Jarvela, First Concert (Grade 0.5-1)

First Concert for String Orchestra by Timothy Jarvela

Level 0.5-1 Collection of beginner pieces. Piano part essenal to carry the early learners. Russian – open strings, marching steps at B (while piano shows off) followed by solo violinist (could use advanced students or teacher).Harmonic Rock – there are two versions. Open G, with G harmonics. Students then can move to tricky version learning leQ hand movement from open G to harmonic G to fingered G. Where the Wind Blows – very expressive piece (for 2nd year of learning). Left hand pizzicato, legato arco, 1st/2nd me bars. Use of C natural in cello part (unison). D Grade Primary School