Essential Elements Broadway Favorites for Strings - String Bass

Conley, Lloyd

ISBN 10: 0634018566 / ISBN 13: 9780634018565

Published by Hal Leonard (edition ), 2001

About this Item

It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Seller Inventory # 0634018566-11-1

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Essential Elements Broadway Favorites for Strings - String Bass
• Publisher: Hal Leonard (edition )
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0634018566
• ISBN 13: 9780634018565
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

This string bass songbook, arranged by Lloyd Conley as part of the Essential Elements series, features a collection of Broadway favorites designed for beginner to intermediate players. It is created for students and educators working in lessons, school orchestra settings, or independent practice, offering familiar repertoire that supports structured musical development.

Carefully aligned with the Essential Elements method, the book helps developing bassists build reading, tone, and ensemble skills while playing recognizable music. It provides a practical blend of learning and performance material, making it suitable for both classroom use and individual study.

Inside, players will find multiple arrangements for each piece, including solo-focused versions as well as string orchestra parts tailored specifically for bass. The book uses standard notation throughout, supporting traditional instruction and smooth integration into ensemble rehearsal. Its clear layout and level-based progression make it easy to follow while still flexible for different learning environments.

The value of this collection lies in its balance between familiarity and pedagogy. Students stay engaged through well-known Broadway selections while steadily developing confidence, tone control, and rhythmic accuracy. Teachers benefit from material that aligns with established learning paths, and students gain satisfaction performing music drawn from iconic stage productions.

Song List
Beauty And The Beast * Cabaret * Circle Of Life * Edelweiss * Get Me To The Church On Time * Go Go Go Joseph * I Dreamed A Dream * Memory * The Phantom Of The Opera * Seventy Six Trombones * Sun And Moon

Whether used in a classroom orchestra setting, private lessons, or personal practice, this collection offers a meaningful way to explore Broadway repertoire on the string bass while supporting steady musical progress.