An energetic and spooky scherzo in g minor, this is a great piece for teaching the key of g minor to a young orchestra. It features a melody based on a scale in broken thirds with short, fast bow strokes. All the instruments get the melody and the double basses get lots of interesting material. Some shifting to 3rd position for first violin and bass is included, as well as 2nd position for cello. Perfect for developing trills, dynamics and bow distribution, it also includes several poco ritards and fermatas for teaching tempo changes. This is wonderful fun - a shining, creative program piece!