Par PEDERSON DAKOTA. Ambush by Dakota Pederson is a work that describes the fight of war and recounts a flanking ambush set out by soldiers as they close in on a victory. A fiery chord opens the work and is followed by a relentless melody, which is expressed through precise articulation. The work challenges performers to focus on articulation and expression, while giving the percussion section a d…

Students can experience the thrill of a medieval tournament through this solo in 4/4 meter and the key of A minor. The left hand is an excellent study in fifths and moving around the keyboard. Following the right hand fingering carefully allows the stronger fingers to play the sequential melodic patterns, keeping the eighth notes even. Together, they create an authentic sound and style that is sur…

Impressions On Beethoven's Harp Quartet. Par AMANTI LUCIO. When Cuarteto Casals approached me with the idea of illuminating Beethoven´s quartets anew, you can imagine the many thoughts and feelings that where going through my mind: what a joy, what a great honor… What an intriguing head-scratcher! How can you possibly shine a new light on something that is already perfect? Weeks, months went by in…

Par BEETHOVEN LUDWIG VAN. This selection of pieces spans a very long period of Beethoven's activity. Some are widely recognized, while others are much less known. Together, they constitute a short but significant introduction to the art of the Bonn genius. Each piece includes indications for pedalling and fingering. / Niveau : Facile à Intermédiaire / Classique / Recueil / Piano

for trumpet and organ. Par HENZE HANS WERNER. “Requiem, 9 sacred concertos for piano solo, trumpet and large chamber orchestra” is the title of the original work of which Henze said: “These nine instrumental pieces speak of the fears and needs of mankind today; of sickness and death, of love and loneliness.” Three movements of this extremely demanding and complex work - Rex tremendae, Lacrimosa an…

A collection of the most famous tangos by Carlos Gardel arranged for two clarinets for intermediate players. In these authentic arrangements Diego Collatti has successfully combined the sound of the clarinet with the exciting rhythmic elements of the Tango. They provide an ideal introduction to the Tango. / 2 Clarinettes

Alfred's Teach Your Child to Play Guitar: Beginner's Kit contains everything you need to start playing in one handy box and at an incredible price. For only $39.99, you get a $65.45 value that includes: * Alfred's Teach Your Child to Play Guitar method with CD * Alfred's Kid's Guitar Course Notespeller 1 and 2 * Alfred's Kid's Guitar Course Flash Cards 1 and 2 * Alfred's Kid's Guitar Course Music …

Fantasy for Band. Par BULLA STEPHEN. One can only imagine what it might be like if the animals ran the zoo! This and other questions will be considered in this programmatic original work for band, incorporating all manner of animal and jungle noises. Young bands students will love the opportunity to use some of those carefully rehearsed vocal monkey and bird sounds they’ve been diligently working …

Hering's etudes are the fruit of his 20 years of teaching experience. Students will develop musicality in the classical style. These are beginning to intermediate level etudes, each one page long, and each introduces a different concept. They also progress in difficulty throughout the book. This slim book is a good companion and for advanced players, will provide handy material for warm-ups and br…

The 6 Caprices by the famous 19th-century teacher and virtuoso are aimed at advanced pupils and students. They are intended to focus on improving technique and virtuosity. The accompaniment of a second violoncello is optional. / Violoncelle

Par FAURE GABRIEL / MESSAGER. Andre Messager (1853-1929) was a composition and Piano pupil of Gabriel Faure (1845-1924). They collaborated during the summer of 1881 to compose Messe Des Pêcheurs De Villerville and the first performance was in aid of the fisherman's charitable association. The Mass comprises five movements; 1) Kyrie, 2) Gloria Benedictus, 3) Sanctus, 4) O Salutaris, and 5) Agnus De…

John Thompson's Adult Piano Course was written with the older student in mind. They have the same musical road to travel as the younger student, but the study material for the grown-up will differ in content. These books are compiled especially for adults and contain pieces that adults like to play and hear. Many hints are given to help the student play as artistically and with as much musical und…

Strum and sing the classic Beatles songs using these easy chord boxes, guitar tab and full lyrics. The high quality backing tracks on the CD give you authentic soundalike Beatles arrangements - just like the original recordings. Also included are numerous tips and tricks that will help you to play those famous riffs and intros the way they should be played, and a special beginner's section explain…

Par CURNOW JAMES. Brass Miniatures features four contrasting sections, each linked by the fact they are based on the same interval. The opening is an exciting fanfare which leads into a lovely ballad, introduced by a solo cornet. The third section is a playful pseudo-blues and the work comes to a thrilling close with fanfare and march. / Niveau : 4 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Brass Band

Par BACH JOHANN SEBASTIAN. Bach's Goldbergs were reportedly written for one of his most talented pupil, who ised them to entertain and soothe his insomniac master during bouts of sleeplessness. Though authenticity of this story is doubted by some historians, they are certainly a diversion for listeners. historians. With virtuosic hand crossing and thrilling sections typical of Bach. Both Arias and…