From one of the most important composers of the baroque Tambourin Dance has been adapted for student players in an edition that can be used to teach cut-time dynamic contrast and both legato and spiccato style playing. Dur: 0 0625

You’ll be surprised to know that this great sounding work uses only six notes in all instruments (D-B). The piece has a Renaissance quality to it and includes a lyrical processional theme (at the same tempo) to work on legato playing. An optional tambourine part is included. Brian Balmages’ music has been performed by professional orchestras around the country now you can bring his music into your own concert hall! (2:14)

3 movements from Anna Magdalena Notebook: March in D Musette in D and Polonaise in G minor. '...represents excellent value for money....the movements have been carefully adapted from the original piano version..' Music Teacher Magazine.Grade: 3 - 5

An inventive and accessible pizzicato work for the good beginner bassist looking for something a little different. The three contrasting movements remain in the orchestral register with space for optional improvisation in the third piece. Ideal for any bassist who enjoyed Jazz Sonatine No.1 (RM097 Pizzicato Pieces Book 1) and enjoys playing in a jazzy and rhythmic style. A simple drum beat could be added for extra effect or simply enjoy the great music written with a minimum of fuss or effort. Effective in performance and certainly 'cool'. A great piece for study or recital and a pizzicato work which offers much for performer and audience alike. Enjoy....ABRSM Grade 4 (1st mvt) / Trinity-Guildhall Grade 5 (2nd mvt)2nd movement has been selected for Level 5 and 3rd movement for Level 6 by MTB Exams (www.mtbexams.com)

Teacher Resource Kit-This valuable source of support materials includes lesson plans reproducible student activity pages and much more on CD-ROM. It's all designed to help you get the most out of your Essential Elements experience.Over 40Lesson PlansCorrelated to Essential Elements 2000 for Strings - Book 2 and organized into three parts:- Learning Objectives- Teaching Strategies- AssessmentReproducible StudentActivity PagesThese worksheets have been developed to provide support materials to enhance learning and help develop comprehensive musicianship. Some activities can be done in class while others may be used ashomework assignments; all pages are reproducible. Activities include:- Rhythm Studies- Creating Music- Music Theory- Listening Exercises- QuizzesAll documents are available on theincluded CD-ROM. Lesson plans can be imported into any word processing program allowing you to edit personalize and print.

Teacher Resource Kit-This valuable source of support materials includes lesson plans reproducible student activity pages and much more on CD-ROM. It's all designed to help you get the most out of your Essential Elements experience.Over 30Lesson PlansCorrelated to Essential Elements 2000 - Book 1 and organized into three parts:- Learning Objectives- Teaching Strategies- AssessmentReproducible Student ActivityPagesThese worksheets have been developed to provide support materials to enhance learning and help develop comprehensive musicianship. Some activities can be done in class while others may be used as homeworkassignments; all pages are reproducible. Activities include:- Rhythm Studies- Creating Music- Music Theory- Listening Exercises- QuizzesAll documents are available on the includedCD-ROM. Lesson plans can be imported into any word processing program allowing you to edit personalize and print.

Tendrils has been described as a 'masterly display of Skempton's utterly natural art.' It is built out of continuous undulating lines that sustain their effect throughout the impulse being lyrical and experimental.

Originally written by Beethoven for piano, this cool little gem has been adapted for strings by Jack Bullock, and is perfect for contest and festival. The melody moves between all sections allowing for many teaching opportunities. (1:50) / Orchestre A Cordes

Written in memory of the composer's grandfather, a Korean War Veteran, this piece is perfect to program as a tribute to all service men and women. The heroic melodies and harmonies, set in D Major, are shared throughout the ensemble, making it fun for all sections! The violins and cellos stay completely on the D and A strings, while the violas and basses use the G and D strings. This is a wonderful first selection to expose any young ensemble to independent parts among sections and the roles of melody and harmony, all while reinforcing the importance of using the 4th finger. The cello and bass parts have been doubled to create a strong, confident foundation while the viola and violin parts usually share similar rhythms while harmonizing. Fundamental dynamics and bowings will make this piece not only fun to play, but also a success among performers and audiences alike! (1:50) / Orchestre A Cordes