Jamaica is an island in the Caribbean. In 1494 it was discovered by Christopher Columbus who used it as private property until 1509. After some skirmishes it fell under British rule and the sugar trade on the island flourished. After the abolition of slavery in 1834 it was only granted Home Rule in 1944 but it remained a member of the British Commonwealth of Nations. Whereas the export of cane sugar used to be Jamaica’s main export product for many years nowadays music has taken over this role. At first American music used to be very popular on the island. Later however Jamaican musicians started to experiment and thus in the end created their ownmusical style called Reggae. Well-known Reggae musicians are Bob Marley and Peter Tosh. The most important instruments used in Reggae are the bass and the drums. Together they form the base for the style: the riddim. A bass drum accent on the second and fourth beat are characteristic of a typically reggae drum beat. To this syncopic patterns are often added. The rhythm guitarist plays chords in a characteristic Reggae rhythm not on but between the beats.

Probably best known as the theme to the BBC Horse of the Year Show this ebullient tune by Mozart remains a firm favourite with musicians and audiences alike.

Robert DeCormier adds his distinctive touch to this fun number written by Songwriters Hall of Fame member Oscar Brand.Available separately: SATB. Performance Time: Approx. 3:00.

An attractive arrangement of the famous Goddard melody for soloist and band.

Looking for an accessible jazzy piece with a sound that “grooves”? Look no further. Movin’ On takes closed-position syncopated chords (often simple triads) and adds a moving bass line to create some more advanced harmonies. Easy to follow but sounds like improvisation! Makes a pleasant introduction to light rock ’n roll for piano. Looking for an accessible jazzy piece with a sound that “grooves”? Look no further. Movin’ On takes closed-position syncopated chords (often simple triads) and adds a moving bass line to create some more advanced harmonies. Easy to follow but sounds like improvisation! Makes a pleasant introduction to light rock ’n roll for piano.

Your singers will love rehearsing and performing this rhythmic celebration based on traditional African music. Layered vocal lines call and response and the vitality of the conga claves and djembe will bring freshness and energy to your concert!

A delightful collection of well-known classical tunes arranged for pianists with little playing experience.

Give your young choir a chance to shine with this well-crafted arrangement. The popular sea chantey is accompanied by a rollicking piano part that enhances the easy vocal lines.

Based on passages from the Psalms this energetic anthem maintains a joyous feel throughout. Perfect for use all year long. The optional triangle part will add nicely to the effectiveness and energy.

This solo piano edition of Tchaikovsky's masterful Christmas Ballet offers pianists the opportunity to enjoy such favourites as The Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy and The Waltz of the Flowers . Entirely faithful to Tchaikovsky's brilliant original score this delightful arrangement by Sergey Taneyev and the composer himself renders the complete ballet in a style both idiomatic to the piano and specially designed to be relatively easy to play. Here are all the movements from the beloved Suite along with the rest of this holiday favourite in an authoritative edition suitable for performers rehearsal pianists and all admirers of Tchaikovsky's art.

Features a catchy primo melody with a steady rhythmic secondo accompaniment. One piano four hands. Haunted yet light-hearted duet that's perfect for halloween recitals.

The Ukulele Playlist: The Black Book includes 30 classic rock songs especially arranged for the ukulele from artists such as Green Day Whitesnake Nirvana Black Sabbath The Kinks Queen Spinal Tap and many more including full lyrics strumming patterns and ukulele chord diagrams.

For two Eb or Bb Saxophones-This series of duet books are ideal for learning whilst having fun in lessons. Volume 2 introduces a wider compass and key range.

Willing and Able (“Enthousiastes et volontaires”) est une marche écrite dans un style choral qui exploite pleinement les couleurs et le caractère de l’orchestre. Willing and Able est une pièce universelle.

Romantic Portraits is a reflective collection of romantic style pieces that evoke serene impressions. Long legato lines and flowing accompaniment patterns enable the student to exercise the use of rubato and express the lyrical qualities inherent to romantic style music. Romantic Portraits is a reflective collection of romantic style pieces that evoke serene impressions. Long legato lines and flowing accompaniment patterns enable the student to exercise the use of rubato and express the lyrical qualities inherent to romantic style music.

Rock My Soul is a gospel song that has a worldwide reputation. Ben Christon has added a new spirit to the composition. The solo in the beginning can be performed by various types of instruments.

Most recently recorded by Clay Aiken this contemporary carol has continued to grow in popularity. Equally suited for use in school or church this well-crafted a cappella arrangement is sure to be the highlight of any concert. Absolutely stunning! Available for SATB and SSAA a cappella. Most recently recorded by Clay Aiken this contemporary carol has continued to grow in popularity. Equally suited for use in school or church this well-crafted a cappella arrangement is sure to be the highlight of any concert. Absolutely stunning!Available separately: SATB and SSAA a cappella.

2010/14-This set of inventive and hugely contrasting Études for solo violin were written between 2010 and 2014 the last two as commissions from the London Sinfonietta. The final piece in this 8-minute collection is the most unusual: serene and meditative it utilises a novel technique by which the player sustains hushed three-note chords. This set of inventive and hugely contrasting études for solo violin were written between 2010 and 2014 the last two as commissions from the London Sinfonietta. The final piece in this 8-minute collection is the most unusual: serene and meditative it utilises a novel technique by which the player sustains hushed three-note chords.

The Scottish composer Bruce Fraser has always devoted himself to educational music. In this composition in which his love for Scotland can be heard again he has clearly considered the possibilities of the orchestra. A delightful concert piece which can be performed well by beginning bands.

30 very easy duets for violin- Tunes for Two features new duets together with arrangements of famous melodies from around the World. This collection can be used on it’s own however it also makes very good supplementary material to work alongside both volumes of the method book Play the Violin ! Initially only the open strings come into play with use of the first three finger patterns following later. Only the first position is used and both parts are of about the same standard.