Haydn Strings: Score
By Franz Joseph Haydn / arr. Leland Forsblad
Grade: 2.5
Item: 00-PR-0000569
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Description
Haydn Strings is an expert arrangement of two Haydn classics. The first is a flowing, expressive piece in a sustained 4/4 tempo while the second is a sprightly scherzando with catchy rhythms and melody. The two selections are set in direct contrast to each other.
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Series:
Highland/Etling String Orchestra
Publisher:
Alfred Music
SKU:
00-PR-0000569
More about this title
About the Composer: Franz Joseph Haydn
Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) shaped the Classical symphony and string quartet into the forms that defined an era. His prolific output across all genres established conventions that composers from Mozart to Beethoven built upon, yet his music never feels didactic; it sparkles with invention, wit, and emotional depth. For string players, Haydn's works remain essential training ground, offering clear textures, logical phrasing, and the kind of melodic clarity that teaches musicianship.
Why we love this
Forsblad's arrangement captures the essential character of two contrasting Haydn movements without overwhelming an intermediate string section. The juxtaposition of sustained, expressive writing against bright, rhythmic material gives players a complete musical experience in one rehearsal, and the Grade 2.5 scoring remains transparent enough that individual parts stay engaging rather than filling texture.
What to expect
The first movement unfolds with graceful phrasing and gentle harmonic movement, inviting players into a sustained, singing style. The second pivots sharply: energetic rhythmic figures and a bouncing melody create the impression of a minuet or scherzo, full of Classical charm and forward momentum.
Who it's for
String orchestra directors working with intermediate ensembles who want to program substantial Classical repertoire without excessive technical demands. Students benefit from playing authentic Haydn in a well-crafted arrangement that preserves the original voice-leading and structure.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the first movement's long lines with careful attention to the natural arc of each phrase; resist the urge to rush through sustained passages, as Haydn's expressivity depends on patience.
- In the scherzando, lock the rhythm section (cellos and basses) early and keep the pulse crisp; the catchy melody will land more effectively when harmonic support is steady.
- Balance the two movements in your rehearsal; the contrast between them is the whole point, so each needs its own character and identity.
How to use it
Pair this with other Classical masterworks to build a coherent program, or use it as the anchor piece in a concert that explores Haydn's influence on later composers. The two-movement format works well as a complete standalone selection, or you could program the scherzando alone as an encore if time is tight.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining long melodic lines without loss of tone or intonation
- Executing clean rhythmic articulation in faster passage work
- Balancing texture between melody and accompaniment in a four-part string arrangement
- Understanding phrase structure and harmonic direction in Classical forms
- Reading and responding to expressive contrast between two distinct musical ideas