Two Schumann Chorales (arr. Carl Strommen): String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
By Robert Schumann / Arranged by Carl Strommen
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK01913917
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In 1848 Robert Shumann composed a collection of 43 short works for his three daughters titled Album For The Young. This arrangement features no. 4 and 41, perecetly scored for beginning level string musicians. Exellent for reinforcing dynamics and teaching classical repertoire.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01913917
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About the Composer: Robert Schumann
Robert Schumann stands among the Romantic era's most prolific composers, drawing inspiration from literature, nature, and his own intimate musical circle. His Album for the Young, composed in 1848, emerged from his deep commitment to music education and his desire to create works that would engage young musicians while maintaining artistic integrity. These brief character pieces reveal Schumann's gift for melody and harmonic clarity, making them enduring staples in string curricula worldwide.
Why we love this
Strommen's scoring preserves the lyrical grace of Schumann's originals while remaining genuinely accessible to Grade 2 ensembles. The two contrasting pieces work beautifully as a pair, offering your students early exposure to classical form and expression without overwhelming technical demands. This is repertoire that sounds mature and refined, which builds confidence in young musicians while introducing them to one of the Romantic period's essential voices.
What to expect
These chorales radiate the intimate warmth Schumann brought to miniature forms, full of gentle character and clear harmonic movement. The writing invites young musicians to experience how melody, dynamics, and texture work together to create expressive depth within a simple framework.
Who it's for
Beginning string orchestras seeking authentic classical repertoire that builds musicianship without excessive technical hurdles. This works equally well for festival programs, classroom ensembles, or groups introducing students to the Romantic era.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the phrases through dynamic inflection rather than tempo fluctuation; guide students to hear where Schumann's melodies naturally breathe and swell
- Balance the inner voices carefully in the second piece, ensuring that harmonic movement supports rather than obscures the primary theme
- Allow the violins to sing freely in the opening piece while keeping accompaniment figures transparent and rhythmically aligned
How to use it
Pair these pieces with other Grade 2 classical selections to frame an era-focused concert segment, or use them early in the year to establish foundational concepts around phrasing and dynamic control. Their modest length and accessible charm make them ideal for young musicians' first public performances.
Skills your students will build
- Dynamic shaping and phrasing in classical contexts
- Reading and executing articulation markings
- Listening for balanced ensemble sound across four parts
- Understanding harmonic progression through melodic accompaniment
- Sustaining consistent intonation in longer note values