40 Progressive Duets for Trumpets Cornets or Flugel Horns-Philip Sparke’s Skilful Duets is the second volume of a progressive series of duet books that takes the young wind player from beginner to accomplished musician. Following on from the first book in the series ( Starter Duets ) this collection generally contains longer pieces suitable for the developing young musician. Specifically tailored for each instrument Skilful Duets introduces the concept of phrasing by suggesting suitable breathing points and takes the player into new keys with extended instrument ranges; the concept of tempo and style indications is also introduced. Skilful Duets provides invaluable additional material to complement anyteaching method. Philip Sparke’s Skilful Duets is the second volume of a progressive series of duet books that takes the young wind player from beginner to accomplished musician. Following on from the first book in the series (Starter Duets) this collection generally contains longer pieces suitable for the developing young musician. Specifically tailored for each instrument Skilful Duets introduces the concept of phrasing by suggesting suitable breathing points and takes the player into new keys with extended instrument ranges; the concept of tempo and style indications is also introduced. Skilful Duets provides invaluable additional material to complement any teaching method.

The setting of Psalm no. 42 op. 42 “Wie der Hirsch schreit nach frischem Wasser” (“As the hart pants after the waterbrooks”) for soloists mixed choir and full orchestra dates back to 1837. The well-known Mendelssohn specialist John Michael Cooper has evaluated the first printed edition of the score prepared by the composer himself as well as taking all other important sources into account. This Urtext edition is rounded off by a detailed critical commentary (Ger/Eng). The piano reduction is by Mendelssohn and is an authentic part of this edition. Psalm with a large orchestral scoring in a Urtext edition Bilingual foreword(Ger/Eng) Original German as well as English text Includes a piano reduction by the composer

Pocket or Study Score. Prokofiev S

New Signature allows us to introduce Dominiek van Nuffelen to you. The piece starts slow and deliberate then flows into a faster movement in which rhythmic precision and accurate combined playing are required. Influences from light music together with elements from rock music have been interwoven in the piece.

Quelle est cette odeur agreable-‘Whence is that Goodly Fragrance Flowing?’ is the first line of an old French Christmas song that originated in the 17th century. In 1728 John Gay used this joyous and markedly festive melody that honours Jesus Christ and His miraculous birth in his Beggar’s Opera . Philip Sparke has given this melody a new lease of life with his charming and imaginative arrangement for the Christmas season.

Quest implies exploring or being in search of. This four piece work is a challenge to every fanfare or symphonic wind band. All groups in the orchestra have explicit parts in this composition that is reminiscent of film music. It can serve both for a concert and a contest.

1.Pastorale; 2.Farandole; 3.La Veillée de l'Ange Gardien; 4.Petite Gavotte; 5.Chanson d'Autrefois; 6.Marche des petits Soldats de Plomb

Oper in einem Akt nach dem Poem Die Zigeuner von Alexander Puschkin-The first of Rachmaninov's three operas Aleko is based on a poem 'The Gypsies' by Alexander Pushkin following the themes of unrequited love and sorrow. The opera was composed in the final years of Rachmainov's studies at the Moscow Conservatory as a graduation exam winning him the highest prize and securing his future as a prominent composer.

For Alto Saxophone and Piano.

The choral benediction of the decade! A closing prayer of timeless beauty this transcendent offering features a gorgeous choral tapestry inviting God's constant presence in our lives. Capped with an unforgetable 5-fold amen. May be performed a cappella or with a richly final amen. Your congregation will DEMAND that your choir sing this every Sunday!

In common conversation the term ?bathetic? (pathétique in French) means a grossly sentimental pathos or exaggerated sympathy. True pathos however is really showing your feelings ? crying when you need to cry having courage when needed showing commitment when required. Pathétique reflects all these feelings in a stately and dignified manor. A truly emotional major concert work.

65 Progressive Studies-Philip Sparke’s Starter Studies is the first volume of a progressive series of study books that takes the young wind player from beginner to accomplished musician.This collection of 65 studies offers a choice of starting note to suit individual tastes and carefully introduces new musical elements such as articulation dynamics and key signatures in a structured progression to speed the learning process. Philip Sparke’s Starter Studies is the first volume of a progressive series of study books that takes the young wind player from beginner to accomplished musician. This collection of 65 studies offers a choice of starting note to suit individual tastes and carefully introduces new musical elements such as articulation dynamics and key signatures in a structured progression to speed the learning process.

National Anthem-This fresh new arrangement was written in response to the events of September 11 2001. SATB. Brunner D

This classic 1962 war film about the landing of the Allied troops at the end of the Second World War is a historic link to the recent D-Day memorial. This upbeat march is a kind of cynical reference to the horror and madness of World War II at the time of the fall of the Third Reich.

First-time collection of Leonard Bernstein's works for solo piano including four previously unpublished pieces. Includes a composer biography and notes on the music. As his main instrument the Piano was inextricably a part of Leonard Bernstein's life. This collection contains some of Bernstein's earlier compositions as well as previously unpublished works catalogued in the Library of Congress.

This easy concert march can be divided into two parts. The first part which is rhythmical beautifully contrasts with the second part which is lyrical. Each section of the band has its turn in this concertmarch which in spite of its easy level of difficulty deserves the designation “five-star piece.”

What to Do with the Presents?-A playful look at the familiar 'Twelve Days of Christmas.' What can you do with ten lords a-leaping nine ladies dancing and all of the other gifts? Wonderfully witty and wildly wacky this traditional-sounding choral has a modern sense of humor. A crowd-pleaser whether you perform with the hilarious SoundTrax CD or add your own sound effects.

from Missa Brevis-Kodaly's Missa Brevis was first performed in 1945 just after the end of the Second World War. It is a hymn to hope in the divinity that provides comfort and strength in the most difficult of circumstances. Divided into deliberate sections “Gloria” opens with a plainchant followed by a chorus fanfare to a solo section at a much slower tempo and ends in a joyful character to the final Amen Kodály's Missa Brevis was first performed in 1945 just after the end of the Second World War. It is a hymn to hope in the divinity that provides comfort and strength in the most difficult of circumstances. Divided into deliberate sections 'Gloria' opens with a plainchant followed by a chorus fanfare to a solo section at a much slower tempo and ends in a joyful character to the final Amen. Duration: ca. 4:00.

Storm of the Century-De nombreuses personnes se souviennent parfaitement du 18 janvier 2007. Ce jour-là les services météorologiques avaient lancé plusieurs bulletins d’alerte annonçant l’arrivée imminente de « la tempête du siècle ». Une dépression frontale venue de Terre-Neuve allait toucher l’Europe sous la forme de vents tempétueux particulièrement violents. Kyrill la pire des tempêtes depuis des décennies devait toucher terre en Allemagne dans l’après-midi. De nombreuses écoles furent fermées et les services d’urgence placés en état d’alerte maximale. Malgré ces précautions les événements qui suivirent dépassèrent de loin les plus sombres prévisions. Il y eut des morts des blessés etdes dégâts énormes dans toute l’Europe.La région du Sauerland en Rhénanie-du-Nord-Westphalie (Allemagne) fut particulièrement touchée par la tempête. Kyrill sema la désolation sur son passage laissant des dizaines de foyers sans toit et des forêts éventrées. La filière bois a vu les fruits de plusieurs décennies de travail anéantis en quelques heures. Des arbres vigoureux furent déracinés comme de vulgaires fétus de paille. Des forêts en ruines Si les vents tempétueux de Kyrill s’abattirent sur toute l’Europe ils dévastèrent la région allemande du Schmallenberger Sauerland comme nulle autre. Ce jour-là Otto M. Schwarz était chez lui en Autriche. Il assista au passage de la tempête mais ne prit véritablement conscience de ses conséquences dramatiques qu’à son arrivée à Bad Fredeburg (Sauerland) où il participait à une conférence organisée par le Volksmusikerbundes NRW (Association pour la promotion des musiques traditionnelles en Rhénanie-du-Nord-Westphalie). Ernst Willi Schulte le directeur de l’association lui montra alors l’étendue des dégâts sur le paysage de la région du Schmallenberger Sauerland. Force lui était de constater que la tempête qui avait balayé son Autriche natale était sans commune mesure avec la violence supportée par cette région allemande touchée de plein fouet par Kyrill.

For 3-Part Mixed choir with Piano Accompaniment.