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String Masters, Book 1: Bass: String Duo & Ensemble, Collections, DB

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String Masters, Book 1: Bass: String Duo & Ensemble, Collections, DB

String Masters, Book 1: Bass: String Duo & Ensemble, Collections, DB

By Edmund M. Goehring

Grade: 2

Item: 36-10370123
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The String Master collections are easy to intermediate, harmonized collections of classical themes and popular tunes for young string orchestras. They are presented in such a way as to be playable with any combination of strings (as the piano accompaniment can be used to fill in any missing parts, or to strengthen weak sections), with a variety of difficulty levels available in the violin parts, thus enhancing the value of this collection. The compositions in this volume have been selected for their programmatic and educational as well as developmental values. The material has also been compiled with the viewpoint of keeping it interesting from the melodic, rhythmic and harmonic outlook, and to instill well-balanced musicianship. Suitable for trios, quartets, and string orchestras. Included in Book 1: 1. "Praise God" Choral (Old German); 2. Water Music (Handel); 3. Choral (Teschner); 4. Irish Folk Song (anonymous); 5. Choral (J.S. Bach); 6. Spanish Folk Song (anonymous); 7. March from "Joshua" (Handel); 8. Berceuse (Reber); 9. Chorale (J.S. Bach); 10. The Great Gate of Kiev (Mussorgsky); 11. Chorale (Mendelssohn); 12. March from "Nutcracker Suite" (Tchaikovsky); 13. Morning Prayer (Tchaikovsky); 14. German Dance (Dittersdorf); 15. Rosamunde (Schubert); 16. Prologue (Gounod); 17. Festival March (Grieg); 18. Chorale (J.S. Bach); 19. Hansel und Gretel selection (Humperdinck); 20. Agnus Dei (Bizet).

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Series: LudwigMasters String Series
Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.
ISBN10: 1-62156-525-4
ISBN13: 978-1-62156-525-3
UPC: 659859065540
SKU: 36-10370123
Instrumentation: Flexible String Ensemble: Double Bass

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Why we love this

Goehring's curation balances repertoire familiarity with genuine pedagogical progression. Bass players benefit from the flexible scoring approach: the piano accompaniment functions as a genuine safety net rather than decoration, which means young players can focus on intonation and rhythm without fear of exposing thin sound. Twenty carefully chosen arrangements deliver substantial musical content at Grade 2 without oversimplifying what made these pieces matter in the first place.

What to expect

A tour through musical tradition that feels purposeful rather than random. Movements from Handel and Mussorgsky sit alongside folk songs and familiar chorales, creating a listening experience that grounds young players in classical idiom while honoring the beauty of simpler material. The writing creates moments of gentle responsibility for bass voices without overwhelming.

Who it's for

Young string players in their second year of study, whether in trios, quartets, or full string orchestras. Bass players at this level need substantial, musically coherent material that treats the bass line as integral to ensemble sound rather than peripheral. This collection serves players ready to move beyond unison exercises into genuine harmonic literacy.

How to get the most out of it

  • Establish the bass line's role as harmonic foundation early in rehearsal, then isolate it without upper strings to build confidence in intonation and time feel.
  • Use the piano accompaniment strategically during early rehearsals to anchor harmonic language, then gradually reduce it as the ensemble's sense of tonality solidifies.
  • Pay attention to dynamic contrast within each arrangement; the variety of source material means bass lines shift between supporting roles and moments of minor melodic responsibility.
  • Balance the plucked and bowed sections thoughtfully; Grade 2 bass players benefit from clear rehearsal time on whichever articulation appears in each piece.

How to use it

Deploy these arrangements throughout the year as repertoire staples rather than fill-in material. Many pieces work well in family concerts (the Tchaikovsky selections, Schubert's Rosamunde, the Nutcracker March) and educational presentations. The collection's length and variety also make it suitable for sectional development in ensembles working toward larger mixed-instrumentation concerts.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading bass clef in varied harmonic contexts
  • Listening to upper voice melodies while maintaining rhythmic and intonational integrity
  • Shifting bow focus between accompaniment figures and occasional melodic moments
  • Recognizing harmonic progressions across classical and folk idioms
  • Playing with ensemble cohesion in flexible string configurations (duos, trios, quartets, full orchestras)
  • Responding to dynamic and tempo markings across contrasting musical styles

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