After the introduction in which the landscape of Groningen with its beautiful wide views is presented follows five variations based on the 13th-century Gregorian theme Dies Irae that is attributed to Thomas van Celano. Each variation can be seen as a stage or a scene in the rich history of the village of Grijpskerk making this work a very exciting and expressive piece of music for a contest or a concert.

for SATB with divisions and piano This secular text written by Edgar Allen Poe is fanciful calling into question whether reality is a dream or even a dream within a dream. The music is lush and has a subtle hint of popular harmonies alongside well-written choral lines and an accessible piano part. This would be perfect material for a good secondary school choir. This secular text written by Edgar Allen Poe is fanciful calling into question whether reality is a dream or even a dream within a dream. The music is lush and has a subtle hint of popular harmonies alongside well-written choral lines and an accessible piano part. This would be perfect material for a good secondary school choir.

26 Trios That Can Be Played by Any Combination Of String Instruments-Chamber music is an essential part of learning to play an instrument and these versatile trios are written so that they can be performed by any combination of three string instruments. These arrangements and compositions by prominent string pedagogue Doris Gazda will sound full and satisfying whether they are played by only three instruments or a full string orchestra. The selection of music in Progressive Trios for Strings covers a wide variety of musical styles that will provide hours of enjoyment and performance options. For example the collection includes an arrangement of the Bridal Chorus from the opera Lohengrin a perfect piece to play at a wedding. The trios areprogressively organized by level of difficulty as the performers advance in their skills. A welcome addition to the repertoire for all string players wishing to build their ensemble skills. These versatile trios are written so that they can be performed by any combination of three string instruments. With books available for Violin Cello Viola and Bass there will always be an opportunity to play no matter what instruments are available! The arrangements and compositions by prominent string pedagogue Doris Gazda will sound full and satisfying with only three players all the way up to a full string orchestra. The music selection covers a wide variety of musical styles that will provide hours of enjoyment and performance options. There is even an arrangement of the 'Bridal Chorus' from the opera Lohengrin should you have the opportunity to play at awedding! The trios are progressively organized by level of difficulty to enable the performers to gradually advance in skill.

El Retablo De Maese Pedro was one of most beautiful works of the widely-known Spanish composer Manuel of Falla. The artist who was a friend of Picasso Stravinsky of Ravel and Poulenc created El Retablo De Maese Pedro in 1923for the countess of Polignac.

Sergei Prokofiev's Sonate No. 2 Op.94 In D for Flute and Piano.

Dmitry Kabalevsky's Concerto No. 2 Op.77 for Cello and Piano.

The Golden Pass is a rail line in the Swiss Alps that connects Montreux located by Lake Geneva to Lucerne in central Switzerland. This composition echoes the thoughts and feelings of a passenger who watches the changing landscapes he observes on this journey: green meadows full of grazing cows and traditional chalets beautiful mountain lakes waterfalls and mountain tops including the scenic Brüning Pass. Is this real or just a dream? We may never know!

for SATB solo violin (or flute) and organ This charming melody is a refreshing alternative to Franck's setting of the same text taken from Sacris Solemniis and written by St Thomas Aquinas. The work is appropriate for multiple denominations and includes an English singing translation. The violin/flute part is included in the back of the vocal score. This charming melody is a refreshing and beautiful alternative to César Franck's setting of the same text taken from Sacris Solemniis and written by St. Thomas Aquinas. The inclusion of the Violin adds something special to the texture. This work is appropriate for multiple denominations and includes an English singing translation. The violin part is included in the back of the vocal score. For SATB solo Violin (or Flute) and Organ.

Soprano with Piano Trio-Recorded by Lauren Skuce and the Apollo Trio

Let your brass band play the blues. This inivotive work makes use of traditional blues harmonies over a strong rock beat. The cornets carry the melody first but this is soon taken over by a solo percussion break. The piece also makes use of mixed time signiatures where the whole band plays the blues scale in an uneaven seven beats!

Magnificat And Nunc Dimittis transposed into F Minor from the original key of E Minor. Arranged for mixed voice choir with Organ accompaniment.

Claude Debussy (1862-1918) was a French composer who is often associated with the early Impressionist movement. He is best known for his evocative Piano compositions from which these Two Pieces For ClarinetAnd Piano have been transcribed. The Golliwog’s Cakewalk is taken from a suite of works inspired by Debussy’s daughter and her toys. The cakewalk was a popular dance in the 1890’s and 1900’s andis reflected in the syncopated ragtime style. The Girl With Flaxen Hair is taken from Debussy’s first book of preludes. Its title character is inspired by a poem about a Scottish maiden who is supposed tosymbolise tranquillity and simplicity – aspects which are reflected in both the melody and harmony.

The third volume of the Heifetz Collection is a treasure trove of material for violinists including many items that have never been published before. Jascha Heifetz (1901-1987) remains a landmark among violinists of the twentieth century a performer who virtually redefined the limits of the possible for his chosen instrument. These transcriptions and arrangements made to enrich his repertoire will be a great boon to young virtuosos looking for a challenge. Many of them were provided by the Heifetz family and are published here. Music by Albeniz (Sevilla) Castenuovo-Tedesco (Ritmo di Tango) Debussy ( La chevelure) Fauré (Aubade) Kodaly (Danube-Tisza) Prokofieff(Gavotta Op. 32) among others are included in this handsome collection which is a must purchase for players and lovers of fine violin music.

Throughout the years composers have found inspiration for their works in simple folk melodies. Tchaikovsky loved Russian folk music all his life. Whilst composing his 2nd symphony he was inspired by farmers’ songs that fascinated him during a stay in Kamenka (near Kiev). He composed this symphony in 1872/73 and used the melody from the song The Stork as the main theme for the Finale. James Curnow’s transcription of this 19th century masterpiece allows you to bring your contest or concert performance to a fitting Finale.

Guy Morançon Sonatine pour piano et violoncelle Oeuvre composée en 1950. Durée : cc 8'

Instrumental Play-Along-10 songs from the latest live action hit movie adaptation of the Disney classic Beauty and the Beast arranged for instrumentalists. 10 songs from the latest live action hit movie adaptation of the Disney classic Beauty and the Beast arranged for instrumentalists. Each book features online access to audio demonstration tracks for download or streaming to help you hear how the song should sound. Songs include Aria Be Our Guest Beauty and the Beast Belle Days in the Sun Evermore Gaston How Does a Moment Last Forever The Mob Song and Something There.

For SATB Choir A Cappella. Edited by Patrick Little.

for SATB unaccompanied Jerry Rubino's The Star-Spangled Banner for SATB unaccompanied.

Garnet To Garnet for female Voice Percussion and Guitar was composed by Bent Sørensen in 1985. Garnet To Garnet for female Voice Percussion and Guitar was composed by Bent Sørensen in 1985. GARNET TO GARNET for female voice Guitar and Percussion (1985) Text by William Shakespeare and Emily Dickinson

À partir de 776 avant J.-C. et pendant plus d’un millénaire les Jeux Olympiques antiques ont eu lieu dans le site sacré d’Olympie en Grèce. L’année 1896 voit la renaissance de l’olympisme. Le baron Pierre de Coubertin organise les premiers Jeux modernes à Athènes. En 1996 Atlanta célèbre avec faste le centenaire des Jeux. James Curnow compose à la demande du Comité Olympique d’Atlanta cette œuvre brillante idéale pour débuter un concert.