| 58635 | Aquila |
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| Taylor, Lauren |  Score
 mp3 audio
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| Category: String Orchestra |
| Grade: Medium Easy |
| Duration: 2:00 |
| Instrumentation: str=8.8(2).5.5.5,(pf) |
| Comments: Latin for Eagle. Key of b. |
| Description: In classic Greek mythology, Aquila (Latin for eagle) was a powerful bird that carried the thunderbolts of Zeus, the god of war. This majestic name was also given to a northern constellation that extends across the celestial equator. Set in B minor, this stately theme is developed first in violins accompanied by a staccato ostinato, alternating with legato slurred patterns. Students will encounter easy dotted quarter rhythms, two-note slurs, and a variety of dynamics in this excellent concert selection. |