Pine Mountain: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

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Pine Mountain: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Pine Mountain: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-51964
Price: 50.00 USD
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By Katie O'Hara LaBrie

Grade: 1.5

Item: 00-51964

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Get ready to stomp your feet and capture the enduring spirit of the Appalachian Mountains! This original fiddle tune by Katie O'Hara LaBrie uses a fun pentatonic melody supported by cool effects such as double stops, chopping with the bow, and slapping the bass. Pine Mountain is certain to be a good time! (2:00)

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Series: MakeMusic Developing Strings

Publisher: MakeMusic Publications

ISBN10: 1-4706-7136-0

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-7136-5

UPC: 038081593050

SKU: 00-51964

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About the Composer: Katie O'Hara LaBrie

Katie O'Hara LaBrie is a composer, conductor, and cellist based in Northern Virginia whose work grows directly from her fifteen years in the classroom. She earned her Bachelor of Music in Music Education from St. Olaf College and her Master of Music in Instrumental Conducting from George Mason University, training under Steven Amundson and Anthony Maiello respectively. Her compositions prioritize what matters most to music educators: pieces that teach something valuable, engage audiences, and above all, excite the players performing them.

LaBrie's commitment to purposeful music education has earned her multiple J.W. Pepper Editor's Choice selections and performances at prestigious venues including the Midwest Band and Orchestra Directors Clinic and American String Teachers Association Conference. In 2022, Yamaha recognized her as one of their "40 Under 40" honorees for her innovation and leadership in music education. She founded the Fairfax Chamber Players and co-created "the Big IDEA" practice method. She lives in Fairfax, Virginia with her husband Joe, a middle school band director, and their son Liam.

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Why we love this

This original fiddle tune taps into the infectious energy of Appalachian music without requiring your students to master complex techniques or rely on prior folk music knowledge. The Grade 1.5 scoring makes it accessible to developing orchestras while the rhythmic drive, double stops, and percussive bow effects keep everyone engaged and having genuine fun. It's the kind of piece that reminds young string players why they picked up their instruments in the first place.

What to expect

Pine Mountain captures the foot-stomping spirit and raw energy of Appalachian mountain music, anchored by a pentatonic melody that feels both modern and timeless. The interplay of double stops, rhythmic bow chopping, and bass slaps creates a percussive, almost dance-like texture that propels the piece forward with genuine warmth and character.

Who it's for

String orchestras in grades 1-2 that want to program something original, rhythmically grounded, and genuinely fun to play. It works equally well for students encountering folk idioms for the first time and for ensembles looking for a high-energy festival or concert opener that doesn't require extensive background preparation.

How to get the most out of it

Establish a steady, grounded pulse from the outset; the "stomp your feet" character only lands when the rhythm section (cellos and basses) locks in with confidence.
Work the double stops and chopping effects separately before combining them with the full texture; these articulations are the personality of the piece, and clarity here elevates the whole performance.
Let the bow slapping on the bass part breathe naturally without forcing it; it should feel like a refreshing rhythmic texture, not a gimmick.
Record a rehearsal run-through and listen back as an ensemble; young players often underestimate their own rhythmic tightness and hearing it playback builds momentum toward performance.

How to use it

Open a concert or festival appearance with this piece to set a bright, engaging tone from the first note. Its two-minute length and high entertainment value also make it ideal for pops concerts, school assemblies, or as a confidence-builder early in the season when you want students to experience immediate success with contemporary repertoire.