Many directors express the need for more involved literature that is appropriate for holiday concerts. This excellent arrangement provides a wealth of teaching potential while staying well within the technical abilities of young musicians. A heroic fanfare subsides into a beautiful treatment of the melody that continues to evolve through several settings. A powerful conclusion makes this a must for your next program. Be sure to listen to this one! Many directors express the need for more involved literature that is appropriate for holiday concerts. This excellent arrangement provides a wealth of teaching potential while staying well within the technical abilities of young musicians. A heroic fanfare subsides into a beautiful treatment of the melody that continues to evolve through several settings. A powerful conclusion makes this a must for your next program. Be sure to listen to this one!

A wonderful medley containing 3 nursery rhymes. Includes Golden Slumbers Mary Mary and The Grand Old Duke of York.

Patricia Mock composes melodies and words that flow easily with passion and truth. This anthem celebrates Christ's sacrifice and love for us with that same flowing quality. Faye López has set it beautifully with a well-crafted piano part alternating melodies between the vocal parts and smart modulations. Excellent for Communion or Lent. Easy to Medium.

This unusual concert work commissioned by the concert band ?Harmonie Concorde? from Sanem in Luxembourg is built on two basic ideas: the evolution of the economic and social context of this Luxembourg city with its strong mining industry and the European concept which is clearly present in this very small but prosperous country with its many European institutes. This is musically expressed in a few quotes from the European hymn Ode to Joy the closing of Beethoven?s Ninth Symphony and from the Te Deum by Charpentier ? widely known as the signature tune for Eurovision broadcasts. A work of true unity.

Sonata for Guitar is a major work in three movements that features asymmetrical rhythms of world music impressionistic harmonies classical development and exciting virtuosity. --Scott Cmiel San Franscisco Classical Voice . Movement titles: I. Fiero II. Tranquillo III. Vivace. Edited and recorded by guitarrist Isaac Bustos (MSR 1581). Duration ca. 15' Sonata for Guitar is a major work in three movements that features asymmetrical rhythms of world music impressionistic harmonies classical development and exciting virtuosity. --Scott Cmiel San Franscisco Classical Voice . Movement titles: I. Fiero II. Tranquillo III. Vivace. Edited and recorded by guitarrist Isaac Bustos (MSR 1581). Duration ca. 15'

Beethoven's bagatelles are short compositions written over the span of the composer's lifetime from the early to the late periods. Ranging from easy to intermediate level these popular pieces display a wide variety of moods and musical ideas and are favourites with students and accomplished pianists alike. The Romantic era abounded in short compositions for piano: etudes serenades impromptus and other miniatures. Beethoven's term for his refined little piano gems was Kleinigkeiten — 'small things' — or bagatelles. Although the public expected symphonic abundance from a composer of his stature Beethoven was reputed to take particular satisfaction in the challengeof distilling his musical ideas into a concentrated form. Reprinted from authoritative editions this collection presents all 27 of the composer's bagatelles including the well-loved 'Für Elise.' Reprinted from authoritative editions.

Andrew Balent lends his arranging skills in this new patriotic salute for young band. A bright opening fanfare quickly moves into a lyrical treatment of America the Beautiful. After a brief restatement of the opening material the arrangement moves into Battle Hymn of the Republic. Fanfares in the brass punctuate the melody as the piece moves to a stirring conclusion. Andrew Balent lends his arranging skills in this new patriotic salute for young band. A bright opening fanfare quickly moves into a lyrical treatment of America the Beautiful. After a brief restatement of the opening material the arrangement moves into Battle Hymn of the Republic. Fanfares in the brass punctuate the melody as the piece moves to a stirring conclusion.

from 'Pictures at an Exhibition'-The Russian composer Modest Mussorgsky (1839-1881) was self-educated to a large extent but went on to become one of the ?Mighty Five? which also included Balakirev Cui Borodin and Rimsky-Korsakov. Today he is considered the innovator of Russian music par excellence. He composed Pictures at an Exhibition in 1874 inspired by ten pictures produced by his then recently deceased friend the Russian architect and artist Victor Hartmann. The French composer Maurice Ravel made an orchestration of Mussorgsky?s composition in 1922 which is now more well-known and more performed than the original piano suite. For his transcription of Pictures at an Exhibition Tohru Takahashimade use of the original piano composition by Mussorgsky. The Great Gate of Kiev issued here separately is probably the best known melody from this classical masterpiece.

Uses: General Memorial Scripture: Exodus 25:21-22; Psalm 27:5; Isaiah 25:3-4 Inspiring words from a classic sacred text are caressed with loveliness in this octavo. Emotive choral textures and vocal tessitura create adistinctive sound for choirs and the message of finding a calm retreat at the mercy seat of Christ will bring a tranquil comfort to all who hear it. Attention to the dynamic palette of this piece will ensure a memorable moment for all ensembles.

Henryk Wieniawski (né en 1835 à Lublin en Pologne et mort à Moscou en 1880) fut un jeune prodige du violon. À l’âge de huit ans il est admis au conservatoire de Paris. Quatre ans plus tard il y conclut brillamment son parcours musical. Sa carrière d’illustre virtuose du violon lui fait parcourir le monde sa vie durant. Henryk Wieniawski a également révélé un indéniable talent de compositeur mais son œuvre essentiellement consacrée au violon reste néanmoins limitée. En 1859 il compose la Légende en Sol mineur pour Violon et Orchestre Op. 17 . Dans cette version pour Orchestre d’Harmonie Wil van der Beek confie la partie soliste à la clarinette. L’instrumentiste peutpleinement mettre en valeur ses aptitudes techniques et sa musicalité.

Why wait to be a virtuoso to play Liszt? Melody Bober has taken the highlights from Liszt’s second Hungarian Rhapsody and crafted them into this dramatic ensemble arrangement. Primo and Secondo are both accessible to elementary/intermediate students while the sound remains grand. Captivating music that’s really fun to play—pair off and show off!

In the Choral Explorations jazz series for developing choirs this whimsical song from Simon & Garfunkel is a perfect introduction to style technique and blend.

By Bach Beethoven-This new gathering of the world's greatest classical themes follows Bergerac's highly successful My First Book Of Classical Music . Here are twenty-six ever popular themes from the symphonies concertos and operas of such masters as Bach Beethoven Brahms Mozart and many others in fun to play arrangements perfect for children and beginners of any age.

A collection of favourite melodies specially arranged for early-intermediate violin players- 10 Great Solos brings together ten favourite pieces specially arranged for early-intermediate players. Full of popular classical favourites it contains perfect material to play in both lessons and concerts and also in between graded exams. The CD contains demonstrations of all pieces.

Two classic hymns are set with beautiful harmonizations that will cause both singer and listener to reflect on the powerful texts. Includes: I Surrender All and I Need Thee Every Hour. Two classic hymns are set with beautiful harmonizations that will cause both singer and listener to reflect on the powerful texts. Includes: I Surrender All and I Need Thee Every Hour.

Sextet-3 Horns plus Rhythm (Grade 4-5) (Sulieman)

The Flex-It series has been devised to meet the varying needs of wind and/or brass groups. Colin Cowles has taken well loved melodies from the traditional and classical repertoire and arranged them into basic four part harmony. Each part can be performed by different instruments depending on the resources available. This allows mixed groups to play together in an ensemble situation without having to leave any players sitting on the sidelines! This music is ideal for developing ensemble skills such as listening to others and maintaining a constant tempo and the attractive arrangements are particularly suitable as concert material for schools or music groups. Contains: Deck theHalls Good King Wenceslas Away in A Manger Patapan and O Come All Ye Faithful.

What Child Fantasy uses two traditional Christmas melodies: the English folk song What Child is This? (Greensleeves) and the Russian Bell Song. Both are tunes written in the minor key which is somewhat unusual for such a joyous holiday as Christmas. A delightful new edition that will make an ideal addition to the Christmas repertoire for brass ensemble.

A fabulous way to showcase your clarinet section. This piece lies very well on the clarinet so it will not be difficult for your young musicians. David has scored this to work well with any beginning band instrumentation. Its catchy melody will have your audience humming the tune all the way home. A great change of pace for your concert! A fabulous way to showcase your clarinet section. This piece lies very well on the clarinet so it will not be difficult for your young musicians. David has scored this to work well with any beginning band instrumentation. Its catchy melody will have your audience humming the tune all the way home. A great change of pace for your concert!

The story of the manger in Bethlehem is told through a percussive text of “no room” and easy four-part a cappella writing. The rhythmic setting can be performed with musical finesse and makes a terrific selection for young voices learningunaccompanied singing.