A Spark of Courage: String Bass Sheet Music Preview

A Spark of Courage: String Bass

By Doug Spata

Grade: 1.5

Item: 00-PC-0017354_SB

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$5.99
Description
A modern, joyful piece by Doug Spata that uses only the notes of the D major scale on the D and A strings with quarter and eighth notes, this piece is a great way for beginners to proudly demonstrate their bowing and ensemble playing skills! Each section gets a turn playing both the carefree melodies and sparkling accompaniments. (2:00)
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Additional Details
Series: Highland/Etling String Orchestra
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 62
SKU: 00-PC-0017354_SB
Complete Instrumentation

All Parts for “A Spark of Courage” — String Orchestra

You're viewing the String Bass part for A Spark of Courage by Doug Spata . Below is the work's full instrumentation — every individual part is available as a PDF download, or get the complete conductor score and parts as a set.

Need the whole chart? The Conductor Score & Parts includes the score plus all 5 parts (quantities vary by section). Buying a full ensemble is cheaper as a set than part-by-part.
Composer Doug Spata
Grade / Level Grade: 1½
Ensemble String Orchestra
Individual Parts 5 + Score

Frequently asked questions

What instruments are included in “A Spark of Courage”?

This String Orchestra arrangement includes 5 individual parts: 1st Violin, 2nd Violin, Viola, Cello, String Bass. A conductor score is also available separately.

Can I buy a single instrument part instead of the full set?

Yes. Every individual instrument part is available as a separate PDF download for $5.99. This is perfect for replacing a misplaced page or adding extra stands for your section without purchasing the complete set.

What grade level is “A Spark of Courage”?

“A Spark of Courage” is rated Grade: 1½, written for String Orchestra.

How many copies of each part come with the full set?

The full set includes the following quantities:

Part Copies
Conductor Score 1
1st Violin 8
2nd Violin 8
Viola 5
Cello 5
String Bass 5
How are the parts delivered?

Individual parts are available as instant PDF downloads that you can print as many times as you need. The complete set (A Spark of Courage: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts) includes the conductor score and all parts as PDF downloads.

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@taytoast YouTube

I remember playing this in my class, we did great and this video helped me a lot so thank you :)

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@Kdog2010-o8n YouTube

I played this in my orchestra class last year this is such a beautiful song and whenever I get scared or nervous about something I think about this song because it's called Spark of Courage

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@Cloudyyidmine YouTube

For me it was hard as a bass player lol but it was fun!

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