The Dawning of the Day

The Dawning of the Day is a traditional Irish tune which is great for beginner string ensembles. An easy to remember tune with simple harmonies in the violin 3/viola and cello parts. The violin 3 part is excellent for players in their first year, also doubles the viola part if there are no viola players. The violin 1 and 2 part are easy but have a few simple challenges. 

Violin 1 - 1 page
Violin 2 - 1 page
Violin 3 and Viola (in alto clef) are doubling same part 1 page each
Cello - 1 page
Score - 2 pages

Level: easy

Ideal for junior or high school string ensembles, beginners, and string quartets.