Texas UIL String Orchestra Grade 3

This Chinese folk song is used as a blessing for a bountiful harvest and a good year. Folk songs speak to the common person. Hardships and hope abound when we all realize that something as simple as a few

Mozart's effervescent brilliance and perfection of the Classical form are evident in this movement, written in 1775 for wind sextet. The included bowings and fingerings help make this wind piece a natural

This delightful Serenade in D was completed in 1769, when Mozart was a mere 13 years of age (an ideal fact to share with young students)! The first movement, even though composed at such a young age,

This spirited Allegro comes from the overture to Handel's 1738 opera "Serse" (Xerxes). Transposed to D major, this approachable arrangement provides students the opportunity to explore basic

Carefully crafted for string ensemble, this lively movement is adapted from Vivaldi's "Concerto for Two Guitars." In true Vivaldi style, the ensemble is driven by energetic rhythms that make all parts

One of the earliest examples of tone painting, Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons" is a staple of the orchestral repertoire. This energetic movement from Autumn depicts a hunt on a crisp fall morning and

This lively piece comes from Bach's "Orchestral Suite No. 2." Upper strings stay in 1st position making it very accessible to grade 3 groups.

The yearning, Irish-inspired melodies in A Ballad of Inis Mor (pronounced IN-ish more) evoke a sense of quiet reflection. The poignant theme begins in the cello section, rising

The guitar music of Gaspar Sanz retains its popularity to this day. This particular excerpt for string orchestra exudes rhythmic vitality and a fascinating use of hemiola. The Spanish influence gives it a

This short three-movement suite is a fresh addition to string orchestra repertoire. Though all original works, the folk-like melodies provide ample opportunity to explore suite form and the idiomatic style

Taken from one of Handel's celebrated keyboard works, this delightful piece is carefully arranged for strings. While offering ample challenges, it is well suited for teaching a variety of bow strokes and

Following the rhythmically captivating yet lyrical Giusto movement comes a boisterous and lively Allegro. Both movements are drawn from Handel's celebrated Op. 6 collection and provide

This arrangement of the second movement of the "Concerto in D" for Trumpet and Two Oboes is arranged here for Grade 3 groups. Encompassing the typical energetic Baroque style, several inventive contrasting

Originally written for handbell choir, this string orchestra setting uses dorian mode, very catchy melodies, and infectious asymmetric rhythms to create a compelling and memorable listening experience. This

An exhilarating theme is characterized by an angular melodic motif shaped like a true military echelon, forging ahead with courage and ferocity. Heavy accents, driving momentum, and intricate fugue-like

One of Vaughan Williams' most revered works for band and orchestra has been tastefully adapted for strings. This edition includes appropriate key and length adjustments to make this charming suite ideal for

This captivating work is a set of variations on the Pong Lang Dance, one of Thailand's most popular melodies. The pong lang is like a xylophone with its wooden keys suspended vertically on