Matthew Hindson

for string quartet or string orchestra

duration: 2 1/2 minutes

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Gentle Giant was written an a short miniature, originally for piano. It is based upon a slowly undulating melody surrounded by clear harmonies.

notes by Matthew Hindson.

CD Recording Available?

This work is recorded on the disc Matthew Hindson: String Music for Young Players. This disc is available free of charge by contacting the composer.

This piece is quite easy for a high-school level or amateur string orchestra.

A version for solo piano of this work is available through Faber Music (UK).

A shorter version of this piece, Tiny Giant, is published by Faber Music as part of their Fingerprints series for young pianists.