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String Masters, Book 3: Violin 1: String Duo & Ensemble, Collections, Violin 1

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String Masters, Book 3: Violin 1: String Duo & Ensemble, Collections, Violin 1

String Masters, Book 3: Violin 1: String Duo & Ensemble, Collections, Violin 1

By Edmund. M. Goehring

Grade: 2

Item: 36-10370135
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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 3: 1. Minuet (Purcell); 2. Minuet from "Proserpine" (Lully); 3. Hornpipe (Purcell); 4. Chorale (Crueger); 5. Air from "Atys" (Lully); 6. Going East (Old Netherland); 7. Air (Purcell); 8. Mazurka (Gliere); 9. Prelude (Liadow); 10. March from "Theseus" (Lully); 11. Bouree (Babell); 12. Gavotte in A (Handel); 13. Andante (Schuett); 14. March from "Occasional Suite" (Handel); 15. Theme from "First Symphony" (Brahms); 16. Gold and Silver Waltz (Lehar); 17. Waltz (Gurlitt); 18. Wilhelm from "Nassau" (Old Netherland); 19. Gavotte in G (Handel).

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Series: LudwigMasters String Series
Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.
ISBN10: 1-63-361237-6
ISBN13: 978-1-63-361237-2
UPC: 659859015651
SKU: 36-10370135
Instrumentation: Flexible String Ensemble: Violin 1

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Why we love this

Goehring understood what young string players need: repertoire that sounds sophisticated without demanding virtuosity. The collection moves through Baroque dance forms and Romantic miniatures with deliberate pedagogical progression, letting students experience genuine musical literature at their reading level while the flexible instrumentation means you're never stuck waiting for missing parts.

What to expect

A curated tour through musical history compressed into digestible pieces. The Purcell and Lully selections carry the elegance of English and French court music, the German Chorale feels contemplative and anchored, and the later Romantic selections (Brahms, Lehár, Glière) bring warmth and lyrical sweep without overwhelming young players.

Who it's for

Violin 1 players in intermediate string ensembles, trios, and quartets who can read in the upper positions and manage minor keys with confidence. This collection suits young orchestras that have moved beyond unison playing and are ready to explore counterpoint and functional harmony while staying grounded in accessible music.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape each phrase according to the dance form indicated (minuet, gavotte, waltz, hornpipe). These stylistic shapes are built into the rhythmic and harmonic structure; honor them through articulation and tempo.
  • Balance the Violin 1 line against the ensemble rather than leading every phrase. Many selections are designed so the first violin carries melody while other voices provide harmonic support, and this balance demonstrates ensemble listening.
  • Use the piano accompaniment strategically to reinforce intonation in unfamiliar keys (particularly the Gavotte in A and Handel's movements) without letting it mask the string sound in performance.
  • Attend to the rhythmic precision of Baroque figures, especially in the Bourée and Hornpipe, where crisp articulation defines period style.

How to use it

Build a concert around these selections grouped by era or dance type, or select individual pieces to anchor each rehearsal's sight-reading work. The shorter selections work as concert openers or intermission pieces, while the Brahms and Lehár waltzes can anchor a Romantic-era program or serve as transitions between larger ensemble works.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading in multiple keys including sharps and flats beyond two sharps/flats
  • Understanding period style and articulation appropriate to Baroque and Romantic forms
  • Balance and blend in ensemble textures where Violin 1 is not always the melodic voice
  • Ensemble intonation in functional harmony rather than unison
  • Rhythmic precision in dance figures and character pieces
  • Interpretation of tempo and dynamic markings in context of musical form

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