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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThe ten pieces are drawn from staples of the classical repertoire, reduced to a few phrases (just two in the case of the Raindrop prelude). There are some lovely ideas, such as getting beginners to tap the rhythm of the Habanera on their instruments…..'fest' publications are good for situations in which players with differing levels of experience come together and need to produce performances of contrasting works in a short space of time.
Music Teacher Magazine, January 2008
The music is neatly produced and well laid out. As usual with Mary Cohen’s work, specific string techniques are included – pizzicato and different styles of bowing…..The choice of music is varied and interesting. Classic Stringfest contains many pieces that pupils should know, such as Largo from the New World Symphony, Grieg’s Norwegian Dance and an excerpt from the William Tell Overture.
Ensemble Magazine, January 2008
Table of ContentsGavotte ou la Musette (Bach); Asturias (Albeniz); Norwegian Dance No.3 (Grieg); William Tell (Rossini); Habanera (Bizet); Raindrop Prelude (Chopin); Ode to Joy (Beethoven); Largo from New World Symphony (Dvorak); Spring from the Four Seasons (Vivaldi); Minuet (Mozart).
