Patapan: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Traditional Burgundian Carol / arr. Michael Story
Grade: 1
Item: 00-PK-0002305
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
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| Patapan: Score | $7.00 | |
| Patapan: 1st Violin | $5.99 | |
| Patapan: 2nd Violin | $5.99 | |
| Patapan: Viola | $5.99 | |
| Patapan: Cello | $5.99 | |
| Patapan: String Bass | $5.99 | |
| Patapan: 1st Percussion | $5.99 | |
| Patapan: Piano Accompaniment | $5.99 |
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Description
As anticipated, this traditional Burgundian holiday carol begins with just the violins and piano accompaniment and delicately adds instrument groupings building to the full ensemble. Optional tambourine and triangle parts can be played by non-percussionists to add that special touch. The conclusion is as delicate as the beginning. Wonderful holiday literature for your beginners. (1:43)
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Additional Details
Series:
Belwin Beginning String Orchestra
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
72
SKU:
00-PK-0002305
More about this title
About the Arranger: Michael Story
Michael Story is a prolific composer and arranger whose work spans band, orchestra, and choral settings. His arrangements prioritize accessibility without sacrificing musicality, making him a trusted voice in beginning ensemble literature.
Why we love this
Story's orchestration builds with surgical precision, trusting young players to carry the melody before layering in supporting voices. The optional percussion parts give every student in the room something to do, and the delicate framing at both ends of the piece rewards careful, intentional playing rather than forcing volume.
What to expect
The carol unfolds like morning light, with each new voice adding warmth without disrupting the intimacy of what came before. By the time the full ensemble settles in, it feels earned rather than crowded. The closing mirrors the opening, creating a sense of gentle return.
Who it's for
Beginning string orchestras with at least one year of ensemble experience. The Grade 1 difficulty means even younger groups can access it, making this ideal for holiday concerts where you need something that sounds festive but plays clean.
How to get the most out of it
- Start with the violin section alone during rehearsal to establish the carol's gentle character before adding other instruments. This shapes everyone's understanding of the piece's emotional arc.
- Balance matters here more than balance in faster pieces. Have violas and cellos play slightly back from violins so the melody sits cleanly on top.
- If you're using the optional percussion, rehearse them separately first so they understand they're adding texture, not doubling rhythms. This prevents them from overshadowing the strings.
- Shape the dynamic swells as the ensemble builds; slight crescendos through each new entrance keep the piece moving forward without static volume.
How to use it
This works beautifully as an opening piece for a winter concert, setting a reflective mood before moving into more spirited repertoire. It's also manageable enough to learn quickly if you need it later in the season, and the 1:43 runtime fits snugly into tight concert slots.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing melodic and harmonic voices in an ensemble texture
- Playing at soft dynamic levels with tone control
- Tracking gradual ensemble builds and entrances
- Reading and responding to conductor cues across sectional transitions
- Coordinating with optional percussion parts in a non-dominant role