String orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: IG.OMS1510

Composed by Daniel Baldwin. Pathways. Score and Parts. Imagine Music Publishing #OMS1510. Published by Imagine Music Publishing (IG.OMS1510).

9 x 12 in inches.

River Rhapsody was written as a piece for youth string orchestra at the request of my son, Brett. He wanted a piece from me for his sixth grade orchestra.


The piece is in two movements (an excellent introduction to multi movement compositions) with each of the two movements being progressive, meaning the second is a bit more difficult than the first. The first movement, River Song, is an original folk song with beautiful harmonies and melodies. This is a wonderful way to introduce minor key to your ensemble. The second movement, River Dance, is a rhythmic barn dance framing a lyrical chorale section. This movement is in the more comfortable key of B-flat and serves as an excellent introduction to syncopation.