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String Masters, Book 3: Violin 2: String Duo & Ensemble, Collections, Violin 2

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String Masters, Book 3: Violin 2: String Duo & Ensemble, Collections, Violin 2

String Masters, Book 3: Violin 2: String Duo & Ensemble, Collections, Violin 2

By Edmund. M. Goehring

Grade: 2

Item: 36-10370136
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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: 8-89-270772-8
ISBN13: 979-8-89-270772-5
UPC: 659859270876
SKU: 36-10370136
Instrumentation: Flexible String Ensemble: Violin 2

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About the Composer: Edmund M. Goehring

Edmund M. Goehring shaped string pedagogy through thoughtful curation and arrangement. His String Masters series demonstrates a deep understanding of what young ensembles need: repertoire that builds technique while remaining musically engaging, with flexible scoring that accommodates real classroom conditions.

Why we love this

Goehring understood what string directors need: repertoire flexible enough to work with any combination of instruments, yet substantive enough to develop real musicianship. The curated mix of Baroque dance forms, Romantic miniatures, and folk-inspired pieces gives your ensemble both historical grounding and genuine variety without requiring a full orchestra to sound complete.

What to expect

A curated journey through centuries of accessible string writing. You'll move from the elegant restraint of Purcell and Handel through the warmth of Romantic waltzes and character pieces, discovering that some of music's most enduring melodies live in spare, beautifully proportioned settings.

Who it's for

Young string players ready for intermediate repertoire who need reliable ensemble music that works with flexible instrumentation. This collection serves string orchestras, trios, and quartets where part independence and musical substance matter equally.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance the second violin line so it supports without overshadowing the first violins; adjust bow pressure and dynamic shaping to complement rather than compete with the melody part.
  • Use the piano accompaniment strategically to strengthen rhythmic cohesion when your ensemble is learning a piece, then gradually reduce it as confidence builds.
  • Treat the dance forms (minuets, gavottes, bourées) as stylistic studies; research the historical performance practice of each to inform your phrasing and articulation choices.
  • Pay attention to the harmonic movement in your part; second violin voices often carry crucial harmonic color that shapes the overall sound.

How to use it

Build a concert around a thematic arc using selections from this volume; pair Baroque dances for historical programming, or group the Romantic miniatures to explore 19th-century salon music. These pieces work equally well as standalone concert openers or as teaching works woven throughout the school year to reinforce harmonic literacy and stylistic awareness.

Skills your students will build

  • Reading and executing secondary voice harmony in multiple keys
  • Stylistic differentiation between Baroque dance forms (minuet, gavotte, bourée, hornpipe)
  • Intonation adjustments within harmonic progressions
  • Phrase shaping and dynamic balance as an ensemble member
  • Baroque ornamentation conventions
  • Flexible rhythmic interpretation across 17th- through 19th-century styles

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