Danse Carnivale Steven Rosenhaus

Danse Carnivale Steven RosenhausThis "throwback" style string work was inspired by the many great can cans, galops, and quick steps that populate the music repertoire. "Danse Carnivale" strongly exemplifies the interplay of drama and humor that pervades these pieces, along with a supercharged dose of excitement! Use this piece to great effect as a concert opener, finale, or possibly an encore.

is an original non-programmatic allegro work for young string orchestra

This compelling musical journey conveys a sense of ever-deepening awe at the magical underwater seascape

in 3/4 time

and the work concludes with a jubilant G major march

Marie Antionette

so it is great for slurs and slurred string crossings

and this well-known Bourree comes from J

Although transposed to G major from the original key of Eb

Young ensembles will indeed make a triumphal entry with this perfect concert opener

Driving rhythms and memorable melodies make this tune a fun method of learning the upper positions

This authentic-sounding arrangement by Sarah Bernard-Stevens is based on one of Russia's most popular folk songs

It's back to the bow at bar 40 in a brief version that hints at the melody