Eb Alto Saxophone (Bb Soprano Saxophone). Par SCHWARZ OTTO M.. Saxpack was commissioned for the centenary of the Polizeimusik Wien (Vienna police orchestra). One of the most prolific saxophonists in all of Austria, Gert Kolaja, is a member of this professional orchestra. One of Otto M. Schwarz’s goals in his compositions for concert band is to continually develop and expand the genre. That is why …

The Violin Play-Along series will help you play your favorite songs quickly and easily. Just follow the music, listen to the online audio to hear how the violin should sound, and then play along using the separate backing tracks. The audio includes PLAYBACK features that allow you to loop passages, change the tempo, and more. This volume includes: Another Day of Sun · Audition (The Fools Who Drea…

Par SIBELIUS JEAN. Five multi-movement trios for piano and two string instruments by Sibelius are known from the years 1883?1888. The ?large? trios, such as the Havträsk and Korpo Trio (JS 207, JS 209), were written for the classical piano trio scoring of violin, violoncello and piano. Apparently, Sibelius kept composing trios to play among his family and friends, having in mind to be one of the m…

(Homage to Haydn). Par GOEHR ALEXANDER. My piece is subtitled ‘Homage to Haydn’. Why? Because it is modelled on Haydn’s Variations in F minor/major. But modelled does not imply pastiche or imitation. From Brahms onwards (if not before) there are countless examples of pieces modelled on others in a variety of ways. To do this does not imply a closeness to the original, rather inevitably a distance …

Featuring works from 19 of the world's leading composers, Easy Contemporary Pieces reflects the tremendous variety of styles prevalent in contemporary music. These enjoyable pieces have been selected to be accessible to both the performer and the listener. / Piano

EUNOIA, made up of the particles eu and noia which mean 'beautiful' and 'thinking', describes, in rhetoric, the goodwill a speaker elicits from listeners. This word which contains all five vowels is the name given to a young ensemble from Basle which consists of 4 instrumentalists from different instrument sections and a soprano, and it is the title of Mike Svoboda's 'Ballade' which was created on…

Troisième édition, révisée. Suggested Prerequisites: Volume 24, 1, 21.The Blues have had the very essence of the jazz sound since the 1920?s. A player who masters the sound and feel of the Blues will play other jazz tunes in a manner that will inspire the listener. The rhythm section on this recording really grooves and makes this set fun to play with. Contains 11 different Blues and is a natura…

Par SWEENEY MICHAEL. Based on traditional tunes dating back hundreds of years, Michael\'s masterful rhapsodic setting utilizes a wide variety of styles and moods. Taking the listener on a dramatic and emotional journey, the featured melodies include: Return from Fingal, Lord Mayo, The Yellow Bittern, Captain O\'Kane, Song of the Chanter, and Behind the Bush in the Garden. Dur: 6:35 / Date parution…

Take seven of George and Ira Gershwin's classic songs, add Mark Hayes' stunning and unpredictable arrangements, and it all adds up to a winning collection for singers and listeners alike. / Chant Et Piano

Par HENSON KEATON. The Tallowmere Annual is a unique collection of words, sound, and ink paintings by musician and artist Keaton Henson. This hardback, special limited edition, mixed-media book tells the fragmented story of a town that never existed, Tallowmere, seemingly empty, showing only outlines of living things, words once spoken, and the sounds of distant mourning. The first of its kind, th…

Any violinist who hears the name Sitt nowadays will probably just think of the author of studies and exercises that have long been a familiar feature in instrumental lessons. Of course the Prague violinist, music teacher and composer Hans Sitt (1850-1922) made a significant impact on methods of violin teaching, but he also wrote a whole series of other works worth listening to: concertos for violi…

Using Christ's love and our response to that love as its central theme, this creative and moving cantata guides listeners through each of the five days of Holy week. The six anthems can easily be used separately during Lent or Holy Week, or together as a 25-minute cantata. Titles: Prayer of Peace * Sing Jubilate! * Canticle of Love * This Lonesome Valley * Jesus, Rose of Sharon * Prayer of Peace (…

Open up your mind, and make playing your favorite piano music a no-brainer! This book offers 45 of the world's greatest popular hits and movie classics expertly arranged for piano. Every full-size arrangement includes lyrics, melody lines, and guitar chord diagrams. Don't stand by listening, start playing! / Piano

Par RESPIGHI OTTORINO / STORY MICHAEL (Arr.). Completed in 1924 Respighi's masterwork consists of four contrasting movements. The final movement, 'The Pines of the Appian Way,' depicts the advancement of the Roman Legion as it gradually marches towards the listener. It is one of the most glorious and stunning orchestral crescendos in all of classical music. Perfectly arranged for young band by Mic…