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Come to the Masquerade Ball!
- Very popular with students and teachers,“Masquerade Ball” is an original work inspired by the orchestral work, "In The Hall of The Mountain King" by Edvard Grieg. It is comprised of contrasting sections with musical elements that evoke imagery and stir the imagination of the listener. This piece offers an opportunity for students to connect this work with the more well-known orchestral work, opening a door to explore the similarities and differences between the two works. The form consists of two contrasting sections in ABA melodic form with an intro and ending. There’s plenty for students to learn and discover as they dig deeper into the nature in which the different parts interact, creating unique sonic textures. Enhance the fun by having students wear masquerade masks when performing, or also create a dance movement that expresses the form of the music. Although Masquerade Ball was written primarily with the intention of using for fall performances, it is a work that can be performed anytime of the year. For Grades 5 or 6. AVAILABLE AS DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
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"TROIKA" A Russian Sleigh Ride
A crowd-pleasing favorite! "Troika" is an original Orff instrumental piece intended for wintertime performance, but can be played anytime of the year. Melodic/Harmonic form is based on Pentatonic. The form consists of an intro followed by AB sections repeated with a tagged ending. The piece gives students a chance to improve their mallet skills utilizing double strokes. The galloping sound of the temple blocks combined with the sound of the sleigh bells gives this work and undeniable feeling of winter. It's bright tempo and sleigh ride feel makes it fun to play and will be a memorable feature of any winter program!
For Grades 4 - 5. AVAILABLE AS DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
For Grades 4 - 5. AVAILABLE AS DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
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