Patterns and Positions was created to help intermediate string students gain familiarity with shifting and the upper positions while reinforcing the concepts of key structure and purity of
This string orchestra piece uses eighth, quarter, half, dotted-half, and whole note rhythms in the key of D Major. Tempo and key do not change. Players will encounter dynamic changes, detache bowing,
This string orchestra piece features slurred melodies contrasted with staccato articulations for contrasting effects. The piece remains in first position for all instruments, and the key changes from D
This easy piece for string orchestra builds confidence with many unison rhythms between parts and uncomplicated structure. All sections experience contrasting dynamics, melodic lines in first position, and