Songs of the British Isles: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Featuring "Down by the Salley Gardens" and "I Know Where I'm Going"
Traditional / arr. Patrick Roszell
Grade: 1.5
Item: 00-PK-0009188
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
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| Songs of the British Isles: Score | $10.00 | |
| Songs of the British Isles: 1st Violin | $3.00 | |
| Songs of the British Isles: 2nd Violin | $3.00 | |
| Songs of the British Isles: 3rd Violin (Viola [TC]) | $3.00 | |
| Songs of the British Isles: Viola | $3.00 | |
| Songs of the British Isles: Cello | $3.00 | |
| Songs of the British Isles: String Bass | $3.00 | |
| Songs of the British Isles: 1st Percussion | $3.00 |
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Description
Based on the folk songs "Down by the Salley Gardens" and "I Know Where I'm Going," Songs of the British Isles, by Patrick Roszell, is a lush and lyrical setting that is perfect for teaching lyrical playing to your younger players. This setting provides numerous teaching opportunities for slurring, legato bowing, phrasing, intonation, and dynamic shaping. A welcome addition to your program. (2:40)
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Additional Details
Series:
Belwin Beginning String Orchestra
Publisher:
Alfred Music
SKU:
00-PK-0009188
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Why we love this
Roszell's setting demonstrates how traditional folk melodies reveal themselves through careful voicing and texture. By drawing on two beloved British songs, he creates a cohesive arc that rewards younger players for developing genuine musical sensitivity rather than technical facility.
What to expect
The piece unfolds with the gentle lyricism of folk melody, flowing like water through a landscape. These familiar tunes feel nostalgic and warm, inviting players to listen closely to their own sound and the voices around them rather than simply reading notes.
Who it's for
This arrangement sits comfortably in the hands of beginning string orchestras working toward legato and lyrical control. Directors seeking repertoire that teaches phrasing and musical expression without overwhelming younger players will find the Grade 1.5 level both accessible and rewarding.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape each phrase with a clear breath point and gentle dynamic swell, even in passages marked at modest dynamic levels. Young players often play through phrases flatly; isolating one phrase at a time and rehearsing the arch teaches them to listen for shape.
- Balance the lyrical melody against the supporting voices by asking inner parts to play just below the dynamic level of the top voice. This prevents the accompaniment from masking the folk tune.
- Listen for intonation across the sustained notes that anchor each section. Ask players to adjust tuning together before moving forward, rather than treating intonation as a final-rehearsal concern.
- Establish a consistent legato bow stroke in early rehearsals by having all sections practice the same slurred figure in unison, focusing on smooth transitions between notes and even tone production.
How to use it
Pair this with a contrasting selection of similar length to create a focused concert moment on British music, or program it early in a concert to showcase the maturity your younger ensemble has developed. The 2:40 duration and folk-song familiarity make it equally suited to pops concerts, family audiences, or festival competition.
Skills your students will build
- Legato bowing and sustained tone production
- Phrase shaping and dynamic control across longer melodic lines
- Intonation awareness in sustained harmonies
- Slurred articulation and smooth bow transitions
- Balance and blend between melody and accompaniment