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…

Facettes by the French guitarist and teacher Laurent Méneret provides a deep insight: The work resembles a series of ten portraits, images, memories, informative travels as well as various facets of his life. / Guitare

Quelle est cette odeur agreable. ‘Whence is that Goodly Fragrance Flowing?’ is the first line of an old French Christmas song that originated in the 17th century. In 1728 John Gay used this joyous and markedly festive melody that honours Jesus Christ and His miraculous birth in his Beggar’s Opera. Philip Sparke has given this melody a new lease of life with his charming and imaginative arrangement…

Du répertoire tous styles pour violon, permettant de passer du jazz à la variété, de la variété au classique, en passant par les airs traditionnels du monde entier ou la musique de film. Chaque pièce est accompagnée de commentaires techniques, biographiques et historiques. Sont jointes à ce recueil les parties séparées pour piano pour tous les morceaux. …

Par CANAT DE CHIZY EDITH. Cette pièce est une commande des choeurs de l'Orchestre de Paris pour leur 30e anniversaire, choeurs particulièrement nombreux (122 choristes). Face à la difficulté d'utiliser au mieux cette impressionnante masse sonore, j'ai pris le parti d'une écriture en double choeur traitée en répons, en surimpression, ou en alternance. Selon ma prédilection pour la langue anglaise, …

The title of this piece comes from 'Celtic Cross' by Norman MacCaig, a poem that brings to life the symbols of an earlier time, carved in stone, entwined and plaited in abstract forms. The idea of a coiling serpent and the image of the coiled horn also came together in my mind. The opening phrase of the piece is responsible for much of the musical material for the whole piece, a strong and vibrant…

No. 4 from Goyescas. Par GRANADOS ENRIQUE. This 'Lament, or the maiden and the nightingale” is the fourth movement of Granados' six-part piano cycle Goyescas (1909-11). The cycle's title is derived from the name of the Spanish painter Francisco de Goya, whose paintings inspired Granados. The Goyescas conjure up Goya's Spain of the late 18th century - chivalrous and sensual, but also melancholic an…

Kretzmer Herbert (Lyricist) - Gout Alan (Arranger) - Schonberg Claude-Michel (Composer). Par BOUBLIL ALAIN. Les Miserables is a timeless musical and all-time success, being performed in theatres across the globe. The musical is based on the original text by Victor Hugo, which follows the life of Jean Valjean. This musical adaptation by Boublil and Schonberg is a captivating and emotive classic, wi…

Par BAUGHMAN STEVE. This is the first book ever of Yuletide music arranged for solo guitar in various 'open' or 'altered' tunings. In this genre of guitar music, the instrument is re-tuned to create a voicing ideally suited for each particular song. This book contains ten Christmas tunes and covers five open tunings that give voice and life to the music of the Yuletide season. The arrangements inc…

The American Songbook for Piano Voice and Guitar (PVG) Edition is modeled after one of our best-selling series for brass and reeds, Patriotic Melodies. This remarkable collection, published by Santorella Publications, contains the most requested Patriotic Songs ever assembled. Get America singing with the uplifting songs which helped to build this great nation. Whether you want to honor every bran…

Par ROSZELL PATRICK (Arr.). From the blockbuster film Zack Snyder's Justice League comes this intense arrangement by Patrick Roszell featuring themes that are both dramatic and ominous. Featuring dark sonorities and driving rhythms, this work brings all the thrilling action to life. (5:42) / Date parution : 2022-10-12/ Répertoire / Concert Band

This original piece is in a style reminiscent of the music of the rich cultural heritage of the Appalachian Mountain area. Music is an important part of the Appalachian way of life. In fact, Appalachian music is one of the best-known manifestations of the culture. Traditional Appalachian music is derived primarily from the English and Scottish ballad tradition and Irish and Scottish fiddle music. …

If you've learned the basics on guitar, you are probably eager to learn some songs. The First 50 series is for you! This book provides a combo of chords and lyrics for the most popular songs beginners want to strum on acoustic guitar. Includes: American Pie - Blowin' in the Wind - Daughter - Good Riddance (Time of Your Life) - Hey, Soul Sister - Home - I Will Wait - Losing My Religion - Mrs. Robin…

Par LANGGAARD RUED. Rued Langgaard (1893-1952) is one of the most important Danish composers of the 20th century. He has, however, only acquired this status many years after his death. Langgaard was an eminent musical talent, but with his romantic and symbolist view of art, he ended up as an outsider in an era when the trend-setting Musical life of the time was dominated by Carl Nielsen?s sober an…

Vocal Score / Softcover. Par VERDI GIUSEPPE. In a letter of 2 January 1851, Verdi suggested for the first time Antonio Garcia Gutierrez play El Trovador as a possible subject for his new Opera: 'It seems to me very beautiful, imaginative, and full of strong situations'. Once he had settled on the subject, the composer immediately began looking for a theater in which to produce the Opera and after …