This exciting series by the authors of Fiddle Time, Viola Time, and Cello Time provides great new ensemble material for all string groups, whatever their size. The fun and characterful pieces are each scored in either two or three parts, for any combination of violin, viola, and cello; a double bass part is also provided. The flexible scoring means that pieces can be played by any number of players, from one instrument and piano to a full string orchestra, with all combinations in between. An accompanying CD features performances and backings for all the pieces. Topped off with witty illustrations, String Time is a must-have for all those looking for imaginative and enjoyable ensemble repertoire.

This exciting series by the authors of Fiddle Time, Viola Time, and Cello Time provides great new ensemble material for all string groups, whatever their size. The fun and characterful pieces are each scored in either two or three parts, for any combination of violin, viola, and cello; a double bass part is also provided. The flexible scoring means that pieces can be played by any number of players, from one instrument and piano to a full string orchestra, with all combinations in between. An accompanying CD features performances and backings for all the pieces. Topped off with witty illustrations, String Time is a must-have for all those looking for imaginative and enjoyable ensemble repertoire. The violin part is suitable for pupils at the level of Fiddle Time Joggers. A CD containing full performances and backings is included.

Contents:

• Shark attack!
• Barrier Reef
• Cap’n Jack’s Hornpipe
• Simple syncopation
• Feelin’ blue
• Broadway or bust
• Tinga Layo
• Jamaican lullaby
• Kingston Calypso
• Spy movie 2
• Sad movie
• Action movie
• Cowboy song
• Banuwa

MusicFest Set Pieces 2008 Primary School String Orchestra C Grade

AUSTAQ SAYS: Various keys/metres. A set of 14 effective and appealing pieces, published in separate books (violin, viola, cello, bass and piano). Arrangements are flexible and also playable as solos. Offers quite good value: the inclusion of 14 pieces offsets the cost of buying separate books for each instrument. Needs piano part. These pieces were not played on the day but many teachers have been using them in their teaching.