Par BALAZS ARPAD. Árpád Balázs (*1937) composed the first version of the work between 1994 and 1996 for tárogató and concert band. Since this traditional Hungarian instrument is rarely found in ensembles abroad, a soprano saxophone can serve as an alternative solo instrument. The composer uses melodies from the early 18th century, from the age of Rákóczi's war of independence. An ambitious framewo…

Par STRATFORD DIZZY. This composition by Dizzy Stratford symbolises the birth of the new Russia in the time of Mikhail Gorbachev with its new openness in public affairs (glasnost) accompanied by political and economic reform (perestroika). Glasnost is a work offering a modern vision of Russian music. Dizzy Stratford has chosen to combine the national hymn of the Soviet Union with two traditional m…

Par BIELSA V.. Traditional/ Recueil / Guitare

Par SANTOS YAGO. This book contains note-for-note transcriptions of six original solo flamenco guitar pieces or toques from the author’s 2021 CD, Alma de Niño (Soul of a Child). These deep and introspective solos represent a modern approach to traditional flamenco forms and composition styles.Selections include the solea por bulería, “A Fali”, composed in homage to the author’s teacher, Rafael Riq…

Par HOUGH STEPHEN. As recorded by Stephen Hough on his 'Dream Album” (2018, Hyperion), the pianist and composer's humorous rhumba-inspired interpretation of the much-loved, traditional Australian tune 'Waltzing Matilda' is short and dazzling, and perfect for encores!/ Répertoire / Piano

Nick Barber has been part of traditional English music sessions up and down the country for many years. His copious notes have resulted in this tune book suitable for any melody instrument (fiddle, accordion, tinwhistle, recorder, etc.). The tunes are accurately transcribed, referring to original sources wherever possible. Also included is information about each tune, with Nick's choice of chords …

Par DOBSON SIMON. Torsion was commissioned by the Leyland Band and first performed on 23 January 2010 at the Royal Northern College of Music Festival of Brass, Manchester, by Leyland Band conducted by Jason Katsikaris. This colourful and dynamic work is the most personal and ambitious that Simon Dobson composed during his residency with the Lancashire brass band. The dictionary defines torsion as …

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

Contest March. Par SPARKE PHILIP. This fantastic contest march was composed for the Alexander Brass Band from Stavanger, Norway, who wanted a brand new march to play when they took part in the world-renowned Whit Friday March Contest. In the march Philip Sparke has followed the traditional brass band contest march format and it is named as a tribute to Alexander the Great, rather than the Alexande…

Per Violino, Violoncello E Pianoforte. Par CALLIGARIS SERGIO. Sergio Calligaris was born in Rosario (1941), Argentina. He is one of the last musicians to incarnate the traditional 19th century figure of pianist, teacher and composer, inaugurated at the beginning of the 19th century by Muzio Clementi and carriedon after that by a sequence of famous names that the history of music has handed down to…

inspired by the traditional song 'An der Weser'. Par DE HAAN JACOB. Along the Weser est, comme l’indique son titre, un hommage au fleuve de Weser, qui serpente en toute beauté à travers le nord de l’Allemagne. Avec des rythmes enjoués et des lignes mélodiques lyriques, l’oeuvre reflète le lien fort que sententles gens qui habitent le long de la rivière avec leur région. Le fil conducteur est la mé…

A traditional Xhosa prayer that almost every black South African grew up singing in church. An authentic and medatative setting by the arranger. Duration: Approx. 3:30. / Choeur Mixte SSAA Et Percussions

Par BOCCHERINI LUIGI. Traditional/ Répertoire / Saxophone

Par COURT DOUGLAS. Imaginative thematic interplay threads its way throughout this dynamic new concert piece. Your Grade 2 ensemble will enjoy finding several traditional armed forces songs hiding in the fabric of this piece as neatly as if Betsy Ross herself had stitched them together. The parade-like atmosphere is uplifting and energizing. The stars and stripes fly high with Yankee Doodle Salute!…

Par AONZO CARLO. Collaborating with mandolinist, guitarist, and musicologist Franco Di Biase, a native of Archi in the Abruzzo region of southern Italy, world-renowned mandolinist Carlo Aonzo presents a new chapter of the Italian folk repertoire with 22 field-collected lively traditional dances and tunes still used in local festivals and serenades.The book is enhanced by vintage photos and evocati…