Old MacDonald Had a Farm

SKU: PR.11140244S

UPC: 680160616077. 9.5 x 13 inches. Old MacDonald Had A Farm.

Commissioned by the Philadelphia Orchestra Association, Dorff uses the familiar Old MacDonald to introduce children to various instruments within an orchestra, calling upon each in turn for examples of their sounds, and then merging all of the soloists into an original variation on the theme. An effective showcase for children's concerts. Duration: 6'.

SKU: CF.PPS47F

ISBN 9781491147801. UPC: 680160905300. 9 x 12 inches.

Imagine if you can the north pole where Santa keeps all of his reindeer. Someone, whether Santa himself or the elves in his employ, has to keep them fed, warm, and happy if they are to do the impossible again in a year's time. Old St. Nicholas Had a Farm has some fun with this idea by mashing up the classic song Old MacDonald with popular Christmas Carols. Using only the first six notes of the Bb scale and only two repeated eighth notes as the most challenging rhythm, students will feel comfortable playing the sound of sleigh bells, the crack of Santa's whip, and the thunder of reindeer hoofs. This piece will make a perfect addition to your next holiday concert and audiences will delight in participating.

SKU: AP.48097

UPC: 038081557144. English.

Barnyard Variations by Andrew Dabczynski is a creative set of humorous variants on the familiar Old MacDonald folk song. Every orchestra section is featured in a variation, each musically imitating a different barnyard animal. Students explore contemporary techniques with a bluegrass flare. This piece makes an excellent opening or closing piece for concerts, or an introduction to the instruments in recruiting or educational programs. (3:45).