Echelon: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
By Kathryn Griesinger
Grade: 3
Item: 98-DST6444
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Echelon: Score | $10.00 | |
| Echelon: Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| Echelon: Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| Echelon: Violin 3 (Viola T.C.) | $7.00 | |
| Echelon: Viola | $7.00 | |
| Echelon: Violoncello | $7.00 | |
| Echelon: Double Bass | $7.00 |
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Description
An exhilarating theme is characterized by an angular melodic motif shaped like a true military echelon, forging ahead with courage and ferocity. Heavy accents, driving momentum, and intricate fugue-like formations narrate an epic tale of noble heroism, with only a little position work in first violin and bass.
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Additional Details
Series:
FJH String Orchestra
Publisher:
The FJH Music Company, Inc.
SKU:
98-DST6444
More about this title
About the Composer: Kathryn Griesinger
Kathryn Griesinger is a prolific composer for young musicians whose work consistently finds its way into festival programs and contest rotations across North America. Her orchestrations demonstrate a keen understanding of what energizes players at each level while maintaining genuine musical substance.
Why we love this
Griesinger captures raw propulsive energy without sacrificing orchestral sophistication. The angular melodic writing and fugue-like textures demand genuine musicianship from your ensemble while remaining accessible at Grade 3, making it ideal for groups ready to prove themselves at festivals.
What to expect
Martial yet sophisticated. The angular melodic shapes propel the orchestra forward with military precision while the intricate fugal writing creates a sense of coordinated power. It's exhilarating rather than aggressive, driven by courage and architectural clarity.
Who it's for
String orchestras at Grade 3 preparing for festival competition or a concert showcasing ensemble strength. Players need secure rhythmic foundation and comfort with accented articulation but minimal position work makes it accessible to developing ensembles.
How to get the most out of it
- Emphasize the angular shape of the main melodic motif in rehearsal by having violins exaggerate the intervallic leaps and directional changes. This visual clarity helps the entire ensemble understand the 'echelon' formation Griesinger is building.
- Lock the heavy accents across all sections as a unified gesture. These marks drive the momentum forward, so precision in articulation matters more than volume alone.
- Balance the fugue-like formations by rotating sectional focus during rehearsal. Isolate each voice's entry point so players understand when they're carrying the line versus providing harmonic support.
- Keep the tempo steady and unwavering through the driving sections. Any hesitation disrupts the forward motion that defines this piece's character.
How to use it
Program this as a festival or contest selection where you want to demonstrate orchestral control and sophistication at Grade 3. It pairs well with lyrical or slower works, giving your concert a dramatic centerpiece that showcases ensemble maturity.
Skills your students will build
- Executing heavy accents with consistent articulation across ensemble sections
- Reading and balancing fugue-like texture entries and voice independence
- Maintaining steady tempo and rhythmic drive through propulsive rhythmic figures
- Interpreting angular melodic contours with stylistic accuracy
- Understanding orchestral formation and sectional role awareness