This evocative work employs a number of sonic and stylistic devices from Japanese traditional music: pentatonic harmony vocal slides portamentos and ornamentation derived from Buddhist chant and ancient Japanese court music aswell as textures that define a sense of stasis and suspended time. Alone beside the river of birds near the stream's upland source I wait and watch beside a bridge of stones.... Performance Time: Approx. 8:20

From country artist Brad Paisley this crossover hit is tailor-made for band. Brad's original recording (as well as the clever video) features a school marching band playing the chorus. Guaranteed fun!

Composed in 2010 by Richard Rodney Bennett to words translated by J.B. Trend (1887-1958) from ‘The Oxford Book Of Carols’.

A fairly easy song of young love suitable for secondary chorus

Here's the 1963 pop hit by Martha and the Vandellas in a supercharged SSA showchoir chart that's hot hot hot! Available: SSA ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.Here's the 1963 pop hit by Martha and the Vandellas in a supercharged SSA showchoir chart that's hot hot hot! Available: SSA ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 2:30.

Edvard Grieg's dedication to spring is not a straight evocation of the new season but treats spring as a passionate emotional outpouring perhaps ready to thaw after the hardness of winter.

Great performers have proven that the viola can be successfully used for playing not only classic music but also symphonic or chamber music from the classical romantic or modern 36 period just as well as any other musical instrument. No longer is the contemporary repertoire considered unfit for the viola. This collection contains music which has been adapted and arranged especially for the viola. Ideal for the beginning player it focuses on simple well known melodies which are both easy and enjoyable. The arranger has carefully chosen the best keys for viola and therefore many songs are not in the keys in which they were originally written. A number ofother adaptations have also been introduced to make the music more suitable for performance on the viola. The structure of the music has not been altered. The selections in the beginning of this book use more the treble clef than alto clef making them easier for beginners and violinists transferring to viola. The piano accompaniment is available as a free download. Great performers have proven that the viola can be successfully used for playing not only classic music but also symphonic or chamber music from the classical romantic or modern 36 period just as well as any other musicalinstrument. No longer is the contemporary repertoire considered unfit for the viola. This collection contains music which has been adapted and arranged especially for the viola. Ideal for the beginning player itfocuses on simple well known melodies which are both easy and enjoyable. The arranger has carefully chosen the best keys for viola and therefore many songs are not in the keys in which they were originally written. A number ofother adaptations have also been introduced to make the music more suitable for performance on the viola. The structure of the music has not been altered. The selections in the beginning of this book use more the treble clef thanalto clef making them easier for beginners and violinists transferring to viola. The piano accompaniment is available as a free download.

This is the third installment of the musical collections celebrating African American historical figures. Chronicling the lives and achievements of four famous African American musicians this collection contains songs that may beused individually or performed together with the rhyming script creating a mini-musical. Along with reproducible parts there are learning activities and games for each musician and with the rhyming narratives that precede eachsong memorizing facts becomes a snap! The songs are short and reflect the style of each musician: Scott Joplin W.C. Handy Duke Ellington Ella Fitzgerald. Choreography by Greg Gilpin is also included.

When Will Messiah Come?-A new interpretation for a classic carol this is an unforgettable offering for Advent observances. In this present version the text focuses on the longing for a deliverer and the bittersweet qualities of the music are perfectly suited for this message of yearning.

Barrett Call The Baby Jesus Sa(T)b

Paul Baloche and Brenton Brown have teamed up to bring us this song creating an atmosphere expectant of God's presence. And when we see Him we find strength to face the day. Hosanna! He is the God who saves us. Orchestrationincludes score and parts for Flute 1 2 Oboe Clarinet 1 2 Trumpet 1 2 3 Horn 1 2 (Alto Sax) Trombone 1 2 (Tenor Sax/Baritone TC) Trombone 3/Tuba Percussion 1 2 Drums Harp Rhythm Violin 1 2 Viola (Clarinet 3) Cello/Bassoon (Bass Clarinet) String Bass and Keyboard String Reduction. CD Accompaniment Trax also available. Duration: Approx. 5:35

Mexcian-born composer Daniel Catan now resides in the United States. He originally composed Encantamiento for two alto recorders (50484728/$8.95). The composer has made two new versions of this haunting music.Catan has written extensively for the voice and his lyrical gift is apparent in his instrumental work as well.Mexcian-born composer Daniel Catan now resides in the United States. He originally composed Encantamiento for two alto recorders (50484728/$8.95). The composer has made two new versions of this haunting music.Catan has written extensively for the voice and his lyrical gift is apparent in his instrumental work as well.

A beautiful anthem setting of this well-loved hymn

Contents: Sonata Op. 4 œ Sonata Op. 35 œ Sonata Op. 58. Edited and fingered by Carl Mikuli.

Orchestral Snare Drumming is a selection of short musical etudes that will teach the basics of Snare Drumming. Also included is a special duet supplement. Orchestral Snare Drumming is a selection of short musical etudes that will teach the basics of Snare Drumming. Also included is a special duet supplement.

This introductory-level book provides an overview of fingerstyle techniques for the guitarist who may not be familiar with the classical/fingerstyle technique or who just wants to learn more. The first few chapters discuss some basic techniques and how to approach these techniques while developing good habits and correcting or avoiding the development of bad habits. The later sections focus on some basic repertoire from the classical and fingerstyle traditions and will implement the techniques learned in the previous chapters. Written in notation and tablature. Includes access to online audio.This introductory-level book provides an overview of fingerstyle techniques for the guitarist who may not be familiar with the classical/fingerstyle technique or who just wants to learn more. The first few chapters discuss somebasic techniques and how to approach these techniques while developing good habits and correcting or avoiding the development of bad habits. The later sections focus on some basic repertoire from the classical and fingerstyletraditions and will implement the techniques learned in the previous chapters. Written in notation and tablature.

John Jacob Niles well-known as a folklorist and traditional music performer composed this tender setting now arranged for mixed and treble choirs. Available for SATB SAB and SA. Performance Time: Approx. 4:30. John Jacob Niles well-known as a folklorist and traditional music performer composed this tender setting now arranged for mixed and treble choirs. Available for SATB SAB and SA. Performance Time: Approx. 4:30.

Texts by Philip Larkin and William Carlos Williams. Premiered by Anthony Dean Griffey at Zankel Hall in New York City on October 23 2004 with the composer at the piano. 9 minutes. A spectacular set of songs by distinguished and versatile composer Andre Previn. These four songs for Tenor and Piano are based on texts by Philip Larkin and William Carlos Williams. The feeling and depth of emotion captured bythese authors is only emphasised and exaggerated by Previn’s masterful composition at times flowing and airy then sad and reflective. The work was written for and premiered by Anthony Dean Griffey at Zankel Hall in NewYork City on October 23 2004 with the composer at the Piano.

Here is a bold and adventurous overture that works great as a concert opener. Reminiscent of an epic film score this original composition features dynamic brass fanfares sweeping woodwind lines and a wealth of stylistic andemotional variety. Impressive writing for mature groups. (Grade 4) (4:25) Here is a bold and adventurous overture that works great as a concert opener. Reminiscent of an epic film score this original composition features dynamic brass fanfares sweeping woodwind lines and a wealth of stylistic andemotional variety. Impressive writing for mature groups. (Grade 4) (4:25)

Here's one of the great bebop tunes of all time from jazz great Sonny Rollins. Mark's medium up-tempo chart features both tenor saxes and swings like crazy.