Ballad of Burning Sky
by Kathryn Griesinger
String Orchestra - Sheet Music

Orchestra Cello, Contrabass, Piano, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2, Violin 3, Wood Block - Grade 1.5

SKU: CF.FAS107

Composed by Kathryn Griesinger. First-Plus String Orchestra (FAS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+8+5+2+5+5+1+2+8 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 3 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #FAS107. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.FAS107).

ISBN 9781491151389. UPC: 680160908882. 9 x 12 inches. Key: G major.

Kathryn Griesinger's Ballad of Burning Sky is a rollicking ballad which tells a tale from the untamed frontier of the historic Wild West. In this easy first-position piece, students can create their own legend for this original tune patterned after traditional cowboy songs of America's past. An optional piano accompaniment is included.
This original ballad features a catchy tune patterned after traditional cowboy songs. Lilting offbeat pizzicato and a steady bass line give a lighthearted feel to this upbeat melody. All sections get to practice string crossings and a few easy accidentals in first position. The changing accompaniment lines will help reinforce counting and playing independently. Students will enjoy making up their own legendary tale, perhaps of a traveling stranger in a frontier town!