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DROWSY MAGGIE --- back |
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| Having worked with these scores and kids for many years I have found it helpful to introduce each piece in certain ways that help to understand the background of the music and its setting as well as inspire the imagination and enthusiasm of the kids. On this page are some suggestions that you may find helpful starting points. The pictures below can help to set the mood of this piece. - Keith Sharp | ||
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| About the CELTIC series: |
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| About DROWSY MAGGIE |
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 Melodically, of course, the great bulk of Irish jigs are native in origin. The older ones may have been derived from ancient clan marches and songs, and some, perhaps, were adapted from older dance tunes. The vast majority, however, appear to have been composed by the pipers and fiddlers of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The reel, now the favourite dance tune among traditional players appears to have evolved around the middle of the eighteenth century. |
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| This Irish reel is great fun to play and a real crowd pleaser. The arrangement includes two challenging descant lines for advanced violinists. A piano accompaniment, tambourine and simple cello line provide support. The piece also works well with violins and piano alone. Those who are really game might play it REALLY FAST!!! |
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| Useful points to remember: |
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| · Playing range between 3rd year and 7th year of learning. · Great for groups lacking a lower end. · Works well with upper strings and piano. · useful study for development of string crossings. · Extension Violin parts work well as solo lines. |
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| Your suggestions are important and welcome! |
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| If you have some additional suggestions that can help in the classroom, please share them with us. We will add your comments to this page to make it a richer resource for everybody. Simply send an e-mail (suggestions@musichouse.com.au). |
