SKU: MH.1-59913-059-9
ISBN 9781599130590.
SKU: AP.40458S
UPC: 038081454177. English.
The melodies of Tchaikovsky's celebrated ballets are beloved worldwide, and no more so than this famous waltz. In this Romantic-era masterpiece, young string students will discover beautiful musical figures with rhythms, bowings, and fingerings achievable even by students in their first year of study. All sections have interesting parts; however, the firsts are featured. More advanced students will also find the arrangement fulfilling and motivational. This is a selection that will enhance any string orchestra concert program at any time of the year. This title is available in Music Prodigy.
SKU: AP.40448S
UPC: 038081456287. English.
A lovely transcription, this reduction allows the advanced orchestra or community orchestra to experience Tchaikovsky's masterpiece in about half the duration of the original. A must for any library! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: FJ.ST6496
UPC: 241444413760. English.
This spectacular arrangement features four movements from Tchaikovsky's famous Album for the Young. Opening with the endearing Morning Prayer, the piece then moves into the lighthearted waltz, The Hurdy-Gurdy Man. The beautiful Sweet Dream sets the stage for the delightful last movement, March of the Wooden Soldiers. Remarkably faithful to the original while also quite accessible to younger students! (6:30).
About FJH Developing Strings
Slightly more advanced than Beginning Strings, this series begins to involve more position work and a slightly more complex rhythmic figures. Rehearsal piano is often provided. Ideal for middle school and smaller high school programs. Grade 2 - 2.5
SKU: FJ.ST6496S
English.
This spectacular arrangement features four movements from Tchaikovsky's famous Album for the Young. Opening with the endearing Morning Prayer, the piece then moves into the lighthearted waltz, The Hurdy-Gurdy Man. The beautiful Sweet Dream sets the stage for the delightful last movement, March of the Wooden Soldiers. Remarkably faithful to the original while also quite accessible to younger students!
SKU: AP.38470S
UPC: 038081436746. English.
For over 100 years, audiences have left concert halls happily humming this lovely tune. The stirring rhythms and melodies of one of the world's greatest Romantic compositions are achievable even after the first year of study. More advanced students will find the arrangement fulfilling and motivational as they delight in its rich harmonies and signature hooked bowing pattern. A great opener or closer! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: FJ.B1521S
Ever wonder what The Nutcracker would have been like had Tchaikovsky had a vacation home in Jamaica? This musical mash up will answer that very question! Drawing from Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy as well as the traditional Jamaican tune Sweet Sugar Plum, this fun Reggae chart lets your percussion section shine in a fun and colorful atmosphere. Set up your lounge chair and enjoy!
About FJH Developing Band
Slightly more advanced than beginning band. Clarinet 1 begins to play over the break. Rhythms and ranges are expanded to accommodate the end of first-year as well as second-year instruction. Grade 1.5
