Coronation of the Queen: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
By Susan H. Day
Grade: 1.5
Item: 00-PK-0007562
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Description
This stately grade 1.5 piece, "Coronation of the Queen" by Susan H. Day, uses easy rhythms, features interesting harmonies and memorable melodies, and reinforces low 2nd finger on D and A strings. Imagine a royal procession and celebration with crowds cheering as their beloved Queen passes by. You can hear the rhythmical chant "Here Comes the Queen," and that quarter--eight--eight--half-note rhythm is found throughout the rest of the piece in all parts. Visualizing the story will bring this music to life! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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Additional Details
Series:
Highland/Etling String Orchestra
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
62
SKU:
00-PK-0007562
More about this title
Why we love this
Day captures the pageantry of a royal procession without overcomplicating the writing. The central rhythmic motif (quarter-eighth-eighth-half) provides structural coherence while remaining straightforward for young players to execute, and the harmonic interest lifts this beyond typical beginner fare. Directors appreciate pieces that tell a clear story and engage students' imaginations from the first rehearsal.
What to expect
A ceremonial procession unfolding in real time. The music moves with stately purpose and celebratory energy; you can nearly hear the crowds and see the banners. The memorable melodic lines and harmonic color create an experience far more sophisticated than the technical level suggests.
Who it's for
String orchestras working at the early intermediate level who are ready for repertoire that balances straightforward technical demands with musical substance. This piece suits groups that respond well to programmatic context and benefit from a single, recurring rhythmic idea to anchor their playing.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the rhythmic chant 'Here Comes the Queen' as the interpretive anchor. Have students tap and chant the figure together before playing to lock in the character.
- Balance the melodic line across your sections so the memorable themes cut through the texture. Young orchestras often bury the tune; bring it forward intentionally.
- Shape dynamic swells to mirror the story: subtle growth as the procession approaches, full sound as the Queen passes, then gentle release. This narrative arc holds attention.
- Emphasize the low 2nd finger work on D and A strings in sectionals. Clean intonation here matters more than quick tempo.
How to use it
Open a spring or end-of-year concert with this piece to set a festive tone and give your ensemble an immediate win. It pairs well on a family or assembly concert where younger students perform early, or use it as a centerpiece in a program exploring program music and storytelling through composition.
Skills your students will build
- Low 2nd finger intonation on D and A strings
- Rhythmic accuracy and consistency in a repeating four-note figure across ensemble parts
- Melodic line projection and balance in a four-part texture
- Narrative interpretation and expressive shaping tied to programmatic context