Deep River: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
African American Spritual / arr. Carrie Lane Gruselle
Grade: 2.5
Item: 98-DST6074
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Deep River: Score | $10.00 | |
| Deep River: Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| Deep River: Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| Deep River: Violin 3 (Viola T.C.) | $7.00 | |
| Deep River: Viola | $7.00 | |
| Deep River: Violoncello | $7.00 | |
| Deep River: Double Bass | $7.00 | |
| Deep River: Rehearsal Piano | $7.00 |
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Description
This timeless spiritual allows students to develop their musicianship with long phrases, rich tone, purity of intonation and vibrato. With minimal shifting required, your students can concentrate on producing an expressive and mature sound that will touch the hearts of your audience. Absolutely beautiful! (3:30)
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Additional Details
Series:
FJH Developing Strings
Publisher:
The FJH Music Company, Inc.
SKU:
98-DST6074
More about this title
About the Arranger: Carrie Lane Gruselle
Carrie Lane Gruselle earned her Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire and her Master of Music Education from the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point, where she specialized in Suzuki pedagogy. She has taught elementary and middle level strings in the Appleton Area School District and serves as cello instructor for the Lawrence University Arts Academy in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Why we love this
Gruselle understands exactly what young string players need to build maturity without overwhelm. This arrangement prioritizes long, singing lines and beautiful tone production over technical fireworks, making it an ideal vehicle for teaching students to phrase musically and listen critically to intonation during ensemble playing.
What to expect
Serene and introspective, with a melody that unfolds naturally over gentle harmonic support. The spiritual's inherent warmth and dignity create a contemplative mood that invites students to listen deeply to their own sound and to the voices around them.
Who it's for
String orchestras at the intermediate level who are ready to step beyond simple arrangements and tackle pieces that demand musicianship alongside technique. This works beautifully for students who have solid rhythm reading and basic shifting but need to grow their expressive abilities and tonal awareness.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the long phrases with a gentle swell at the midpoint rather than playing straight throughout. This teaches students to breathe musically even when they're not taking an actual breath.
- Focus rehearsal time on vibrato consistency across the section. Have players practice matching each other's width and speed in unison passages before adding harmonic complexity.
- Record a run-through and listen back as an ensemble. Student ears often catch intonation issues and phrasing opportunities they miss in real time.
- Keep bow speed steady during the slower passages. Younger players often unconsciously rush or drag when navigating longer note values.
How to use it
Program this on a winter or spring concert where you want to showcase your developing ensemble's growth in musicianship rather than technical display. It pairs well alongside folk arrangements or other spirituals, and the 3:30 runtime makes it a substantial closing piece without consuming excessive rehearsal time.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining long phrases with consistent tone and bow control
- Matching vibrato width and speed across the section
- Listening critically to intonation in harmonic contexts
- Expressive phrasing and dynamic shaping
- Playing with emotional intent and maturity of sound