Work : Russian Suite, Op. 119

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Composer : Michael Kibbe http://www.michaelkibbe.com/bio/index.html

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Difficulty Ranking : III

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Publisher: Southern Music Company

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Year Published : 1996

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Instrumentation : 4 Bb Clarinets

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Potential Pedagogical Applications : Blend and tone production, intonation (unison and chordal), beginning ensemble mechanics, and articulation matching

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Sample Recording :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKA0Luu3VKw

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Where to Purchase Sheet Music : http://www.halleonard.com/product/viewproduct.action?itemid=3775974&

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Annotation: This quartet is one that is ideal for a young ensemble. Written in four relatively short movements, this piece can help younger students become acclimated to participation in this type of ensemble. It is limited in its line independence and features a relatively compact range for all parts involved. The work is also simplistic rhythmically, allowing students to focus more on playing together with good tone quality and intonation.

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