Intrepid

Description

Violin 1, Violin 2, Violin 3, Viola, Cello, Contrabass — Intrepid is full of chaotic energy. It’s a fast-paced, aggressive, and all-around powerful work for young string players that makes them sound mature beyond their abilities. This piece is perfect for teaching accents, staccatos, as well as a marcato style of bowing. The melody passes from section to section as the piece progresses.The chaotic energy begins in measure 1. Don’t be afraid to allow the cellos and basses to come out strong, punching the “G” on beat 3 for maximum intensity. This opening section should drive hard leading to the main theme in measure 12, beginning in the cello and bass sections. Pay close attention to the accents. Articulating those correctly is important for building up to the climactic moment that happens at the end.The brief, slow middle section is a great legato section to teach young musicians musicality and musicianship. Starting at measure 68, the main melodic material returns and juxtaposes and floats through various sections of the orchestra until the piece reaches a dramatic conclusion. The ending uses heavy tremolo, but all tremolos are optional throughout. Have fun performing Intrepid! Intrepid is a fast-paced, aggressive, and all-around powerful work for young string players that makes them sound mature beyond their abilities. This energetic piece is perfect for teaching accents, slurs, and both marcato staccato bowing styles. The determined melody passes from section to section, moving through a brief slow, legato section before driving forward to a dramatic conclusion.