Noel is based on the famous English Carol The First Noel. The age of this song is not clear.Some scientists argue that this song is from early thirteenth century others say that it's from the sixteenth century. The first publication was in 'Christmas Carols Ancient and Modern' compiled by William B. Sandys. (London 1833). The exact origin is unknown. By Norman influences on the text with the result that the spelling of the song is not certified (Noel Nowell) an individual will claim that France is the home of this song but in general is assumed that the First Noel 'has been sung somewhere in England for the first time.

On S'Amuse Au Piano-A selection of original pieces arranged for the beginning student. Book 1 is for the primary level Book 2 elementary and Book 3 is for the intermediate level student. A selection of original pieces arranged for the beginning student. Book 1 is for the primary level Book 2 elementary and Book 3 is for the intermediate level student.

Cette pièce d’ouverture développe une énergie spectaculaire pour séduire le public par un jeu grandiose à tous les pupitres. Après une introduction formée d’accords épicés joués par les trompettes et trombones deux thèmes mélodiques sont exposés puis étoffés au fur et à mesure que progresse cette œuvre courte mais puissante.

This Gavotte et Tambourin by Belgian humanist composer François-Joseph Gossec has been transcribed for Flute and Piano by Pierre Paubon.

The idea behind The Groove Makers is that all musicians regardless of training or musical taste can play together if they all keep the same ‘groove.’ This inspired Peter Kleine Schaars to write a piece everyone would enjoy and to give the concert band a trendy ‘groove’ that the audience can really connect with.

This challenging yet satisfying anthem of praise is imbued with an almost Celtic aesthetic. The main theme is punctuated with interesting cross rhythms and delightful counter-tunes. A celebrative refrain offers a festive sequence of alleluias in full harmony and continues the call to praise text emphasis. The piano accompaniment sparkles and when combined with optional flute obbligato it dazzles. A solid choice for sanctuary or concert hall!

per Violoncello e pianoforte- Luigi Boccherini 's Six Sonatas For Cello . Contents: I. Sonata in La II. Sonata in Do III. Sonata in Sol IV. Sonata in Mib V. Sonata in Fa VI. Sonata in La

For The Fallen is an anthem of remembrance written for mezzo-soprano solo SATB choir and piano or organ with text taken from Laurence Binyon Wilfred Owen the Book of Isaiah and the Pascha Nostrum' hymn. It forms part of the Faber Choral Signature Series. The series introduces a wealth of new or recently written choral music to choirs in search of fresh repertoire. The series draws in a rich diversity of living composers and includes both lighter and more challenging contemporary works offering a thrilling array of varied styles.

The Yiddish word ‘Klezmer’ has been derived from the Old Hebrew words ‘Kley’ (tool instrument) and ‘Zemer’ (song singing making music). Klezmer is the traditional music of Jews from Eastern Europe.Yiddish musicians (Klezmorim) were regularly invited to come and play at Yiddish weddings as well as several other Jewish celebrations and festive occasions. Despite its close connection with traditional Eastern European folk music Klezmer music has succeeded in preserving its distinctive Jewish character. ‘Klezmer Discovery’ is a voyage of discovery through the richly varied music of the Jewish people from Eastern Europe. The introduction consists of anumber of motives from different traditional melodies (a Mitzve Tenzel and L’cha Dodi) followed by a melody in 3/8th time (Kandel’s Hora). This dance melody originally came from Bessarabia (present-day Moldavia) and was taken along to America by Jewish musicians round 1900. Subsequently ‘Der Terk in Amerika’ a composition by famous clarinet player Naftule Brandwein can be heard. A number of fast cheerful dance melodies (bulgars) form the finale of ‘Klezmer Discovery’ (Lebedyk un Freylekh Lomir sich iberbetn and Sherele).

And When the River Told was commissioned by the Scottish Brass Band Association for the Scottish Open Championship held on 20th November 2012 at the Perth Concert Hall. This colourful work takes one of Scotland's great rivers the Tay as its subject. Brass Band Grade 6: Championship. Duration: 13 Minutes.

The profound text of this anthem makes you think. The text by H. N. Fifer was ripe for interpretation and William Malpede has stretched it just right. The chords he uses pulls at the text and your heart in all the right places. The questions asked are poised in harmonic colors that move you to the core. Medium in difficulty.

The Resounding Passionate Heartbeat-This piece was commissioned by Japan Ground Self Defense Force Western Army Band. In the programme note for the première the composer wrote: “I am always impressed by the expansive earth and sparkling ocean scenery when I come to Kyushu. I have met many local people here and they are all expressive and energetic. I wrote this dramatic piece to convey to the whole of Japan the memory of my experience here swaying in the west wind. I wrote this hoping that the Self Defense Force will forge closer ties with the community through this piece.” Eastern drama felt in the west wind!

Variable wind quartet (with choir ad lib.)-Available parts: Part 1 Fl Ob Kl B/Es S-Sax Trp Part 2 Fl Cor Ang Kl B Alt-Kl A-Sax Trp Hrn Part 3 Alt-Kl T-Sax Fg Hrn Pos Euph Part 4 B-Kl B-Sax Fg Pos Euph Tuba Kb Opt. Timp Perc Mallets Choir (optional) Choir parts available separately Order number: DHP 1033482-050

Choral Medley-The passing of Phil Everly has reminded the world once again of the great rock and roll legacy of the Everly Brothers. Influencing groups from Simon and Garfunkel to the Beatles their signature harmonies and performances are timeless! Enjoy this 4-minute tribute of three of their hit songs: All I Have to Do Is Dream Bye Bye Love Wake Up Little Susie.

Written for Melinda Maxwell and the Orchestra of St. John's Smith Square to commemorate the orchestra's twenty first anniversary. the happy surprise of his Little Concert. . . beneath the graceful long lines and jig-like spurts of a solo part expressly written for Melinda Maxwell Maw finds time and space enough to draw quite long-range implications from his basic motif of a semitone plus a major third and to insert some of his special densely poetic harmonies. Bayan Northcott The Independent 6 June 1988. Scored for Oboe solo two Horns two Violins Viola Cello and Double Bass.

Riduzione per Organo-The Adagio In G Minor for strings and organ was composed by Remo Giazotto from two thematic drafts and a figured bass by Tomaso Albinoni.

In Full Score- Lyrical transmutations of Norwegian folk songs enliven these 6 orchestral works featured in Holberg Suite And Other Orchestral Works In Full Score .

The first performance of the Four Irish Dances was given by the Wren Orchestra conducted by Malcolm Arnold as part of the Leeds Castle Festival on 10th October 1987.

More Little Peppers' is the fourth book in a series of five. Each book is filled with fun jazz pieces that can be used both as pedagogical studies and as repertoire pieces. 'Little Peppers' is around Grade 4 standard and each of the pieces has been written with the young pianist in mind avoiding leaps that are difficult for small hands and incorporating relatively short lighthearted pieces. Technique is developed alongside musicality helping young players to move towards grade exams and the other books in the series.

This work is a special edition to mark John Cage's 100th Birthday! It includes all previously published versions of 4'33' - both typed and calligraphic versi as well as the edition in proportional notation created for Irwin Kremen to whom Cage had dedicated the piece.