Frost Quake Set Type:Score

Frost Quake Set Type:ScoreA Frost Quake is a seismic event caused by a sudden cracking in frozen soil or rock. You can hear crackling sounds underneath the ground on a below zero degree day in the northern climates. The composer, living in the Midwest, has heard these frost quakes and thought it would be a perfect idea for a unique winter concert piece. The dark minor melody and tremolos portray the frozen earth and crackling sounds. The time signature changes contrasted with

this simple but intense selection will make your beginners sound like they’ve been playing for years

The three enchanting movements in this work "The Falling Snow"

Rehearsal Suggestions

which may be used during performance at the director’s discretion

This beautiful Scottish ballad commemorates the Rowan Tree

as well as the Rondo form

"Supernova" is a stellar explosion that is more energetic than a nova

with many large portraits covering the walls

Encourage your students to pay attention to the articulations such as the accents and staccatos to really bring the magic to life

bass doubles cello

This very easy work is made to sound mature with a variety of musical techniques

I hope you and your students enjoy rehearsing and performing this piece