Emerald Spring: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Based on The Maid of Banbridge
Arranged by Erica Donahoe
Grade: 1.5
Item: 00-PK-0008899
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Emerald Spring: Score | $10.00 | |
| Emerald Spring: 1st Violin | $3.00 | |
| Emerald Spring: 2nd Violin | $3.00 | |
| Emerald Spring: 3rd Violin (Viola [TC]) | $3.00 | |
| Emerald Spring: Viola | $3.00 | |
| Emerald Spring: Cello | $3.00 | |
| Emerald Spring: String Bass | $3.00 |
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Description
Emerald Spring, written by Erica Donahoe, is perfect for a spring concert. Opening with a melodic air and finishing with a rollicking jig, students and audiences will enjoy the variety offered here. Students have the opportunity to work on lush harmonies and vibrato in the slower section and then explore 6/8 in the jig section of the piece. (2:15)
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Additional Details
Series:
Highland/Etling String Orchestra
Publisher:
Alfred Music
SKU:
00-PK-0008899
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Why we love this
Donahoe has crafted a piece that moves with purpose. The arc from lyrical opening to energetic 6/8 section gives conductors a natural shape to work with, and the technical demands sit right at the sweet spot for early intermediate ensembles: accessible enough to build confidence, substantive enough to develop real musicianship.
What to expect
The opening unfolds with warmth and spaciousness, inviting the ear in with a singable melody. When the jig begins, the mood lightens into something buoyant and folk-flavored, with a rhythmic lift that feels both playful and assured.
Who it's for
Beginning to early intermediate string orchestras looking for engaging material that bridges folk traditions and contemporary arranging. This piece works well for ensembles ready to explore vibrato and shifting meters without getting overwhelmed by technical demands.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the opening air with sustained vibrato in the upper strings. A gentle swell in the middle of long notes helps the melody breathe without losing focus.
- Lock the rhythmic precision in the jig section early. The 6/8 feel can feel uneven if the eighth-note pulse drifts; consider marching the rhythm before adding articulation.
- Balance the middle voices during the lush harmony sections. Viola and second violin lines deserve clarity so the harmonic progression reads to the audience.
- Articulate the jig section with character. Light, bouncy bow strokes in the faster section contrast beautifully with the legato air and keep the energy driving forward.
How to use it
Pair this with other folk-rooted or seasonal pieces for a spring concert that celebrates cultural traditions. The moderate length (2:15) and contrasting sections make it an ideal anchor piece that won't overshadow lighter works but stands on its own with substance.
Skills your students will build
- Vibrato control and sustain in lyrical passages
- Reading and performing in 6/8 meter
- Balance and blend within four-part harmonic textures
- Style and articulation contrast between legato and rhythmically driven sections