This unique book contains piano/vocal/guitar arrangements of the national anthems from 56 countries, with lyrics in the original language and with an English translation. As a special bonus, historical notes and a full-color section showing each country's flag are also included. Anthems include those from: Australia, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, South Africa and…

Music played an enormous role in the works of William Shakespeare, while his own sonnets, poems and soliloquies have provided continuing inspiration for many composers through the years. The Novello Shakespeare Choral Collection, inspired by the 400th anniversary of the Bard's death in 2016, is an exciting anthology of choral works that are settings of Shakespeare's words. For choirs of all types …

Par LARSEN GREY. For the beginner to the highly advanced player of Irish flute, tin whistle, or Boehm-system flute. Features a simple and penetrating new approach to understanding and notating ornamentation that goes beyond any previous method, exploring ornamentation techniques never described in print before. Also includes adaptations for Boehm-system flute players, guidance on breathing and phr…

Three Movements For Improvising Oboe, Soprano Sax, Viola, Cello. Par LIEBMAN DAVID. It is natural as we age to contemplate the finality of passing on, if not personally, then certainly as an effect from others around you whom have left this space. Having to endure the passing of family and friends is of course very trying. This is especially true when the perception is that someone 'passed before …

Easy popular Christmas pieces for young Clarinettists, carefully arranged and graded to provide attractive teaching repertoire by Jerry Lanning, and complete with a CD of accompaniments. New concepts and techniques are introduced progressively, and the familiarity with the material will stimulate pupils' enthusiasms and encourage their practice. The popular Christmas melodies will bring a smile to…

The Complete Piano Etudes is the first ever publication of all 20 of renowned composer Philip Glass's beautifully simple pieces for solo Piano. With their deft rhythmic and dynamic changes, exciting harmonies and moving melodies, the Etudes are a joy to hear and play. Glass has composed 20 pieces that are at once relaxing and musically captivating, making this collection ideal for a committed fan…

Par MOZART WOLFGANG AMADEUS. Allegro in B-flat major of a Quintet for Clarinet, two Violins, Viola and Violoncello K. Anh. 91 (516c). This Allegro fragment was possibly sketched in 1787 two years before composition of the A major Clarinet Quintet K. 581. It is 93 bars long and is complete in all instrumental parts but was abandoned abruptly at the bottom of the fourth page. The distinguished Mozar…

Joni Mitchell's music includes some of the most distinctive protest songs of the 1960s. Blessed with a voice that is instantly heart-warming, gentle and poignant, Joni's performances grew to reflect her life and surroundings in a delicate but always direct manner. With hits including Both Sides Now and the evergreen Big Yellow Taxi her voice remains, alongside those of Paul Simon and Bob Dylan, a …

This volume is an ideal supplement to The Classical Piano Method: Method Book 3 (ED 13563) - contains easy to intermediate repertoire, suitable for pianists who have completed Method Book 2 of the series, or for those returning to the instrument after a break - includes a selection of 23 beautiful classical duets and arrangements of well-known classical pieces, with straightforward accompaniments …

G-Dur. Par MOZART WOLFGANG AMADEUS. The G major mass of Mozart followed a very special type of mass pattern, namely, that of the 'Missa pastoralis'. In Mozart's time it was a widespread type of mass, especially in Bohemia and Italy, in which melodies and rhythms like those familiar from pastoral Christmas music were frequently found. The themes in this type of mass are song-like and often make use…

Arr. Klaas Van Der Woude. Par TOTO. Right from Toto\'s foundation in 1977, the band grew into a living legend, not only because of international superhits, but also because of the ongoing urge of its members to develop their special musical style - a mix of rock and a more symphonic sound. This arrangement binds adaptations of Africa, Rosanna and Stop Loving You into a glorious whole, reminding us…

Par WEBERN ANTON. Composer and choir master Clytus Gottwald comments on his transcription of Anton Webern’s Im Sommerwind (1904) as follows: “First of all I had to eliminate all those parts of the source material that had strictly instrumental designs, reducing the work – to quote Wolfgang Rihm – to its singable remnant. What was so surprising, however, was that such a reduction did not lead to a …

Fantasy for Band. Par BULLA STEPHEN. One can only imagine what it might be like if the animals ran the zoo! This and other questions will be considered in this programmatic original work for band, incorporating all manner of animal and jungle noises. Young bands students will love the opportunity to use some of those carefully rehearsed vocal monkey and bird sounds they’ve been diligently working …

Par BOYD ANNE. Composed in 1979, Goldfish Through Summer Rain is a piece for flute and piano by Australian composer Anne Boyd. Boyd studied music at the University of Sydney, where she was one of Peter Sculthorpes first students. Her music is regularly performed world-wide. The hallmarks of her musical style are its transparency, gentleness and delicacy – attributes whichreflect her long involveme…

Designed for those in the advanced stages of studying the keyboard, this is part of a progressive series of ten handbooks, primarily intended for candidates considering taking the London College of Music examinations in electronic keyboard. This handbook covers all the material needed for the grade six examination. Even if you don\'t intend to take an examination, the appealing content of musical …