In the energetic style of a Russian folk dance James Curnow's original Cossack Dance is a great addition to the important Grade 1 level literature. It could be used as a Young Band festival opener or as a lively statementfor your group's school performance. As with all of James Curnow's Young Band works there are all kinds of manageable concepts built-in for use in expanding the skills that will take your band to the next level of performance.(Grade 1-1/2)