Flexible Arrangements For Junior String Ensemble. Par BROOKER DAVID. David Brooker's arrangements are suitable for string groups from large to small. Children will love playing these pieces which can be played effectively by some or all of the instruments and in different combinations. 'Easy Open Strings' parts are provided for players in their earliest stages perhaps with the piano providing the …

Arr. Mike Hannickel. Par MOZART WOLFGANG AMADEUS. Any list of Mozart's greatest works should include this overture. Loved by millions, Mozart's Magic Flute is remarkable for so many reasons and worthy of study by every musician! Why should we deny young band students the joy of playing Mozart just because they don't happen to use a bow on their instruments? Mozart belongs to Everyone ! Skillfully …

Par SHERIDAN DICK. This alternate approach to ukulele tuning requires only the simple change of just one string and offers an expanded instrumental range and deeper resonant tone color as a result. It includes a carefully selected collection of 30 popular songs arranged to show the scope of low G tuning. Also featured is an introductory text with interesting tips, comments and insights, plus songs…

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. …

From Coppelia Ballet. Par DELIBES LEO. French composer Léo Delibes (1836-1891) was primarily known for his operettas and short comic operas. He was also famous for the ballet Coppelia from which arranger Wil van der Beek has transcribed the czardas for concert band. Characteristic of this work and the music of Delibes' in general are rhythmic, alternating melodies. Another trademark of Delibes' wo…

for trumpet and organ. Par HENZE HANS WERNER. “Requiem, 9 sacred concertos for piano solo, trumpet and large chamber orchestra” is the title of the original work of which Henze said: “These nine instrumental pieces speak of the fears and needs of mankind today; of sickness and death, of love and loneliness.” Three movements of this extremely demanding and complex work - Rex tremendae, Lacrimosa an…

The Best Step-by-Step Guide to Start Playing. Par DE VRIJER HENRIETTE. Over 50 songs and six hours of video! Do-It-Yourself Violin is a fun way to get started playing on your own. Using parts of well-known songs from Broadway to classical, pop and rock to jazz, you will be given step-by-step instructions on what you need to know to get started and sound like a pro in no time. Includes audio tracks…

Par CURNOW PAUL. This piece works beautifully for concerts, festivals, or as a ceremonial work. It will become a staple of your Grade 1 music library. The thrilling opening fanfare sets the stage for an ennobling Woodwind theme. There is a lot of dynamic interest as additional instruments reinforce the sound and combine into a glorious and unified statement. Consider this one for use with large gr…

Use counterpoint to make your music more engaging and creative. Counterpoint - the relationship between musical voices - is among the core principles for writing music, and it has been central to the study of composition for many centuries. Whether you are a composer, arranger, film composer, orchestrator, music director, bandleader, or improvising musician, this book will help hone your craft, ga…

Par MIER MARTHA. Warm, lyrical, cantabile melodies and rich harmonic structures are found in this expressive series. / Instrumental Music, Miscellaneous, Piano Music / Recueil / Piano

The transcription of Tchaikovsky's overture fantasia Romeo and Juliet gives pianists the opportunity to experience this wonderful work on their instrument. The young Russian pianist Vyacheslav Gryaznov has succeeded in transferring the sound of an entire orchestra to the piano in an authentic way. / Piano

Par PROSSER STEVE. Steve Prosser?s Intervallic Ear Training for Musicians is the product of 35 years studying and teaching interval awareness in music. The text provides a step-by-step method for assimilation of, as well as graded exercises for, each interval. Each Chapter concludes with Mastery Exercises and Etudes. After adequate study of the text, the student will be able to hear, recognize, re…