Format: Conductor Score
Contributors: By Gustav Mahler / arr. Jim Palmer
Series: Sound Innovations for String Orchestra
Level: 1.5
Grade: (1.5)
This piece is based on a minor version of "Frère Jacques," as heard in Gustav Mahler's first symphony. The haunting melody and creative variations will immediately capture the students' interest. The wide range of dynamics and contrasting styles in this theme and variation setting create a beautiful piece for the concert and festival stage. (2:45) Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 4.