Loreta Fin, Dance Of The Cossacks & Fantasia On Scarborough Fair

Dance of the Cossacks Grade 2.5 - Although this dance is energetic, it mustn’t begin too quickly, to allow for the accelerando in the final section. However, when the ensemble is confident with the rhythms, a more adventurous tempo could be attempted. The off-beats in the 2nd violins and violas need to be short and precise and the bass line very solid. The conductor can decide whether the ensemble uses pizz or col legno at bar 21. It is vital that each section counts very carefully from bar 29. The final bars should be exciting, but remain controlled. Fantasia On Scarborough Fair Grade 2/2.5 - Legato bowing, dotted rhythms and ties are explored in a delightful arrangement of this popular old folk melody. Bow direction needs to be uniform in the upper strings and the 1st violin and cello entries which occur after the dotted crotchet notes or rests must be counted carefully. Dynamics should be well observed throughout the piece.