The study of string instruments should include ensemble playing at the earliest possible stage. There is much to be gained from the playing of duets. Each player learns how to listen to the other, and in a short time develops an awareness of balance, musical phrasing, intonation, and tone quality. This type of training is excellent preparation for participation in large groups. These four volumes of duets for two violins will help fill the need for early ensemble experience in the public schools. They should be used in string classes as a supplement to any of the standard string methods. They will also encourage music making outside of the school, with parents or with other students. These duets are ideal for recitals in the public schools and in public school festivals. They may be played by two performers, or by multiple performers on each part, with or without piano accompaniment.

The study of string instruments should include ensemble playing at the earliest possible stage. There is much to be gained from the playing of duets. Each player learns how to listen to the other, and in a short time develops an awareness of balance, musical phrasing, intonation, and tone quality. This type of training is excellent preparation for participation in large groups. These four volumes of duets for two violins will help fill the need for early ensemble experience in the public schools. They should be used in string classes as a supplement to any of the standard string methods. They will also encourage music making outside of the school, with parents or with other students. These duets are ideal for recitals in the public schools and in public school festivals. They may be played by two performers, or by multiple performers on each part, with or without piano accompaniment.

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The study of string instruments should include ensemble playing at the earliest possible stage. There is much to be gained from the playing of duets. Each player learns how to listen to the other, and in a short time develops an awareness of balance, musical phrasing, intonation, and tone quality. This type of training is excellent preparation for participation in large groups. These four volumes of duets for two violins will help fill the need for early ensemble experience in the public schools. They should be used in string classes as a supplement to any of the standard string methods. They will also encourage music making outside of the school, with parents or with other students. These duets are ideal for recitals in the public schools and in public school festivals. They may be played by two performers, or by multiple performers on each part, with or without piano accompaniment.

The study of string instruments should include ensemble playing at the earliest possible stage. There is much to be gained from the playing of duets. Each player learns how to listen to the other, and in a short time develops an awareness of balance, musical phrasing, intonation, and tone quality. This type of training is excellent preparation for participation in large groups. These should be used in string classes as a supplement to any of the standard string methods. They will also encourage music making outside of the school, with parents or with other students. These duets are ideal for recitals in the public schools and in public school festivals. They may be played by two performers, or by multiple performers on each part, with or without piano accompaniment.

More Folk Strings is a collection of melodies from around the world, in a variety of moods and with rhythmic patterns and harmonies that are representative of their country of origin. Because of the flexible scoring used in More Folk Strings, players at a variety of levels can make music together and less experienced players can play the solo (melody) parts, which use little or no shifting and are in accessible keys. Some pieces in the collection are easier than others. The collection is available in a number of instrumentations for string quartet or string orchestra, for violin ensemble, viola ensemble, cello ensemble, for two, three, or four violin, viola or cello players in any combination of these instruments, and for solo violin, solo viola, and solo cello. The piano accompaniment may be used with any of the combinations. In More Folk Strings for String Quartet or String Orchestra, the melody is passed around so that all members of the ensemble can have the opportunity to play the tune. Score and parts are marked with "melody" and "harmony" to help players bring out the melody at the appropriate moment. Teachers' notes provide lyrics and background information on each folk song in addition to rehearsal and performance suggestions.

The best description for this arrangement with piano accompaniment comes from the arranger's own markings: "Beginning slowly in 3," the soloist introduces the melody in a thoughtful rubato style. Carried through "moving, but still sedate" to "faster and heroically," this hymn of resounding faith intensifies to a thrilling climax. This moving rendition is an excellent choice for that special musical moment during your worship service.

Professional quartets, advanced school ensembles, and string orchestras will enjoy the pieces included in this new chamber music series. The first book in the series includes highlights of classical repertoire, perfectly set for a wedding, ensemble festival or any concert event. Whether it's a professional string quartet playing a gig, or a high school group getting ready for ensemble festival, or amateurs gathering to play for fun, all will be satisfied with Classic String Quartets for Festivals, Weddings and All Occasions on their stands. Here's a collection loaded with masterpieces from the string quartet literature, plus arrangements of other familiar works. Skillfully arranged and edited by Andrew H. Dabczynski, this volume offers intermediate to advanced players a wide variety of musical choices. Optional bass and piano parts allow maximum flexibility. A must-have for every string ensemble library!

All the part books in this collection contain the melody plus one of three harmony parts, making the arrangements very versatile and suitable for many combinations of instruments. These pieces may be performed by band or orchestra as well as a multitude of smaller ensembles. For example, a woodwind choir will work alone as will a brass choir or a string quartet. Duets may be performed by combining any instruments with parts 1 and 2, and trios may be performed by any combination of instruments that include parts 1, 2 and 3.An interesting concert can be created using just the arrangements in this collection by interspersing full ensemble performances with duets and trios. If your performance venue allows, place the smaller ensembles at various places around the audience or in a balcony.

From the classics to the hits of today, these timeless tunes are now available as easy arrangements for flute, clarinet, alto sax, tenor sax, trumpet, horn in F, and trombone. All wind instrument arrangements are fully compatible and can be successfully performed as ensembles or solos. A fully orchestrated accompaniment CD is provided, featuring each song as a live performance demo track followed by a play-along track. Titles include: Boulevard of Broken Dreams; Celebration; My Immortal; Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye; New Soul; Old Time Rock & Roll; Open Arms; (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction; Smooth; Stairway to Heaven; Take It Easy and You and Me.