Cast in two sections, the opening iof Ancient Air & Variant is very lyrical with warm melodies in all parts. The closing quick section is very animated rhythmically with colorful and active percussion that support the band sonorities.Program NotesThe…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Holiday
This is a collection of three well known carols, “O Come, All Ye Faithful,” “What Child Is This?,” and “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing.” A full band sound from careful doubling, active percussion and lead material in all parts will make this piece an…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This strong, tuneful piece with a distinctly Russian flavor in D major is an ideal selection for young players. The adagio section provides the opportunity to develop legato playing in an expressive manner. The Viola part is also in Violin II, so there is…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Set in a clever waltz style, Ruth Elaine Schram has set the well-known folk tune of Greensleeves for flexible strings. This work is an easy and musical introduction into pizzicato playing, with all the lush arco sections that make Greensleeves a timeless…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Ruth Elaine Schram
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Set in a clever waltz style, Ruth Elaine Schram has set the well-known folk tune of Greensleeves for developing strings. This work is an easy and musical introduction into pizzicato playing, with all the lush arco sections that make Greensleeves a timeless…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Ruth Elaine Schram
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
L’automne is French for “the Autumn.” This piece is meant to depict the different aspects of this beautiful season, as it begins with slightly cooler breezes and a break from summer’s heat. Young musicians will enjoy the lush harmonic palette and beautiful…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Ruth Elaine Schram
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Continuing with her “seasonal” themed pieces, Ruth Elaine Schram gives us the latest addition to her collection: Summer. Enjoy the beautiful harmonies and full tutti playing that will make your string orchestra sound great.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2021…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Ruth Elaine Schram
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
This very playable symphonic poem portrays the strength and grandeur of the Rocky Mountains. The bold harmonies and strong melodic lines of Del Borgo's Mystic Mountain portray the qualities expected in relation to this topography.Program NotesCommissioned and…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Del Borgo has provided a new setting in which to display the beauty of this famous melody. The first presentation of Simple Gifts is a chorale-like treatment by a mixture of woodwinds which are joined by the rest of the band as a series of variations further…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Slane (more popularly known as 'Be Thou My Vision') is a dramatic piece for middle school concert band set in motion by a driving, syncopated figure in the timpani which is soon joined by an equally syncopated, repeated figure in the F Horn/Trombone Baritone…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications