Chicken Pickin': String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
By Larry Moore
Grade: 3-4
Item: 35-PK01341838
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Pickin' - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $7.50 | |
| Chicken Pickin' - Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| Chicken Pickin' - Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| Chicken Pickin' - Violin 3 (Viola Treble Clef) | $7.00 | |
| Chicken Pickin' - Viola | $7.00 | |
| Chicken Pickin' - Cello | $7.00 | |
| Chicken Pickin' - Bass | $7.00 | |
| Chicken Pickin' - Piano | $7.00 | |
| Chicken Pickin' - Percussion 1 | $7.00 | |
| Chicken Pickin' - Percussion 2 | $7.00 |
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Description
Get ready to clap your hands and stomp your feet with "Chicken Pickin'" by Larry Moore. With its playful melodies and energetic spirit, "Chicken Pickin'" guarantees an engaging and entertaining performance that will leave your audience smiling. Unleash the joy of music and add this lively piece to your repertoire, creating a memorable experience for both performers and listeners!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01341838
More about this title
Why we love this
Larry Moore captures something genuinely fun here without relying on tired novelty tricks. The playful melodies sit naturally in the string idiom, and the piece moves with enough rhythmic momentum that your students will feel genuinely energized rather than simply told to have fun.
What to expect
Lighthearted and bouncy, with the kind of earnest charm that comes from music unafraid to be straightforward. The piece has a contagious energy that invites both players and listeners into its world without winking at the audience.
Who it's for
String orchestras at the grade 3 and 4 level looking for concert repertoire that engages both players and audiences. This works especially well for programs aiming for a mixed program of styles or as a closer that leaves listeners in good spirits.
How to get the most out of it
- Articulate the rhythmic figures cleanly in the lower strings to anchor the groove; this piece rides on rhythmic precision as much as melodic charm.
- Balance the playful melody line so it speaks clearly, but resist the urge to let it overshadow the ensemble texture that gives the piece its character.
- Lean into the natural phrasing rather than pushing tempos. The piece works best when the energy feels organic, not frantic.
How to use it
Program this as a contrast piece in a concert that includes more serious or introspective selections. Its accessibility and upbeat character make it an ideal choice for spring concerts or community performances where you want the program to end on an encouraging, warmly received note.
Skills your students will build
- Clean articulation and rhythmic precision in ensemble settings
- Balancing melody and accompaniment textures
- Maintaining consistent tempo and groove across multiple voices
- Performing with character and musical intent in lighter concert music