

"The Winter Waltz and the Calypso Jive are two very different works. The Winter Waltz is a delicate and melancholic piece, while the Calypso Jive is a lively and upbeat work based on an infectious rhythm that will have everyone tapping their toes!"
For String Orchestra Grade 1.5
The contrast between the two works couldn't be more striking! The Winter Waltz evokes a sense of longing and nostalgia with its delicate yet poignant melody, which is played by different sections of the ensemble. It's a beautiful and melancholic piece that captures the wistful beauty of winter.
In contrast, the Calypso Jive is a vibrant and lively work based on a catchy and infectious syncopated rhythm. It's impossible to resist the urge to tap your toes to the beat of this upbeat and cheerful piece.
These two works offer a stark contrast in mood and tone, but they both showcase the versatility and virtuosity of the orchestra. Whether you're in the mood for a heart-wrenching melody or a lively rhythm, you're sure to be captivated by these two works.
For String Orchestra Grade 1.5
This piece has three movements that explore different aspects of heat. It uses various techniques, such as pizzicato, legato melodies, staccato quarter notes, and double eighth notes, which are easy to manage for young players. It's a fun piece for any occasion!
1. Sparks
2. Smoke
3. Fire
For String Orchestra Grade 1
Pleyel, a renowned musician and entrepreneur in early 19th century Paris, wrote a beautiful piece for two violins in the late Classical style. The piece follows the sonata form and features a brooding first theme contrasted with an impish second theme played in staccato quavers. The movement ends with a lively duel between the violins, adding vibrancy and passion to the piece. Your orchestra will love it!
For String Orchestra Grade 3.5
Beijing's summer gardens are a wondrous place for a nocturnal stroll. "Jasmine Nights" and "Dragon Fire" are two musical pieces that capture the essence of the city's beauty and excitement.
1. Jasmine Nights
2. Dragon Fire
For String Orchestra Grade 1.5
Arcangelo Corelli (1653 - 1713) was a Baroque composer who set the standard for musical composition in his time. This piece is based on the last of his opus five violin sonatas, which includes twenty-four variations on the Spanish melody "La Follia". The arrangement presents five variations after the theme is introduced, with each upper-string section playing the tune fully against Corelli's original figurations. The main theme returns in an opulent manner.
For String Orchestra Grade 3
This piece for lower intermediate string orchestra features familiar sea shanties. All orchestra sections share the melody, making it dynamic and effective for nautical music lovers.
For String Orchestra Grade 2
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