
Storm By Soon Hee Newbold (FJH)
Storm for String Orchestra (Grade 1.5) by Soon Hee Newbold
(Opus 10, No. 5 / Cannabich 50)'
Composer: Christian Cannabich
Arranger: Robert D. McCashin
Publisher: FJH Music Company
Series: FJH String Orchestra
Stock Code: ST6468
Cannabich was a contemporary of Mozart and Director of the famed Mannheim Court Orchestra, reputed at the time to be the best and most famous orchestra in all of Europe. The first movement of this particular symphony is filled with great drama and wonderful music. This arrangement is incredibly fun to play, exciting to hear, and full of teachable moments. (4:30)
Storm for String Orchestra (Grade 1.5) by Soon Hee Newbold
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)
Arranger Timothy Loest
Publisher FJH Music Company
Series FJH Beginning Strings
Stock Code ST6466
Composer: Hector Berlioz
Arranger: Robert D. McCashin
Publisher: FJH Music Company
Series: FJH String Orchestra
Stock Code: ST6463
Silent Night for String Orchestra (Arr. by Eric Morales, Grade 4)