Feed the Birds (from "Mary Poppins"): String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
By Robert B. Sherman / By Richard M. Sherman / Arranged by Robert Longfield
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00133202
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The music of Disney's "Mary Poppins" lives on and on and has recently has made headlines with its new adaptation for the stage by legendary producer Cameron Mackintosh. Here's the gentle, memorable ballad in an accessible version for developing groups by Robert Longfield. Dur: 2:00
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00133202
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About the Composer: Robert B. Sherman
Robert B. Sherman and his brother Richard M. Sherman created some of the most enduring melodies in American popular music, beginning their songwriting partnership in the 1950s. Their work for Disney films including "Mary Poppins," "The Jungle Book," and "Winnie the Pooh" has introduced generations of listeners to beautifully crafted, singable melodies that balance sophistication with accessibility.
The Shermans understood how to write music that works equally well for children and adults, a skill that made their songs transcend film and enter the concert repertoire. Their melodic gift and harmonic sensibility continue to make their material valuable for music educators seeking quality arrangements that engage young musicians and audiences alike.
Why we love this
Robert Longfield's Grade 2 arrangement captures the quiet warmth of this beloved ballad without oversimplifying it. The voicing sits perfectly for developing string players, allowing genuine musical expression while keeping technical demands reasonable; your ensemble can sound genuinely affecting rather than struggling to survive.
What to expect
Peaceful and contemplative, with the warmth of a lullaby. The melody has that unmistakable Sherman brothers quality of simplicity serving deeper emotion, creating space for young musicians to discover how restraint and purity of tone can be deeply affecting.
Who it's for
String orchestras in their second year of study, as well as any developing ensemble looking for accessible repertoire that genuinely moves an audience. This works especially well for groups that need a confident, successful experience without excessive technical complexity.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the melody with gentle dynamic arcs rather than playing it straight; the birds themselves suggest natural breathing and life.
- Balance your first violin line so that accompanying parts beneath it remain audible; transparency matters more than volume in this piece.
- Take time with the tempo markings and any rubato the score suggests; rushing this ballad diminishes its reflective quality.
How to use it
Pair this with other approachable film music or vocal favorites to build a program around beloved melodies; it's short enough (2:00) to anchor a concert without dominating it. Consider it for family concerts or community performances where the audience connection matters as much as technical display.
Skills your students will build
- Sustained melodic line playing and attention to phrase shape
- Balance between melody and accompaniment voices
- Dynamic control and expression within a conservative technical range
- Interpretation of tempo and character indications