Bach Chorales for Intermediate-level String Players
When preparing young string musicians for the transition from solo to ensemble playing, there’s no better guide than the Bach & Before for Strings book from Kjos. The book comprises 19 Bach chorales arranged for intermediate-level soprano, alto, tenor, and bass voices, but they’re also suitable for unison playing. But the benefits are plentiful regardless of your chosen approach; students will learn good intonation, ensemble awareness, and expressive playing. Instructors at the Sweetwater Academy of Music & Technology find these chorales to be excellent for warm-ups, teaching new concepts, and even live performances! Supply students with the tools they need for ensemble work with Kjos’s Bach & Before for Strings book.
Kjos Bach & Before for Strings Features:
- Student-friendly book containing 19 Bach chorales for strings
- SATB arrangements allow students and lesson groups to experience playing all four voice parts
- Multiple Option Scoring System supports unison playing as well as full, four-part harmony performances
- Encourages good intonation, ensemble awareness, and expressive playing
