Par VAN DER ROOST JAN. Singapura Suite was commissioned by Singapore's Ministry of Education Extracurricular Activities Branch to serve as a compulsory piece for the 1999 Singapore Youth Festival. 'Singapura' is the original name of Singapore in Malay, the native language there. Because Singapore is one of the most important harbors in the world, this two-piece work opens with a seaman's dance. An…

Par LERDAHL FRED. Waltzes, a cycle of twelve virtuoso waltzes for violin, viola, cello, and double bass, was commissioned by the Spoleto Festival USA in Charleston, where the first nine waltzes were premiered in 1981. Soon thereafter I composed the final three waltzes. The violinist Rolf Schulte led the first performance of the complete work in New York City in 1983. Waltzes lasts about 22 minutes…

Par CURNOW JAMES. This work has been dedicated to the victims and survivors of the bombing of the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City, on April 19, 1995. To Bind the Nation’s Wounds seeks to portray, through music, some of the emotions and thoughts associated with the hours and days surrounding this terrible act. In writing this piece James Curnow sought to emphasize the inspiring courage and…

Hymnes. Par GREEN FRED PRATT. With commentary by Bernard Braley This book, published in 1982, contains the texts of 209 hymns and ballads of this well-loved Methodist hymnwriter who died in 2000 and tells many of the stories behind them. The book has proved useful - not only as a book of reference - but as a book of excellent devotional material for the everyday reader. Some may recall Fred's ''Hy…

Par CURNOW JAMES. erfect for a combined Choral/Band concert as an opener, closer or anywhere in between. This medley of familiar tunes is tied together by the recurring concept that MUSIC SHALL LIVE. A swingin' WADE IN THE WATER, a soulful NOBODY KNOWS THE TROUBLE I'VE SEEN, and an inspiring BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC make it a crowd pleaser. The unison choral part makes sure the chorus can come …

No. 1 d minor op. 77 and No. 2 A mejor op. 90. Par RAFF JOSEPH JOACHIM. He had been there as Franz Liszt?s assistant since 1850 and had made a name for himself in the city?s art scene now he embarked on new paths. He already composed his second Quartet in A major, op. 90, in Wiesbaden, the spa town that was to become his home for 21 years. The two quartets are unequivocal works: orchestrally-co…

Par MOZART WOLFGANG AMADEUS. Mozart Requiem (K.626) (Ostrzyga completion) (Vocal Score) This publication offers a source-critical edition of Mozart’s fragmentary “Requiem” as well as an alternative to the traditional Süssmayr version. It makes it possible to perform 1) the fragment, identified in print in both the score and the parts, 2) the authentic sections left incomplete by Mozart, now in a …

Par DE HAAN JACOB. This swinging march by Jacob de Haan was commissioned by the foundation 'Vrienden van de Groningse Politie-muziek' (Friends of the Police Music of Groningen), on occasion of the 950 year anniversary of the 'Martini-city' Groningen. The trio in this piece features the anthem of the province of Groningen. / Niveau : 2 / Répertoire / Brass Band

City of Mystery. Par SWEENEY MICHAEL. / Niveau : 1.5 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par HANNICKEL MIKE. Big and bold, yet very easy to play! This work for beginning players is named after the ancient Mayan city in Guatemala, and the music reflects the mystery of the ruins there. This one will come together very quickly, with simple rhythms and carefully considered ranges. There's even an optional advanced percussion part to add interest. / Niveau : 0.5 / Pièce de concert / Rép…

Arr. Menno Haantjes. Par DE HAAN JACOB. This playful three-part suite is largely based on symmetry. This of course is largely due to the relations of the arrangement of the themes; however, on the other hand, to the larger structures in form. The first part, (Prelude et Scherzo) has a solemn opening. Followed by it a related scherzo with many changes in time, this too is composed in a symmetrical …

Par PAPPALARDO SALVATORE. Salvatore Pappalardo was born in Catania on January 21, 1817. He began his musical studies in his city under the guidance of his brother Martino, composer, and then continued at the Palermo Conservatory under the guidance of Pietro Raimondi. / Date parution : 2022-02-03/ Répertoire / Quatuor à Cordes

Par CURNOW JAMES. A trumpet duet fanfare beckons the band to join in on the opening bars of this dignified, elegant finale for holiday concerts. Staging opportunities abound with optional antiphonal brass parts, and the celebratory mood of the featured carols, Once In Royal David's City and Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day, make this a wonderfully versatile work. / Niveau : 4 / Répertoire / Conce…