Saxophone Ensemble,Woodwind Ensemble Alto Saxophone,Baritone Saxophone,Bass Saxophone,Soprano Saxophone - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1402348 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Baroque,Contest,Festival,Historic,Standards,Traditional. 149 pages. Jmsgu3 #985560. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1402348). Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 is significant for its composition and structure. It features nine solo strings divided into three groups of violins, violas, and cellos, showcasing a colorful instrumentation and demanding performance requirements. The concerto opens majestically with distinct groupings of soloists by instrument, maintaining these divisions throughout the movement with moments of independence for each soloist. The closing movement, a vigorous allegro, follows a similar pattern with the nine players divided by instrument. Additionally, the concerto includes a two-note adagio cadence where musicians were intended to improvise a link between the outer movements. This concerto is a prime example of the Baroque concerto style. It demonstrates Bach's mastery in creating intricate and harmonious compositions that challenge performers while showcasing the beauty of different instruments working together harmoniously.The historical context of Bach's Brandenburg Concertos is rooted in the Baroque era and Bach's circumstances. Composed around 1711-1720 and dedicated in 1721 to Christian Ludwig, the Margrave of Brandenburg, these concertos were a collection of six concerti grossi that showcased a balance between various groups of soloists and a small orchestra. Bach's decision to compile these concertos was influenced by his need for employment and his encounter with Christian Ludwig, who commissioned several works after being impressed by his performance in Berlin around 1719. Despite Bach's hopes for a position at the Brandenburg court, the Margrave did not pay for the work, possibly because the pieces were revisions of earlier compositions rather than new creations specifically for him. Moreover, the Brandenburg Concertos exemplify the concerto grosso genre popular during the Baroque era, featuring a more significant number of soloists than usual and expansive music that showcases a variety of instruments in different combinations. Bach's innovative use of instruments like trumpets, recorders, French horns, oboes, flutes, violino piccolo, violas da gamba, and harpsichord in these concertos highlights his creativity and mastery in composing intricate and diverse musical pieces. The historical significance lies in Bach's ability to blend different musical styles and forms while creating a set of concertos that music lovers cherish today.

Saxophone Quartet,Woodwind Ensemble Alto Saxophone,Baritone Saxophone,Soprano Saxophone,Tenor Saxophone - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1420209 Composed by Johannes Brahms. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 19th Century,Chamber,Contest,Festival,Historic,Romantic Period. 30 pages. Jmsgu3 #1001614. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1420209). Brahms's Prelude and Fugue in G minor, WoO 10, is an essential early organ work demonstrating his mastery of counterpoint and the organ as a medium. The Prelude and Fugue were composed in the mid-1850s when Brahms was intensively studying counterpoint and turning to the organ for his contrapuntal skills. The Prelude begins quietly but builds in power and tension. At the same time, the fugue transforms the central theme into a lean, darkly probing juggernaut that accrues tension as it develops. These early organ works frame Brahms's entire oeuvre, as they were composed at the start of his career, while the Eleven Chorale Preludes, Op. 122 was his final work, composed just before and after the death of Clara Schumann. Brahms's organ compositions thus bookend his prolific output, spanned symphonies, concertos, chamber music, choral works, and more. Overall, Brahms's Prelude and Fugue in G minor, WoO 10, is an important early work that showcases his mastery of counterpoint and the organ and is a significant marker in developing his compositional style.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1416898 Composed by Johannes Brahms. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 19th Century,Chamber,Contest,Festival,Historic,Romantic Period. 17 pages. Jmsgu3 #998489. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1416898). The Fugue in A-flat minor, WoO 8, is one of the early organ works by Brahms, composed around 1856-57. It is an intense, brooding fugue published without an opus number. The fugue is part of a small set of four early organ pieces by Brahms, including the chorale prelude and fugue O Traurigkeit, o Herzeleid (WoO 7). These early organ works demonstrate Brahms' mastery of counterpoint at a young age. While Brahms did not have a close personal relationship with the organ, the genre of the chorale prelude allowed him to pay homage to his musical heritage, following the conventions of the form by paraphrasing and elaborating on pre-existing Lutheran chorale melodies. The Fugue in A-flat minor is considered one of the most significant and high-quality of Brahms' early organ works. It was eventually assigned the posthumous opus number 122, which is still known today. So, in summary, the Fugue in A-flat minor is an essential early organ work by Brahms that demonstrates his mastery of counterpoint, even though the organ was not his primary instrument. It is considered a significant and high-quality piece within Brahms' overall organ output.

Guitar,Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1111517 By Rob Thomas. By Chris Trapper and Robert Kelly Thomas. Arranged by Kiyoshi Tamagawa. Christmas,Contemporary,Holiday,Pop,Singer/Songwriter. Score. 6 pages. Mastery for Strings Press #713807. Published by Mastery for Strings Press (A0.1111517). This beautiful holiday song by Rob Thomas and Chris Trapper is here arranged for voice and piano. Guitar chords are provided.

Guitar,Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1086206 By Joy Williams. By Emily Shackelton, Emily Shackleton, Joy Williams, and Liz Rose. Arranged by Kiyoshi Tamagawa. Contemporary,Country,Folk. Score. 7 pages. Mastery for Strings Press #690397. Published by Mastery for Strings Press (A0.1086206). This is a version of my arrangement of Joy Williams' song for lower voices.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1419788 Composed by Johannes Brahms. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 19th Century,Chamber,Contest,Festival,Historic,Romantic Period. 30 pages. Jmsgu3 #1001211. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1419788). Brahms's Prelude and Fugue in G minor, WoO 10, is an essential early organ work demonstrating his mastery of counterpoint and the organ as a medium. The Prelude and Fugue were composed in the mid-1850s when Brahms was intensively studying counterpoint and turning to the organ for his contrapuntal skills. The Prelude begins quietly but builds in power and tension. At the same time, the fugue transforms the central theme into a lean, darkly probing juggernaut that accrues tension as it develops. These early organ works frame Brahms's entire oeuvre, as they were composed at the start of his career, while the Eleven Chorale Preludes, Op. 122 was his final work, composed just before and after the death of Clara Schumann. Brahms's organ compositions thus bookend his prolific output, spanned symphonies, concertos, chamber music, choral works, and more. Overall, Brahms's Prelude and Fugue in G minor, WoO 10, is an important early work that showcases his mastery of counterpoint and the organ and is a significant marker in developing his compositional style.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1128370 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Baroque,Chamber,Classical,Contest,Festival,Wedding. 30 pages. Jmsgu3 #728962. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1128370). J. S. Bach's Six Little Preludes BWV 933-938 were composed during the Baroque period. The preludes are in the key of C major and are among Bach's most famous works. They are short pieces, each lasting about two minutes in duration. Each prelude is a miniature, self-contained piece with its own musical ideas and themes. The preludes demonstrate Bach's mastery of counterpoint and his ability to create complex, interesting musical textures. The first prelude is simple and joyful, while the second prelude features a fugue. The third prelude is a chromatic, slightly more serious piece. The fourth prelude is a bright, joyful piece with a lot of counterpoint. The fifth prelude is quiet and contemplative, and the sixth is more lively and upbeat. These preludes provide an excellent example of Bach's mastery of the Baroque style.

String Quartet Cello,String Quartet,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1126142 Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Baroque,Chamber,Classical,Contest,Festival,Wedding. 11 pages. Jmsgu3 #726845. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1126142). Score: 5 pages. Duration: ca. 2:24. Johann Sebastian Bach's Prelude and Fugue in A Minor BWV 559 is a two-movement work for organ that is considered one of his finest compositions. It is believed to have been composed in 1723 and is one of his most often-played and recorded pieces.The Prelude is an impassioned and highly expressive movement that is filled with intricate counterpoint and a variety of textures. Its dynamic range is wide and it showcases Bach's mastery of harmonic and contrapuntal devices. The Fugue, on the other hand, is a highly contrapuntal movement that is based on a powerful and driving motif. Its harmonic structure is tightly constructed and its melodic lines are contoured with great finesse.Bach's Prelude and Fugue in A Minor BWV 559 is a testament to his remarkable skill as a composer and his mastery of counterpoint. Its structure, texture, and harmonic language are still captivating to modern audiences and it remains one of Bach's most beloved works.

Piano Trio,String Ensemble Cello,Piano,Violin - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.945465 Composed by Anonymous, C.M. Von Weber, Christian Petzold, J.P. Rameau, Johann Friedrich Burgmuller, Johann Sebastian Bach, Robert Schumann, Stephen Heller, Thomas Attwood, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Arranged by Kiyoshi Tamagawa. Baroque,Classical,Romantic Period. Score and parts. 57 pages. Mastery for Strings Press #5999949. Published by Mastery for Strings Press (A0.945465). Developed by Kiyoshi Tamagawa in chamber music workshops with younger pianists, Playing Together presents twelve standard works of keyboard literature for the intermediate to early advanced student combined with added violin and cello parts of moderate difficulty. The piano student who plays these arrangements with the aid of careful coaching will:1. Gain an introduction to the art of chamber music2. Learn basic ensemble and rehearsal skills3. Experience pieces he or she already knows in a new way4. Have fun making music with othersThe string parts occasionally extend beyond the first position; the violin to third position (in the Attwood Sonatina) and the cello to fourth (in the Musette, Attwood Sonatina, Bach G minor Minuet, Heller L’Avalanche, and both Petzold Minuets). String students who have not yet studied beyond first position may need to transpose occasional notes or passages an octave downward. More advanced players may of course elect to take even lower passages in alternate positions for musical reasons.

Descant recorder - Digital Download SKU: S9.Q50450 A comprehensive method for group, individual and self tuition. This edition: student's book. Book. Op. Vol. 2. Schott Music - Digital #Q50450. Published by Schott Music - Digital (S9.Q50450). English.The best way to learn any instrument is to have lessons from a good, experienced teacher. Although, happily, the number of such teachers is constantly growing, the recorder is still frequently taught by enthusiastic but inexperienced teachers and many players start by teaching themselves. This series of books sets out to help learners of all ages in all three situations. Experienced teachers, who may choose to disregard much of the text as personal demonstration is always clearer than the written word, will find exercises and fine tunes a-plenty to support their own method at each stage. The less experienced will benefit from many valuable teaching hints culled from long experience and may rely on the books to lead to a sound playing technique and a mastery of simple notation. Those learning by themselves - and I started in this way - are urged to work carefully and systematically through the books, taking plenty of time to assimilate each point before moving on. For them, without the personal model provided by a live teacher, it is vitally important to listen as often as possible to fine players, in person or on record, so that they have in their mind's ear a clear notion of the kind of sound they would like to produce. But however they start, I can only wish that all who use these books will derive as much pleasure and musical satisfaction and gain as many lasting and valued friendships as I have through this most subtle, delightful and sociable of instruments. (Brian Bonsor) “...this work is likely to become a standard work very quickly and is to be recommended to all schools where recorder studies are undertaken“ (Oliver James, Contact Magazine) Descant Tutors provide a sound-playing technique, a mastery of simple notation and contain 570 tunes including concert pieces by Bonsor, carols, attractive rounds, and melodies by 'early music' composers. Clear line drawings greatly assist the pupil, making them especially suitable for self-instruction.

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.761935 Composed by Louis Landon. Concert,Contemporary,Jazz,Standards. Score. 5 pages. Landon Creative, Inc. #6329807. Published by Landon Creative, Inc. (A0.761935). The song, Friday Improv, is on the THANKSGIVING PIANO album and was released on April 24, 2020. Recorded at the Peace Palace, Sedona, AZ on a Steinway B July - December 2019 You can hear the whole album on Spotify, Apple Music and Pandora Radio The album is also available for downloading at iTunes, Amazon and Bandcamp All music produced, arranged, composed & performed by Louis Landon All music published byLandon Creative, Inc. BMI Louis Landon is a Steinway Artist Music mastering by Tim Jessup, Sedona, AZ We Give Thanks mastering by Michael McDonald, Eugene, OR CD design and photos by Louis Landon

C Instrument - Level 1 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1415634 By Prof. Bagoly. By José Lucas. Arranged by José Lucas. Children,Classical,Early Music,Instructional,Traditional. Lead Sheet / Fake Book. 48 pages. José Lucas #997350. Published by José Lucas (A0.1415634). ABC for Guitar Beginners Vol.1 (Hungarian Edition)Basic guide for guitar beginners with 38 songs.Methodically well-designed for kids from age 7 and up.- Learn how to read notes, chords, music theory and interaction with the teacher- Simple exercises to practice before the kids tackle the pieces/songs- Rules for how to train a difficult part- Learn to read left vs. right hand in music- Learn the differences between strings and ribbons- Famous children's songs from around the world- Visually appealing pages for kids- Famous pieces from classical music- DiplomaCONTENT- Mary had a little lamb (US)- The spring song (Hungary)- Playful dialogue (Germany)- Old MacDonald (US)- Björnen sover (Sweden)- Au clair de la lune (France)- Hänschen klein (Germany)- Andantino Op. 59 (Carcassi)- Russian theme (Russia)- Dog waltz (Germany)- Savez-vous planter les choux? ( France)- Sonata no.11 K331 (Mozart)- Brandenburg dance (Germany)- Gran vals (Tarrega)- Carnevale di Venezia (Italy)- Andantino (Küffner)- Go to sleep (Germany)- The silly song (Irland)- El Testament D’Amelia (Catalán)+ Thoughtfully crafted short musical interludes ensure seamless transitions between the songs listed above.This book isn't just for children; it's also perfect for adults who are serious about delving into the world of sheet music. So why wait? Press play and embark on a musical adventure like never before. Get ready to unleash your inner maestro!Q&AsWhy use names? So kids proudly claim, This is my song! — igniting their excitement and fuelling their passion for learning.Why larger scores? For better visibility, making learning a breeze for our young musicians.Why the abundance of illustrations and colors? Kids adore vibrant hues, keeping their interest ignited and enthusiasm soaring.Why the complex accompaniment?Many of us teachers, are classically trained guitarists aiming to preserve our hard-earned skills. The sophisticated accompaniment not only adds a professional touch for parents but also dazzles at closing concerts.Why chord notations? A chance for parents to bond with their children, sharing quality moments of musical exploration.Why begin with loose strings? For beginners, it eases them into rhythm and note lengths, gradually mastering each aspect before advancing to more challenging techniques.Why start with the A-note when start using left hand? The G-string's flexibility is perfect for young fingers, and the second finger offers strength and ease for seven-year-olds.Why sprinkle music theory throughout? To ensure kids learn theory when its most relevant to their progress.Why feature songs from various countries? To preserve the rich tapestry of global folklores, cherishing our cultural heritage.Why not introduce eighth notes? Mastering whole, half, and quarter notes takes precedence, ensuring a strong foundation.Why provide audio? Empowering kids to practice independently at home, with parental guidance, fostering their musical journey.

Piano Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.761928 Composed by Louis Landon. Concert,Folk,Instructional,New Age,Standards. Score. 3 pages. Landon Creative, Inc. #6329771. Published by Landon Creative, Inc. (A0.761928). The song, Sweet Sunset, is on the THANKSGIVING PIANO album and was released on April 24, 2020. Recorded at the Peace Palace, Sedona, AZ on a Steinway B July - December 2019 You can hear the whole album on Spotify, Apple Music and Pandora Radio The album is also available for downloading at iTunes, Amazon and Bandcamp All music produced, arranged, composed & performed by Louis Landon All music published byLandon Creative, Inc. BMI Louis Landon is a Steinway Artist Music mastering by Tim Jessup, Sedona, AZ We Give Thanks mastering by Michael McDonald, Eugene, OR  CD design and photos by Louis Landon

Piano Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.761932 Composed by Louis Landon. Instructional,New Age,Standards. Score. 4 pages. Landon Creative, Inc. #6329801. Published by Landon Creative, Inc. (A0.761932). The song, Inner Space, is on the THANKSGIVING PIANO album and was released on April 24, 2020. Recorded at the Peace Palace, Sedona, AZ on a Steinway B July - December 2019 You can hear the whole album on Spotify, Apple Music and Pandora Radio The album is also available for downloading at iTunes, Amazon and Bandcamp All music produced, arranged, composed & performed by Louis Landon All music published byLandon Creative, Inc. BMI Louis Landon is a Steinway Artist Music mastering by Tim Jessup, Sedona, AZ We Give Thanks mastering by Michael McDonald, Eugene, OR CD design and photos by Louis Landon

Piano Solo - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.761927 Composed by Louis Landon. Concert,Contemporary,Instructional,Standards. Score. 8 pages. Landon Creative, Inc. #6329775. Published by Landon Creative, Inc. (A0.761927). The song, Melancholia, is on the THANKSGIVING PIANO album and was released on April 24, 2020.  Recorded at the Peace Palace, Sedona, AZ on a Steinway B July - December 2019  You can hear the whole album on Spotify, Apple Music and Pandora Radio  The album is also available for downloading at iTunes, Amazon and Bandcamp  All music produced, arranged, composed & performed by Louis Landon  All music published byLandon Creative, Inc. BMI  Louis Landon is a Steinway Artist  Music mastering by Tim Jessup, Sedona, AZ  We Give Thanks mastering by Michael McDonald, Eugene, OR  CD design and photos by Louis Landon