Emma Louise ASHFORD | Andante non troppo | for String Quintet String Orchestra - Digital Sheet Music
23064906
Emma Louise ASHFORD | Andante non troppo | for String Quintet
23064906
23064906
23064906
Details
String Ensemble, String Quintet Cello, Double Bass, String Bass, Viola, Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download
Level of Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Designed for intermediate-level players, this piece features expressive melodies, gentle counterpoint, and accessible technical demands, making it an excellent choice for:
*Student ensembles
*Community orchestras
*Chamber music recitals
*Sacred or reflective concert programming
About the Composer
Emma Louise Ashford was a prolific composer, organist, and music editor, best known for her contributions to sacred and choral music in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A skilled organist from a young age, she composed over 600 works, including anthems, cantatas, hymn tunes, and instrumental pieces. Her music blends Romantic lyricism with accessible yet refined harmonies, making her works enduringly appealing.
Performance Notes
*Tempo & Expression: The Andante non Troppo marking suggests a moderate, flowing pace with gentle phrasing.
*Balance & Dynamics: The double bass provides a warm foundation, while the upper strings carry the melodic lines with sensitivity.
*Ensemble Use: Ideal for chamber concerts, educational performances, or liturgical settings where a contemplative yet engaging work is desired.
Why Choose This Arrangement?
*Showcases Ashford’s underappreciated instrumental writing
*Enhances string ensemble repertoire with a late-Romantic gem
*Accessible yet musically rewarding for developing players
This string quintet arrangement of Andante non Troppo offers a timeless addition to any ensemble’s library, celebrating the legacy of a remarkable American female composer.
Sheet music available for individual parts and full score.
SKU: A0.1645733
By Emma Louise Ashford. Composed by Emma Louise Ashford. Arranged by Andrew Lamb. This edition: audio, pdf, streaming. 19th Century, Wedding. 18 pages. Andrew Lamb #1212687. Published by Andrew Lamb (A0.1645733).This elegant string quintet arrangement of Andante non Troppo by American composer Emma Louise Ashford (1850–1930) brings her expressive late-Romantic style to an intimate chamber setting. Scored for five string instruments, this adaptation preserves the lyrical beauty and harmonic richness of Ashford’s original work while offering a fresh, ensemble-focused interpretation.
Instrumentation
This arrangement is scored for:
- Violin 1
- Violin 2
- Viola
- Violoncello
- Double Bass
Level of Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Designed for intermediate-level players, this piece features expressive melodies, gentle counterpoint, and accessible technical demands, making it an excellent choice for:
*Student ensembles
*Community orchestras
*Chamber music recitals
*Sacred or reflective concert programming
About the Composer
Emma Louise Ashford was a prolific composer, organist, and music editor, best known for her contributions to sacred and choral music in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A skilled organist from a young age, she composed over 600 works, including anthems, cantatas, hymn tunes, and instrumental pieces. Her music blends Romantic lyricism with accessible yet refined harmonies, making her works enduringly appealing.
Performance Notes
*Tempo & Expression: The Andante non Troppo marking suggests a moderate, flowing pace with gentle phrasing.
*Balance & Dynamics: The double bass provides a warm foundation, while the upper strings carry the melodic lines with sensitivity.
*Ensemble Use: Ideal for chamber concerts, educational performances, or liturgical settings where a contemplative yet engaging work is desired.
Why Choose This Arrangement?
*Showcases Ashford’s underappreciated instrumental writing
*Enhances string ensemble repertoire with a late-Romantic gem
*Accessible yet musically rewarding for developing players
This string quintet arrangement of Andante non Troppo offers a timeless addition to any ensemble’s library, celebrating the legacy of a remarkable American female composer.
Sheet music available for individual parts and full score.
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