This lovely German song offers the opportunity to teach compound meter, isolating excerpts collaterally with rhythmic exercises, and working on smooth string crossings. Extended positions are featured...
Enjoy this lovely transcription from the time of the late Renaissance and early Baroque eras. Sure to delight audiences while bringing an English piece that is heard less frequently to your students.
This original composition is a study in contrasts fueled by relentless rhythmic propulsion. All sections have a chance to be featured as well as accompany. This piece will sharpen your group's ensembl...
In an animated and spirited showcase, the concertino group is challenged to show what they can do with a number of vividly contrasting styles. Solo parts are provided for violin, viola or violin 2, an...
One of the most well-known folk songs of China, yet less so elsewhere, this piece describes the beauty of a stream as it moves across the terrain, flowing quickly, flowing slowly, moving quietly, and...
Both joyous and playful as the title indicates, this snappy composition crackles with life and 'what's next?' moments. Get ready to syncopate and play off the string! Inspired by Haydn's brand of musi...
Here is an ideal way to introduce young string players to simple, yet endlessly fascinating Baroque variation technique. Above a stately bass line appears a series of contrasting textures, each requir...
The perfect code, or blueprint, for an enjoyable, playable, musical work! Everyone plays the tune, as well as the recurring motif. Add a touch of percussion to this calypso and you'll be able to repli...
Written to recognize the indigenous peoples in this nation, the haunting melody captures the many trials they have encountered. The 'heartbeat' is reminiscent of the American Indian drum, and the enti...
Explore the pirate's code! Set in G major, this piece is full of driving, staccato, dark melodies while including sections of beautiful, legato melodies that will challenge students to change gears. Y...
