Some are arranged specifically for students, while others meet the standards for professional performance. These arrangements have been successfully performed with groups numbering from three to sixty-five, with ages ranging from six to adult. In his own teaching experience, Director Rick Mooney has found it particularly useful to have music to play with groups of widely diverse ages and levels. He thinks it is extremely motivational for young or inexperienced people to be able to play along with more advanced players and teachers. Unless otherwise indicated, one copy of a score and parts are the standard format.
Extra parts are available for purchase upon request.
This original composition commissioned by the National Cello Institute makes use of simple rhythms within each part, that mesh to produce lively polyrhythms, reminiscent of the music of Ghana. Part 8 is very simple, utilizing only pizzicato and tapping on the cello, while the upper parts delve into easy thumb position. This piece has received wide acclaim from performers and audiences alike. Enclosed with the printed music is a professional quality cassette of a performance. The third part, which plays only the chorale melody in Gute Nacht , is the easiest of the four.