Korobushka: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Traditional Russian Folk Song / arr. Michael Story
Grade: 2
Item: 00-PK-0007337
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| Korobushka: 3rd Violin (Viola [TC]) | $5.99 | |
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| Korobushka: Cello | $5.99 | |
| Korobushka: String Bass | $5.99 | |
| Korobushka: 1st Percussion | $5.99 | |
| Korobushka: Piano Accompaniment | $5.99 |
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Description
Varying styles and an exciting accelerando at the end make this piece a solid choice for concert or festivals. Korobushka (The Peddler) is a Russian folk song and dance. It is based on a poem written in 1861 by Nikolay Nekrasov. The music was written sometime in the late 19th century, although the composer is unknown. The dance that accompanies the song became popular in the early 1900s and was brought to America by Russian immigrants. This is a delightful and playable arrangement created by Michael Story. (1:50)
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Additional Details
Series:
Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
80
SKU:
00-PK-0007337
More about this title
About the Arranger: Michael Story
Michael Story is a prolific composer and arranger whose work spans educational string literature, band music, and orchestral arrangements. His arrangements for young ensembles balance accessibility with musical substance, earning him recognition as a trusted voice in the Belwin catalog. Story has a gift for preserving the character of folk material while crafting parts that engage every section of the orchestra.
Why we love this
Story's arrangement captures the infectious rhythmic drive of this Russian dance while offering genuine variety in texture and scoring. The accelerando finale delivers real excitement without requiring virtuosic technique, making it a festival piece that lands well with both students and audiences.
What to expect
A spirited Russian marketplace comes to life: the melody bounces with the swagger of a peddler hawking wares, the harmonies shift in clever ways that keep the ear engaged, and the final accelerando builds to a rollicking dance that feels earned rather than tacked on. This is music that wants to move.
Who it's for
String orchestras at the Grade 2 level looking for concert and festival repertoire with character and forward momentum. This arrangement works equally well for groups seeking an accessible yet rewarding folk piece or directors building a program that needs strong energy.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the opening statement crisp and rhythmically precise; the folk melody thrives on clear articulation rather than legato phrasing.
- Balance the viola and cello lines during the style shifts to let harmonic changes register without overwhelming the melody.
- Build the accelerando gradually over several measures rather than jumping into speed suddenly; let the ensemble feel the momentum building together.
- Emphasize the rhythmic drive in the final section by locking the bow strokes across the string sections on the primary beat patterns.
How to use it
Program this as a concert opener or festival selection where you want immediate energy and audience connection. Pair it with a slower Baroque or contemporary piece to create dynamic contrast, or use it as the culminating work in a folk music unit that explores musical traditions from different cultures.
Skills your students will build
- Responding to conductor cues during tempo changes and style shifts
- Maintaining rhythmic precision in driving, dance-like material
- Articulation control in folk melody passages
- Balance and blend when harmonic texture changes
- Building ensemble momentum through an accelerando