FAST & FUN for String Orchestra Monday, November 15, 2021
4 Pieces to Play over and over
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recommended by Megan W., Orchestra Specialist
Venom by Erica Donahoe, Grade 1.5
“Venom” is a unique new work for string orchestra by newcomer Erica Donahoe. The piece will be one your students ask to play over and over. Complete with a lyrical section for expressive playing, as well as interesting parts for everyone in the ensemble and accentuated by optional percussion, “Venom” is a winning combination.
Oblivion by Larry Clark, Grade 2.5
This piece is epic, fresh, and cool. Your students will be asking to play this on loop! Great part-writing gives each section something to work towards with lots of opportunity to practice bowing technique as well as pizzicato passages. “Oblivion” is going to fit on any concert program!
Spirited Voyage by Joshua Reznicow, Grade 4
A positive spirit, joyful energy, and a carefree attitude best describe this scherzo! All sections have a lot of action and musical energy utilizing two distinct melodic themes. The opening and primary spirited theme are coupled with an emotional but gorgeous second melody reminiscent of American fiddling ballads. This section features solos for the viola and viola section as well as for violin, cello, and bass. With big sweeping cinematic moments followed by an upbeat and spirited ending, this piece promises to be a unique program choice as an opener or closer.
Enigma by Ben Snoek, Grade 2
This excellent original work opens with a slow and ominous melody in the low strings under a veil of soft tremolos that quickly transitions to a fast and fiery ride propelled by driving rhythms, changing tonalities, and creative harmonic tension. This will keep the audience on the edge of their seats! An excellent opener!
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About the Author:
Megan W., originally from Pittsburgh PA, is happy to call Columbus and Stanton’s Sheet Music “Home.” As a musician, Megan has played in marching and concert bands, youth orchestras, full orchestras, small ensembles, and a few choirs. Her interests include fiddling, reading, writing, martial arts and yoga.