Percussion Quartet Marimba - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1214857

Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Arranged by Owen Meldon. Classical. 37 pages. Owen Meldon #811788. Published by Owen Meldon (A0.1214857).

I was a freshman in high school and just figured out how to use MuseScore. With a holiday concert on the horizon, I wanted to put together a fun arrangement of a classical piece for four percussionists. I settled on Mozart’s Sonata for Two Pianos in D Major (fun fact: this piece has been studied extensively and has proven epilepsy-combatting power!*) and broke down the four piano hands into four marimba parts. In December 2016, I premiered the first iteration of this arrangement with the help of three of my peers; years later, I revisited this arrangement and gave it some much-needed revisions. I also finished arranging the second half of the original, which I couldn’t do in 2016 as the first arrangement had to be fairly short. This is the arrangement in its new finished version, which definitely looks and sounds a lot better than the first. We all start somewhere… 

*Lin, Lung-Chang, et al. “The Long-Term Effect of Listening to MOZART K.448 Decreases Epileptiform Discharges in Children with Epilepsy.�

Instrumentation:
Marimba I (4.3 octave marimba minimum)
Marimba II (4.3 octave marimba minimum)
Marimba III (5.0 octave marimba)
Marimba IV (5.0 octave marimba)

Duration: c. 6'

Flute,Guitar,Instrumental Duet - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1280577

Composed by Antonio Vivaldi. Arranged by Klas Krantz. Baroque,Classical. 11 pages. Amadeus Music #871989. Published by Amadeus Music (A0.1280577).

From Le quattro stagioni (The Four Seasons), Op. 8 No. 1, RV. 269 (1725)
Antonio Vivaldi (1678 – 1741), nicknamed Il Prete Rosso (The Red Priest), was a venetian priest and baroque music composer, as well as a famous virtuoso violinist; he was born and raised in the Republic of Venice.

Volume 2 French Horn - Advanced

SKU: HL.4471010

Volume 2 - Advanced. Edited by H. Voxman. Concert Band Method. Ensemble Collection. Classical, Duet. 72 pages. Published by Rubank Publications (HL.4471010).

ISBN 9781423445388. UPC: 073999499902. 9.0x12.0x0.179 inches.

This classic series of duets for like instruments is recognizable to nearly everyone who has ever studied an instrument. The wealth of material supplements musical development and provides a rich experience for growing musicians. Duet playing is often a student's first form of ensemble experience - technique, tone quality, intonation and balance are introduced as students do one of the things they enjoy most - making music with a friend. And duet playing leads easily and naturally to competent performance in larger ensembles. (Vol. I – Easy to Medium, Vol. 2 – Medium to Advanced).

French Horn Duet Horn - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.552253

Composed by Carl Stamitz. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Classical,Instructional,Standards,Wedding. Score. 14 pages. Jmsgu3 #6306433. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.552253).

I. Andante II. Menuetto III. Allegro
 
The significance of Stamitz Duets Op. 27 lies in their contribution to the duet repertoire for two violins (or two flutes). Composed by Carl Stamitz, a prominent figure of this era, the duets were published in 1780. These duets are well-regarded for their musicality and are popular choices for duet performances and educational purposes. They are available in sheet music and have been performed in concerts and recordings, reflecting their enduring appeal and importance in the classical music domain. The duets are known for their melodic and expressive qualities, making them valuable for developing ensemble playing and musical interpretation skills. They are also appreciated for their historical significance in the context of classical music composition and the repertoire for violin or flute duets. 

Carl Stamitz, born in 1745 and passing away in 1801, was a significant figure in music history, particularly in the classical period. He was one of the most prolific Mannheim orchestral composers, known for writing numerous symphonies, concertos for various instruments, and other instrumental works. Stamitz's influence on the evolution of the Classical sonata form by introducing contrasting themes within a single movement is also noteworthy. He was a prominent representative of the second generation of the Mannheim School, and his contributions to the duet repertoire for two violins or two flutes are highly regarded for their musicality and historical significance. Despite not being as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, his work has left a lasting impact on the classical music domain.

Carl Stamitz significantly contributed to the Mannheim School of Music as the most prominent representative of its second generation. He was the eldest son of Johann Stamitz, a violinist and composer considered the Mannheim School's founder. Carl Stamitz's contribution to the school included his role as a prolific orchestral composer, writing numerous symphonies, concertos for various instruments, and other instrumental works. His work, along with other members of the Mannheim School, helped solidify the Classical symphony and its dynamic contrasts, impacting the evolution of the classical music period. Carl Stamitz's choice of the viola as his favorite instrument and his compositions for the viola also contributed to the school's legacy.

Instrumental Duet Bassoon,Instrumental Duet - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.552305

Composed by Carl Stamitz. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Classical,Instructional,Standards,Wedding. Score and parts. 86 pages. Jmsgu3 #6324375. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.552305).

Duetto No. 1
1. Allegro
2. Romanze
3. Un poco presto
Duration: 9:45 Score: 10 pages

Duetto No. 2

1. Andante
2. Menuetto
3. Allegro
Duration: 8:15 Score: 8 pages

Duetto No. 3

I. Andante non moderato
II. Romanze
III. Fugato - Allegro
Duration: 9:30 Score: 10 pages

Duetto No. 4

I. Andante
II. Menuetto
III. Allegro
Duration: 7:15 Score: 7 pages

Duetto No. 5

I. Allegro moderato
II. Andante
III. Allemande - Presto
Duration: 7:00 Score: 7 pages

Duetto No. 6

I. Andante
II. Menuetto - Trio
III. Allegro
Duration: 7:00 Score: 8 pages