Around the World in 24 Duets - String Bass Grade 1

Around the World in 24 Duets - String Bass Grade 1Take a musical journey around the globe! These duets are popular folk songs from several countries and cultures, spanning both western and eastern musical styles. Learning to play international folk songs expands students musical and cultural horizons. Playing chamber music gives student musicians the opportunity to develop many skills. Playing duets helps students improve their intonation, listening abilities and musical independence. Students can

Following this opening melody

such as a phrase from Bach's "Cello Suite No

Fragments of the melody to come tease the listeners' ear in the engaging introduction

Engage your students on this thoughtful musical experience that will elevate their musicality to higher planes than is the norm at this easier grade level

This outstanding arrangement uses an optional drum set part to help create a groove that will transport students to the legendary street in downtown Memphis

The bowed parts in Siberian Stomp imitate the Morin Khuur

“Valiant Quest” explores concepts such as accents

Coplandesque string orchestra work

is repeated

Enjoy this quest for truly moving musical moments with your students and audience

Musical images include a ship tossed by high winds

and the couple dances enthusiastically around it