Wingert-Jones Publications Waltz of the Elephants - Cunalata - String Orchestra - Gr. 1

Composer: Janelle Zook Cunalata
Format: Score and Parts
Instrumentation: String Orchestra
Grade: 1

When it comes to grace, don't count elephants out! Although they may occasionally stumble on beat three, as depicted in this humorous but educational work that offers practice with 3/4 time and alternating between pizzicato and arco.

Program Notes
"Waltz of the Elephants" is a playful piece depicting a group of elephants "waltzing"-imagine that! The lower voices depict the elephants sometimes moving in coordination, while at other moments fumbling on beat 3. Its strong educational value provides lots of practice engaging in the 3/4 time signature, exploring timbre changes from pizzicato to arco and vice versa, and growing independence in parts and confidence to enter on a beat other than the strong first beat. Audiences and musicians alike are sure to enjoy this comical waltz!