Escape Bela Bartok"Escape", composed by Kevin Sluder, is an exciting rhythmic journey in B minor. A recurring motif is introduced in the cello and bass parts and is eventually passed around to every section. This allows the director to teach the line to all sections simultaneously. Contrasting the simple opening statements are an imitative pizzicato middle section, and also the original motive getting overlaid upon itself in imitation, further heightening the intensity
this piece will have your students delighting in the aural treats and clever idiomatic writing the composer's imagination has unfolded
Pay close attention to the various dynamic contrasts in the work to produce a more effective and musical performance
It can be performed by strings alone
Hoist the sails and cast off with this rollicking hornpipe dance for strings and optional piano by Christopher Wheeler
A truly unique and exciting new work for string orchestra
This work may be performed any of three ways: orchestra with solo electric violin
As the piece uses no bowings and only open strings
Prince Edward Island
and double bass carry the "Jingle Bells" melody
helping make "Restful River Rondo" a unique piece your students will enjoy
they will be having fun and playing this music well in just a few short rehearsals
This allows the director to teach the line to all sections simultaneously
