for String Orchestra
The Highland/Etling String Orchestra Series
for | Youth string orchestra |
Musical Editions | Score, Parts |
Item no. | 679228 |
Author / Composer | Richard Meyer |
Level | medium |
Scope | 248 pages |
Duration | 5:30 minutes |
Publisher / Producer | Alfred Music |
Producer No. | ALF0029722 |
UPC | 0038081318028 |
As the title suggests, a driving, rhythmic pulse permeates throughout this contemporary original selection by Richard Meyer. The piece incorporates two diverse moods---a highly rhythmic first section in B Minor, built on rising and falling thirds, followed by a simple chorale in folk-song style presented first in the violins and then passed throughout the ensemble.
As this slow section winds down, the energy is once again established with the re-introduction of earlier material. The chorale is then heard again, this time coupled with the energetic figures that started the piece. A great choice for your next concert or contest, "Momentum" provides a wide variety of outstanding teaching opportunities while using a fresh "new" sound that your students will love!