Guitar - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1025341

Composed by Brad Rau. Contemporary,Spiritual. Guitar Tab. 2 pages. Brad Rau #4717251. Published by Brad Rau (A0.1025341).

Brad Rau has been performing music for over 20 years all over Boston, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware, as a classical guitarist, rock guitarist, and rock drummer. Brad received a scholarship to attend New England Conservatory (NEC) and received a Master’s degree in 2015 with academic honors. At NEC, he studied classical guitar under Eliot Fisk who was the last pupil of Andres Segovia. Brad has performed in countless masterclasses with instructors including; Sharon Isbin, Andrew York and Jason Vieaux, all Grammy award-winning guitarists. Brad was recently a featured performer on Live WRTI Performance Studio. Brad’s personal learning methods have enabled him to surpass his competition memorizing over 8 hours of the most difficult repertoire for the classical guitar. Brad was a semi-finalist in the International Texas Guitar Competition of 2008. In addition to his performing career, Brad has mentored hundreds of students of all ages, styles, and levels. Many of Brad's students have gone on to develop their own music careers and teaching studios. Brad's unique teaching style combines music, physics, philosophy, and humor, making him a well-rounded instructor for a variety of students.

 

Solo Guitar - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1025339

Composed by Brad Rau. 20th Century,Contemporary. Individual part. 1 pages. Brad Rau #4632951. Published by Brad Rau (A0.1025339).

Brad Rau has been performing music for over 20 years all over Boston, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware, as a classical guitarist, rock guitarist, and rock drummer. Brad received a scholarship to attend New England Conservatory (NEC) and received a Master’s degree in 2015 with academic honors. At NEC, he studied classical guitar under Eliot Fisk who was the last pupil of Andres Segovia. Brad has performed in countless masterclasses with instructors including; Sharon Isbin, Andrew York and Jason Vieaux, all Grammy award-winning guitarists. Brad was recently a featured performer on Live WRTI Performance Studio. Brad’s personal learning methods have enabled him to surpass his competition memorizing over 8 hours of the most difficult repertoire for the classical guitar. Brad was a semi-finalist in the International Texas Guitar Competition of 2008. In addition to his performing career, Brad has mentored hundreds of students of all ages, styles, and levels. Many of Brad's students have gone on to develop their own music careers and teaching studios. Brad's unique teaching style combines music, physics, philosophy, and humor, making him a well-rounded instructor for a variety of students.

Solo Guitar - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1243653

By Brad Rau. By Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by Brad Rau. Baroque. Individual part. 13 pages. Brad Rau #838620. Published by Brad Rau (A0.1243653).

This is a solo guitar arrangement of the Bach Chaconne, originally written for Solo Violin, and is the final movement of Violin Parita No. 2 in D minor BWV 1004. 

This arrangement was created after Brad Rau memorized the Andres Segovia and Manuel Barrueco arrangement and fingering of this piece.  This arrangement has some of the best elements of each arrangement.  It also includes ideas from studying with Eliot Fisk and Jason Vieaux and things he heard on John Williams recorded.  Rau also came up with some of his own ideas and unique solutions.  Each measure is carefully and thoughtfully fingered after comparing multiple sources for maximum musicality while still having a level of playability. 

This was performed on Brad Rau's third album 'In a Very Unusual Manner.'.

Solo Guitar - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1243643

By Brad Rau. By Brad Rau. 20th Century. Individual part. 6 pages. Brad Rau #838597. Published by Brad Rau (A0.1243643).

This piece was composed by Brad Rau for solo guitar.  Rau has always been fascinated with dark, evil, sounding music, and this is his attempt to write some that are truly dark.  This is also inspired when Rau has a kidney rupture that eventually causes him to have it removed. This was recorded on Brad's third album, In a Very Unusual Manner. 

The main theme is based on two minor chords a tritone apart.  It then accelerates in tempo into an octatonic excitement with constant time signature changes that jar the listener.  Then the main theme comes back, this time in Tremolo.  It ends with the same solo theme it begins with.  The piece is inspired by works of Erik Satie, Invocation and Dance by Joaquin Rodrigo, and the Usher Waltz by Nikita Koshkin.

Solo Guitar - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1243736

By Brad Rau. By Thomas Connellan. Arranged by Brad Rau. Celtic,Irish,Traditional. Individual part. 2 pages. Brad Rau #838704. Published by Brad Rau (A0.1243736).

Molly McAplin is a Celtic harp tune arranged for solo guitar by Brad Rau.  This piece is also known as Mollie McAplin, Hawk's Hornpipe, Molly Halfpenny, Paul Ha'Penny, Poll Ha'Penny, and Carolan's Dream.  The piece is written by Thomas Connellan, an Irish composer born 1640/1645 â?? 1698. This traditional Irish tune works great as a fingerstyle classical guitar piece.

Solo Guitar - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1243618

By Brad Rau. By Erik Satie. Arranged by Brad Rau. 20th Century. Individual part. 3 pages. Brad Rau #838582. Published by Brad Rau (A0.1243618).

D'une Manière Très Particulière was originally written for solo piano and has been arranged for solo guitar by Brad Rau.  Fingering suggestions have been added to make it easier to play.  The original piece was notated without measures; however, measures have been added to make learning easier.  The pieces also do not have a key signature. However, it seems to begin in C minor.  It has been transposed to A minor to make it easier to play.

This is from a set of pieces Erik Satie wrote in 1897 called Pieces Froides or Cold Pieces.  The first set of pieces is called Airs à faire fuir or Tunes to Make You Run Away.  This movement is called D'une manière très particulière or In a Very Unusual Manner.  In these sets of pieces, Satie writes in the enigmatic he used to compose the Gymnopedies and Gnossienne composed earlier. 

This little-known piece is rarely played on guitar but works really well.

Solo Guitar - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1243734

By Brad Rau. By Thomas Connellan. Arranged by Brad Rau. Celtic,Irish,Traditional. Individual part. 1 pages. Brad Rau #838702. Published by Brad Rau (A0.1243734).

Molly McAplin is a Celtic harp tune arranged for solo guitar by Brad Rau.  This piece is also known as Mollie McAplin, Hawk's Hornpipe, Molly Halfpenny, Paul Ha'Penny, Poll Ha'Penny, and Carolan's Dream.  The piece is written by Thomas Connellan, an Irish composer born 1640/1645 – 1698. This traditional Irish tune works great as a fingerstyle classical guitar piece.

C Instrument,Voice - Digital Download

SKU: HX.783338

By Brad Paisley. This edition: scorch. Ballad,Country,Pop. Real Book - Melody/Chords/Lyrics. 2 pages. Hal Leonard - Digital #60329. Published by Hal Leonard - Digital (HX.783338).

Electronic Keyboard,Organ,Piano and Keyboard - Digital Download

SKU: HX.719826

By Brad Paisley. This edition: scorch. E-Z Play Today. Ballad,Country,Pop. Score. 5 pages. Hal Leonard - Digital #60329. Published by Hal Leonard - Digital (HX.719826).

About Hal Leonard E-Z Play Today

For organs, pianos, and electronic keyboards. E-Z Play Today is the shortest distance between beginning music and playing fun. Now there are more than 300 reasons why you should play E-Z Play Today. * World's largest series of music folios * Full-size books - large 9 x 12 format features easy-to-read, easy-to-play music * Accurate arrangements... simple enough for the beginner, but accurate chords and melody lines are maintained * Eye-catching, full-color covers * Lyrics... most arrangements include words and music * Most up-to-date registrations - books in the series contain a general registration guide, as well as individual song rhythm suggestions * Guitar Chord Chart - all songs in the series can also be played on guitar.

By Brad Paisley, Alison Krauss. Country. GTRCHD. 3 pages. Published by Hal Leonard - Digital Sheet Music (HX.386482). - GTRCHD - Country - Hal Leonard - Digital Sheet Music

Piano Solo - Level 5 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.750171

Arranged by Bradley Sowash. Jazz,Praise & Worship,Sacred,Spiritual. Score. 9 pages. Bradley Sowash #3573713. Published by Bradley Sowash (A0.750171).

Big and raucous!

This non-traditional arrangement alternates R & B influences with Bebop jazz stylings. Makes a very impressive postlude or sacred concert feature.

Download includes a photocopy license authorizing you to print as many copies as required for your personal and/or institutional use.  

Video: https://youtu.be/5VrpADUelTA

Web: http://bradleysowash.com

Performing Rights: BMI

Social: https://www.facebook.com/BradleySowashMusic

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/bradleysowash

Guitar - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1452366

By The Candlelight Guitarist. By Richard Strauss. Arranged by Bradley Powell. 19th Century,20th Century,Classical,Film/TV,Holiday. Guitar Tab. 4 pages. Geofonica Artistworks #1031691. Published by Geofonica Artistworks (A0.1452366).

This is a solo classical guitar 'mashup'/medley of Also Sprach Zarathustra (widely known from film 2001: A Space Odyssey) by Richard Strauss with the traditional Happy Birthday song. It begins with Also Sprach Zarathustra (the portion from 2001: A Space Odyssey)--then at the penultimate dominant chord, switches to Happy Birthday in a similar style, then at the Happy Birthday penultimate dominant chord, returns to the final three melody chords of Also Sprach Zarathustra. The playing level is intermediate classical guitar... even playable by a good early intermediate player. This arrangement is in standard notation with TAB. Arranged by Bradley Powell, who  records as The Candlelight Guitarist...the entire arrangement can be seen and heard at the video link provided.  If a player ONLY wants to play Also Sprach Zarathustra, they can skip from the end of measure 14 to the beginning of measure 24).

YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/QgzHaRrtftQ

ABOUT the arranger: Brad Powell (aka The Candlelight Guitarist) began guitar at age ten, inspired by The Beatles. At 15, he became a protégé of jazz guitarist Joe Pass, and later studied classical guitar under Vincent Macaluso, and at California State University, Northridge under Ronald Purcell, with a master class under Andrés Segovia. Brad was featured performing Gerald Wilson's Sonata for Guitar and Orchestra at the Hollywood Bowl, with the composer conducting. Brad was mentored in composition by David Rose (composer for Little House on the Prairie). Brad has composed music for TV, including Hill Street Blues and The 'A' Team, working with Mike Post. Brad has ten albums as The Candlelight Guitarist. When not making music, Brad is often out hiking with his four dogs. Brad also played as the solo guitarist for Disney's Princess Breakfast Adventure at Disney's Grand Californian Resort by Disneyland (March 2019-January 2024), providing music for the Disney Princesses (Belle, Tiana, Jasmine, Rapunzel, Mulan, Aurora, Ariel, Pocahontas, Cinderella, and their friends and guests).

COMMENTS FROM LONG-ESTABLISHED REVIEWERS (for this and other Candlelight Guitarist recordings)...
Bill Binkelman - Music Reviewer for Zone Music Reporter and New Age Retailer
The Candleight Guitarist is your tour guide to a land of easy-going, warm, and inviting instrumentals.

Rebecca of Amazon - Amazon.com HALL OF FAME TOP 500 REVIEWER
Bradley Powell's flawless playing allows you to completely relax into sleep or relax into an evening of candlelight and romance. I've fallen into a peaceful sleep while listening to this music and have also spent relaxing afternoons reading while The Candlelight Guitarist wove an intricate tapestry of sounds to nurture my heart. ...  Bradley Powell's music is infused with natural ambience. As rich sounds renew your spirit, you can relax into a deep sigh of the heart. His style is artistic, heart healing and filled with romantic and cultural influences.

Vicki Blizzard (Editor, PaperWorks and Crazy for Cross-Stitch! magazines) in CREATIVITY e-Letter: Music to filter into my dreams. My new favorite to listen to is classical guitar music by Bradley Powell.

Bob McKillop, founder and publisher, MaineFolkMusic.com
...perfect for situations in which candlelight figures prominently. Quiet meditation, romance, intellectual stimulation – the soft, pure tones of his Spanish and classic instrumental style open up your heart and render it more receptive to the spiritual messages that these pursuits engender.

Double Bass - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1314900

Composed by Andrew Cody Williams and Jeff Bradetich. Classical,Instructional. Educational Exercises. 100 pages. Andrew Cody Williams #903659. Published by Andrew Cody Williams (A0.1314900).

THIS IS NOT THE STANDARD PACKET. 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. A score is also included

“Popular Orchestral Excerpt Etudes For Double Bass� 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 “Great�, and Mendelssohn Symphony 4. Before you buy, try the FREE DEMO PACKET by contacting ExcerptEtudesBass@gmail.com

The 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.