeves), The First Noel, and God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen is developed through fresh and colorful harmonic variations. The chromatic harmonies and changes in tempo and meter provide challenging material through which to develop the skills of basic musicianship and interpretation. The music is not technically difficult, and should be well within the grasp of intermediate to advanced ensembles from high school to professional levels. The rhythmic idioms are lively and expressive, and each instrument is featured in both solo and ensemble roles./ Répertoire / Sextuor à Cordes

This lively piece by Susan Day, written in G minor and D minor, reinforces many skills, such as executing slurs at a fast tempo and playing flats and accidentals in tune, to achieve the characteristic flavor of Russian music. Interesting parts for all, with lovely melodies and captivating harmonies throughout, this will be a welcome addition to any concert setting! (3:30) / Orchestre A Cordes

Cette oeuvre créée en 1955 est une des pièces plus enrichissantes et accessibles de la littérature contemporaine pour orchestre à cordes. L'équilibre entre la simplicité technique et effet musical et tonal est même dans tous les mouvements. C'est probablement une des principales raisons du succès de cette pièce. / Orchestre A Cordes