Elephas Maximus (For Solo Bass and String Orchestra)

The Latin name for our largest living land animal provides the title for this solo for bass with orchestra. Beginning with the “awakening,” the solo continues with the first lumbering steps before the giant mammal reaches full speed. Light, lyrical and even comedic, the piece was inspired by a trip to the Taronga Zoo in Sydney, Australia, and the way Burma, the elephant, moved and swayed. (1:50)

Additional Information

SKU#: 00-29666S
UPC: 038081323862
Series: Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra
Secondary Category: String Orchestra
Format: Conductor Score
Page Count: 8
Contributors: By Robert W. Smith
Level: 3 – (3)
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