Miguel Alcdzar was born in Mexico City on April 26 1942. He followed a professional career which involved activities in the fields of performance, pedagogy, musicology and composition. He gave the first performances of the Concertino by Blas Galindo, with the composer himself conducting the National Symphony Orchestra of Mexico, the Concierto of Manuel Ponce, in its original version, the Concerto …

From Balletti a cinque voci. Par GASTOLDI GIOVANNI GIACOMO. During the second half of the 16th century, Giovanni Giacomo Gastoldi composed almost entirely sacred works, however it was with his Balletti, not published until 1591 and 1594, that he gained fame and recognition. The homophonic structure and simple melodies conveyed a charming sense of naivety that became so popular during this period. …

These jazz classics represent a slice of Mile?s illustrious career, from 1957 to 1964, during which Miles was at the apex of his popularity. As an example of Miles unparalleled influence as a trumpeter, composer and band leader, several of his sidemen Cannonball Adderly, John Coltrane, Bill Evans, David Liebman, Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins and Wayne Shorter have all had play-a-l…

The so-called Köthener Trauermusik (Cöthen funeral music) was performed at the memorial service for Prince Leopold of Anhalt-Cöthen on 24 March 1729. The history of reconstruction begins in the second half of the nineteenth century. In 1873 Wilhelm Rust, co-editor of the first Complete Bach Edition and subsequently Thomaskantor, established the fundamental relationship between the Köthener Trauerm…

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. Diamond Prelude was written to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the United States Army Band (Pershing’s Own), andwas premiered at their 75th Anniversary Concert at the D. A. R. Constitution Hall in Washington, D. C. For 75 years the U. S. Army Band has proudly served the American people through their many performances throughout the world, as well asthousands of ceremonies a…

Kantate Für Einen Bußgottesdienst (Fassung In A). Par BACH JOHANN SEBASTIAN. It seems likely that the composition of this work was connected with a penitential service held in the Marienkirche in Mühlhausen to commemorate the disastrous fire which had destroyed large parts of the town on the 29th May 1707, but it has not been possible to discover documentary evidence to prove the correctness of th…

Par OARE MICHAEL. Commemorating fifty years that the Bay Youth Orchestras of Norfolk, Virginia have served young musicians in the area, Ebullient Energy masterfully portrays a feeling of enthusiasm and joyous excitement. Written completely in one tempo and featuring tuneful melodies, fresh harmonies and careful pacing, this work will provide a rewarding experience for all! Dur: 3:05 / Date parutio…

Par PART ARVO. On 4 July 2011 Arvo Pärt performed his “Vater unser” (“Our Father”) for Pope Benedict XVI at a ceremony in the Vatican celebrating the 60th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. Pärt also presented the Pope with a copy of the manuscript, which is dedicated to him. To honour the anniversary, over 60 artists from around the world have been invited to contribute to a new exh…

Epistelsonate. Par MOZART WOLFGANG AMADEUS. The autograph of the Epistle Sonata KV 329 was obtained in the Mozart commemorative year of 1991 from the Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin – Preußischer Kulturbesitz. The present new edition is the first critical edition which is based on the autograph./ Répertoire / 2 Hautbois, 2 Cors, 2 Clarinettes, Timbales, 2 Vio

Epistelsonate. Par MOZART WOLFGANG AMADEUS. The autograph of the Epistle Sonata KV 329 was obtained in the Mozart commemorative year of 1991 from the Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin – Preußischer Kulturbesitz. The present new edition is the first critical edition which is based on the autograph./ Répertoire / 2 Hautbois, 2 Cors, 2 Clarinettes, Timbales, 2 Vio

Par PART ARVO. Beatus Petronius and Statuit ei Dominus were commissioned in 1990 to commemorate the 600th anniversary of the Basilica San Petronio, the principal church of Bologna. San Petronio is one of the few churches to be equipped with two church organs. Arvo Pärt thus wrote both pieces for two choirs and two organs. However, the pieces can be performed together or separately. The two pieces …

Kantate Für Einen Bußgottesdienst (Fassung In A). Par BACH JOHANN SEBASTIAN. It seems likely that the composition of this work was connected with a penitential service held in the Marienkirche in Mühlhausen to commemorate the disastrous fire which had destroyed large parts of the town on the 29th May 1707, but it has not been possible to discover documentary evidence to prove the correctness of th…

for Violin, Cello, and Piano Full Score. Par HAILSTORK ADOLPHUS. Trio was commissioned by the Nova Trio of Norfolk, Virginia. The ethnic diversity of the group influenced the writing of the composition. The first movement is a lament commemorating the Jewish holocaust. The theme presented in the violin occurs in every movement. The second movement scherzo leads directly into the finale, a lively d…

Blues del carillon (Cin-cin-là) (Ranzato) - E scabroso le donne studiar (La vedova allegra /Die lustige Witwe) (Lehar) - E triste confessar (Eva) (Lehar) - Fiorin fiorello (L'acqua cheta) (Pietri) - Forse un titol nobiliar (La duchessa del Bal Tabariestat Mimì) (Lombardo, Granichstëdten) - Fox della luna (Il paese dei campanelli) (Ranzato) - Fox trot della scugnizza /napoletana (Scugnizza) (Costa)…

Par DE HAAN JACOB. Remembrance Day (Totengedenken) is a chorale-like piece in memory of those who have died in service. The composition is based on a text from Totengedenken (Commemoration of Those Who Have Died). This narrative text is provided in four languages, and is intended to be spoken (using a microphone) ad libitum during the performance. Choir parts are also available to complement the p…