Processional Prelude: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
By George Frideric Handel / Arranged by Harvey Whistler / Arranged by Herman Hummel
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00175785
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Processional Prelude - Full Score | $6.00 | |
| Processional Prelude - Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| Processional Prelude - Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| Processional Prelude - Violin 3 (Viola Treble Clef) | $7.00 | |
| Processional Prelude - Viola | $7.00 | |
| Processional Prelude - Cello | $7.00 | |
| Processional Prelude - Bass | $7.00 | |
| Processional Prelude - Piano | $7.00 |
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Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00175785
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About the Composer: George Frideric Handel
George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) stands as one of the Baroque era's most versatile composers, equally commanding in opera, oratorio, and instrumental music. His facility with melody and gift for writing across ensembles made him a favorite of both court and public throughout his long career in England.
Handel's music remains central to music education because of its clarity, directness, and genuine theatrical flair. Even his shorter works carry the hallmarks that made him famous: singable lines, bright harmonic movement, and writing that respects the character of each instrument.
Why we love this
This arrangement brings Handel's ceremonial language within reach of developing orchestras without sacrificing any of the dignity that makes processional music work. The Grade 2 setting preserves the essential character of the original while keeping technical demands manageable, so your ensemble can focus on phrasing, balance, and the kind of confident ensemble playing that makes opening moments matter.
What to expect
Stately and composed, with an understated elegance that suggests formality without becoming stiff. The music moves forward with natural momentum, built from clear harmonic progressions and straightforward melodic ideas that feel both accessible and genuinely Baroque.
Who it's for
Beginning to early intermediate string orchestras looking for repertoire with genuine musical substance and clear ceremonial character. This works equally well for ensembles preparing their first concert or looking to broaden students' exposure to Baroque style and structure.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the opening phrase with a gentle lean toward the top note; let the melody breathe rather than marching through it mechanically.
- Balance the inner voices carefully so that harmonic movement stays visible even as the first violins carry the primary line.
- Mark clear section entries in your parts ahead of time so players know when they're providing texture versus when they're playing the tune.
- Settle on a tempo in rehearsal that allows clean articulation without rushing; a processional that feels unhurried projects more authority than one that's merely fast.
How to use it
Open a concert with this to establish tone and audience attention, or place it strategically between heavier contemporary works to provide textural contrast and era variety. At under three minutes, it's also an excellent choice for a shorter winter or spring concert or as an educational encore.
Skills your students will build
- Playing a sustained processional tempo without accelerating
- Distinguishing primary melody from accompanying harmonic voices
- Maintaining clear articulation on repeated harmonic figures
- Responding to conductor direction for phrase shaping and balance