Great Composers Note Reading Worksheet – Gossec
Here is a note reading worksheet about the great composers, Francois Gossec. These worksheets are designed specifically for string players. And they are for violin and viola students who need to review the staff position of 5 notes of the D penta-scale. The worksheet reviews the first 4 pitches found on the D-string in 1st position. Once the student knows the letter of the note, by filling in the blank below they can discover the word. After filling in all the blanks students can read about this French Baroque composer. Suzuki students will recognize one of Gossec’s works as the last piece in Book 1.
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About Gossec
Francois Gossec was born in French speaking Belgium, where his father was a farmer. He began his musical studies by singing in the choir and then studied violin and harpsichord. Then, Gossec moved to Paris to study with Rameau. At the time, Rameau worked for a wealthy patron as an orchestra conductor. Gossec took over as the orchestra conductor. He tried his hand at writing comic opera but was unsuccessful. He wrote over 30 symphonies and a lot of chamber music. Gossec helped found the Paris Conservatory and taught there at the conservatory. He wrote a lot of much to support the French Revolution. Unfortunately Gossec’s works aren’t often programed. So concert goers do not often hear works by Francois Gossec. Enjoy this performance by Orchestra Arte Frizzante of is Symphony in c minor.
