

Striking Gold & Le Festival (level 1-1.5)
Composed by Tasmanian composer and violinist Michael J Stocks
Double score set including backing CD
Striking Gold (D Major): This piece opens with a bold theme and strong bass line, before breaking into a second joyous theme which is brightened by the bongo drum percussion featured on the accompanying backing CD.
Le Festival (D Major): A majestic piece in 3/4 time. ‘Le Festival’ will be enjoyed by audience and ensemble members alike.
Parts include:
Pleyel, a renowned musician and entrepreneur in early 19th century Paris, wrote a beautiful piece for two violins in the late Classical style. The piece follows the sonata form and features a brooding first theme contrasted with an impish second theme played in staccato quavers. The movement ends with a lively duel between the violins, adding vibrancy and passion to the piece. Your orchestra will love it!
For String Orchestra Grade 3.5
This work by Hanno Haag features complex and simple harmonies between the Violin and Viola parts.