The mystique surrounding life and death formed the starting point of this composition. I wanted to write a work without a story mixed up in a kind of musical quest for a new world of sound original rhythm sequences melodies filled with suspenseand distinct orchestral tones.The indirect cause was the birth of my first child which took place during this time followed by the death of a close family member. At such a moment you experience just how close life and death are to each other anddespite one being the antithesis of the other they are incredibly similar. Both radical events are passages into new worlds and have great emotional impact. Moreover the work was commissioned by �New Life� an orchestra that lost oneof its musician in a plane crash which also led me to believe that this approach would be appropriate.I would prefer not to comment on which passages in the composition concern life (birth) and which refer to death. It seems to me that it is moreinteresting to question traditional conceptions and leave it open for the listener. If you think that a passage is about birth and this idea then shifts it is this that raises fascinating questions on both a musical and metaphysical level.Music isin an indirect but incredibly persuasive way in which to express the endless striving and seeking of mankind. Music can even touch eternity as it were and give us the feeling that we can transcend death. This endless search (and also longing) canbe heard throughout the work; as much in the sound fields and accent shifts in the first part as in the enormous tension curves and compelling themes of the second part. The semi-tone functions in this way as a guide or something to hold on to running through the whole work and upon which much of the musical material is based. Traces of profound love resound with quiet simplicity in the slow section�s melodious solos after which the work contemplates life and death one last time muses upon joy and sadness on the possibilities and limitations of people and on the why of all things.I would like to dedicate this work to my dearest daughter Paulientje to Meterke and to Johan de Jong of the �New Life� orchestra.May it fare them well here or in another dimension�

Instrumental Accompaniment Set-Instrumentation: 2 Violin Viola Cello and Bass

Written between 1919 and 1925 these early works by Chavez are cast in a brilliant pianistic style. Vital well-constructed and extremely varied they demonstrate how expertly Chavez assimilated European music and how aware healready was of his native culture.

for voice flute and piano

A new compilation of some intermediate favorites as performed by the Canadian Brass. All parts available separately.

Music through the Ages in 2 Volumes-Time Pieces is an exciting series of repertoire which explores the wealth of music written from the 15th century to the present day. The pieces are presented chronologically within each volume and all include the year in which they were written so you get a feel for different styles of music through time. Thirteen pieces covering the Baroque to the present day for saxophonists of grades 4-6 standard selected and arranged by Ian Denley. Also for ABRSM examination grade 5 Tenor Sax.

Akakomborerwa-Akakomborerwa is composed in the spirit of choral music heard at the Episcopal Cathedral in Harare Zimbabwe in the summer of 1993. Shona is the majority tribe in Zimbabwe and its language. The text is the Shona translation of the Benedictus of the Mass Ordinary. SSAA. Kesselmann Lr.

A fantastic collection of nine original and inspirational Piano pieces that reflect the broad scope of the jazz idiom. From the slow blues swing style of Last Chance Blues to the bright and happy sound of Mr. Trumpet Man students will love the challenge of playing in the jazz style. Designed for the late elementary to early intermediate pianist.

ShowTrax CD-Reaching #1 on the Hot 100 in 1987 this rock hit by Bon Jovi has become one of the cultural touchstones of our time and a fantastic cross-generation crowd pleaser! Available separately: SATB SAB SSA ShowTrax CD. Rhythm partsavailable digitally (syn gtr b dm). Duration ca: 3:50.Reaching #1 on the Hot 100 in 1987 this rock hit by Bon Jovi has become one of the cultural touchstones of our time and a fantastic cross-generation crowd pleaser!

with varied reprises-These landmark editions give us exact evidence of how keyboard music was embellished in the 18th century. C.P.E. Bach wrote out such variants on his own works. These new editions contain Bach's own embellishments providing performers with exciting new possibilities. These landmark editions give us exact evidence of how Keyboard music was embellished in the 18th century. C.P.E. Bach wrote out such variants on his own works. These new editions contain Bach 's ownembellishments providing performers with exciting new possibilities.

pour l'étude de la clé de fa 4e ligne- As director of the Reims National Music School Jules Hansen s Easy Theory is compiled with a wealth of experience and expertise. As part of a significant catalogue of music pedagogy books Easy Theory addresses the Key of F. With 30 pages of extensive exercises Hansen s Easy Theory provides beginner musicians with a detailed and progressive study of music theory.

Sixteen medium to advanced level sight reading pieces for third-year bands and above. Each song is a full page in length (student part). - Time signatures: 4/4 3/4 2/4 cut time 6/8 5/4 5/8; slow 3/8 4/3 and2/8; five songs also have changing meters - Keys: Concert C Concert F Concert Bb Concert Eb Concert Ab - New note values/rhythms: Sixteenths and thirty-seconds in both fast and slow tempi

Thirty easy level sight reading pieces for first- and second-year bands. - Time signatures: 4/4 3/4 2/4 cut time - Keys: Concert F Concert Bb Concert Eb - Note/rest values: Whole half quarter eighth dotted half - Tempi: Moderato Allegro Andante Allegretto March Tempo Adagio - Dynamics/expressions etc: mf f mp pesante D.C. al Fine D.S. al Fine

For your adult choir Medium difficulty SATB with piano accompaniment and optional handbells

Another Gershwin tune arranged by the master arranger Robert Page fun for choir and audience alike! Ideal for jazz choir or small vocal ensemble

As performed by Cee Lo Green-Originally recorded by Cee Lo Green and made even more popular thanks to Gwyneth Paltrow and the cast of Glee this is an entertaining and solid arrangement for very young players. Originally recorded by Cee Lo Green and made even more popular thanks to Gwyneth Paltrow and the cast of Glee this is an entertaining and solid arrangement for very young players.

Blues is an ultimate form of expression. With the help of this book you’re at the worse rhythm and blues session around. Produced by top musicians the recording brings that club atmosphere into your home and you play along live! Improvisation? No problem! With a practical introduction to improvisation it’s fun from the first chord. The hottest blues licks are at your fingertips with an easy to understand playing guide.Play the blues. Explore your soul!

16 Ensembles from the 18th Century by: Grétry Blaise Philidor La Borde Monsigny Gossec and Dauvergne

Composer Michel Merlet 's fantastic composition Musique Pour Deux Pianos Op.7 arranged for Piano Duet.

The Machine Awakes is the sound of something not human (but of humans hands) – something not entirely organic but most definitely alive – waking up for the first time. From the opening swirling textures we sense the first hesitant sparks ofthought attempting to find form and coherence. This new machine comes fully awake possessed of emphatic self-determination and purpose. The Machine Awakes gives ensembles with a wide range of technical ability the opportunity to experience themeshed sound world of electronic sounds and acoustic instruments. The set comes with optional parts for more advanced players.