Composed by Gustav Holst (1874-1934). Arranged by Adam Brox. For Brass Quintet. Advanced. 80 pages. Published by Adam D Brox Designs

String Quartet String Quartet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.982883 Composed by Christopher M. Wicks. Arranged by Christopher M. Wicks. Contemporary. Score and parts. 37 pages. Christopher M. Wicks #15199. Published by Christopher M. Wicks (A0.982883). This is a four-movement string quartet, employing traditional formal designs and centered on G, but not without its modernist and post-modernist aspects. The fourth movement has as cantus firmus the traditional German tune 'Wie lieblich ist der Maien. File contains both score and parts.

Choir Sacred (SATB choir) - Grade 3 - Digital Download SKU: JX.00-17985 Composed by Greg Gilpin. Choral (Sacred); Choral Octavo; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; Worship Resources. Alfred Archive Edition: Alfred Choral Designs. Christmas; Sacred. Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Jubilate Music Group - Digital #00-17985. Published by Jubilate Music Group - Digital (JX.00-17985). English. Luke 2:1-10; Isaiah 9:1-6; Isaiah 40:9-11; Psalm 85:8-13.Original Christmas song features text adapted from traditional Latin. Wonderful melodies, spellbinding harmonic colors.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quintet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Horn,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1211654 Composed by Edvard Grieg (1843-1907). Arranged by Andrew Lamb. 19th Century,Religious,Romantic Period. 16 pages. Andrew Lamb #809266. Published by Andrew Lamb (A0.1211654). Title: Ave Maris StellaComposer: Edvard Grieg (1843-1907)Arranger: Andrew LambDescription: This is my transcription of Ave Maris Stella by Norwegian composer and pianist Edvard Grieg (1843-1907)Edvard Grieg was a Norwegian composer and pianist born on June 15, 1843, in Bergen, Norway. He came from a musical family and showed great talent for music at a young age. He studied at the Leipzig Conservatory in Germany, where he was exposed to the music of leading German composers, such as Robert Schumann and Felix Mendelssohn.Grieg composed a variety of works, including orchestral music, chamber music, songs, and piano pieces. He is best known for his composition “Peer Gynt,� which includes the popular suite “In the Hall of the Mountain King.� Other famous works by Grieg include the Piano Concerto in A Minor and the Holberg Suite.Throughout his career, Grieg was devoted to promoting Norwegian music and culture. He was a central figure in the Norwegian music scene and worked to establish a national identity through his music.Grieg’s influence on Norwegian music was significant, and he is considered one of the leading figures in the Norwegian Romantic movement. His music was also highly regarded by his contemporaries, including Johannes Brahms and Claude Debussy.Edvard Grieg died on September 4, 1907, in Bergen, Norway, at the age of 64. His contributions to classical music were significant and he left a lasting legacy on Norwegian and European music.

String Ensemble - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.552333 Composed by Georg Philipp Telemann 1681-1767. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Baroque,Instructional,Standards,Wedding. 31 pages. Jmsgu3 #6327363. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.552333). I. Largo II. Allegro III. Affettuoso IV. VivaceGeorg Philipp Telemann's Sonatas Op. 2, also known as the Six Sonatas for two flutes (or violins), are significant for several reasons. First, they are dedicated to two young music lovers, explicitly appealing to a circle of pupils and music enthusiasts. The pieces foster the ability of musical expression and are characterized by a combination of expansive baroque thematic material and charming galant features in the slow and fast movements, respectively. Telemann was considered one of the leading German composers of his time, and his works, including the Sonatas Op. 2, reflect his significant contribution to the Baroque music era. The Methodical nature of these sonatas, as described when they were published in 1732, is also noteworthy, as they included a second, ornamented version of the simple melodies, showcasing Telemann's innovative approach to composition.Furthermore, Telemann's music, which incorporates French, Italian, and German national styles, remained highly regarded by colleagues and critics alike during his lifetime and the latter half of the 18th century. Numerous theorists and prominent composers cited his works as models, and he influenced pupils of J.S. Bach in Leipzig, such as Wilhelm Friedemann Bach. Therefore, Telemann's Sonatas Op. 2 contributed to the expansion of domestic music-making and influenced other composers and musicians of his time and beyond.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quintet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.553661 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by Ray Thompson. Classical,Holiday,Wedding. 37 pages. RayThompsonMusic #3466544. Published by RayThompsonMusic (A0.553661). The String Quintet in E-flat major, Op. 4, was composed by Ludwig van Beethoven in 1795. It was adapted from his Octet in E-flat major, Op. 103, which, despite its high opus number, was in fact composed by Beethoven in 1792/1793 but was published only in 1837, ten years after the composer's death. The Quintet was published in Vienna in 1796.The quintet has been viewed as a mere transcription of the octet. However, there are a few differences between the two works. In the first movement, there are significant changes in the exposition and substantial ones in the development, reprise, and ending. The ensuing Andante employs new themes and involves significant changes in the ones retained. The Scherzo and finale are also substantially different: among other alterations, a second trio was added to the former and a new alternate theme was inserted in the latter.This arrangement is for wind quintet. (Horn in Eb) but horn in F also provided.

String Orchestra - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1300432 Composed by Claude Debussy. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 20th Century,Contest,Festival,Film/TV,Multicultural,Standards,World. Score and Parts. 17 pages. Jmsgu3 #890087. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1300432). Berceuse Heroique is a musical composition by Claude Debussy, composed in 1914 as a homage to King Albert I from Belgium and his soldiers. The piece was written for King Albert's Book, a collection of music sponsored by The Telegraph and put together by Hall Caine to raise funds for Belgian war relief. The work opens very dark and somber, with a sense of mourning and loss. The anthem is quoted in the middle of the piece, surrounded by music of gloom and despair. The quote from the Belgian national anthem that is squeezed into Debussy's Berceuse heroique is the first phrase of La Brabançonne by François van Campenhout. The composition expresses the misery of feeling powerless in events, combined with everyday unhappy shortages of necessities, which was a common experience during World War I. The life of French composer Claude Debussy was full of agony and challenges, from surviving in the 1st World War to his battle with cancer.Berceuse heroique is a significant piece in music history for its reflection of the somber and melancholic mood of the time, its tribute to the soldiers and their suffering, and its representation of Debussy's work during the war. The piece is still performed and recorded today, and is considered a significant work in Debussy's oeuvre.

French Horn Duet Horn - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.552422 Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Baroque,Holiday,Standards,Wedding. Score. 25 pages. Jmsgu3 #6345017. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.552422). Sonata No. 1, K. 555I. LarghettoII. AllegroIII. AndanteIV. AllegroHandel's sonatas hold significant importance in the history of music, particularly in the Baroque era. George Frideric Handel, a prominent composer of the late Baroque period, was renowned for his vocal compositions but also made substantial contributions to instrumental music. His sonatas, including those for violin, oboe, flute, recorder, and other instruments, showcase his form mastery and ability to blend melodic ideas. Handel's sonatas are considered an integral part of the Baroque instrumental repertoire, demonstrating his exceptional skill in composing for various instruments and contributing to the development of instrumental music during his time. The sonatas reflect the stylistic characteristics of the Baroque period and are valued for their musical richness and expressive qualities. Therefore, Handel's sonatas are regarded as significant works that have left a lasting impact on the history of music.

String Orchestra - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1147810 Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 19th Century,Contest,Festival,Romantic Period,Standards,Thriller. 129 pages. Jmsgu3 #747963. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1147810). Composed in 1867, Mussorgskyâ??s Night on Bald Mountain is a tone poem inspired by the Russian legend of nocturnal revels on St. John's Night, involving a witches' Sabbath on Bald Mountain near Kiev. The piece is known for its high drama, dark textures, and bold harmonies, which Mussorgsky's colleagues considered excitingly expressive and raw. The work was unpublished and unrevised at the time of the composer's death, and his colleagues, including Rimsky-Korsakov, later revised it. The composition remains a powerful representation of Russian folk tradition. It is associated with the pagan festivities of the midsummer Slavic holiday, making it a significant piece in the history of Russian classical music.The legend of the nocturnal revels on St. John's Night in June on a hill called Lysa Hora near Kiev is a prominent Slavic tale that inspired Modest Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain. The legend tells of a demon, Chernobog, who leads the revels until a far-off church bell sounds disperse the Spirits of Darkness. This tale is associated with the pagan festivities of the midsummer Slavic holiday and is a significant part of Russian folklore and culture. Lysa Hora, meaning Bald Mountain or Barren Mountain, is a large wooded hill in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, near the confluence of the Dnipro and Lybid' rivers, and is the traditional site of the witch gatherings in Slavic folklore. The legend's themes of darkness, supernatural gatherings, and the triumph of light have made it a compelling source of inspiration for various artistic works, including Mussorgsky's musical composition.

String Ensemble Cello,Double Bass,Viola,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1299870 Composed by Claude Debussy. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 20th Century,Chamber,Contest,Festival,Historic,Standards. 14 pages. Jmsgu3 #889630. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1299870). INSTRUMENTATION: 2 VIOLINS, 2 VIOLAS, 1 CELLO, 1 CONTRABASSBerceuse Heroique is a musical composition by Claude Debussy, composed in 1914 as a homage to King Albert I from Belgium and his soldiers. The piece was written for King Albert's Book, a collection of music sponsored by The Telegraph and put together by Hall Caine to raise funds for Belgian war relief. The work opens very dark and somber, with a sense of mourning and loss. The anthem is quoted in the middle of the piece, surrounded by music of gloom and despair. The quote from the Belgian national anthem that is squeezed into Debussy's Berceuse heroique is the first phrase of La Brabançonne by François van Campenhout.The composition expresses the misery of feeling powerless in events, combined with everyday unhappy shortages of necessities, which was a common experience during World War I. The life of French composer Claude Debussy was full of agony and challenges, from surviving in the 1st World War to his battle with cancer.Berceuse heroique is a significant piece in music history for its reflection of the somber and melancholic mood of the time, its tribute to the soldiers and their suffering, and its representation of Debussy's work during the war. The piece is still performed and recorded today, and is considered a significant work in Debussy's oeuvre.

Cello,Instrumental Duet,Violin - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1358142 Composed by Nikolay Andreyevich Rimsky-Korsakov. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. 19th Century,Chamber,Contest,Festival,Historic,Instructional. 5 pages. Jmsgu3 #942629. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1358142). The Prelude of 1896 refers to Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's revisions to Modest Mussorgsky's opera Boris Godunov. Rimsky-Korsakov made significant alterations to the opera in 1896 and again in 1908, which were of vast scope and aimed at meeting his rigid academic standards. These revisions, although controversial, played a significant role in the history of the opera's performances. Rimsky-Korsakov was a prominent figure in Russian society and culture, known for his influence on musical education and for developing a Russian national identity.

Clarinet Duet Clarinet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.552347 Composed by Georg Philipp Telemann 1681-1767. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Baroque,Instructional,Standards,Wedding. 2 scores. 21 pages. Jmsgu3 #6329817. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.552347). I. Dolce II. Allegro III. Largo IV. VivaceGeorg Philipp Telemann's Sonatas Op. 2, also known as the Six Sonatas for two flutes (or violins), are significant for several reasons. First, they are dedicated to two young music lovers, explicitly appealing to a circle of pupils and music enthusiasts. The pieces foster the ability of musical expression and are characterized by a combination of expansive baroque thematic material and charming galant features in the slow and fast movements, respectively. Telemann was considered one of the leading German composers of his time, and his works, including the Sonatas Op. 2, reflect his significant contribution to the Baroque music era. The Methodical nature of these sonatas, as described when they were published in 1732, is also noteworthy, as they included a second, ornamented version of the simple melodies, showcasing Telemann's innovative approach to composition.  Furthermore, Telemann's music, which incorporates French, Italian, and German national styles, remained highly regarded by colleagues and critics alike during his lifetime and the latter half of the 18th century. Numerous theorists and prominent composers cited his works as models, and he influenced pupils of J.S. Bach in Leipzig, such as Wilhelm Friedemann Bach. Therefore, Telemann's Sonatas Op. 2 contributed to the expansion of domestic music-making and influenced other composers and musicians of his time and beyond.

Brass Quintet Horn,Trombone,Trumpet,Tuba - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1211655 Composed by Edvard Grieg (1843-1907). Arranged by Andrew Lamb. 19th Century,Romantic Period. 16 pages. Andrew Lamb #809267. Published by Andrew Lamb (A0.1211655). Title: Ave Maris StellaComposer: Edvard Grieg (1843-1907)Arranger: Andrew LambDescription: This is my transcription of Ave Maris Stella by Norwegian composer and pianist Edvard Grieg (1843-1907)Edvard Grieg was a Norwegian composer and pianist born on June 15, 1843, in Bergen, Norway. He came from a musical family and showed great talent for music at a young age. He studied at the Leipzig Conservatory in Germany, where he was exposed to the music of leading German composers, such as Robert Schumann and Felix Mendelssohn.Grieg composed a variety of works, including orchestral music, chamber music, songs, and piano pieces. He is best known for his composition “Peer Gynt,� which includes the popular suite “In the Hall of the Mountain King.� Other famous works by Grieg include the Piano Concerto in A Minor and the Holberg Suite.Throughout his career, Grieg was devoted to promoting Norwegian music and culture. He was a central figure in the Norwegian music scene and worked to establish a national identity through his music.Grieg’s influence on Norwegian music was significant, and he is considered one of the leading figures in the Norwegian Romantic movement. His music was also highly regarded by his contemporaries, including Johannes Brahms and Claude Debussy.Edvard Grieg died on September 4, 1907, in Bergen, Norway, at the age of 64. His contributions to classical music were significant and he left a lasting legacy on Norwegian and European music.

Viola Duet Viola - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.760038 By Bryan Adams. By Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance. Arranged by Raymond Fenech. Christmas,Contemporary,Holiday,Pop,Rock. Score. 21 pages. Raymond Fenech #3487799. Published by Raymond Fenech (A0.760038). Christmas Time is a song by Canadian rock singer-songwriter Bryan Adams. It was written by Adams and Jim Vallance and became Adams' most popular Christmas song. It was originally released on clear, green vinyl with a picture sleeve. It was written and recorded in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. No music video was shot for the song. Over thirty years after it was first recorded, the song still receives significant radio airplay each year during the Christmas season. This aria is arranged for 2 Violas and Piano . The Duration is approx. 3.56 minutes and the level is Intermediate. Christmas Time is a song by Canadian rock singer-songwriter Bryan Adams. It was written by Adams and Jim Vallance and became Adams' most popular Christmas song. It was originally released on clear, green vinyl with a picture sleeve. It was written and recorded in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. No music video was shot for the song. Over thirty years after it was first recorded, the song still receives significant radio airplay each year during the Christmas season. This aria is arranged for 2 Violas and Piano . The Duration is approx. 3.56 minutes and the level is Intermediate.

Cornet,Horn,Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1347457 Composed by Philippe De Vitry. Arranged by James M. Guthrie. Chamber,Early Music,Historic,Instructional,Traditional. 15 pages. Jmsgu3 #932258. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.1347457). Philippe de Vitry's Garrit gallus/In nova fert is significant in its historical and musical importance. Composed around 1315, it is one of the earlier works of the Ars Nova, marking a stylistic change in medieval music. The motet is complex, using multiple texts sung simultaneously, isorhythm, and unusual harmonies, which required a new notational system of red ink coloration to indicate the duple. The motet's text is drawn from the opening lines in the two top voices, and it is suggested that it makes a statement about the exile of French Christians, similar to the Jews from their homeland in the Old Testament, and the corrupt leadership at the time. It may make a strong political statement about the corrupt leadership at the time, as it is part of the Roman de Fauvel. This animal fable satirizes the political situation in Paris.Philippe de Vitry, a French composer-poet, bishop, and music theorist, is known for his significant contributions to late medieval music. In the last decade of his life, from 1351 to 1361, he served as the Bishop of Meaux, near Paris. This appointment was the crowning event of his court and church career. As a bishop, Vitry's accomplishments were primarily in the musical and literary domains. He was an innovative and influential composer, widely acknowledged as a leading musician of his day, and his treatise Ars Nova became a rallying cry for all modern composers after about 1320. Additionally, he was known for his French poetry set to music, creating a new style of song, anticipating the work of Guillaume de Machaut. While his tenure as a bishop was relatively short, his lasting impact was in music and poetry.