Dance of the Brewster Bears: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

$44.00 USD

Dance of the Brewster Bears: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Dance of the Brewster Bears: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-23334
Price: 44.00 USD
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By Bob Phillips

Grade: 1.5

Item: 00-23334

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Series: Highland/Etling String Explorer

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 70

UPC: 038081235240

SKU: 00-23334

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About the Composer: Bob Phillips

Bob Phillips has spent decades refining what it means to teach strings at scale. Since 1953, he's built a career on understanding how young musicians learn best, developing pedagogical approaches that balance classical rigor with genuine musical joy. His 25+ instructional series and 200+ published works reflect a singular obsession: making string music accessible and exciting for students at every level.

For 27 years, Phillips transformed a Michigan school program into a national model, growing it to over 700 students and establishing the Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic as an internationally recognized ensemble. He's conducted at every major youth orchestra and festival, from Interlochen to the All-State level across multiple states, while maintaining deep roots in folk, jazz, and world music styles. His influence appears in thousands of classrooms annually, where teachers rely on his instructional DVDs and repertoire to engage their orchestras.

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Why we love this

Phillips wrote this for the exact moment when your young players are ready to sound good, and for the moment you need a piece that works equally well in contests and regular rehearsals. The writing respects what beginning orchestras can actually do while delivering the kind of musical personality that makes students feel like they're playing something real, not just a study.

What to expect

A playful, rhythmically driven character piece that bounces with infectious energy. The title sets the tone instantly: this is music that moves, with a charm that appeals to both student performers and audiences without ever feeling condescending.

Who it's for

String orchestras at the beginning-intermediate level who need a fun, stylistically clear piece that works for both festival competition and regular concert programming. This sits perfectly for groups that have their fundamentals solid but are still building confidence in ensemble musicianship.

How to get the most out of it

Let the rhythm section lock in first. Once your pizzicato figures are rock solid, the melodic lines will sit naturally on top and the whole piece feels intentional rather than rushed.
Shape the phrasing by thinking about the bear theme as a character with personality. These aren't just notes to play through; they're a story that bounces and dances, so breathe with the melody even in a short work.
Mark the balance points in your score before rehearsal. At this level, younger players often need specific reminders about when they're carrying the tune and when they're accompanying.

How to use it

Use this as a festival selection where you want your orchestra to show personality and control in equal measure. It also works beautifully as a novelty concert opener that puts an audience in good spirits before moving into heavier repertoire, or as a reward piece after drilling through more technical challenges earlier in the year.