King's Court: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

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King's Court: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

Name: King's Court: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-26573
Price: 50.00 USD
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By Susan H. Day

Grade: 1.5

Item: 00-26573

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This stately piece uses open string double stops and pizzicato to achieve its regal sound. The use of low second finger is reinforced for violins and violas. Though suitable for advanced elementary or middle school string players, it is fun for all levels. All parts in this confidence-building selection remain in first position with easy rhythms. The minor melodies and driving rhythms will invigorate your students! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Highland/Etling String Orchestra

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 31

ISBN10: 1-4706-5488-1

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-5488-7

UPC: 038081292830

SKU: 00-26573

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About the Composer: Susan H. Day

Susan H. Day has built a reputation for writing accessible string orchestra music that respects young players while delivering genuinely musical results. Her compositions balance pedagogical clarity with creative orchestration, making her a trusted voice in the Highland/Etling String Orchestra series.

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Why we love this

Day writes with a clear understanding of where young string players actually are technically. The piece demands engagement with double stops and low second finger without leaving anyone behind, and the driving rhythms make it genuinely exciting to play rather than merely educational. You'll hear real musicality in the minor-key melodies, not just a progression of exercises.

What to expect

Stately and grand, with the dignified bearing suggested by its title. The minor melodies and pizzicato textures create forward momentum, while the open string double stops anchor the sound in the warm, resonant lower register of the strings.

Who it's for

String orchestras at the advanced elementary through middle school level who are ready to explore double stops and extended left-hand techniques without losing the joy of playing. It works equally well for high school ensembles seeking a spirited, confidence-building addition to their repertoire.

How to get the most out of it

Establish the open string double stops cleanly before layering in the pizzicato voices. Have students practice the stopped notes separately until intonation feels secure.
Balance the low second finger passages with your first-position melody. These finger placements are new enough that they need rehearsal time but not so difficult that they derail the overall sound.
The pizzicato sections will tighten your rhythm section. Isolate these passages early and lock them in before combining with the bowed parts.
Take advantage of the minor key and driving rhythms to build energy gradually through the piece. Younger players often rush exciting material; steady pulse work pays off here.

How to use it

Pair this with lighter or lyrical pieces to showcase the range of your string program at concert or festival. The 1.5 grade level makes it an excellent choice for demonstrating technical growth mid-season without overshadowing more advanced repertoire on the same program.