Ragtime Annie: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

$42.00 USD

Ragtime Annie: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Ragtime Annie: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-38472
Price: 42.00 USD
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Traditional / arr. Bob Phillips

Grade: 1.5

Item: 00-38472

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Here's a great way to teach easy syncopation. Students will love the fun, rhythmic flavor and will want to play the tune over and over. Each section is featured in this classic fiddle tune.

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Series: Highland/Etling String Explorer

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 72

UPC: 038081439723

SKU: 00-38472

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About the Arranger: Bob Phillips

Bob Phillips is a composer, arranger, and conductor who has shaped string education through decades of classroom innovation and large ensemble pedagogy. Since the 1980s, he built and directed the Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic into an internationally recognized ensemble while maintaining a comprehensive string program of over 700 students in Michigan. His work spans classical training and eclectic styles; he has published more than 200 compositions and arrangements for orchestras and bands, authored the Sound Innovations series across all six levels, and created groundbreaking collections including Jazz Philharmonic, Rock Philharmonic, Mariachi Philharmonic, and Latin Philharmonic.

Phillips' contributions to string education extend beyond his own publications. He has served as resident conductor and arranger for the Wintergrass Festival, guest conducted numerous all-state orchestras across the United States and internationally, and produced instructional DVDs widely adopted by educators. His arrangements and compositions appear regularly at the Midwest Clinic, and he holds recognition as an award-winning ASCAP composer. His work demonstrates how technical instruction and musical engagement reinforce each other when rooted in authentic, varied repertoire.

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Why we love this

This arrangement succeeds because it takes a beloved fiddle melody and distributes the spotlight across your entire ensemble. Every section gets a moment to lead, which builds confidence in younger players while the underlying syncopation teaches rhythm concepts that feel organic rather than imposed. The tune is so engaging that students ask to play it repeatedly, turning practice into pleasure.

What to expect

Ragtime Annie bounces with the infectious energy of a fiddle tune adapted for full ensemble. The fun is immediate; students recognize the melody as something alive and celebratory rather than abstract. When each section takes the lead, the piece reveals layers of rhythmic complexity that feel playful rather than demanding.

Who it's for

String orchestra students at the early intermediate stage, particularly those new to syncopated rhythms or building confidence in ensemble settings. Directors seeking accessible repertoire that maintains musical integrity while teaching authentic rhythmic concepts will find this especially useful for concert programming or festival preparation.

How to get the most out of it

Establish the rhythmic groove in rehearsal before worrying about precision. Tap the steady beat while you conduct until the syncopation feels inevitable rather than tricky.
Rotate which section carries the melody during sectional rehearsals. A violinist who hears the tune through a viola's voice learns something different than leading it themselves.
Record a run-through early and play it back. Hearing themselves nail the syncopation builds momentum and celebrates the win.

How to use it

Program this as a centerpiece on a concert celebrating American vernacular music, or pair it with other eclectic repertoire for a concert exploring rhythm across cultures. It works equally well as a festival or contest selection where judges appreciate both its pedagogical value and its audience appeal.