Choral Choir (TTBB) - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.898552

Composed by Matthew Alan Edwards. Arranged by Matthew Alan Edwards. Baroque,Christmas,Concert,Renaissance,Sacred. Octavo. 9 pages. Matthew Alan Edwards #4266215. Published by Matthew Alan Edwards (A0.898552).

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Canzona alla terza Verbum supernum prodiens was composed late one night after I was inspired by the chant melody as found in the Hymnal 1982, hymn 63. Rather than compose on the computer as I usually do, I wrote by hand as I determined the best four-part canonic treatment for each of the phrases of the chant. Composing this was akin to assembling a puzzle, both in mindset (this note fits best here) and addictive quality (need to finish this now!). Originally conceived as a short organ piece, I quickly chose to add the English text from the Hymnal 1982 then text directly from the Liber Usualis, a Catholic book of Gregorian chants commonly used until the reforms of the Second Vatican Council (Vatican II).

This piece is similar in style to an Italian Renaissance canzona or early German Baroque kanon. It should be performed with performance practice of those eras in mind, including lifts after dotted notes, metric accents, and minimal vibrato, especially at cadences. Lines that end in a melisma should be performed by singing the final vowel and placing the consonant at the release of the final melisma note. The first verse may be sung in unison or as a solo as printed below. The verses may be sung in alternatum (odd verses, printed below: solo chant, even verses: choir). For a complete translation of the six Latin verses, refer to the next page. In the music’s text, I have retained all accent marks as found in the Liber Usualis. These should help inform text stress. The last two verses are suitable as a Communion anthem.

This SSA Latin version was adapted from the original SATB version for the women of the Hillcrest High School choral program under the direction of Dr. Khristina Motley in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. It reduces the original four-voice setting to three voices without sacrificing any canonic entrances. This SSA version is also suitable for performance by an advanced middle school choral ensemble or for TTB men.

Also available as an organ solo or in English. SATB Latin/English versions coming soon!

Flute Solo - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1090022

Composed by Martin J. Van Klompenberg. Classical,Contest,Festival. Individual part. 12 pages. Martin J. Van Klompenberg #694220. Published by Martin J. Van Klompenberg (A0.1090022).

The inspiration for MEME Engine began in the same way that all great inspiration happens: By procrastinating ono the internet. Struggling to find a jumping off point, I turned to the internet in hopes for a spark, and instead ended up on Reddit looking at the daily viral internet. For unknown reasons, this was the inspiration I needed, and I turned to old school memes, and decided to write a collection of short character pieces based on the origin of some of my favorites. Success Kid is based upon the internet’s favorite fist-pumping toddler. I imagined my nephew, Georgie when he was three, and once stayed in continuous movement for nearly ten hours. I was exhausted watching him, and his frenetic energy is the driving inspiration. The performer is instructed to play this just “within control,� meaning that one click faster on the metronome could bring it to a crashing halt. Annoyed Picard is based upon a single screenshot of the syndicated classic Star Trek: The Next Generation. Although this meme is shows frustration, the shot in questions is actually famed Shakespearean actor, Patrick Stewart, quoting Shakespeare in a vain attempt to woo one of his crewmates away from an evil alien species. I thought it only fitting to write a simple melodic melody, fitting for the words of Shakespeare, that slowly morphs into an exciting sci-fi riff. This is fine is based on the single panel that is synonymous with the worst possible situations. A dog drinks tea in a room slowly filling with flames. The truth is that all isn’t well, and in the final three panels of the comic strip, the room slowly is engulfed in flames and the dog melts. I wanted to show the chaos and destruction of this comic strip by taking the same melody and distorting it past the point of comfort. Of course, the movement has to end with the joke of the meme. (Sing along the words “This is fine.�) -.

Small Ensemble Guitar,Piano,Vocal,Voice - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.556588

Composed by Anthony Showalter. Arranged by PianoSheetNow. Folk,Sacred,Spiritual. Score. 3 pages. PianoSheetNow #4276007. Published by PianoSheetNow (A0.556588).

Leaning on the Everlasting Arms is a hymn published in 1887 with music by Anthony J. Showalter and lyrics by Showalter and Elisha Hoffman. It has been performed and recorded by such artists as Norbert Susemihl, Iris Dement, George Jones, Mahalia Jackson, Twila Paris, Selah, Alan Jackson.
The song has been used in several movies, including Wild Bill (1995), Next of Kin (1989), True Grit (2010) and First Reformed (2017).
For Violin and piano duet.
With melody line, lyrics, guitar chords.
With downloadable mp3's for audio help (with both the Violin and piano and one with piano only for practicing the Violin).  
Pages: Three pages (2 pages score, 1 pages Violin part).

Piano Solo - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1190393

By Whitney Hawker. By Whitney Hawker. 20th Century,Classical,Contemporary. Score. 5 pages. Whitney Hawker #789968. Published by Whitney Hawker (A0.1190393).

Hauntingly beautiful melody that reminds me of things long past. This piece will touch the heart of listeners as well as the performer! Such a gorgeous melodic piece that everyone will love.

Set in the key of Db Major, the left hand floats across the octaves and everything fits under the fingers perfectly. As the melody soars and mixes in triplets, there are surprising twists into a new swelling middle section. Perfect for the next recital or festival, this piece will challenge your student to bring out the beautiful melody while listening to the quieter lines beneath it.

Baritone Saxophone,Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.796607

By Demi Lovato. By Andrew Goldstein, Demi Lovato, Emanuel Kiriakou, and Lindy Robbins. Arranged by Gary D. Belshaw (ASCAP). Pop. Score and part. 11 pages. DR GARY D BELSHAW #3024469. Published by DR GARY D BELSHAW (A0.796607).

4 minutes. 11 pages, not including sample part page. Demi Lovato's 2015 hit song is arranged here for Baritone saxophone and piano. This would be a great addition to a recital, or for performing for community events. (Next time someone asks if you'll play a song or two for the Chamber of Commerce banquet, smile big and say, Absolutely! But, don't play this for a wedding, right?) Ms. Lovato sings some complicated rhythms, so you may have to spend time practicing slowly with a metronome; it will pay off big-time. Your teacher or director will be glad for the energy and conviction you'll have to have to play this well.

Choral Choir (SAA) - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1129015

By Neil Sedaka. By Howard Greenfield and Neil Sedaka. Arranged by Rachel St. Marseille. Contemporary,Pop,Rock. Octavo. 14 pages. Rachel St. Marseille #729538. Published by Rachel St. Marseille (A0.1129015).

This is a fun and easy SAA parody arrangement of the Neil Sedaka classic inspired by the 2014 Next Generation Women's Chorus Barbershop Harmony Performance. This is a great fit for a middle school choir or beginning Women's Choir. Arrangement includes SAA arrangement and band charts (piano, guitar, bass, drumset).

Small Ensemble Harpsichord,Organ,Piano,Synthesizer - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.862688

Composed by Erik Satie. Arranged by Michael Bomier. 20th Century,Concert,New Age,Standards. Score and parts. 6 pages. Michael Butkus-Bomier #3861669. Published by Michael Butkus-Bomier (A0.862688).

From the Blood, Sweat and Tears intro to God Bless the Child, to various modern TV and online commercials, this timeless tune has served in many guises. Here is is again, but as it was originally presented, AND an edit that may prove useful for those persons with a smaller hand.
Examine the chords that extend to the interval of a 9th in the left hand. One of them has a note on top that is NOT the octave of the melody note, but the next two have that EXACT configuration. AND, they are not sounding simultaneously, allowing for the RH to take that top note with no sonic alteration. So, our inexpensive edition here offers both versions.  MBB.

Choral Choir (SATB) - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.826618

Composed by Johannes Brahms. Arranged by Bud Caputo. Christian,Contemporary,Easter,Romantic Period. Octavo. 53 pages. Bud Caputo #3017763. Published by Bud Caputo (A0.826618).

This movement from the Brahms Requiem is usually considered to be the highlight of the entire work. The arrangement is tailored for high schools, and community choirs for SATB and Brass Quintet.  The movement exists in its entirety, mirroring the original for SATB and Orchestra. While the brass parts remain in a comfortable range for high school players, the endurance factor will challenge the students since the brass replaces the full orchestra. 

Of course, if the choral work is already a part of you library, you may just perform the original with the newly arranged brass parts. An 8.5 x 11 SATB score with piano is provided for rehearsal purposes. It may be duplicated as needed at a considerable cost savings where you to have to purchase the choral arrangement by itself.

It may be the featured work on your next Spring Concert as you merge the choir and band programs providing your students and audience exposure to this monumental work from the Romantic Period. 

Concert Band - Digital Download

SKU: AX.00-PC-0017001_BB_EDPAK

Bb Educational Pack. Composed by Robert Sheldon. Instructional. Part. 2 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0017001_Bb_EDPAK. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0017001_BB_EDPAK).

UPC: 038081497976.

This lovely and lyrical offering will provide your young band with a gentle and poignant moment on your next concert. Subtle, yet dramatic shifts in tonality create interest and momentum to this tuneful composition. (2:35) This title is available in SmartMusic.
Concert/Contest; Festival.

Digital Download

SKU: A0.1070729

Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn. Arranged by Catherine Ing. Classical,Sacred. Accompaniment. Duration 273. Deusa Flauta Music #6680461. Published by Deusa Flauta Music (A0.1070729).

Do you like Haydn? Are you just a fan of ‘that Austrian hymn?’ Or are you just looking for a new meditative hymn setting for your next church service? If so, A Meditation on Glorious Things, based on Austrian Hymn from Haydn's Emperor String Quartet, might be for you.

Concert Band - Digital Download

SKU: AX.00-PC-0014590_WPSB

(wp) String Bass. Composed by Edvard Grieg. Arranged by Brian Beck. Classical. World Part. 2 pages. Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music #00-PC-0014590_wpSB. Published by Alfred Music - Digital Sheet Music (AX.00-PC-0014590_WPSB).

UPC: 038081385716.

Edvard Grieg (1843--1907) is best known for his eternally popular Piano Concerto in A Minor, as well as more than 150 songs and 66 lyric pieces. March of the Trolls is from his Lyric Pieces, Op. 54. Trolls are a constant theme in Norwegian folklore and can be viewed as the equivalent of our boogie man. Far to the north in Norway where the winter storms whip the weather-beaten coasts, you will find dark forests with moonlit lakes, deep fjords surrounded by mighty snowcapped mountains, and long rivers and cold streams cascading down the mountain sides. This is where you might find the irritable, short-tempered trolls coming out of their hiding places after sunset, marching to wreck havoc on unsuspecting Norwegian households. Wait and see what your audience will do when the Trolls march up and down the aisles of your next concert! This title is available in SmartMusic. (3:48)
Concert/Contest.

Piano,Violin - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1160511

By Celeste. By Celeste Epiphany Waite, Eric Leva, Jamie Hartman, and Stephen Wrabel. Arranged by André Alberto Santos. 20th Century,Film/TV,Multicultural,Pop,Wedding,World. 2 pages. Soul - Musical Creations #760800. Published by Soul - Musical Creations (A0.1160511).

For Violin with chords for piano, guitar or accordion. This arrangement of Strange (Celeste) from the Netflix series Bridgerton is a great addition to your students' recital repertoire. It is a pop/rock ballad that features a combination of simple melodies and lyrical harmonies.

He brings a dark side to light with the use of dramatic chords and melodies that leave you wondering where the piece could go next. Get ready for some challenging passages that can be easily simplified for easier performance.