

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!
The vivid imagery of "little critters" scurrying about at night inspires the melodic lines and creative harmonies used throughout this programmatic work. Beginning soft and mischievous, the music builds as new critters join the fun in a playful dialogue. The harmonic language moves between moments of pleasant consonance and slight dissonance (because as we all know, some people love little critters and some people are terrified of them!). A highly imaginative, playable work! (Grade 1, Dur 2:15)
Dance of the Tumblers by Rimsky-Korsakov, arr. Bob Lipton Gr2.5
Composer Joseph Haydn
Arranger Carrie Lane Gruselle
Publisher FJH Music Company
Series FJH Developing Strings
Stock Code ST6476