When Weber offered the sonatas for violin and piano to the publisher André from Offenbach in 1810, the latter refused to print them because they were 'too good and demanding'. In order to reach as large a target group of music-making amateurs as possible, the editors at that time increasingly saw to the works' easy playability. Fortunately, the sonatas nevertheless found their way into the reperto…

Das Liederspiel. Par HUMPERDINCK ENGELBERT. When Engelbert Humperdinck’s fairy tale opera Hänsel und Gretel was premiered on 23 December 1893 in Weimar conducted by Richard Strauss, the work could look back on an extensive history of origin. Humperdinck’s younger sister Adelheid Wette (born in 1858) had displayed a great interest in literature in her youth and written a variety of poems for specia…

Yet Another 365 More Great Songs for Better Living. Par . Strum a different song every day! Compiled and arranged by Jim Beloff, this latest addition to the Daily Ukulele songbook series features yet another 365 great songs (with no duplication with previous editions!) arranged for ukulele with melody, lyrics, and ukulele chord grids in uke-friendly keys. Perfect for groups of one to one hundred! …

The Real Vocal Book has many of the selections from volumes 1 and 2 of the instrumental Real Books, but now with the lyrics added to the pre-existing melody line.This songbook contains nearly 300 essential songs compiled especially for singers, including: Alfie, All of Me, Autumn Leaves, Bewitched, Bluesette, Don't Get Around Much Anymore, Fever, Georgia on My Mind, Misty, Moon River, My Funny Val…

Par . A beginning fake book for players new to faking! This great collection contains over 100 favorite gospel songs all in the key of C. Each song features lyrics and simplified chords that remain true to each original tune, withlarge, easy-to-read music notation. Includes: Amazing Grace · At Calvary · Because He Lives · Blessed Assurance · Church in the Wildwood · Do Lord · Give Me That Old Time…

The Daily Ukulele contains a super collection of 366 well-known songs arranged for ukulele from the 1950s through today.All songs feature melody, lyrics and ukulele chord grids in uke-friendly keys. A special 'Ukulele 101? section, chord chart, and vintage ukulele-themed photos makes the experiences of learning new songs much more fun and exciting.This Songbook contains a piece of sheet music for …

Transcriptions from Buckley's Banjo Guide of 1868. Par TWISS TIM. Early American Banjo by Tim Twiss provides complete banjo tablature transcriptions of the instrumental solos that first appeared in standard notation in Buckley's Banjo Guide of 1868. This modern tablature edition of over 100 mid-19th century jigs, waltzes, polkas, hornpipes and reels provides insight to the transition between the A…

Par GILBERT WILLIAM SCHWENCK / SULLIVAN ARTHUR. Ruddigore is a dark and haunting tale of dastardly deeds and gruesome ghosts whose evil plans get scuppered by a troupe of bridesmaids, a roguish sailor and a 'little book of etiquette'. / TV, Film, Comédie musicale / Recueil / Chant et Piano

Par GILBERT WILLIAM SCHWENCK / SULLIVAN ARTHUR. Having a rather idealistic view of England and the English people, King Paramount of the south sea island of Utopia decides that his people should adopt all English customs and fashions, and that the kingdom should become a company limited . Utopia Limited , or The Flowers Of Progress , is a Savoy Opera, with music by Arthur Sullivan and Libretto by …

Par CHRISTIANSEN COREY. Wes Montgomery took jazz guitar to a new level when he came to the public's attention in the late 1950's. Known for his fluid lines and his big jazz guitar sound, Wes influenced thousands of guitarists in the styles of jazz, blues, and rock. This book will present some of the soloing techniques that Wes used as well has present many melodic ideas (lines) similar to the way …

Pop Performance Pieces includes 10 carefully selected contemporary and classic pop songs in special arrangements for Trumpet with a Piano accompaniment suitable for Grade 2-5 students, as well as teachers. With a Piano score, separate Trumpet part and performance hints and tips, these fun pieces will hone your skills and develop ensemble playing.These pieces present a fun alternative to graded exa…

Pop Performance Pieces includes 10 carefully selected contemporary and classic pop songs in special arrangements for Violin with a Piano accompaniment suitable for Grade 2-5 students, as well as teachers. With a Piano score, separate Violin part and performance hints and tips, these fun pieces will hone your skills and develop ensemble playing.These pieces present a fun alternative to graded exam …

Pop Performance Pieces includes 10 carefully selected contemporary and classic pop songs in special arrangements for Flute with a Piano accompaniment suitable for Grade 2-5 students, as well as teachers. With a Piano score, separate Flute part and performance hints and tips, these fun pieces will hone your skills and develop ensemble playing.These pieces present a fun alternative to graded exam ma…