March from Suite No. 1: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

$46.00 USD

March from Suite No. 1: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

Name: March from Suite No. 1: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-43749
Price: 46.00 USD
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By Gustav Holst / arr. Michael Story

Grade: 1.5

Item: 00-43749

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One of the first pieces written exclusively for bands, this movement includes a very lyrical melody reminiscent of British folk music that lends itself perfectly for orchestral use. Included is an optional piano accompaniment. (1:50)

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Series: Belwin Beginning String Orchestra

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 76

UPC: 038081496153

SKU: 00-43749

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About the Composer: Gustav Holst

Gustav Holst (1874–1934) shaped early 20th-century British music through works that bridged classical sophistication with popular accessibility. His compositional voice drew deeply from folk traditions, particularly English melodies, which he wove into pieces ranging from intimate chamber works to large-scale orchestral suites. Holst's gift for melody and his conviction that music belonged in schools and communities made him both a celebrated composer and a dedicated music educator.

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Why we love this

This arrangement captures the melodic charm that made Holst's original band work enduring while sitting perfectly in the hands of young string players. The optional piano accompaniment adds textural flexibility, letting you shape the performance to match your ensemble's development without compromising the piece's character. At grade 1.5, it delivers genuine musicality and concert presence without overwhelming players still building fundamental skills.

What to expect

A stroll through English countryside translated into sound. The melody carries a natural grace rooted in folk tradition, unhurried and warm, with enough forward motion to feel like processional pageantry rather than sentimental slowness. It invites players into a style that rewards clarity and sincerity over technical flash.

Who it's for

String orchestras at the early intermediate level who want repertoire with genuine artistic substance. This works equally well for concert programming, festival competition, or as a centerpiece that shows audiences and adjudicators what young string players can accomplish musically.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the lyrical melody against accompaniment parts so the folk-song quality emerges without drowning the supporting voices in texture.
Shape the piece in larger phrases rather than measure-to-measure, treating the melodic line like a folk singer would: with natural breathing and gentle rubato.
If using the optional piano part, rehearse it separately with strings first to establish ensemble security, then bring the piano in to test balance and blend.

How to use it

Program this early in a concert to establish an accessible, inviting mood while your ensemble is fresh. It pairs well with other accessible masterwork arrangements or original pieces at similar difficulty, creating a set that demonstrates breadth without overextending your players. The march character and modest length also make it ideal festival material.