Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1137855 Composed by Christian Petzold, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Martin Luther. Arranged by Ander. Baroque,Easter,Renaissance,Sacred,Wedding. 44 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #738116. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1137855). This album contains 5 of Johann Sebastian Bach's most famous and versatile pieces for bassoon quartet, all very well suited for the beginners who want to get to know the baroque repertoire. They are also suitable for performances at events such as: weddings, Christian and church ceremonies, Easter, and academic recitals or concerts. They can be used in music institutions and by teachers as repertoire material and study methods, either for performance or instrumental technique. This collection includes a totally free bonus for you to enjoy: Martin Luther's A Mighty Fortress is Our God, a Renaissance sacred song for choir, which has been adapted for this set. 1: Air on the G String - The original piece is part of Johann Sebastian Bach's Suite No. 3 for orchestra, in D Major, BWV 1068, written for Prince Leopold of Anhalt. The so-called Air on the G String dates from one of these latter employments. In the service of the Prince of Cöthen, Bach composed not only the famous Brandenburg Concertos, but also several orchestral suites, from the third of which comes the Air on the G String. This curious title derives from a later arrangement of this piece for violin solo, in which the melody is played entirely on the lower, higher string of the instrument. 2: Arioso - The Cantata 156 (BWV 156) was written for the third Sunday after Epiphany in 1729, and was first performed on January 23 of that year. The text is by Picander, one of Bach's favorite librettists. Of the four cantatas written by Bach for the feast, it was the last and only one scored for solo voice. This is a choral cantata, employing a choral melody in several movements. Cantata 156, in fact, employs two different choral melodies and texts in the second and sixth movements. A cantata is a sung symphony consisting of several parts, one of which is the Arioso, which is the initial instrumental part. 3: Jesu, joy of man's desiring - This is one of Bach's most beautiful cantatas, made famous by the Jesus the Joy of Men chorus. It was originally composed for Advent 1716 in Weimar. Years later, already in Leipzig, Advent was tempus clausum, there was no music in the churches. Bach then reworked it for the Feast of Mary's Visitation. It is the final chorale of the cantata Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben. Although it is the 32nd cantata composed by Bach, of those that have survived, it was given BWV 147 in the complete catalog of his works. 4: O Jesulein süss, o Jesulein mild - The Jesulein süß, the Jesulein mild is an original traditional German choral melody for voice and continuous bass arranged by Johann Sebastian Bach around 1735. With lyrics by Valentin Thilo, O Jesulein süss is a sacred melody adapted and catalogued as BWV 493. The first translation is by Dirk van Hogendorp, who made it more of a song for the time of suffering. 5: Minuet in G major - This famous piece has traditionally been attributed to Johann Sebastian Bach, as it appears in the Notebook for Anna Magdalena , a notebook that Bach gave to his wife Anna Magdalena in 1725 and which was to be filled with the favorite selections of Bach family members. However, recent research has concluded that this minuet, sometimes referred to as BWV Anhang 114. was probably composed by Christian Petzold, a German composer and organist contemporary with Bach. Bonus: A Mighty Fortress is Our God, by Martin Luther - Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott is a hymn written by Martin Luther probably before 1529. The melody was also considered his work for a long time, but it was created at least with the collaboration of Johann Walter. The song is of great symbolic power for Protestantism, where it is also known as Deus noster refugium et virtus. Considered one of the most important hymns in the history of Christianity, it was considered by the Christian poet Johann Heirich Heine (1797-1856) to be the Marseillaise of the Reformation, in an allusion to the French national anthem.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1143529 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Ander. Classical,Folk,March,Opera,Romantic Period. 10 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #743845. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1143529). This arrangement adapted for bassoon quartet was written keeping the characteristics of the original work, in order to be performed by young music students who want to enter the symphonic music. Besides, it can also be used by professional musicians for recitals, repertoire, academic presentations and didactic material. The transcription remains faithful to the structure, with only one change in tone, so that it is comfortable for all the instruments in the formation, as well as being used as an activity in ensemble practice among musicians of different traditions. Beethoven's Turkish March (Op. 113) is the 4th movement of the operatic work: The Ruins of Athens, a set of incidental pieces written in 1812 by Ludwig van Beethoven, where the melody was originally written in 1809 as Theme with Six Variations for Piano, Op. 76. The work was written to accompany the play of the same name by August von Kotzebue, for the dedication of a new theater in Pest. Perhaps the best known part of the composition is the Marcia alla turca, In Latin America, this movement became known in Jean-Jacques Perrey's version (who titled it The Elephant never Forgets) since it was used as the opening theme of the successful Mexican TV comedy El Chavo del Ocho. The opening and the turkish march are often performed separately, and the other pieces in this set are not often heard.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1026217 Composed by Camille Saint-Saens. Arranged by Gillian Horn. 20th Century,Romantic Period,World. 8 pages. G. Horn #5994719. Published by G. Horn (A0.1026217). The Swan, arranged for Bassoon Quartet (or 'cello or trombone quartet)Considered one of the most beautiful melodies ever written, Saint-Saëns' The Swan portrays the legend of the swan song: a popular Ancient Greek and Roman belief that the swan, the most beautiful of all animals, remained silent until its final moments of life, when it would sing the most beautiful of all songs. Originally portrayed by the ‘cello, this arrangement highlights the expressive tenor register of the bassoon, alongside the warmth of the bass notes and light ripple in the accompaniment.Duration, 3 mins. approx. Original key (G maj). Score and parts included.This arrangement was originally written for Genovia Quartet in 2020 by bassoonist Gillian Horn.www.genoviaquartet.com

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Digital Download SKU: A0.1026223 Composed by Edvard Grieg. Arranged by Gillian Horn. Romantic Period,Wedding,World. 15 pages. G. Horn #5997973. Published by G. Horn (A0.1026223). Grieg, Wedding Day at Troldhaugen for Bassoon QuartetOne of Grieg's most charming works, Wedding Day at Troldhaugen is the 6th 'Lyric Piece' for solo piano from his Opus 65.Originally called Gratulanterne kommer (The well-wishers are coming), it was written in 1896 as a memorial of the 25th wedding anniversary of Grieg and his wife Nina.This piece in in a sprightly D major and evokes celebration and joy. The calm middle section is reflective and melancholic. This version for bassoon quartet was written during lockdown as a tribute to those who have had to postpone their own weddings during the global crisis. I hope you enjoy playing this fantastic work!Duration: 7 mins approx.Arranged for Genovia Quartet by Gillian Horn, 2020.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1140796 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Ander. Classical,Instructional,March,Opera,Romantic Period. 12 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #741052. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1140796). This arrangement adapted for bassoon quartet was written keeping the characteristics of the original work, that is, inspiring and significant to the already known choral symphony by Beethoven, indicated to be performed by young music students, who want to enter the symphonic music, moreover, it can also be used by professional musicians, for recitals, repertoire, academic presentations and didactic material. As much as it is a funeral march, it is well suited for any musical performance occasion. The transcription is faithful to the structure, with only one change in key, so that it is comfortable for all instruments in the formation, thus maintaining the essence of the striking melody, as well as using it for ensemble practice among musicians of different traditions. Beethoven's Ninth Symphony Op. 125 incorporates part of the poem An die Freude (To Joy), a hymn written by Friedrich Schiller, with the text sung by soloists and a choir in its last movement. It was the first example of a major composer using the human voice as prominently as the instruments in a symphony, thus creating a far-reaching work that set the tone for the symphonic form that was to be adopted by Romantic composers. This is the last complete symphony composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. The choral symphony, better known as the Ninth Symphony or The Ninth, is one of the best known works in the Western repertoire, considered both an icon and predecessor of Romantic music, and one of Beethoven's great masterpieces, where it was first performed on May 7, 1824, the same year it was completed, at the Kärntnertortheater in Vienna, Austria. The conductor was Michael Umlauf, the theater's music director, and Beethoven - dissuaded from conducting by the advanced stage of his deafness - was given a special place on the stage next to the conductor. It was later rearranged by Herbert von Karajan to become the anthem of the European Union in 1972, the national anthem of Rhodesia from 1974 until 1979, Rise, O Voices of Rhodesia, used the tune Ode to Joy..

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.968016 Composed by Lawrence H. Underwood. Concert,Contemporary,Instructional,Standards. 10 pages. Lawrence H Underwood #6252747. Published by Lawrence H Underwood (A0.968016). All pieces in the Mix & Match Ensemble Series were written so that not only like instruments may perform together, but virtually any combination of dissimilar instruments can join together successfully in chamber groups. All of these original compositions are of sufficient length to meet the requirements of solo & ensemble contests and festivals.Each piece in the series has been arranged for and can be performed by any combination of flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinet, bass clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, French horn, trumpet (baritone - treble clef), trombone, baritone - bass clef/euphonium, tuba, mallet percussion, violin, viola, cello, and bass.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Digital Download SKU: A0.1014531 Composed by Victor Araújo. Contemporary. 7 pages. Arezzo Music #4265701. Published by Arezzo Music (A0.1014531). A miniature originaly written for trombone quartet, arranged for bassoon. Rough woods brings a polyphonic approach and a modern harmonic language. the piece lasts about 1:20 minute.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.714988 Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by Jeremy Corcoran. Baroque,Christmas,Sacred. 8 pages. LPC Publishers #5002823. Published by LPC Publishers (A0.714988). One of the best known Christmas Carols written by Handel. Stays within the comfortable range of all instruments. Great opener for any Christmas quartet concert.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.997439 By Europe. By Joey Tempest. Arranged by Allora Fagotto. Rock. 15 pages. A. Sheridan #5325277. Published by A. Sheridan (A0.997439). The Final Countdown is a song by Swedish rock band Europe. It was released in 1986 and written by Joey Tempest.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.714810 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Jeremy Corcoran. Classical,Film/TV,Multicultural,Wedding,World. 16 pages. LPC Publishers #3560069. Published by LPC Publishers (A0.714810). The Haunting 2nd Movement of Beethoven's 7th Symphony has become one of his best known and most popular pieces of music. Scored here for Bassoon Quartet, it is written for you to work with your students on cut time, though can be played in 4/4 time just as easily.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Digital Download SKU: A0.925235 Composed by Jill Elliott. Concert,Contemporary,Standards. 7 pages. Daffiddle Music #4632947. Published by Daffiddle Music (A0.925235). The first of three pieces collectively known as 'Bassoonery', arranged for three bassoons and one contrabassoon. In their original form, for four bassoons and one contrabassoon, they were written for the Oxfordshire Youth Bassoon Ensemble, with two of the parts designed for the less experienced players. In the four bassoon version here the pieces  have been performed by ensembles in Britain, Italy and the US.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.856055 Composed by Darren Lloyd. Concert,Contemporary,Holiday,Instructional,World. 8 pages. Darren Lloyd #4988031. Published by Darren Lloyd (A0.856055). An easy piece for Bassoon quartet that focuses on articulations and ensemble skills. Written using pentatonic scale to give a Chinese flavour.Would suit early intermediate players.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1321895 Composed by Edward Elgar. Arranged by Jeremy Corcoran. 19th Century,Chamber,Contest,Festival,Wedding. 11 pages. LPC Publishers #910321. Published by LPC Publishers (A0.1321895). Salut d'Amour (Liebesgruss), is a musical work composed by Edward Elgar in 1888 and originally written for violin and piano. Here it is arranged for Bassoon Quartet. The melody is passed through out the group and there is much opportunity to work on musicality and dynamic contrasts. Great for concerts or contests.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Digital Download SKU: A0.925229 Composed by Daffiddle Music. Concert,Contemporary,Standards. 13 pages. Daffiddle Music #4632919. Published by Daffiddle Music (A0.925229). The third of three pieces collectively known as 'Bassoonery. In their original form, for four bassoons and one contrabassoon, they were written for the Oxfordshire Youth Bassoon Ensemble, with two of the parts designed for the less experienced players. In the four bassoon version here the pieces  have been performed by ensembles in Britain, Italy and the US.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1348195 Composed by John Rox. Arranged by Matteo Dal Toso. Advent,Christmas,Folk,Holiday,Pop. 8 pages. Matteo Dal Toso #933012. Published by Matteo Dal Toso (A0.1348195). Enjoy this famous tune with your bassoon quartet!I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas is a lovely Christmas song composed by John Rox back in 1953 featuring many bassoon cues in the music, starting right from the beginning throughout the whole piece. For this reason, no arrangement could fit better other than this one for four bassoons!The tone of this arrangement is G major, the same tuning as the original song. Although the 1st bassoon lies in a rather high register, the parts are written by keeping track of the instrument charachteristics and capabilities, resulting in a smooth writing style very pleasurable to the players.A great encore for Christmas events, recitals, concerts or just to have a good time with your fellow bassoon friends.Have fun!