Follow the Rainbow: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Featuring: Sing a Rainbow / Over the Rainbow / Look to the Rainbow
By Arthur Hamilton, E. Y. Harburg, and Harold Arlen / arr. Bob Cerulli
Grade: 2
Item: 00-PK-0005410
$45.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
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| Follow the Rainbow: Score | $9.00 | |
| Follow the Rainbow: 1st Violin | $5.99 | |
| Follow the Rainbow: 2nd Violin | $5.99 | |
| Follow the Rainbow: 3rd Violin (Viola [TC]) | $5.99 | |
| Follow the Rainbow: Viola | $5.99 | |
| Follow the Rainbow: Cello | $5.99 | |
| Follow the Rainbow: String Bass | $5.99 |
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Description
A great opportunity to perform varied rhythmic patterns and at changing tempos! Here's a fun way to explore these skills while enjoying the wonderfully melodic songs about rainbows.
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Beginning String Orchestra
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
72
SKU:
00-PK-0005410
More about this title
About the Composer: Arthur Hamilton
Arthur Hamilton was an American composer and songwriter known for his work in popular music and entertainment during the mid-20th century. His contributions to film and theatrical music demonstrated a gift for memorable melodies and accessible arrangements that appealed to both performers and audiences.
Why we love this
Bob Cerulli's arrangement captures the infectious quality of these beloved songs while keeping the technical demands reasonable for Grade 2 players. The piece succeeds because it prioritizes musicality and ensemble cohesion over complexity, letting young string players focus on intonation, blend, and the joy of playing together.
What to expect
Bright, uplifting, and conversational. The melodies are clear and singable, inviting players to shape phrases naturally. The varied rhythms and tempo changes keep the energy moving and prevent the piece from settling into predictable patterns.
Who it's for
Grade 2 string orchestras looking for repertoire that develops rhythmic reading and tempo flexibility without overwhelming younger players. This works well for ensembles ready to explore musical variety within an accessible technical framework.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish a steady pulse during the tempo changes so transitions feel intentional rather than abrupt. Bring the tempo shifts to sectional rehearsals before full orchestra run-throughs.
- Balance the rhythmic variety by isolating passages where rhythm patterns shift. Mark beat subdivisions in parts where the pattern changes to build confidence.
- Listen for unison passages and prioritize matching vibrato speed and width across sections to create a unified sound across the ensemble.
- Use the key relationships between sections as natural reset points for tuning checks, especially if moving between keys shifts the intonation tendencies of your players.
How to use it
Include this in a spring concert celebrating lighter repertoire, or pair it with one more substantial piece to create a concert that balances playful material with growing technical sophistication. The pop style makes it an accessible bridge between beginning arrangements and more traditional concert fare.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and executing varied rhythmic patterns
- Maintaining ensemble coherence during tempo changes
- Phrasing melodic lines with intentionality
- Listening for blend and intonation in unison passages
- Adapting to key relationships and modulations