In the Pirate’s Wake

Hoist the Jolly Roger and break out the cutlasses! With the added percussion, this piece is a fun and exciting introduction to the key of D-minor, reminiscent of the glory days of piracy, certain to entertain every member of your audience. Students will use a variety of right-hand techniques, including double up-bows, bow lifts, and pizzicato. They will expand their rhythmic knowledge by using a dotted eighth/sixteenth note combination. Left-hand technique is challenged through straight-forward third position work for first violins and alternating between C-natural and C-sharp in most parts. Students will also develop good ear-training skills in the passages that use parallel-thirds.

Additional Information

SKU#: 00-40477
UPC: 038081454382
Series: Highland/Etling String Orchestra
Secondary Category: String Orchestra
Format: Conductor Score & Parts
Page Count: 132
Contributors: By Richard Rigg
Level: 2 – (2)
PDF Link