Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1018960 Composed by Benjamin Harry Sajo. 20th Century,Contemporary. Individual part. 2 pages. Benjamin Sajo #6078717. Published by Benjamin Sajo (A0.1018960). Programme Notes: This composition was written to be considered for pairing alongside Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony #3, the Eroica, but can stand on its own virtues as an intense and slow meditation on heroism. The music is like a boiling pot on the stove that’s just began to overflow its bubbles. The first part of the title, kommos, is a Classical Greek term from Attic dramaturgy, literally meaning striking but specifically referring to beating oneself up during lamentation--ripping at the hair, gouging out the eyes--like Oedipus--slapping the forehead, and other acts amid moments of extreme emotional turmoil. For example, from Aeschylus's play Agamemnon, a character bewails: Apollo, Apollo! God of the Ways, my destroyer! For you have destroyed me-and utterly [...]What is this fresh woe [...]what monstrous, monstrous horror, beyond love's enduring, beyond all remedy? And help stands far away! We can easily imagine physical accompaniment to the script; rather than bottling up the pain, the hero lets it all explosively come out.  â€ƒThe second part of the title, When the world moved on, is an epigraph taken from American author Stephen King’s The Dark Tower epic. The primary setting of the novel, a world similar in many ways to our own, is experiencing a dark age where the glorious past is all but a distant memory and all good things are referred to wistfully as occurring, When the world moved on. Yet, the main protagonist, Roland, the last gunslinger, emphasizes that it is not just a figure of speech, but the literal distances between destinations have increased, the positions of the stars have changed, as well as the occurrence of other unnatural phenomena. The world has become a gulf of isolation from all corners. Taken together, this piece is a lamentation for when the world moved on. Truly completed on Yom Kippur during the Covid-19 Pandemic, being unable to fast or go to synagogue, this is my atonement.About the Composer: Benjamin Sajo (b. 1988) is a Canadian composer of contemporary classical music, as well as an educator. Since developing a fiercely independent creative voice upon the completion of his studies at Western (2010) and McGill Universities (2013), he continues to find inspiration from the intersection of mythology, art, and nature upon the contemporary human experience. In 2019, he released his premiere album of original music, The Great War Sextet: Canadian War Poetry with Trombone & Strings, with support from the Ontario Arts Council. He is a member of SOCAN and the League of Canadian Composers.

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.780036 Composed by Sir Arthur Seymour Sullivan. Arranged by Graham Boag. Concert,Standards. Individual part. 15 pages. Graham Boag #5023179. Published by Graham Boag (A0.780036). The Lost Chord is a song composed by Arthur Sullivan in 1877  at the bedside of his brother Fred during Fred's last illness.  The manuscript is dated 13 January 1877; Fred Sullivan died five days later.  The lyric was written as a poem by Adelaide Anne Procter called A Lost Chord,  published in 1858 in The English Woman's Journal.   The song was immediately successful and became particularly associated with  American contralto Antoinette Sterling, with Sullivan's close friend and mistress, Fanny Ronalds,  and with British contralto Clara Butt.   Sullivan was proud of the song and later noted:  I have composed much music since then,  but have never written a second Lost Chord.  Many singers have recorded the song, including Enrico Caruso, who sang it at the  Metropolitan Opera House on 29 April 1912 at a benefit concert for families of victims  of the Titanic disaster.   The piece has endured as one of Sullivan's best-known songs,  and the setting is still performed today.  .

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1446479 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by Rodrigo Faleiros. Baroque,Chamber,Standards,Traditional. Individual part. 1 pages. Rodrigo Faleiros #1026232. Published by Rodrigo Faleiros (A0.1446479). Elevate Your Double bass Skills with Bach’s “Menuet”Are you a beginner to intermediate double bass player looking to enhance your musical abilities? Look no further! Here’s an adapted Johann Sebastian Bach’s delightful “Menuet” from the Anna Magdalena Bach notebooks specifically for solo double bass. This arrangement retains the essence of the original composition while tailoring it to suit your skill level.Key Features: Beginner to Intermediate Level: Perfect for those who have mastered the basics and are ready to explore more challenging musical phrases. Chord Symbols Included: Our arrangement features chord symbols, allowing you to interpret and embellish the music as you play. Ready to take your double bass playing to the next level? Dive into the “Menuet” and experience the joy of playing Bach’s music on your instrument!For more arrangements and tips, explore my full collection here.

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1446478 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by Rodrigo Faleiros. Baroque,Chamber,Standards,Traditional. Individual part. 1 pages. Rodrigo Faleiros #1026230. Published by Rodrigo Faleiros (A0.1446478). Elevate Your Double bass Skills with Bach’s “Menuet”Are you a beginner to intermediate double bass player looking to enhance your musical abilities? Look no further! Here’s an adapted Johann Sebastian Bach’s delightful “Menuet” from the Anna Magdalena Bach notebooks specifically for solo double bass. This arrangement retains the essence of the original composition while tailoring it to suit your skill level.Key Features: Beginner to Intermediate Level: Perfect for those who have mastered the basics and are ready to explore more challenging musical phrases. Ready to take your double bass playing to the next level? Dive into the “Menuet” and experience the joy of playing Bach’s music on your instrument!For more arrangements and tips, explore my full collection here.

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1408999 Composed by Antonio Vivaldi. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Baroque,Chamber,Classical,Instructional,Wedding. Individual part. 1 pages. Glauco Fernandes #991606. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1408999). Dive into the exuberance of the Baroque era with our exclusive arrangement of Antonio Vivaldi's La Primavera (The Spring) from The Four Seasons. Tailored for musicians who are honing their skills at the intermediate level, this arrangement captures the joyful and rejuvenating spirit of spring, making it a valuable addition to the repertoire of both developing students and professionals seeking practicality and versatility in their performances.For educators and music teachers, this score represents an excellent pedagogical tool, introducing students to Vivaldi's distinctive style and the depth of Baroque music in a way that is both challenging and accessible. It offers an opportunity for technical and expressive growth, enriching students' repertoire with one of the most celebrated works of classical music.Beyond being ideal for those advancing musically, this arrangement is also extremely useful for professional musicians looking to expand their repertoire with pieces that combine elegance and simplicity for special occasions, such as weddings. The iconic nature and timeless beauty of La Primavera ensure its warm reception at any event, providing performers with the chance to shine with a work of recognized mastery.Thus, our arrangement emerges as a versatile choice, promising to enrich both the musical learning of students and the repertoires of professional musicians with a piece that is both accessible and deeply expressive. It maintains the essence and charm of Vivaldi's original composition, promising to be an enriching experience for all involved.Tags: intermediate sheet music, Antonio Vivaldi, The Four Seasons, La Primavera, Baroque music, music education, versatile arrangement, repertoire for events, wedding music, musical growth, classical music.

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1409000 Composed by Antonio Vivaldi. Arranged by Glauco Fernandes. Baroque,Chamber,Classical,Instructional,Wedding. Individual part. 1 pages. Glauco Fernandes #991607. Published by Glauco Fernandes (A0.1409000). Dive into the exuberance of the Baroque era with our exclusive arrangement of Antonio Vivaldi's La Primavera (The Spring) from The Four Seasons. Tailored for musicians who are honing their skills at the intermediate level, this arrangement captures the joyful and rejuvenating spirit of spring, making it a valuable addition to the repertoire of both developing students and professionals seeking practicality and versatility in their performances.For educators and music teachers, this score represents an excellent pedagogical tool, introducing students to Vivaldi's distinctive style and the depth of Baroque music in a way that is both challenging and accessible. It offers an opportunity for technical and expressive growth, enriching students' repertoire with one of the most celebrated works of classical music.Beyond being ideal for those advancing musically, this arrangement is also extremely useful for professional musicians looking to expand their repertoire with pieces that combine elegance and simplicity for special occasions, such as weddings. The iconic nature and timeless beauty of La Primavera ensure its warm reception at any event, providing performers with the chance to shine with a work of recognized mastery.Thus, our arrangement emerges as a versatile choice, promising to enrich both the musical learning of students and the repertoires of professional musicians with a piece that is both accessible and deeply expressive. It maintains the essence and charm of Vivaldi's original composition, promising to be an enriching experience for all involved.Tags: intermediate sheet music, Antonio Vivaldi, The Four Seasons, La Primavera, Baroque music, music education, versatile arrangement, repertoire for events, wedding music, musical growth, classical music.

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.779992 Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Graham Boag. Christmas,Jazz. Individual part. 52 pages. Graham Boag #3690575. Published by Graham Boag (A0.779992). This four movement Suite of popular Christmas tunes is arrange for Five Double Basses. Thay have been given a Jazzy twist and is a must for any Christmas/Holiday concert/camp, they can be played by any number of players above five making it an ideal Massed Bass Choir encore. The overall running time is c. 11' if you play all four movements. Enjoy!! and Merry Bassmas ;-)

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1392917 By Dinah Washington. By James Van Heusen and Sammy Cahn. Arranged by Davi Rocha Campos. Broadway,Film/TV,Jazz,Musical/Show,Pop,Wedding. Individual part. 1 pages. Davi Rocha Campos #976444. Published by Davi Rocha Campos (A0.1392917). A nice arrangement for the song Call Me Irresponsible instrumental solo.

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1392975 By Dinah Washington. By James Van Heusen and Sammy Cahn. Arranged by Davi Rocha Campos. Broadway,Film/TV,Jazz,Musical/Show,Pop,Wedding. Individual part. 1 pages. Davi Rocha Campos #976519. Published by Davi Rocha Campos (A0.1392975). A nice arrangement for the song Call Me Irresponsible instrumental solo.

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1247507 Composed by Johann Strauss Jr., STRAUSS II, and Strauss 2. Arranged by Rodrigo Faleiros. 19th Century,Chamber,Contest,Festival,Romantic Period,Wedding. Individual part. 2 pages. Rodrigo Faleiros #841929. Published by Rodrigo Faleiros (A0.1247507). This delightful rendition of The Blue Danube Waltz, composed by Johann Strauss II, is specifically tailored for a solo double bass, making it accessible and enjoyable for musicians of varying skill levels. This arrangement offers a harmonious blend of the original composition's enchanting melodies and the intimate charm of the main line simplified for an easy-to-follow reading, creating a captivating musical experience for both performers and listeners alike. This easy sheet music contains the part of the double bass notated with chords.

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1247538 Composed by Johann Strauss Jr., STRAUSS II, and Strauss 2. Arranged by Rodrigo Faleiros. 19th Century,Chamber,Contest,Festival,Romantic Period,Wedding. Individual part. 2 pages. Rodrigo Faleiros #841954. Published by Rodrigo Faleiros (A0.1247538). This delightful rendition of The Blue Danube Waltz, composed by Johann Strauss II, is specifically tailored for a solo double bass, making it accessible and enjoyable for musicians of varying skill levels. This arrangement offers a harmonious blend of the original composition's enchanting melodies and the intimate charm of the main line simplified for an easy-to-follow reading, creating a captivating musical experience for both performers and listeners alike. This easy sheet music contains the part of the double bass.

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1216678 By Bill Withers. By Bill Withers. Arranged by Jack Zaino. Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Hip-Hop,Pop,R & B,Rock. Individual part. 2 pages. Jack Zaino #813229. Published by Jack Zaino (A0.1216678). “Lean on Me,� the instantly recognizable standard by Bill Withers, has been called an anthem of togetherness and resilience. Tastefully set in a gospel style, this arrangement will inspire singers and audiences alike to be a friend for others to lean on.

Double Bass - Digital Download SKU: A0.1314897 Composed by Andrew Cody Williams and Jeff Bradetich. Classical,Instructional. Educational Exercises. 61 pages. Andrew Cody Williams #903655. Published by Andrew Cody Williams (A0.1314897). â??Popular Orchestral Excerpt Etudes For Double Bassâ?� is a collection of 9 etudes written by Andrew Cody Williams and Jeff Bradetich from the pedagogical analysis of some of the most common orchestral excerpts in double bass repertoire including Beethoven Symphony 5 Scherzo and Trio, Brahms Symphony 2, Mahler Symphony 2, Mozart Symphony 40, Bach Orchestral Suite 2 Badinerie, Strauss Ein Heldenleben, Schubert Symphony 9 â??Greatâ?�, and Mendelssohn Symphony 4. Before you buy, try the FREE DEMO PACKET by contacting ExcerptEtudesBass@gmail.comThe focus of these excerpt etudes is as follows:Sequential Instruction- Taking a challenge one step at a time creates a manageable challenge without becoming overwhelmed. When a student meets successful attempt after successful attempt while gradually increasing difficulty, they are motivated to learn and are less likely to reinforce unwanted outcomes.Context- Practicing anything without understanding where it fits in the bigger picture is asking for failure. Accompanying parts to the etudes have been written to assist the learner through tempo consistency, performing other instrumental parts, and expanding beyond the provided excerpt.Ensemble- Performing with others improves intonation and listening, constructive teamwork, and can be a lot of fun. Four bass parts have been written for the etude in a layered accompaniment to keep the size of the ensemble flexible. Within the Standard Packet, part 1 is the etude itself, taking sections of the excerpts and practicing them in different ways to improve the original excerpt. Part 2 provides the most important accompanying music, allowing the etude to be practiced and performed with just two players. This is especially useful in private lessons, as the teacher can accompany the student as they wish. Within the Expanded Ensemble Packet, parts 3 and 4 expand on the accompaniment. While they are not needed for performance, they do fill spaces and provide more to the ensemble musically to create a trio or quartet. Other resources are provided within the excerpt etudes as well. A score is included in the Expanded Ensemble Packet with all four parts to allow easy comparison and study of each etude. The original excerpts are included in the Standard Packet as well, allowing the student to actively see where each rehearsal letter practice section derives from. An analysis of each rehearsal letter is offered defining the problem in question, as well as a practice solution and occasional extra tips. Finally, a difficulty rating sheet is provided to approximate the difficulty of each part.

Double Bass,String Bass Solo - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1018941 Composed by Benjamin Harry Sajo. 20th Century,Contemporary. Individual part. 4 pages. Benjamin Sajo #6072983. Published by Benjamin Sajo (A0.1018941). Fugue: Wear Pearls and Smile is, on the outset, a fast, rambunctious adventure for many voices playing at the same time. It was conceived as a pairing for the equally vivacious second symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven–his 250th birthday is this year–but can stand on its own as one of my hardest, most challenging works to cook up.This piece is dedicated to those forced to appear positive when internally they’re falling apart. The title is inspired by a quote that’s been with me for a while, Why is it that men can be bastards and women must wear pearls and smile? by Lynn Hecht Schafren, the celebrated American jurist famous for campaigning for gender equity in courts. I’m taking the quote out of its initial context, but the power of that quote, for me, exemplifies how hard it is to maintain a sense of emotional decorum and dignity when you’re authentically a hot mess. And what’s more of a musical hot mess than a fugue?There are two realities to this piece. I’ll quote Dmitri Shostakovich, from his autobiography: The rejoicing is forced, created under threat, […] It’s as if someone were beating you with a stick and saying, ‘Your business is rejoicing, your business is rejoicing,’ and you rise, shaky, and go marching off, muttering ‘Our business is rejoicing, our business is rejoicing.’ On the one hand, it is insincere happiness, cloying perhaps. But the other truth, I’ll quote Oscar Hammerstein II, from The King and I: While shivering in my shoes / I strike a careless pose / And whistle a happy tune / And no one ever knows, / I'm afraid. I forced myself, against all impulses of my current being, to forge happiness. This piece, with its origin being a mental puzzle (fugues are puzzles), it became a construct where I could lift myself up and regain a sense of purpose. Therefore, it is invented–out of a literal need to survive–pure, genuine happiness.Future Performances: If you are interested in performing this work, please e-mail me.ABOUT THE COMPOSER: Benjamin Sajo (b. 1988) is a Canadian composer of contemporary classical music, as well as an educator. Since developing a fiercely independent creative voice upon the completion of his studies at Western (2010) and McGill Universities (2013), he continues to find inspiration from the intersection of mythology, art, and nature upon the contemporary human experience. In 2019, he released his premiere album of original music, The Great War Sextet: Canadian War Poetry with Trombone & Strings , with support from the Ontario Arts Council. He is a member of SOCAN and the League of Canadian Composers.