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Samuel COLERIDGE-TAYLOR | 3 Short Pieces | for String Quintet
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String Ensemble, String Quintet Cello, Double Bass, String Bass, Viola, Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1633571
By Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. By Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. Arranged by Andrew Lamb. This edition: pdf, streaming. 19th Century, Romantic Period. 48 pages. Andrew Lamb #1201807. Published by Andrew Lamb (A0.1633571).
Experience the poignant beauty of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s Three Short Pieces in this expressive string quintet arrangement, carefully adapted for an ensemble of five instruments. This medium-difficulty arrangement preserves the lyrical melancholy and rich harmonic textures of the original while offering a fresh, immersive experience for chamber musicians.
Instrumentation & Parts Included:
This arrangement is scored for:
1. Violin I
2. Violin II
3. Viola
4. Violoncello (Cello)
5. Contrabass (Double Bass)
Each part is thoughtfully crafted to maintain the emotional depth and melodic interplay that define Coleridge-Taylor’s work, ensuring a balanced and engaging performance.
About Three Short Pieces
Three Short Pieces exemplifies Coleridge-Taylor’s gift for lyrical phrasing and poignant harmonic progressions. This arrangement for string quintet enhances the piece’s introspective character, allowing each instrument to contribute to its solemn yet tender atmosphere. The movements are titled: I. Arietta, II. Elegy, III. Melody.
Key Features:
Medium difficulty – Accessible to advanced student ensembles and professional chamber groups
Concert-ready – Ideal for recitals, memorial services, or thematic concert programs
Expressive dynamics & articulations – Faithful to Coleridge-Taylor’s emotive style
Clear, legible engraving – Designed for ease of reading and performance
Suggested Use:
Chamber music concerts
Tribute or memorial performances
Educational settings (college/university ensembles)
Repertoire exploring works by underrepresented composers
Bring the haunting beauty of Coleridge-Taylor’s Three Short Pieces to life with this evocative string quintet arrangement—a moving addition to any ensemble’s repertoire.
Format: Digital PDF (individual parts + full score)
Publisher: Andrew Lamb Music
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