Allegro Moderato From Symph. No. 29, Mozart Arr. McCashin (FJH)

Raindrop Serenade for String Orchestra (Grade 1) by Lauren Bernofsky

Feature every section of your orchestra in this swashbuckling piece! Three distinct "pirate" themes are given to the violins, violas, and cellos/basses to allow all players a chance to shine. All seafaring melodies stay in first position with minimal low-two finger patterns and lots of doubling for a big, full sound. Each section takes an adventurous turn into new tonalities before joining forces at the end for a triumphant finale! (Grade 1.5, Dur 2:40)

This arrangement is rich with pedagogical and musical opportunity! Written by a 16-year-old Mozart, it is in Rondo form with distinct key centers to establish hand patterns and excellent intonation. It uses sudden dynamic changes for dramatic effect, reinforces off-the-string bowing, and further develops speed and facility in the left hand. A complete package from the Classical era! (3:45)

By Leo Delibes

Arranged Robert D McCashin

Grade 2.5

Composer George Frideric Handel

Arranger Carrie Lane Gruselle

Publisher FJH Music Company

Series FJH Beginning Strings

Stock Code ST6481