The Three Nocturnes in this collection were selected because they are technically the easiest to play and they should be quite accessible to most intermediate students. For teachers who are looking for pathway literature to the Chopin Nocturnes these Three Nocturnes by Field are not only an excellent introduction to the romantic style but also masterworks in their own right. The Three Nocturnes in this collection were selected because they are technically the easiest to play and they should be quite accessible to most intermediate students. For teachers who are looking for pathway literature to the Chopin Nocturnes these Three Nocturnes by Field are not only an excellent introduction to the romantic style but also masterworks in their own right.

GILBERTO JOAO BIM-BOM (ARR SHAW KIRBY) SAB CHORAL

No. 4 Simple Gifts (Shaker Song)- A wonderful 2-Part arrangement for men's or women's choir of this wonderful Shaker Song.

Later Elementary Level-Description: Picture a large circle of couples dancing when playing this piece. They are dressed in brightly-colored costumes as they dance around the circle. Purpose: This later elementary composition was written so a student may enjoy playing in a steady rhythm with accents and an occasional surprise place for lively finger work. Suggestions for Instruction: Before the student begins to play this selection have the student notice that every line is repeated. Each line is a short dance and each dance grows a little more complicated than the previous one. The rhythm is steady and bold throughout the piece until reaching line F where the tempo increases. On line G (the lastdance) both the tempo and volume increase to the end. Key: D Dorian Description: Picture a large circle of couples dancing when playing this piece. They are dressed in brightly-colored costumes as they dance around the circle. Purpose: This later elementary composition was written so a student may enjoy playing in a steady rhythm with accents and an occasional surprise place for lively finger work. Suggestions for Instruction: Before the student begins to play this selection have the student notice that every line is repeated. Each line is a short dance and each dance grows a little more complicated than the previous one. The rhythm is steady and bold throughout the piece until reaching line F where the tempo increases. On line G (thelastdance) both the tempo and volume increase to the end. Key: D Dorian

This energetic piece is highlighted by delightful rhythms and accessible 5ths. Open and blocked 5ths move easily in tandem in the A sections and coda while a singing minor melody in the B section provides an exciting contrast. Sure to be a big hit at recitals! This energetic piece is highlighted by delightful rhythms and accessible 5ths. Open and blocked 5ths move easily in tandem in the A sections and coda while a singing minor melody in the B section provides an exciting contrast. Sure to be a big hit at recitals!

Cute lyrics accompany this elementary piece about a boy who makes a mess of himself on school picture day. Cute lyrics accompany this elementary piece about a boy who makes a mess of himself on school picture day.

This accessible solo is a great introduction to the sounds of the Impressionist composers. Provides an opportunity to explore a variety of nuances with timbre texture range and pedal effects. This accessible solo is a great introduction to the sounds of the Impressionist composers. Provides an opportunity to explore a variety of nuances with timbre texture range and pedal effects.

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12 of the year's hottest hits presented in accurate tab transcriptions. Includes: Bang Bang (Green Day) Dark Necessities (Red Hot Chili Peppers) King of the World (Weezer) Love on the Weekend (John Mayer) Send My Love (To Your New Lover) (Adele) This Town (Niall Horan) and more. 12 of the year's hottest hits presented in accurate tab transcriptions. Includes: Bang Bang (Green Day) Dark Necessities (Red Hot Chili Peppers) King of the World (Weezer) Love on the Weekend (John Mayer) Send My Love (To Your New Lover) (Adele) This Town (Niall Horan) and more.

Zeller's operetta about Adam the bird seller and his fiancée Christel became his most successful work for the operetta stage. This is the vocal score for the full stage work with a Piano reduction of the Orchestral score.

P/V/G-All the songs from the best-selling album: Beautiful Day * Discotheque * The Fly * Gone * The Hands That Built America * Hold Me Thrill Me Kiss Me Kill Me * Mysterious Ways * One * Staring at the Sun * Stay * Stuck in a MomentYou Can't Get Out Of * Until the End of the World * more. Includes fantastic photos.P/V/G. All the songs from the best-selling album: Beautiful Day · Discotheque · The Fly · Gone · The Hands That Built America · Hold Me Thrill Me Kiss Me Kill Me · Mysterious Ways · One · Staring at the Sun · Stay · Stuck in a Moment You Can't Get Out Of · Until the End of the World · more. Includes fantastic photos.

Fantaisie A major Cantabile H major Pièce héroïque H min

Mark Taylor's arrangement of this classic early composition from Chick Corea starts with the saxes playing the rubato opening followed by a moderate tempo Latin/rock groove. The main theme is stated first by a front line of alto tenor and trumpet before the entire ensemble gets into the act. Solos are included for trumpet and piano.

This setting of Billy Preston's #1 hit from 1973 is a fun and funky salute to the past. A great choral showcase it's perfect for choreography! Duration: ca. 2:40. Available separately: SATB SAB SSA ShowTrax CD Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1 tpt 2 tsx tbn gtr b dm).

Instrumental Play-Along-15 selections of some of J.S. Bach's most treasured compositions in accessible arrangements for budding instrumentalists with online demo and backing tracks for download or streaming with the popular Playback + features allowing the player to adjust pitch change keys slow down audio and more. Pieces include Adagio Bist Du Bei Mir Bourrée in E Minor Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring Minuet in G Major Polonaise in G Minor Sheep May Safely Graze Sleepers Awake (Wachet Auf) and more. 15 selections of some of J.S. Bach's most treasured compositions in accessible arrangements for budding instrumentalists with online demo and backing tracks for download or streaming with the popular Playback + features allowing the player to adjust pitch change keys slow down audio and more. Pieces include Adagio Bist Du Bei Mir Bourrée in E Minor Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring Minuet in G Major Polonaise in G Minor Sheep May Safely Graze Sleepers Awake (Wachet Auf) and more.

Anthology of African-American Spirituals-The history of the African American people was one of physical hardship and emotional anguish yet the music arising from this struggle - the spiritual - was one of deeply-felt emotion. This collection of spirituals arranged by Rene Boyer-Alexander for voices and Orff instruments is much more than a mere song collection. It is a chronicle of expression that will enrich and uplift both children and adults in classrooms choirs communitygatherings and churches. In three volumes or one complete edition it includes arrangements of over 55 songs historical background suggested program uses and cultural connections. Available: Volume I Volume II VolumeIII Complete Edition. For all ages.The history of the African American people was one of physical hardship and emotional anguish yet the music arising from this struggle - the spiritual - was one of deeply-felt emotion. This collection of spirituals arranged by Rene Boyer-Alexander for voices and Orff instruments is much more than a mere song collection. It is a chronicle of expression that will enrich and uplift both children and adults in classrooms choirs communitygatherings and churches. In three volumes or one complete edition it includes arrangements of over 55 songs historical background suggested program uses and cultural connections. Available: Volume I Volume II VolumeIII Complete Edition. For all ages.

From Barry Manilow's 1987 album Swing Street this hot Latin classic drew on the talents of Kid Creole and the Coconuts and makes a superb feature for vocal jazz and show choirs! Super feature for Latin percussion and choreography! Available separately: SATB SAB SSA ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available as a digital download (tpt 1-2 tsx tbn gtr b dm). Duration: 2:45.

The golden colours of a summer sunset and the depth of human feelings are the basis of this simple and lovely song by Sting in a gently undulating setting for unaccompanied mixed voices. Stunning! The golden colours of a summer sunset and the depth of human feelings are the basis of this simple and lovely song by Sting in a gently undulating setting for unaccompanied mixed voices. Stunning!

Traditional British Carol-The Apple Tree Wassail comes from the cider country of Devon and Somerset where it might be sung in the orchards or at the farmer's door. Wassail comes from the Anglo-Saxon wes hael - to be healthy. Traditional British carol arranged for treble voices in three parts (SSA). The Apple Tree Wassail comes from the cider country of Devon and Somerset where it might be sung in the orchards or at the farmer's door. Wassail comes from the Anglo-Saxon wes hael - to be healthy.

Spiritual-Arranged with a simple and accessible vocal accompaniment that enhances the intense hope expressed in the text and melody. Stepwise contrapuntal melodic phrases and repeated harmonic patterns provide a carpet of vocal sounds for the inspiring melody. Builds to an effective climax in the coda with an unexpected harmonic turn. SSSS. Taylor-howell S