Point Lookout
A Fantasy on Civil War Songs
by Brian Balmages
String Orchestra - Sheet Music

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Orchestra String Orchestra - Grade 4.5

SKU: AP.98-ST6134

A Fantasy on Civil War Songs. Composed by Brian Balmages. MakeMusic Cloud; String Orchestra. FJH String Orchestra. Several songs are used in this fantasy. The dark opening and subsequent section is based on The Battle Cry of Freedom by George Frederic Root. The work then moves into a unique and sensitive setting of Battle Hymn of the Republic. As this section devel. Patriotic. Score and Part(s). Duration 6:15. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-ST6134. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (AP.98-ST6134).

UPC: 674398222568. English.

Inspired by the rich history of Point Lookout State Park in Maryland, this fantasy on civil war songs pays tribute to the remnants of Fort Lincoln, which served as a Civil War fortification. Songs used in the fantasy include The Battle Cry of Freedom, Battle Hymn of the Republic, and When Johnny Comes Marching Home Again. The piece is tied together with excerpts from America, the Beautiful, which comes in fully toward the end of the work. Magical!

About FJH String Orchestra

More emphasis on bow technique and independence of lines. For the accomplished middle, high school, college, or professional group. Grade 3 and up