

Voyage of the Dragon Armada (The Maritime Expeditions of Zheng He) by Loest (FJH)
Voyage of the Dragon Armada (The Maritime Expeditions of Zheng He) by Timothy Loest
Grade 0.5
Publisher: FJH Music Company
This gripping work depicts the epic voyages of China’s great naval Admiral Zheng He who commanded 250 ships and 28,000 men a century before Columbus set sail for the New World. Experience a captivating pentatonic melody immersed in vivid orchestration and colorful percussion writing. An exceptional choice for your next concert and a perfect launch pad to multicultural discovery.
Father Grumble for String Orchestra, American Folk Song (Grade 2.5) arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle
Contemporary and fresh, this energetic romp is shrouded in a sense of excitement and anticipation. Highly rhythmic with a pop flair, the melody combines with an infectious rhythmic groove and hip bass line to keep everything driving forward. A rousing ensemble ending pulls out all the stops - a sure crowd pleaser! (3:45)
| Composer | Brian Balmages |
|---|---|
| Publisher | FJH Music Company |
| Series | FJH String Orchestra |
| Stock Code | ST6474 |
Queenslanders will likely appreciate this fresh and cheerful "winter" piece from Florida, sure to bring some cheer to your audience. Optional percussion parts pair with tuneful melodies to give this work a unique charm that is both engaging and challenging. A perfect addition to your winter concert! (2:00)
Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child
Composer: African-American Spiritual
Arranger: Carrie Lane Gruselle
Publisher: FJH Music Company
Series: FJH String Orchestra
Stock Code: ST6469