Desert Sunrise

Description

Violin 1, Violin 2, Violin 3, Viola, Cello, Contrabass, Harp — Desert Sunrise is a warm, lush piece for early-intermediate String Orchestra. It has simple, playable, yet interesting elements for all performers. Teaching opportunities including: legato, and pizzicato articulations, dynamics changes, a focus on intonation, playing together in very simple repeated rhythms, and easily accessible though sonorous harmonies. An enjoyable piece to teach and to play as well as to hear for the audience.