Education Resources - String Mix Series 1 and 2
String Mix is a collection of tunes specially designed and composed to introduce string players of all ages to engage in ensemble playing.
The String Mix series covers basic beginner, intermediate and advanced skill levels. String Mix series 1 ranges between Level 1 to Level 4 and String Mix series 2 covers Level 4 onwards.
The content incorporates a diverse range of popular genres including:
The intention is to include students of various skill levels; hence the multiple parts accommodate these issues. The music lends itself as invaluable teaching resources for individuals, small groups and larger ensembles. It can be further explored and expanded in workshops and studies as well as in performances. There is also room to experiment and incorporate guided improvisations. For these improvisations specific sections are designated and instructions suggested. Many student ensembles have inspiringly performed the compositions of the above series one and two.
The String Mix series covers basic beginner, intermediate and advanced skill levels. String Mix series 1 ranges between Level 1 to Level 4 and String Mix series 2 covers Level 4 onwards.
The content incorporates a diverse range of popular genres including:
- Rock
- Jazz
- Blues
- Latin
- and more...
The intention is to include students of various skill levels; hence the multiple parts accommodate these issues. The music lends itself as invaluable teaching resources for individuals, small groups and larger ensembles. It can be further explored and expanded in workshops and studies as well as in performances. There is also room to experiment and incorporate guided improvisations. For these improvisations specific sections are designated and instructions suggested. Many student ensembles have inspiringly performed the compositions of the above series one and two.
Series 1
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Series 1 is a collection of 10 original tunes composed and tailored for cello in various genres covering Rock, Blues, Swing, Latin American and more. Suitable for Level 1-4.
All tunes contain four independent complementary parts that creates the opportunities to work and perform in small groups. The tunes feature melodies, harmonies, rhythm and bass parts that are also suitable to be performed with less then four players. The duration of the tunes are between 1 and 3 minutes. |
Cellosa Nova - FREE downloadCellossa Nova is an example from series 1 for cello ensemble and demonstrates the various roles each part plays. It features lead melody, harmonies, bass and percussion parts.
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