Bach was a forceful original composer whose legacy influenced almost all western music and he was also a dedicated student of the keyboard. Always exploring new ways to share his knowledge of the instrument and Bach worked to ensure that the novice keyboardist would use the proper technique. This is a collection of some of the simpler more accessible pieces that help foster correct technique yet presents all of the melodic beauty and harmonic sophistication for which Bach is known.

This series contains all of the pieces from Volumes 1 and 2 of the Suzuki Violin School arranged for three violins. The pieces can be played with or without piano accompaniment which expands their performance possibilities. Another advantage is that students at different playing and reading levels can make music together. The score contains a chart that lists the level of difficulty of each piece and each part so that the teacher can easily assign parts. All of the parts were purposely kept as simple as possible and a table listing the reading skills required for each piece is found in the back of the violin 2 and violin 3 books. Suzuki Violin SchoolVolume 1 (order code IMP90021) serves as the violin 1 part.

Bach's suites are considered the most artistic and profound keyboard music ever written. The six suites bearing the nickname - French Suites - are considered the most lyrical and pleasurable to the ear. They are also the least technically demanding.

Second Piano Accompaniments-These books are to be used with the corresponding volumes of the Suzuki Piano School to produce duet or duo versions of the pieces in the original series. Volume 1 titles include: Allegro * Chant Arabe * Christmas Day Secrets * Clair de Lune * French Children's Song * Go Tell Aunt Rhody * Goodbye to Winter * The Honeybee * London Bridge * Long Long Ago * Lightly Row (Alberti Bass) * Little Playmates * Mary Had a Little Lamb * Musette * Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Variations and more.

'You Are The New Day' written for Soprano Alto Tenor and Bass.

A selection of Christmas Carols and Traditional Classics with Backing CD. This instrumental series is arranged for Flute Trumpet Clarinet Alto Saxophone Tenor Saxophone Horn in F and Trombone. The separate instrumental parts can be used alone with the CD or in any combination.

A collection of 11 songs arranged for the instrumentalist arranged by Carl Strommen. For the instrumentalist wanting to play in a jazz style. Jazz-style Arrangements with a Variation. Piano Accompaniment available: IMP0710B

Broadway by Special Arrangement is a collection of eleven songs arranged for the instrumentalist wanting to play in a Jazz style -without the need to learn to improvise. This volume contains the Piano accompaniments only for all of the solo instrument books. The 'classically' trained amateur or professional performer or the intermediate-level student (III-IV) will enjoy playing these expertly arranged Broadway melodies just for fun or to include as a light piece on a recital or solo-feature concert performance. The ballads and medium to up-tempo swing tunes are arranged with a play-through of the melody followed by a written-out 'variation chorus a returnto the melody and an ear catching ending. The three-line piano accompaniment book provides a rhythmic 'comping' with chord voicings written out plus the flute part to help in following the soloist or even for the pianist to take a chorus. For the jazzer here is a chance to learn Broadway tunes and to explore playing ballads and the swing style of popular standards. Chord symbols are included to allow for improvisation. By combining his jazz-keyboard chops his 25 years as an instrumental instructor and his superb composing and arranging skills Carl Strommen presents a fully playable exciting and tastefully arranged collection of these immortal and memorable Broadway titles.

Six captivating duets for intermediate pianists that en compass a variety of styles and moods including some ragtime and the blues. Both the primo and secondo parts are weritten at an equal level of difficulty so find a partner and let these wonderful pieces add variety and fun to your musical experiences.

24 short pieces in all keys- Lyric Preludes is an introduction to the whole Romantic period -- from Chopin and Schumann to Brahms and Debussy. Like Chopin Gillock has written 24 preludes featuring all major and minor keys. But his preludes aren't just imitations of other composer's styles they are valid original works. An essential book for all pianists.

This dramatic work by Sally Albrecht carries an inspirational message about friendship and about how through working together we can all achieve wonderful things. A stirring text combined with solid choral writing make I Am A Small Part Of The World an ideal choice for concerts and festivals. Perfect for massed choirs or for any size choir this emotive piece full of strength power and determination starts small builds and then ends quietly: ' I am a small part of the world. Take my hand .'

Julie Knowles' SSA setting of this Old Irish air has become a classic. Now you can also perform this expressive arrangement with your mixed and 2-part choir. Lush harmonic choral writing - Knowles at her very best.

This book is part of an instrumental series written specially for Violin Viola and Cello. The arrangements are completely compatible with each other and can be played together or as solos. The CD includes complete demonstration tracks for all the songs followed by a play-along accompaniment track.

Bach married the young Anna Magdalena in 1721. For her 24th birthday Bach presented her with a beatuiful elaborate notebook. Over the years the notebook was filled with favourite selections of members of the Bach family many in Anna's handwriting. The simplicity and accessibility of the pieces do not undermine their melodic beauty or harmonic sophistication making them an excellent choice for the introduction of Baroque music to young musicians.

A selection of Christmas Carols and Traditional Classics with Backing CD. This instrumental series is arranged for Flute Trumpet Clarinet Alto Saxophone Tenor Saxophone Horn in F and Trombone. The separate instrumental parts can be used alone with the CD or in any combination.

selections from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban-This title contains the two new themes composed by John Williams for the third film in the popular saga. The themes are arranged for Trombone soloist with a full Piano accompaniment suitable for an intermediate pianist or teacher. A fully orchestrated accompaniment is also included with the enclosed CD allowing rehearsal or performance with the full power of Williams' arrangements.

This is a choral arrangement of this popular song for SATB Choir with Piano Accompaniment and optional Guitar Bass and Drums. The lyrics and revised music to this song are by George David Weiss Hugo Peretti and Luigi Creatore. This version has been skillfully arranged by Jeff Funk. The optional drum part is also notated separately at the end of this score.

Keys to Stylistic Mastery teaches the basic principles of the five stylistic periods (Baroque Classical Romantic Impressionist and Contemporary) to piano students. The pieces were chosen to provide a helpful transition from method books to the classics. Composer Dennis Alexander has written at least one piece in the style of each period. Information about each style period listing selected composers keyboard instruments and typical forms precedes the music from that period. Brief biographies of all composers represented are included.

Designed to provide you with additional material for reading enjoyment and recital

Solos For Young Cellists is an eight-volume series of music compilations with companion CDs. The series ranges from elementary to advanced levels and represents a truly exciting variety of musical genres and techniques. This collection of wonderful music offers young cellists the opportunity to work in various positions techniques meters keys and musical styles. Many of the works have long been recognized as stepping stones to the major instrumental repertoire while others are newly published pieces and original compositions providing an exciting and diverse choice of study. The collection will become a valuable resource for teachers and studentsof all ages and levels. The Piano track recorded on the second half of each CD (available seperately) gives the cellist the chance to practice performing with accompaniments. The companion CD to Volume 5 is 00-24482.