Scherzo: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

$55.00 USD

Scherzo: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Scherzo: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-ST6334
Price: 55.00 USD
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By Roger Zare

Grade: 5

Item: 98-ST6334

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Written when the composer was a mere 15 years old, this jaunty scherzo will take your ensemble on a high-speed ride! Sections take turns bouncing around with the work's catchy melodies before moving into a slow detour with lush and yearning harmonies. The work eventually returns to its original tempo before moving into a delightful and unexpected ending. Fabulous!

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Series: FJH String Orchestra

Publisher: The FJH Music Company, Inc.

UPC: 674398231843

SKU: 98-ST6334

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About the Composer: Roger Zare

Roger Zare is a prolific composer whose works span orchestral, band, choral, and chamber music. His catalog is widely performed in schools and concert halls, where his gift for accessible yet sophisticated writing has made him a fixture in music education. Zare's compositional voice balances structural clarity with genuine melodic appeal, earning him a reputation as a composer who understands what performers and audiences want to hear.

Zare has served on the faculty at several institutions and remains an active composer and educator. His string orchestra and band works in particular have become standard repertoire at the secondary and collegiate levels, valued for their musicianship demands and enduring appeal.

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Why we love this

This scherzo captures infectious energy without sacrificing musical substance. The contrast between the bouncing, rhythmic opening and the lush harmonic middle section gives your ensemble a genuine interpretive arc to develop, while the unexpected finale rewards audiences and keeps performers engaged through to the last note.

What to expect

Imagine a musical conversation where strings take turns tossing a playful melody around the ensemble, then pause to share a moment of quiet longing before the fun resumes with a wink. The energy is buoyant and infectious, yet sophisticated enough to hold the attention of serious musicians.

Who it's for

Grade 5 string orchestras seeking repertoire that challenges musicianship while remaining joyful to perform. This works equally well for ensemble that wants strong festival or contest material and for programs looking to showcase a piece that balances technical demand with immediate appeal.

How to get the most out of it

Keep the opening sections light and articulate; clarity of the catchy melodies matters more than volume. Younger ensembles often play these sections too heavily.
Shape the slow middle section as a genuine departure. Encourage your players to sustain with warmth and allow the yearning harmonies to breathe.
Lock the tempo transition back to the original speed. Use a clear preparatory gesture so the ensemble feels the return as a unified moment, not a jolt.
The ending is genuinely surprising only if the buildup before it feels controlled and intentional. Resist the urge to rush into the final bars.

How to use it

Program this as an opener or transition piece on a concert that needs a shift in mood. The scherzo's brevity and strong personality also make it ideal for festival or competition play, where it serves as a calling card for your ensemble's versatility and rhythmic control.