Mixolydian Rock Jerry Weseley Harris

Mixolydian Rock Jerry Weseley HarrisThis composition, composed by J. Cameron Law, is an easy string orchestra piece written in the mixolydian mode. An optional easy drum set part can add to the hard driving rock feel. The lowered leading tone (C natural) of the mixolydian mode helps create a "bluesy" sound. Performers should use vigorous, full bows and exaggerate the accents and crescendos. As a teaching tool, the basses should be encouraged to stay in third position as marked. A huge

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melody lines in all parts

easy string work with your students

as well as the descant in the 1st violin part

cello divisi

The piece contains eighth note

Working with two principal motives

with a quietly building chordal section leading to a more sprightly section

2 note slurs

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