A-Flat: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Black Violin / Arranged by Larry Moore
Grade: 3-4
Item: 35-PK00412677
$60.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| A-Flat - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $7.50 | |
| A-Flat - Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| A-Flat - Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| A-Flat - Violin 3 (Viola Treble Clef) | $7.00 | |
| A-Flat - Viola | $7.00 | |
| A-Flat - Cello | $7.00 | |
| A-Flat - Bass | $7.00 | |
| A-Flat - Piano | $7.00 | |
| A-Flat - Percussion | $7.00 |
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Description
Transposed to A major, Larry Moore's edition of this signature tune from new sensation Black Violin is cutting-edge programming for string groups. Dur: 2:00
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00412677
More about this title
About the Artist: Black Violin
Black Violin is a classically trained hip-hop duo who blur genre boundaries by fusing strings with contemporary beats and production. Their work demonstrates that orchestra and rap are not opposing forces but complementary languages that speak to the same emotional truths. In education settings, their arrangements open doors for students who might not otherwise see themselves reflected in traditional classical repertoire.
Why we love this
Larry Moore's transposition to A major unlocks accessibility for string groups while preserving the track's infectious energy and urban sophistication. You get repertoire that genuinely excites players because it reflects music they already listen to, not music assigned to them. The two-minute duration fits perfectly into concerts that need contemporary flavor without derailing pacing.
What to expect
Sharp, propulsive, and grounded. The arrangement pulses with the rhythmic confidence of hip-hop while the string writing delivers sophisticated texture and movement. It feels current without feeling gimmicky, which is exactly what makes it powerful in a concert setting.
Who it's for
String orchestras (middle school through early high school) hungry for repertoire that validates the music their students actually care about. Directors programming diverse concerts will find this essential for reaching audiences who expect to hear contemporary artists treated with orchestral legitimacy.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the groove first. The rhythmic precision matters as much as intonation here; lock the ensemble into a unified pulse before layering articulation or dynamics.
- Balance the melody across sections rather than centering it in violins alone. Distribute the main theme strategically so the arrangement feels modern and layered.
- Record your accompaniment track in rehearsal and run sections against it. Staying locked with hip-hop production requires different accuracy work than traditional repertoire.
How to use it
Open a concert with this to signal that your ensemble plays beyond the standard canon and immediately engage listeners who walk in skeptical about string music. Pair it with one classical anchor piece to show range, or use it as a bridge between a traditional first half and a contemporary second half.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision and groove maintenance within a contemporary music context
- Stylistic flexibility: transitioning between traditional articulation and modern production-influenced phrasing
- Section independence and layered texture awareness across string parts
- Listening to and locking with pre-recorded accompaniment