Glasconia Orchestra - Sheet Music

SKU: CF.CAS167F

ISBN 9781491167472. UPC: 680160926893. 9x12 inches. Key: G major,a minor.

This musical adventure follows a journey of ambition, persevering through tumultuous times and rising to the glorious triumph of achieved success. The piece begins with violin and cello, building in texture and strength as instruments join in. Mixed meter and staccato accompaniments depict unexpected challenges, but a steadfast theme endures and rises triumphantly. Representing all who are inspired by determination, the entire orchestra comes together to celebrate the legacy of music.
The piece was written to celebrate Martin and Alice Glasco for building a legacy of orchestra programs in Chesapeake, Virginia schools. The title is based on the Glasco name and describes their journey. The music starts with a violin and cello feature, representing the two pioneers in the early days of founding the orchestras. More complex rhythm patterns and meter changes depict the difficult work in the middle, leading to a triumphant finale to express their success at the end of the career. Dedicated to all orchestra directors who pour their lives into students, day after day, this theme of perseverance and joy offers a rewarding performance experience for students as well.

About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series

This series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys but technical demands are still carefully considered
• More comprehensive bowing techniques
• Viola T.C. included
• Careful selection of keys and degree of difficulty for advancing musicians