Toccata Set Type:Full SetWorking with a classic keyboard composition, the arranger, John Beeman, has done an admirable job of making this esteemed work accessible to the young string orchestra. Use this excellent setting of a familiar piece as a great way to introduce your students to the pleasures of playing Baroque music!
This arrangement will have your audience humming to themselves at first and then clapping to the thunderous hooves of the "Camptown Races"
all parts remain in first position with no accidentals or tricky bowings
” Now you have the Dusty Bridge Blues
Each section of the orchestra contributes to the momentum
and your audience enjoy this piece
expressing the deep loss of everyone who knew Captain Santa
Contrasting the dance-like opening
keys of “e” minor and “a” minor
as if from some high peak
and styles in always surprising fashion in this quirky and humorous musical setting that will be a delight for your players and audience
It is a heartfelt gem that should become a standard in the literature
the staccato notes symbolize rain droplets
