Par VAN DER ROOST JAN. In the course of the two centuries following the death of Henry Purcell in 1695, no British composer of any statue was apparent. Consequently, the break-through of Edward Elgar (1857-1934) as an internationally known and respected composer at the end of the last century, was of considerable importance. As a composer Elgar was largely self-taught and he looked towards the con…

First Lessons Blues Harmonica is an exciting course for the beginning blues player. The ideas presented are solidly in the blues tradition with great sounding bluesy licks to play, even at the beginning level. Topics include phrasing concepts (how small pieces of music, called licks, are organised to create a pleasing solo), 12 bar blues theory, vibrato, shakes, and tongue blocking. The recordi…

Par SCHUBERT FRANZ. These charming short sonatas, written by Schubert at age 19 over the course of several weeks, are among the most popular of MMO's violin offerings. They are favorites of both students and seasoned professionals, and share the traits of beauty and technical ease. It is our pleasure to present these beautiful pieces to you. Includes a printed music score and audio tracks with com…

for Solo Clarinet and Clarinet Choir. Par WEBER CARL MARIA VON. The Concertino of Carl Maria von Weber was originally composed in Spring 1811 over the course of three days for German clarinet virtuoso Heinrich Joseph Baermann. It was a particularly productive year for Weber, as he also composed the two concertos for clarinet, a bassoon concerto, and the clarinet quintet, among other pieces. A tour…

This is the second supplemental volume to the complete works. It was awarded the Music Edition Prize in 1998. In spite of various books on the life and work of Rheinberger, until this publication there has not been a portrayal in pictures, with authentic texts, of his creative work and of his influence upon his contemporaries. The present publication fills this need and in preparing the book the e…

Par VAN DER ROOST JAN. In the course of the two centuries following the death of Henry Purcell in 1695, no British composer of any statue was apparent. Consequently, the break-through of Edward Elgar (1857-1934) as an internationally known and respected composer at the end of the last century, was of considerable importance. As a composer Elgar was largely self-taught and he looked towards the con…

Arr. Wil Van Der Beek. Par CACCINI GIULIO. Giulio Caccini (ca. 1550 - 1618), also known as Giulio Romano, was an Italian composer, singer, and lute player and is regarded as the founder of opera. Today, Caccini’s music is receiving attention again being performed by world stars such as Andrea Bocelli and Inessa Galante. In this arrangement Ave Maria the solo part can be taken by several instrument…

1001 Nights in the Harem. Par SAY FAZIL. 'My Violin Concerto consists of four movements whose inspiration is loosely connected with Scheherazade’s One Thousand and One Nights. The first movement is set inside the harem; a variety of women from the harem are introduced, each with her own different personality. The second movement is a frenzy of dance – in effect a party night with an abundance of d…

Par SAINT-SAENS CAMILLE. Far from being an isolated work in Camille Saint-Saens’ production, Le Retour de Virginie (Virginia’s Return) belongs to a small set written at the beginning of his career in the particular context of the competition for the Prix de Rome that was established in 1803 then cancelled following the events of May 1968. It had been for more than a century and a half, the most co…

Flute solos from the 18th century
In this edition, the Dutch flutist Rien de Reede undertakes a journey into the 18th century. The collection contains 34 works for solo flute, which have been selected with great care and edited according to music history aspects. Thus, the edition not only shines with a colourful compilation of solo works that stand out from one another in regard to their cha…

Designed by John McCarthy, this Master Edition combines all three levels of this award-winning series in a complete course!Learn all the essential techniques needed to play all genres of music for electric or acoustic guitar. Start with how to hold the guitar for comfortable playing and fast, effective learning. Next, learn picking and strumming techniques, chords, rhythm, timing, and how they are…

The Return of the Pirates. Par MINDE FAGERLI ROAR. 'The Return of the Pirates' is a five movement suite of music originally composed for a summer course arranged by The Norwegian Band Federation. The five movements describes scenes for the pirates' story. In the first movement they sing a shanty while preparing their ship to sail. I the second movement the pirates sails into a storm. In the third …

Brass Quartet-Org-Vces-Vocal Score Mfb604V. Par PACHELBEL JOHANN / KING. Transcribed by popular brass arranger, Robert King, this edition of Johann Pachelbel 's Nun danket alle Gott provides an exciting performance piece for Choir, Organ and a large Brass Ensemble. Pachelbel (1653-1906) is, of course best remembered today for his Canon in D. However, his vocal music is also significant. Nun danket…

The Worship Piano Method is designed for beginning piano students who desire to praise God through His gift of music. Using solid pedagogy, appealing songs and fun activities, this course provides a strong foundation to develop both piano skills and a lifestyle of worship. This songbook corresponding to Book 2 features a dozen songs with access to practice and performance audio tracks you can down…