Format: Conductor Score & Parts
Contributors: Various Composers / arr. Bob Phillips and Pam Phillips
Series: Sound Innovations Series for Strings
Level: 1.5
Grade: (1.5)
An engaging and playful piece for beginning string orchestra, Playlist takes students on a whirlwind tour of nine iconic classical themes. Imagining the experience of flipping through tracks on a smartphone, the piece blends beloved melodies with a fresh, modern twist. It even includes a part for a guest performer, such as your principal. Perfect for developing young players' listening skills and ensemble awareness while introducing them to the classics, Playlist is written in the keys of D and G and stays in first position (except for the basses), making it accessible and fun. Fast-paced, flexible, and educational, Playlist by Bob Phillips and Pam Phillips is sure to be a favorite with students and audiences alike.