SKU: A0.942718

Quarter Master March takes its name from the extensive use of quarter notes throughout the short piece.  Intended for young or beginner students, rhythmic values are limited to quarter and half notes with a few rests here and there.  Not too taxing for young hands, the lighthearted march comes in at around 1:10 in duration.

SKU: A0.848717

Recital arrangement of Classic samples of works by the Master JS Bach. for Piano Harpsichord, Organ, Digital keyboards. Intermediate level. Fun and educational. Includes known works for Pipe Organ, Choir, Orchestra.
Perfect for the student who loves Classical music, especially music by Bach.

SKU: A0.1219240

Welcome to this exclusive presentation of one of Johan Sebastian Bach's most beloved works, 'Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 639' as play by the remarkable Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson. This stellar performance provides a delightful exploration into the depths of Bach's masterly composition and an experience that is unparalleled.   Whether you are an accomplished musician, a budding student or a professional pianist, you will find much to love while listening to the mastery of Víkingur Ólafsson. Let yourself be moved. Let your soul be lifted with this eternally powerful piece of music.   Experience a larger-than-life performance of 'Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 639' - as played by Víkingur Ólafsson - by getting your sheet music today.

Advanced Intermediate level 
Format: Concert 9 x 12 inches 
4 pages.

Notes

Chorale Prelude BWV 639 Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ (Transcr. by Ferruccio Busoni) As played By Víkingur Ólafsson (for Piano Solo).

This beautiful work by J. S. Bach was recently used in the powerful film All Quiet on the Western Front by director Edward Berger. In the movie, the terrible experiences and anguish of a young German soldier on the Western Front during the First World War. Enjoy! 

In this Busoni's transcription that emphasise lush, organ-like sonorities on the piano. Enjoy!

SKU: BQ.979-0-50179-119-4

ISBN 9790501791194.

Although remembered chiefly as the father of modern piano technique established through his pioneering studies and published methods, Czerny began studying the past masters from a very young age. This newly edited and engraved Impromptu Fugue provides a lively contemporary homage to the ancient composers with a piece in the Baroque style that takes in the brilliant art of fugue. A masterful study from one of the most accomplished and important composers of the early 19 century.

SKU: A0.1040102

One of the Masterpieces of Chinese Music of 20th Century The magnificent cave art at Dunhuang, in Western China sets the stage for the ballet, “Dream of Dunhuang�. In the middle of the vast wastes of Western China, lies the oasis of Dunhuang, situated in today‘s Gansu Province. Since the Western Han Dynasty(202BC-8AC), Dunhuang was an important trading and cultural center on the famous “Silk Road’, the ribbon of communication which fostered the historic ties between East and West. In the East was China, source of treasured trading articles such as silk; in the West, the �road“ branched to Venice, and north to what is today‘s Russia. The mural led caves at Dunhuang, which were begun the Northern Wei dynasty(336AD), and developed over one thousand years into the Qing Dynasty, re presents one of the world‘s richest cultural treasures. Drawing on bothn Western(Indian and Persian) as well as Chinese tradition, the caves, of which 492 remain intact, were decorated as a mines of religious devotion, with the initiation of Buddhism into China. The subjects of the murals, such as devise, demons, apsaras and bodhisattvas, represent the entire pantheon of Buddhist mythology, yet are also significant in their representation of muti-racial and muti-cultural influences, standing as an important testament to the age old exchange between East and West. A fabricated fantasia, the story of the ballet was inspirited by the famous artist, maestro Chang Shu-hong, who dedicated his whole life to Dunhuang. One of the Huang An-lun‘s major compositions with the play written by Xu Qing-dong, the score of “Dream of Dunhuang� was completed in mid-1979. The ballet has been dedicated to the composer‘s closest friends, Canadian writers John Fraser and Elizabeth MacCallun. Up to the date this CD being released, the ballet has never got a chance to performed in mainland China. Nevertheless, its music has been wildly performed and warmly received around the world. The Singapore premiere of its suite No.1 was performed by the SSO, conducted by Maestro Lim Yao. It has been also chosen as one of the “Master Piece of Chinese Music in 20th Century� in 1993. The world premiere of the complete ballet was performed successfully by the Russian State Ballet of Moscow, directed by its artist director, Vyatcheslav Godeyev, in 1994. Choreographed by Chen Min, it was took place in Taiwan with the Taiwan Symphony Orchestra, conducted by maestro David C.H.Chen. In 2002, ROI of Hong Kong has released the CD of the whole ballet, performed by the Russian Philharmonic Orchestra of Moscow. This is also the audio file attached. Before this recording conducted by the composer himself, the entire score was also performed by the Bolshoi Symphony Orchestra of Moscow in1995. The YouTube video was the World Premiere in Taiwan by the Russia National Ballet with the Taiwan symphony Orchestra, conducted by David Chen in 1994. The ballet, “ Dream of Dunhuang� depicts two young artists seeking the ultimate experience in love and expression. This two lovers arrived at desert and with the guidance of the celestial maiden, they discover the miracles of Dunhuang. It‘s divided into three acts: Act I: Desert, Act II: Cave, and Act III: Mogao cave.

SKU: A0.862657

The Prelude in C# minor was the bane of Rachmaninoff's existence as a performer. Audiences could NOT get enough of it, and he could not bear to play it one more time! Such is Fame and Success.
Well, we Normal Humans have had to look at the traditional setting of it, in two grand staves, with enough double-accidentals to blind a scribe, and try to emulate The Master from that pirate's treasure map. No longer. Here is a single-grand staff setting, with only the most minor modifications to accommodate the average hand, and spellings that show the true nature of the chords.
The single best aspect of our setting here is the Total Elimination of the crossed-hand octaves throughout. When I realized these were only three or four-note triads, and not a pile of interlocking harmonies, I determined to make things clearer, for myself, and other players. The low notes all correspond to Rachmaninoff's bassline, except for one passage near the end. Only TWO octave doublings have been removed to make a smaller leap from the former lower grand staff to the upper. When I was a young student, this sort of music was baffling to my eyes, but not my ears. Now we can all see it and play it for what it is, an early masterwork, based on S.R.'s training in harmony from the Moscow Conservatory. A note can be the root, 3rd, 5th, 7th, and even 9th of some chord. They are all on display here, with a nice summation at the end, in quietude. MBB.

SKU: A0.796693

2018 Holiday Contest Entry. The famous Christmas hymn is here arranged for the Early Intermediate pianist. At about a minute in duration, this carol will make an impressive contribution to a holiday recital or social event. Naturally, it's ideal for any and all church functions during which younger or less experienced pianists may participate. Fashioned after the early character pieces found in the Anna Magdalena Bach books, mastering this title earns independence of the hands and develops smoothness of line.

SKU: A0.796689

2018 Holiday Contest Entry. The famous Christmas hymn is here arranged for the Early Intermediate pianist. At about a minute in duration, this tune will make an impressive contribution to a holiday recital or social event. Naturally, it's ideal for any and all church functions during which younger or less experienced pianists may participate. Fashioned after the early character pieces found in the Anna Magdalena Bach books, mastering this title goes earns independence of the hands and develops smoothness of line.

SKU: A0.796691

2018 Holiday Contest Entry
The famous Traditional English Carol is here arranged for the Early Intermediate pianist. At under a minute in duration, this carol will make an impressive contribution to a holiday recital or social event. Naturally, it's ideal for any and all church functions during which younger players may participate. Fashioned after the early character pieces found the Anna Magdalena Bach books, mastering this title goes toward independence of the hands, and smoothness of line.

SKU: A0.991816

As the title implies, Simple Times is a short countryside style ballad for the young pianist. This is the perfect piece for the beginner mastering the dotted quarter note. The left hand accompaniment to the simple melody makes use of a simple two-note ostinato rhythm as well as arpeggiated harmony patterns that are easily reachable by young hands. Explore more works by Bradley Meholick at www.BMMcreate.com.

SKU: A0.1504747

Capriccio on the Departure of a Beloved Brother, BWV 992 is an early keyboard work by Johann Sebastian Bach, composed in 1704 when Bach was still a teenager. It is considered one of his few programmatic compositions, telling a specific story through music. The piece was likely written to bid farewell to Bach’s brother, Johann Jacob, who was leaving to serve as an oboist in the military.

Structure and Programmatic Elements:

The Capriccio is divided into six short movements, each with a descriptive title, narrating the emotional journey of the departure:

Arioso: Adagio – A friend tries to dissuade him from leaving
A gentle, expressive movement representing a friend’s attempt to persuade Johann Jacob to stay.
Andante – They picture the dangers that may befall him
This section evokes the imagined dangers and perils of travel, characterized by ominous, foreboding musical gestures.
Adagissimo – A lament of the friends
A sorrowful, slow lament, capturing the grief and sadness of those bidding farewell to the brother.
Aria di Postiglione – The postillion’s horn is heard
This movement imitates the sound of a post horn, as if signaling the brother’s imminent departure by coach, a common mode of travel in that period.
Fuga all’imitazione della cornetta di postiglione
A lively fugue that continues the imitation of the post horn, showcasing Bach’s contrapuntal skills even at this young age.
Aria – The friends’ farewell
The final movement brings the capriccio to a touching close as the friends say their last goodbye.
Style and Significance:

Musical Innovation: While Bach is typically known for abstract works, this early piece is unique for its use of vivid musical storytelling. Each movement serves a narrative function, making it one of the earliest examples of program music, where the music is designed to evoke specific images or emotions outside of purely musical ideas.
Youthful Playfulness: The Capriccio reveals the young Bach’s ability to blend humor, drama, and emotion. It also shows his developing mastery of counterpoint, which would later define his mature works.
Historical Context: Bach composed this piece at the beginning of his career, before his major positions in Weimar, Köthen, or Leipzig, making it an important insight into his early stylistic development.
This capriccio is an expressive and inventive work that balances emotional depth with technical brilliance. It stands out as a unique, personal piece within Bach’s extensive oeuvre, reflecting both a sense of farewell and a joyful exploration of musical ideas.

SKU: A0.1408728

This piano piece is based on Mozart's Turkish Rondo. With elements of swing and boogie-woogie it's a nice treat for the young pianist who has mastered the original and wants to present a novel version for recital.

SKU: A0.920875

These 21 arrangements of familiar traditional melodies offer many little technical challenges to the young pianist. Woven into the texture are scalic, arpeggio and chromatic passages, parallel chords and clusters, wide leaps, hand crossings, staccato passages and areas where both hands play in the same clef simultaneously. In addition, there are ornaments, interesting rhythms, Alberti bass, a glissando on black keys and the use of a wide range to assist in mastering the geography of the keyboard. Playing musically and capturing the spirit of each piece is always the goal.

SKU: A0.920878

These 22 arrangements of familiar traditional melodies offer many little technical challenges to the young pianist. Woven into the texture are scalic, arpeggio and chordal passages, patterns of parallel fourths, wide leaps, hand crossings, staccato passages and areas where both hands play in the same clef simultaneously. In addition, there are ornaments, interesting rhythms, Alberti bass and imitation. A suggested use of the sustaining pedal in one piece adds more colour, while the employment of a wide range in some other pieces assists in mastering the geography of the keyboard. Playing musically and capturing the spirit of each piece is always the goal. .