In a Forest Glade (from Two Russian Folk Songs): String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
By Traditional / Arranged by Pasquale Tassone
Grade: 2.5
Item: 35-PK01723601
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Description
This setting of the lovely Russian folk song, IN A FOREST GLADE, allows the beautiful and catchy melody to be played by all the upper strings at various times. The melody should never be overpowered as it moves from one instrument to another and the indicated metronome markings are important to ensure a faithful interpretation.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01723601
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Why we love this
Tassone's arrangement respects the song's inherent beauty while giving every section of the upper strings a chance to carry the melody. The Grade 2.5 scoring strikes an ideal balance: accessible enough for developing orchestras, yet sophisticated enough to feel genuinely musical in performance. You'll find directors returning to this piece because it teaches proper voice leading and ensemble balance without requiring advanced technical demands.
What to expect
Warm and pastoral, with a folk-like simplicity that never feels simplistic. The melody carries a lyrical quality that invites singers in the ensemble to shape phrases with vocal expressivity, while the gentle harmonic support creates space for reflection and genuine musical communication.
Who it's for
String orchestras at the early intermediate level looking for a genuine concert piece that builds musicianship without excessive difficulty. Teachers seeking repertoire that develops dynamic control and melodic awareness will find this arrangement particularly valuable. It works equally well for groups preparing their first formal concert or those building a mixed program.
How to get the most out of it
- Protect the melody from being buried under accompaniment by having your lower strings play with restraint and transparency, especially when violins I or II take the tune.
- Lock in to Tassone's metronome markings from the start of rehearsal; tempo consistency is essential to this arrangement's phrasing and emotional arc.
- Let the melody breathe as it transfers between instrumental groups; brief, intentional silence between phrases will highlight the tune's character more effectively than continuous sound.
- Balance inner voices carefully during transitions; violas and second violins often support the primary melody line, and they need audibility without competing for attention.
How to use it
Pair this with other string-focused repertoire to showcase your orchestra's ability to balance and voice transparently. Its moderate length and accessible beauty make it ideal for opening a concert or transitioning between more demanding works. Consider programming it early in the season when your ensemble is still building confidence.
Skills your students will build
- Melodic awareness and voice leading across instrumental sections
- Dynamic control and balance between primary and supporting voices
- Ensemble listening and responding to tempo markings
- Phrasing and breath management in instrumental writing
- Attention to metric and rhythmic detail in folk material