Par MENA MARIA. Here’s an easy arrangement of this popular Christmas song composed by Maria Mena and Martin Sjølie. I have tried to spread the melody to several groups throughout the arrangement. The melody has to be played rhythmically, but also with flow and legato style. Please strive for best possible intonation and balance where the melody is played by several players. At bar 13, flugelhorn a…

Sergei Prokofiev's nine piano sonatas span the years 1907 to 1953. This collection, edited by Thomas Schumacher, addresses the first four of these masterworks: Op. 1 (in F minor), Op. 14 (in D minor), Op. 28 (in A minor), and Op. 29 (in C minor). In prefatory matter, Schumacher discusses Prokofiev's compositional style and the form of each sonata, in addition to analyzing the various themes and co…

Method for Trumpet. Par KASTELEIN / MICHIEL OLDENKAMP. Edited by acclaimed educator Philip Sparke, these exciting method book/CD packs for beginners contain songs, music puzzles, games to increase your understanding of music, information about your instrument, and lots of fun pieces to play - either with the CD provided or with other students. Books include helpful diagrams and fun illustrations t…

Par MACKAY NEIL. A Tuneful Introduction To The Third Position does not deal with the changing of position of the Left Hand. The only movement is the initial one from First to Third Position. Once this has been achieved, the hand remains in place throughout each melody. Students should remember to keep the thumb opposite the forefinger when the hand is in Third Position./ Etude / Violon

Method for Flugel Horn. Par KASTELEIN / MICHIEL OLDENKAMP. Edited by acclaimed educator Philip Sparke, these exciting method book/CD packs for beginners contain songs, music puzzles, games to increase your understanding of music, information about your instrument, and lots of fun pieces to play - either with the CD provided or with other students. Books include helpful diagrams and fun illustratio…

This expressive solo by Dennis Alexander is perfect for late-elementary students of all ages. Written in G major, it is an excellent study of the interval of a fifth. Melodic and rhythmic patterns are found throughout and will make this solo easy to learn and memorize. Students who love using the damper pedal will be delighted with the lyrical sounds created by the pedal as they move freely across…

Par NISHIMURA YUKIKO. The title Luna is the Latin word for moon, which is the subject of this lyrical work by composer Yukiko Nishimura, originally composed for string orchestra. In a lilting waltz style, the composer has described the inspiration as imagining the sky with the moon at daytime. Nishimura\'s gift for melody shines throughout, especially in the middle section which includes lush pass…

Par WEDGWOOD PAM. Pam Wedgwood: Piano Basics Volume 1 provides a unique method and building blocks to develop a sound technique in an imaginative and practical way, whilst also establishing essential theory and general musical knowledge. Pam Wedgwood: Piano Basics Volume 1 is packed with plenty of Pam 's toe-tapping, irresistible pieces. Pam Wedgwood: Piano Basics Volume 1 includes: Warm-ups, fun …

With this newly-edited, complete edition of the essential book of practice exercises, The Virtuoso Pianist In Sixty Exercises is intended to help pianists acquire essential technical and practical skills. The music and text have been updated with a sleek, modern design and the Download Card features audio demonstrations of every exercise.When Charles Hanon first published these sixty exercises in …

Par PEDERSON DAKOTA. Ambush by Dakota Pederson is a work that describes the fight of war and recounts a flanking ambush set out by soldiers as they close in on a victory. A fiery chord opens the work and is followed by a relentless melody, which is expressed through precise articulation. The work challenges performers to focus on articulation and expression, while giving the percussion section a d…

Commissioned in honor of the 60th anniversary of the Texas Choral Directors Association, I Should Be Glad captures the gratitude that artists feel as they live and work each day. Melody is of the utmost importance throughout as the work climbs from simple two-part singing to eight-part singing at its climax. A prayer of gratitude. / Choeur Mixte Satb A Cappella

Emmanuel Pahud Presents. Par BRAHMS JOHANNES. Flutists will enjoy this arrangement of Brahms’s “Sonata Opus 120, no. 1” in F minor, as they can present their instrument’s full range of tonal colours. Throughout four movements of different character, the flute is in intensive dialogue with its instrumental partner. In a singing, sensitive, tender, dance-like, cheerful and thoroughly humorous manner…

Beautiful American Airs and Ballads. Par DIEHL MARCIA. This collection of 41 timeless melodies is tastefully arranged for soprano and tenor recorders with suggested breath marks and accompaniment chords. Selections include a variety of influences which provide a historical and aesthetic view of the American musical landscape. The works of both well-known, classically trained composers and unknown …

Par WEDGWOOD PAM. Aimed at beginner-grade 1 level pianists, Pam Wedgwood: Piano Basics Workouts is designed to be used alongside the Piano Basics tutor books. The fun warm-ups and technical exercises featured in this book are an ideal way to start practice sessions. Pam Wedgwood: Piano Basics Workouts aides early-grade pianists in their technical development, strengthening hands and improving fing…

Par PURCELL HENRY. Henry Purcell (1659-1695) held numerous appointments at the Royal court and Westminster Abbey, and is considered by many to be the greatest ever English-born composer. His prolific work covered all fields: orchestral, ecclesiastical, operatic, theatrical, incidental, and chamber music were all enriched by his output. Fantazias And In Nomines is a collection of his 15 Fantasies a…