Pizzicato Polka

Pizzicato Polka

1200
$29.95

“With Just a Few…” Series – by Martha Lynn Thompson

                   for 6 or 7 ringers… or fewer

Catalog:  1200

Title: Pizzicato Polka                                                               

Composer: Johann and Josef Strauss

Arranger: Martha Lynn Thompson

Handbells used: 3 octaves   C5 – C7

Handchimes used:  n/a

Level:  3

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This delightful polka by the Stauss brothers – Johann and Josef – was written for plucked strings and glockenspiel in advance of a trip to Russia where it was to be performed. It became very popular throughout Europe and is still featured in orchestral concerts.    There are four distinct “cheeky” and delightful melodies ending with a recap of the original and ending in a coda. Martha Lynn has arranged this for handbells malleted on the table throughout with the exception of two chords with fermatas that are Rung. It was written using contrary motion which allows the melodies to be heard more clearly and it is intentionally scored at mp dynamic so it remains light and playful. This is a fun and accessible work that will be a wonderful addition to any concert!It became very popular throughout Europe and is still featured in orchestral concerts

Octave Ranges
3 Octaves
Solos & Ensembles
Quintets and more
Themes
Classical Arrangements
Novelty Pieces
School and Youth
Secular - general usage
Weddings
Level of Difficulty
Level 2

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