Sverddansen. Par ROGERS SCOTT. The sword dance is a tradition in many cultures. The Scottish sword dances date back to the 15th century. This traditional melody captures all the excitement and energy of the sword dance through insistent rhythms, variation in dynamics and a big accelerando at the end. Articulations should be clear and crisp, and the accelerando at the end should be as fast as you d…

Discover the quintessential Irish tonalities and hamonies of the DADGAD tuning system, and how to apply the tuning to all your solo and session playing. This comprehensive book provides clear details of chords, scales and their use in the melodies of the Irish tradition. As with any open tunings, the harmonic possibilities of combining melodies with chiming open strings will add a unique richness …

Antonio Caldara (1670-1736) is primarily known for his numerous oratorios and operas which brought him great popularity during his lifetime. Besides these large-scale compositions, Caldara also wrote smaller vocal works, of which his 'Stabat mater? is the best known.This publication is based on Eusebius Mandyczewski's edition of the 'Stabat mater?, which has, until now, been the definitive edition…

Par BARTOK BELA. To make myself clear: This is not 'programme music', it does not require an explanation attached to it; it speaks for itself. What it wishes to say it does by means of pure music. But it does say something, more in fact than the simple music-making we have become accustomed to since the decline of chamber music.' (Zoltán Kodály)/ Répertoire / Quatuor à Cordes

Par DUCKETT RICHARD. For everyone who wants to play brass! Team Brass presents a flexible course which can be tailored to suit each student - is ideal for individual, group or class tuition - contains plenty of carefully graded music in a wide variety of styles - encourages ensemble playing with varied repertoire for both Orchestral Brass and Brass Band instruments, and integrates with ensemble mu…

For A Festive Occassion. Par CURNOW JAMES. James Curnow's original composition Fanfare And Flourishes is an exhilarating piece that has become a staple in the repertoire of more mature bands. Now rescored in this easier version for younger bands, it can be enjoyed by musicians of all levels. The power and brilliance of the original comes through loud and clear; this is a great concert opener for y…

Par KAPUSTIN NIKOLAI. Jazz rock at a high speed! The character of the piece is clear from the title. The tremendous driving force and rocky jazz theme make this piano miniature a fun and spectacular show piece! / Niveau : Avancé / Répertoire / Piano

Par . This stylish music bag, complete with music notes motif, is ideal for holding your music and music-related papers. Made from tough and waterproof rip-stop nylon, it also has stitched, reinforced corners. The contents are kept safe and secure with a velcro fastener. Other details include a clear-plastic name-tag holder, a reflective strip across one corner and a stitched-on carrying handle. S…

This three movement piano trio from Giselher Klebe's late period of creativity originates from his estate. The composition's appeal lies in the clear, restrained diction whilst at the same time a high intensity of expression is achieved. Two diverse slow outer movements with eruptive injections frame a lively middle movement. This work which has a duration of 20 minutes undoubtedly represents an i…

Description C. Paul Herfurth's classic series of tutor books have now been completely revised and updated with a host of innovations to suit a new generation of musicians. A New Tune A Day features the same logical, gentle pace and keen attention to detail that made earlier editions so hugely popular and successful. Clear explanatory diagrams and photographs help guide you through the lessons…

Like the other books in this Method, the unique presentation of following sets of exercise drills with etudes emphasizing the same material, makes the material enticing and engaging. This book explores the often over-looked subjects of the Low and High Registers in clear, well balanced and progressive exercises which are then integrated within the entire spectrum of the trumpet's range. / Trompet…

Par DE HAAN JACOB. A collection of 5 short works in pop style which can be performed by any kind of compilation. The titles can be presented on the programme as separate works but the Universal Band Collection can also be performed as a complete suite. From a didactic point of view it is a suitable work to teach musicians something about the structure in music. For this purpose not only the big st…

Par PERIER. Twenty Easy And Progressive Studies written by Auguste Perier for Clarinet is a method that features 20 pieces for beginners. This well-constructed method was written with increasing difficulty and should enable young players to develop their technique and their sonority. Auguste Perier (1883-1947) is a French clarinettist that worked for the Opera-Comique and who was a professor at th…

Français et Allemand. Par SAINT-SAENS CAMILLE. Saint-Saëns? setting of the biblical story of Samson, a hero equipped with superhuman powers, and his seduction by the Philistine Dalila is considered his magnum opus for the musical stage. It stands alongside Gounod?s ?Faust? and Bizet?s ?Carmen? among the most popular operas in the French repertoire. Lust, hate, frailty and religious war are the ing…

Joel Rothman's Teaching Rhythm is a virtual encyclopedia of clear and easy-to-read rhythms in quarter and eighth time.This book is suitable for beginner to intermediate level players. / Batterie