Par CABANILLES JUAN BAUTISTA. Joan Cabanilles was cathedral organist in Valencia and the towering figure in Spanish organ music of the late 17th century. His brilliant and diverse musical language, rooted in the traditional sounds of Spain, has not managed to reach a large audience outside the Iberian peninsula, although he is often called 'a musician of European stature”. The aim of this three-…

Ten popular Portugese songs. Orff-Schulwerk has been translated and adapted for use in many countries and there are editions in numerous languages, with a comprehensive range of supplementary material. Those teachers using the various English editions will find here a rich and exciting source of traditional folk songs, dance melodies and original material from other countries, which will enlarge …

Bring the excitement of traditional Latin dance to the string orchestra with this collection. Explore the 'clave,' or rhythmic groove styles, such as the Merengue, Tango, Mambo, and others in a flexible format. All instruments have the melody, a harmony part, and an accompaniment/bass line. Easy hand percussion parts are included for the string players to perform or the optional drumset part can b…

Par D'ADAMO DANIEL. Lips, your lips, based on texts by the composer, exploit vocal sounds produced inside the mouth to the exclusion of traditional singing. It is an authentic sound theater where the characters are the character traits of themezzo-soprano on stage and its duplication projected by the speakers. The principal subject of the text of this first piece of 'The Lips Cycle' is telling and…

This serene pairing of 'Still, Still, Still? and 'Silent Night? will be a quick learn during your busiest time of year. Occasional counterpoint is scattered among traditional harmonies to create a lovely and luscious mini-medley. Equally appropriate for school and church, and for singers of any age. / 2 Parties Mixtes

Kantate Zum 1. Advent. Par BACH JOHANN SEBASTIAN. The opening chorus uses the first verse of the old plainsong hymn 'Veni redemptor gentium', which in the paraphrase by Martin Luther has become the most important Advent hymn of the Protestant Church. Bach introduces the traditional plainsong melody in the form of a French overture, here symbolizing the entry of the King of Heaven, thus creating an…

Jamaican music is loved throughout the world for its laid-back feel as well as its intense, lively rhythms. Its influence is apparent across many musical styles, from the reggae rhythms in the music of popular bands like The Police, to ska beats in the music of groups such as The Mighty Mighty Bosstones and The Toasters. Even rap music evolved from the Jamaican vocal style called 'toasting,' and t…

Christian Bourdon's new book features traditional and modern African rhythms for Conga, Tumba and Djembe. The focus is on special playing techniques (floating hand, 'bascules') with exercises for one and two players plus 3 solo pieces. / Conga - Tumba - Djembé

Brasilian Songs for Children. Orff-Schulwerk has been translated and adapted for use in many countries and there are editions in numerous languages, with a comprehensive range of supplementary material. Those teachers using the various English editions will find here a rich and exciting source of traditional folk songs, dance melodies and original material from other countries, which will enlarge …

The existing editions for soloists with accompaniments on CD, are now available with an added alternative piano accompaniment providing pianists and soloists with the chance to perform these pieces together.The CDs immediately bring alive traditional music from around the world - in all its diversity. Full performances of the pieces are also provided and will be an inspiration to both soloists and…

Practice Material From Classical And Traditional Sources Compiled By Keith Stent. Par STENT KEITH. Cet album offre le pianiste une collection de 50 extraits de musique pour piano ' réels ', avec des idiomes familiers de la mélodie et tech­nique. Les extraits ont été imprimés sans titres, afin que connu des mélodies doivent être lu et pas seulement joués par l'oreille./ Méthode / Piano

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 …

Par ADAMS SALLY. Flute Basics is a landmark method by one of the leading figures in flute education. It starts at absolute beginner level and progresses to about Grade 2 level.There are 22 stages and each section includes a wonderful variety of concert pieces from the great composers,traditional tunes and fun, original exercises such as finger gyms and warm ups to help establish a sound technique,…

Multicultural instruction in music and the arts is an excellent way to provide students with a global perspective to enhance student development and learning. This traditional Mexican folk song in 3/4 is an excellent piece to program at your next 'Music Around the World' concert. (1:30) / Orchestre D'Harmonie

for string quartet. Par VASKS PETERIS. In 2013, Peteris Vasks set Mother Teresa’s peace prayer “The fruit of silence is prayer” for the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival. The piece is for mixed choir however the versions for piano quintet and string quartet now make this musical expression of Mother Teresa's words accessible to two traditional genres of chamber music without the help of a choir. /…