This new method makes learning strumming patterns a much easier and fulfilling experience. Featuring easy-to-read lead sheets that include melody line, words, fingerings and strumming patterns, each song also includes an additional one-page version of each song, consisting of words and chord changes. In additional, the included CD is jam packed with features to help you along the way to playing th…

Elegy For Band. Par SPARKE PHILIP. The initial idea was for a millennium piece, which it is, but rather than add to the many celebratory pieces that have understandably been written to salute the 3rd millennium, Philip Sparke thought it would perhaps be appropriate to think about the aspects of life that are constantly with us (such as faith and philosophy) rather than the exciting changes that th…

For The Left Het For Piano et Orchestra. Par RAVEL MAURICE. In 1929 Paul Wittgenstein, a pianist and war veteran who lost his right arm in the Great War, commissioned Maurice Ravel to write a concerto for him to perform. The result was one of Ravel's most thrilling compositions and, for Wittgenstein, the most important of the many works he commissioned over the course of his career. This scholarly…

for String Orchestra. Par NISHIMURA YUKIKO. Flowing in the Wind inspires imagination and memories about a carefree time or place. The legato bow strokes and intricate harmonies, surround the listener with a beauty and sense of well-being. Yukiko Nishimura weaves harmonies in the orchestra within C Major, while placing rests for the musicians as the wind blows throughout the music.Flowing in the Wi…

Par PANUFNIK ROXANNA. When the London International Festival of Early Music came to me with a commission to write a solo harpsichord piece for Jane Chapman, they asked me to relate the new piece to Byrd, as it’s the 400th anniversary of his death, this year. Jane introduced me to Byrd’s arrangement of Dowland’s wonderful Pavana Lachrymae (‘Pavan of tears’) – a piece of many layers but simple and e…

Par RIMSKI-KORSAKOV NIKOLAI. This edition is an edited version with some changes in the orchestration: a bass clarinet and a euphonium were added to replace some of the instruments in the original Russian military band such as the Bassetti in B flat and the Corno basso. This is a great piece to feature a member of the ensemble or a guest soloist. / Niveau : Difficile / score and parts / Réperto…

These carefully crafted grade 3-4 jazz duets utilize easy-to-hear harmonies, commonly encountered jazz rhythms, and occasional metric changes. Interesting material is provided for both musicians, and this collection is suitable for practice and performance as well. / 2 Saxophones (Eb ou Bb)

Par STACHAK TATIANA. When one hears the word “étude” we often think of a complicated piece of music, whose main goal is didactic. The Characteristic Études are far from this as alongside the technical requirements they demand, there is an equal stress on artistic qualities such as: melody, varied textures, and a plethora of rhythmic as well as harmonic devices. The compositions are stylistically d…

For Violin. Par WAGENMAKERS SIJTSE. Tango Variety is an ideal book for violin players who want to explore playing the popular tango. Written in keys suitable for the violin -with uncomplicated position changes up to the third position - this volume provides lots of playing fun. Enjoy this wonderful tango music! The piano accompaniment is available separately but you also have the option of using t…

A Hands-On Method Of Developing Improvisation Skills. Par CHAPMAN CHARLES. Cet ouvrage fournit une méthode d\'éprouvées base de lever la brume harmonique qui entrave la capacité à improviser avec créativité. Application systématique de ces concepts assurera des résultats positifs. / Niveau : Débutant à Intermédiaire / All Styles - Rhythm/Backup / Méthode / Guitare

The easiest guitar songbook ever. With no more than six chords to learn for each song, and with songs in different keys, you'll soon extend your chord skills. Every classic song has simple chord changes illustrated by chord boxes and symbols. Includes Come Together , Highway To Hell , Live Forever , The Universal plus many more. / Paroles Et Accords (Avec Grilles D'Accords)

Great musical ideas need a solid foundation of strong chops to back them up. Fill the gaps in your technique with this unique approach to jazz guitar. Build your finger strength, and flexibility with exercises and examples written especially for jazz players. This book covers the finger independence needed for smooth, rapid changes between complex jazz chords in the context of important progressio…

Par SPARKE PHILIP. The idea behind this work was to create an opening piece, something to start a concert in an unusual way. The title is a portmanteau word derived from madrigal. The work indeed begins in Renaissance mood however gradually tries to shake of its modal start and, by contrasting different instrumental families, the work changes into modern clothes. Why not add a little Renaissance s…

Par BUCKLEY ROBERT. The rich heritage of French-Canadian folk music dates back several centuries. Robert has chosen three of these songs to create a musical portrait of this colorful culture. The opening piece is the jaunty and dance-like Monsieur Lecuré, followed by the hauntingly beautiful Blanche Comme la Neige. The piece concludes with the spirited march Vive la Canadienne!, which features a d…

Students will enjoy the scampering sound depicted in this late elementary solo written in A minor. Staccatos are used throughout the piece but are contrasted with some two-note slurs. There are a number of register changes, allowing the hands to 'scamper' up and down the keyboard using different major and minor five-finger patterns. / Piano