Lullaby for Luca: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

$45.00 USD

Lullaby for Luca: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Lullaby for Luca: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 76-49875
Price: 45.00 USD
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By Loreta Fin

Grade: 2

Item: 76-49875

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Dedicated to the composer's new grandson, this uncomplicated, gentle lullaby requires smooth legato bows and sustained long notes---ideal for practicing developing vibrato technique. Some finger extensions are used and are mostly accessed by step. (2:15)

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Series: Wilfin String Orchestra: Young String Ensemble Series

Publisher: Wilfin Music

ISBN10: 1-4706-5120-3

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-5120-6

UPC: 038081572116

SKU: 76-49875

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About the Composer: Loreta Fin

Loreta Fin studied violin at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and performed as a first violinist with the Sydney Youth Orchestra before establishing herself as a chamber and orchestral musician. She has served as Principal Viola player with the Queensland Pops Orchestra for more than 25 years and has been Director of Strings at Somerville House School in Brisbane since 1993, working with students across all levels.

An accomplished educator and adjudicator, Fin has presented at numerous Australian National Music Conferences and two American National String Teachers' Conferences. She has judged major competitions throughout Australia and composed over 100 works for string orchestra, published internationally by Alfred Music. Her leadership roles have included serving as both State and National President of the Australian Strings Association, and she received a Queensland State Award for her contributions to AUSTA in 2009. In recent years, she has conducted the State and National Honours Ensembles Programs in Brisbane and was honored with the National Award for Services to Music and String Teaching in Australia.

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Why we love this

Fin writes with the ear of someone who has spent decades in string ensembles and teaching young players. This piece respects the technical realities of developing musicians while asking for genuine musicality through sustained tone and legato control. The modest difficulty level combined with a clear pedagogical purpose makes it equally valuable for a concert performance or a focused sectional rehearsal on bow technique.

What to expect

A tender, unhurried piece that settles into the listener like a quiet moment before sleep. The sustained lines and smooth bow work create an atmosphere of calm focus, intimate rather than grand. The modest technical demands allow players to concentrate fully on tone quality and expression instead of navigating complexity.

Who it's for

String orchestras at the early intermediate level, including young ensembles and beginning advanced students. This score works well for schools building a foundation in legato technique and vibrato development. It suits both rehearsal-focused work and concert programming.

How to get the most out of it

Establish the vibrato standard in the opening statement. Let the sustained tones model the sound you want from the ensemble before tackling harder passages.
Balance the legato line across the section rather than letting one or two strong players carry it. Individual bow control matters more than volume here.
Take time in rehearsal to map the finger extensions explicitly. Mark them in parts so younger players recognize the setup step and arrive without tension.
Shape the piece through breath and phrasing rather than tempo change. Small rubato in the melodic line will feel natural and musical without losing the gentle character.

How to use it

Place this early in a concert to establish a reflective mood, or use it as a contrast between more energetic pieces. It works particularly well when you're seeking a moment of musical maturity and control within a program aimed at younger audiences. Consider pairing it with other lyrical chamber or small ensemble works to create a thematic arc.