De Saint-Georges arr. Monday, Allegro Presto from Symphony No. 2 for String Orchestra Grade 2.5-3 (FJH)

Spotlight one of the first known classical composers of African ancestry with this incredible arrangement showcasing the music of De Saint-Georges, a Black contemporary of Mozart. Born the son of a slave and white plantation owner, he became a master fencer, violin virtuoso, conductor and composer. This vibrant and energetic movement from his second symphony is an amazing choice for any program!