Taco Time!: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
By James Kazik
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00391251
$35.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Taco Time! - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| Taco Time! - Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| Taco Time! - Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| Taco Time! - Viola | $7.00 | |
| Taco Time! - Cello | $7.00 | |
| Taco Time! - String Bass | $7.00 | |
| Taco Time! - Piano | $7.00 | |
| Taco Time! - Percussion 1 | $7.00 | |
| Taco Time! - Percussion 2 | $7.00 |
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00391251
More about this title
Why we love this
This piece captures infectious energy without requiring technical sophistication, making it an ideal closer for a concert when you want the audience smiling as they leave. The straightforward Grade 2 scoring lets younger students experience the satisfaction of playing something genuinely fun rather than a drill.
What to expect
Bright, approachable, and deliberately playful. The musical language stays simple but never condescending, with a two-minute runtime that holds attention without overstaying its welcome.
Who it's for
String orchestras at the intermediate level who want something contemporary and lighthearted. This works especially well for players who respond to humor and recognizable subjects rather than abstract musical concepts.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the tempo steady and resist the urge to rush; the humor lands when the rhythm feels secure and intentional.
- Balance the melody across your sections so the main tune stays audible even when accompaniment figures thicken.
- Articulation clarity matters here. Crisp attacks on staccato figures give the piece its playful character.
- Let younger players feel permission to smile while they perform; the confidence shows in the ensemble sound.
How to use it
Position this near the end of a concert to shift the mood toward fun and celebration. It pairs well after more serious repertoire, giving audiences a chance to relax and enjoy the students' musicianship without heavy emotional weight.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining steady ensemble rhythm under a conductor
- Balancing melody and accompaniment textures
- Sustaining tone quality across extended bow changes
- Responding to articulation patterns (staccato and legato contrast)
- Ensemble intonation in simple harmonic progressions