A Composition That Can Grow with Your Orchestra
Opening with a bold statement that resonates throughout the piece, "Field Day" is an accessible overture for young musicians developing their craft. Its grade 1.5 rating makes it ideal for beginning ensembles ready to explore next-level concepts, as well as early middle school string orchestras, reinforcing foundational techniques. While fully performable with strings alone, the score also includes winds and percussion, allowing the piece to grow with students as they gain experience playing alongside other instruments — a feature highly valued by educators at Sweetwater’s Academy of Music & Technology. Whether performed by a string-only group or a full orchestra, Alfred's sheet music for Chris M. Bernotas’s "Field Day" provides a solid foundation for building essential skills while keeping audiences engaged.
Alfred Music Field Day Features:
- String orchestra composition designed to build around a beginner ensemble
- Robust overture with interconnected rhythms and harmonies throughout
- Grade 1.5 rating represents a great opportunity for beginner and middle school ensembles
- Composed by Chris M. Bernotas
- Ready for rehearsal with conductor score and individual parts
