By Mekel Rogers
Snap Clap Swing by Mekel Rogers (FJH)
Grade 1
Publisher : FJH Music Company
Teach students about swing with this fun original work based on the 12-bar blues. Orchestrated to work with bands of all sizes, this clever chart features snapping and clapping by all musicians in the band. Guaranteed to be a student favorite!
Get ready to have some fun with this energetic western-style romp! Showcasing a melody that weaves its way through every section, the piece also makes use of open string drones and syncopated rhythms, bringing the country-style flair to life. Outstanding and infectious! (2:30)
Father Grumble for String Orchestra, American Folk Song (Grade 2.5) arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle
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)
Composer Benjamin R. Hanby
Arranger Timothy Loest
Publisher FJH Music Company
Series FJH Beginning Strings
Stock Code ST6478
Composer Richard Wagner
Arranger Robert D. McCashin
Publisher FJH Music Company
Series FJH String Orchestra
Stock Code ST6467
