A must have for all pianists seeking a creative approach to developing left and right hand coordination. The exercises and solos (based on the chord changes to well-known standards) are rhythmic, colorful, and fun to play. The chapters cover six specific areas of left hand development and left/right hand integration, with practical application from standard jazz tunes in the form of musical solo …

Solo for Euphonium and Brass Band. Par OLSEN VADSTEN OYSTEIN. “Song for Frances” is a classic love ballad, written for concert band and brass band, with a soloist on euphonium. The piece always has the soloist in focus and gives him plenty of room to show off, both a warm sound and technical skills. In the first part of “Song for Frances”, the basic melody is clearly presented, while the rest of t…

for 3 Violins, Strings and Basso Continuo. Par TELEMANN GEORG PHILIPP. Concerto in F major for 3 Violins, Strings and Basso continuo TWV 53:F1 Tafelmusik II If Telemann was regarded by his contemporaries as one of the greatest of all composers, his star, faced with the overwhelming presence of Bach and Handel, paled in the course of the 19th century to the verge of contempt. This assessment change…

Par VAN DER ROOST JAN. This stately concert opener was originally written by Jan Van der Roost for a special event in which six respected wind orchestras (two Belgian and four Dutch) of different composition (two symphonic bands, two fanfare bands and two brass bands) were featured during six concerts. Each evening brought forth a performance by a symphonic band, a fanfare, and brass band, so that…

The Bluesier Side of Jazz by Andrew D. Gordon was inspired by the Piano students he teaches at Shepherd University School of Music in Los Angeles and is dedicated to those students: Jungwon, Yumiko, Yoko, Eunice, Sooji, Hae Ji and Ok Kyu. As with many students that come from a classical background (including himself) it is a difficult transition to learn to play Blues & Jazz. When a musician impro…

Par BENJAMIN GEORGE. Dedicated to the memory of Oliver Knussen, George Benjamin?s 2021 Concerto for Orchestra premiered at the BBC proms by the Mahler Chamber Orchestra. Benjamin said that the piece attempts ?to conjure a trace of the energy, humour, and spirit? of Knussen. It is varied and dynamic across its unbroken 18-minute span ? skittish lines play against still, suspended ones ? and full of…

Featuring Bass Drum Kicks For Rock and Jazz. Par ROTHMAN JOEL. As every drummer knows, in today's music it's essential that a high degree of coordination is necessary when it comes to playing bass drum kicks against various rock and jazz cymbal beats. This easy to read book presents just about every combination of bass kicks any drummer is likely to use when playing. It's the most extensive and in…

Violin Edition. Par CHRISTIANSEN COREY. Saxophonist John Coltrane was one of the most innovative, creative, and influential jazz artists of the 20th Century. Both stylistically and harmonically, he opened doors for others to follow. This book will focus on the first period of Coltrane's career, when he was with Miles Davis, and the jazz vocabulary he used. First, to help the student better underst…

Par . If there ever were a church music arranger/orchestrator dream team, this would be it. The talents of the writers featured in this collection bring you and your choir a group of songs that are energetic, powerful, and worshipful for each week throughout the Advent and Christmas season. These arrangments are sure to be favorites for you and your choir this Christmas season and for many Christm…

This is an updated edition of Francis Poulenc's 1957 work Sonata For Flute And Piano, edited by Carl Schmidt. Featuring the full score and separate Clarinet part, this exclusive edition also includes a download card, giving you instant online access to demonstration and accompaniment tracks.After having begun a Sonata for Flute as early as 1952, questions arose over whether Poulenc would be able t…

Eric Clapton is one of the most influential guitarists of all time, and played a key role in the post-war development of both Rock and Blues music. In Eric Clapton: Fingerstyle Guitar Collection , his various styles are revealed through 12 of his greatest songs. Transcribed for Guitar and Voice, both Tab and standard notation are included alongside chord symbols, making it accessible for any guita…

Mostly remembered for his great compositions, during his life Edward Elgar was also a violin teacher.These six short studies, presented in a progressive order of didactic difficulty, are, despite their simplicity, very musical. They can be played in the first position, but require the knowledge of all fingering patterns. The compositions are set in C major, A minor and G major with occasional modu…

100 Hymns for Violin and Guitar is a collection of all-time favorite hymns arranged for violin solo with suggested written chordal accompaniment. Fingerstyle guitar and strum styles are indicated on each solo. Other chordal instrumentalists can also use the written material. The repertoire spans centuries and represents a wonderful assortment of solos which may be used as preludes or offertories t…

Par WILSON PETER. 'Space Stringpops' is designed to provide enjoyable, yet worthwhile study for the intermediate string player. Within each piece is a different musical 'episode' to stimulate the imagination. The player is taken on a complete musical journey starting from 'Mission Control' and 'Chromatic Countdown' into space where various cosmic adventures await./ Répertoire / Ensemble à Cordes e…

Par DOBSON SIMON. Firefly was composed by award-winning composer Simon Dobson (b.1981) to provide an entertaining up-tempo concert work for community and youth bands. Composed in funk-rock style, and is based on the groove beat with which it opens. Dobson says, 'Firefly was written as a break from my more serious music and as a 'hat tip' to the various types of beat orientated music I listen to.” …