Offertorium für Weihnachten. Par EBERLIN JOHANN ERNST. Next to Leopold Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Johann Michael Haydn, Johann Ernst Eberlin is regarded as one of the most important musicians who worked at the Court of the Archbishop in the 18th century. As Court Music Director, organist and composer he had a lasting influence on musical life in both Salzburg, as well as in the entire sou…

Par IGUDESMAN ALEKSEY. “This flute quartet is filled with pictures out of my own mind. The idea is to walk through a fictional gallery that exists exclusively in my head. The pictures one sees are moods, feelings and the inner secrets of a person. After one round, one returns to the beginning of the inner gallery and starts walking faster. The musical material repeats in a more compact way, where …

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. This delightful medley of timeless Scottish tunes speaks to the piper in all of us. Richly orchestrated and profuse with creative contrast, it will be an exciting addition to your next concert appearance. Regarding preparation, the ranges, rhythms and mixture of styles are right on target for this level band, and Piper’s Rhapsody is sure to become a favorite with your musicians…

Par VAN BELCUM HENK. As the title suggests, this work is a partita: it consists of a number of variations on a chorale melody. The partita has been popular for centuries, especially when it comes to organ music. Henk van Belcum, who is active in the choir world, chose for his Partita Piccola the German hymn Wunderbarer König as a starting point. Partita Piccola consists of four variations and a ch…

Astound the audience and add some flash to your next program with this fiery and energetic concert opener. Written in a 'bravura' style, with a Spanish flare, and change in modal preferences, this fascinating original composition will certainly defy the characteristics of the traditional march as a concert opener. (2:00) / Orchestre D'Harmonie

Par MASCAGNI PIETRO. When you say Mascagni you immediately think of Cavalleria rusticana. This work brought Mascagni overnight fame after his wife - without him knowing - entered the score in a composition contest and it won first prize. Cavalleria rusticana became an incredible success, overshadowing the premiere of his next opera, L’Amico Fritz. L’Amico Fritz can still be considered a successful…

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. This regal and stately fanfare-opener is a sterling new offering for band. Sixteen opening bars of thrilling fanfare lead inexorably to a theme expressing dignified momentum. Frequent but simple meter changes help to make this an interesting and educational piece that both the band and the audience will enjoy. A recap of the opening fanfare brings the piece to an exciting finis…

Par BULLA STEPHEN. CANZONE ANTICA translates as “ancient song”. The dark mystery of the Middle Ages, from plainsong and cowled robes to shrouded medieval architecture, permeates a misty atmosphere as your band roams the catacombs in this powerful composition. Steeped in ancient history and opening with a short basso ostinato, this is a unique and significant work. Stephen Bulla masterfully weaves …

Solo For Eb Horn And Brass Band. Par ROELS STIJN. Irish Mood was written in a classic ‘theme and variations’ construction, opening with an Irish-inspired melodic theme, which is then followed by four variations of divergent character. After the introduction of the theme by the soloist, the cornets and trombones play the main melody in Variation 1, while the soloist provides a flowing counter melod…

Motets is a set of intimate and spiritually uplifting a cappella choral works by Karl Jenkins, featuring new pieces and arrangements of a selection of movements from his most popular works, including The Armed Man, Requiem, Adiemus and The Peacemakers. Although scored for mixed choir a cappella, most pieces include an optional accompaniment for piano or organ. Next to the complete vocal score (BH …

Play Along Trax - 3-CD Set. Essential Elements was the major breakthrough for beginning band methods in the '90s. Now Essential Elements 2000 will take band programs into the next millennium! EE2000 features:· A CD featuring aprofessional soloist in every Student Book 1 · Great performance music with planned first concert. · Even more great tunes, motivating students to practice and stay in band. …

Par SCHUBERT FRANZ. Octet in F major Op. post. 166 D 803 for Clarinet (in B-flat), Bassoon, Horn, Violin (2), Viola, Violincello, Double Bass “I have done little new by way of lieder. In compensation I have tried my hand at several instrumental things, for I have composed two quartets for Violins, Viola and Violincello [A minor, D 804; D minor, D 810] and an octet [F major, D 803] and will write y…

Par CURNOW JAMES. A wonderful teaching piece and the ideal young band festival work, BACH VARIANTS (six melodic variations on the Bach chorale AWAKE MY HEART AND SING) should be a staple of every young band library. Chorale style playing does so much for the young band's intonation, tone quality and phrasing. Including this one in your next festival program is certain to reap great rewards by honi…

for Violin. Par . Take your violin playing to the next level with 101 Simple Songs! This beginner-friendly collection features easy rhythms, accessible key signatures, and melodies you'll love to play. Songs include: Africa · Anti-Hero · Drivers License · Fly Like an Eagle · Hotel California · Invisible Touch · Jolene · Owner of a Lonely Heart · Rocky Mountain High · Shape of You · Take On Me · We…

Ready to take your playing to the next level? Renowned bassist Andy McKee presents valuable how-to insight that upright bassists of all styles and levels can benefit from. The text, photos, music, diagrams and accompanying audio tracks provide a terrific, easy-to-use resource for a variety of topics, including: right- and left-hand technique, improvising and soloing, practicing, proper care of the…