Phantom Echo is a delightful piece that uses sempre pizzicato and several echo effects to highlight the beginning string group. There are plenty of opportunities for all sections of the ensemble to be featured in this refreshing piece from popular composer Larry Clark.
For first-year string groups
Limited parts (often, second violin and viola are the same part, cello and bass are the same part)
Limited keys, rhythms (only simple eighth note patterns) and independence of parts
Playable after limited study time
First position and natural bowings
Piano for rehearsal and reinforcement