Sunset Overture Matt Moreno

Sunset Overture Matt Moreno"Sunset Overture", composed by Lorrie Baum, is an original non programmatic allegro work for young string orchestra. With abundant 21st century counterpoint, the piece offers multiple layers of excitement as the melodies are passed through each section of the orchestra. All instruments remain in first position except for some high Es in the cellos. The gloriously lyrical middle section is followed by a recapitulation of the main theme and an exciting

composer David Bobrowitz has dug deep into his imagination to spin a musical version of the Cinderella story that is just as enchanting as the ageless tale of the cleaning girl who indeed finds her Prince Charming

and all instruments have their turns at the melody and opportunities for solos

some cello divisi

This very solid string arrangement of a Bach keyboard work is a great way to introduce young orchestras to the wonders of Baroque counterpoint

Even you haven't been to a horse race

This composition uses a tenor recorder to help create a Native American ambience

the composer has crafted a compelling work that steadily builds to an exciting conclusion

In the composer's words

Featuring an accentuated spiccato rhythmic melody

Images of gypsies in celebratory dance around a campfire are easily conjured up when listening to this delightful work that hearkens to eastern Europe

who disappeared in 2010 while trekking in Nepal

Playing the "Rondo-Finale" will introduce your students to the well-proportioned pleasures of Classical music