The source of inspiration for Thailand Impressions was a trip that the composer made to the magnificent country of Thailand. The three movements reflect the many different aspects of this fascinating part of the world including Bangkok - both modern and antique Buddhist temples and the infamous Burma railway.

This volume of easy duets offer a vast array of practice and performance material. The duets have been carefully composed and arranged to tie in with the Look Listen and Learn method books although they can equally well be used separately. Titles in Book 1 include: The Echo Well Loudspeaker Software Beret Boogie Taxi Rag Space Rock and many more.

This volume accompanies volume 3 of the Look Listen & Learn method. Stylish Adventure presents melodies in a variety of styles including swing klezmer baroque and even an exercise in serialism (12-tone composition). A separate piano accompaniment book is available for concert performances.

Handel was a composer who always kept on eye on the prevailing taste political currents and latest fashion. This awareness is seen in both the Italian and English influences in his compositions with much of his music showing regal and festive characteristics. In this book you will find twelve delightful pieces from well-known works such as the Water Music Royal Fireworks and the Messiah. The CD contains complete versions of each piece together with a version with the solo part missing.

From Gone with the WInd-Max Steiner was born in Vienna in 1888 and grew up surrounded by music. He was a student of the Imperial Academy of Music having among his teachers Gustav Mahler. In 1936 he signed an agreement with Warner. Steiner considered the father of symphonic music in Hollywood style. One of his most famous and popular masterworks is without any doubt Gone with the Wind (1939). The movie was an immediate success and won ten Academy Awards. In spite of the years passed this movie still moves young audiences around the world. Lorenzo Bocci has chosen the song Tara’s Theme from this movie and turned the romantic music into an arrangement for concert band.

Carl Teike est né en 1864 à Altdamm en Allemagne. Dès son plus jeune âge il se passionne pour les marches militaires dont il s’inspirera pour ses futures compositions. Carl Teike est l’un des plus grands compositeurs de marches. Il est notamment l’auteur de deux marches traditionnelles célèbres dans le monde entier : Alte Kameraden et Graf Zeppelin en hommage au célèbre constructeur de dirigeables allemand Ferdinand Graf von Zeppelin. Gerd et Manuel Huber en ont réalisé un arrangement élégant et captivant par la beauté des mélodies.

Avec A Happy Winter Holiday Roland Kernen signe un medley pétillant qui rassemble trois grands noëls internationaux : Jingle Bell Rock Winter Wonderland (Au royaume de Bonhomme Hiver) et Feliz Navidad. Cet arrangement plein d’entrain garantit le succès de vos concerts autour de la Nativité. Une manière originale de souhaiter un « Joyeux Noël ! » à votre public.

Lift Up Your Heads Ye Gates-The numerous mostly religious works of the Bohemian composer Andreas Hammerschmidt are composed with great craftmanship and sound full and catchy. They were composed for 17th century village churches in which they were sung by the congregation—and they are still familiar and popular today. Robert van Beringen took the advent hymn Lift Up Your Heads Ye Gates and created this beautiful arrangement.

for Flute and Concert Band-Concerto Cappricioso begins with a short fanfare-like opening. It?s three movements then develop with exciting dialogues between the soloist and the main concert band which both answers and accompanies the soloist in addition to adding their own new material. The musical game between the solis and accompaniment will captivate and delight your audience every time.

An exciting new book containing a great selection of pop hitsarranged for solo instruments with play-along CD. Contains: American Pie Somethin’ Stupid Living Next Door to Alice I Want It That Way La Cucaracha A Whiter Shade of Pale Macarena Old and Wise LaBamba YMCA If You Believe and He’s Got the Whole World.

from Symphony No. 1-« Vingt ans de réflexion quatorze années de création et l’attente d’une vie ». C’est ainsi que l’on peut résumer la Symphonie n° 1 qui eut une gestation particulièrement longue. Commencée en 1854 peu après la rencontre de Brahms avec Schumann elle ne sera reprise et menée à bien qu’à l’automne 1876. Elle se compose de quatre mouvements de construction classique. Andrew Watkin a réalisé un arrangement de l’Allegro extrait du premier mouvement. Le climat est sombre mais d’une grande profondeur sonore. Les courbes sont fluides et souples. Du grand classique à la portée des plus jeunes !

The Gavotte is an old dance that is used by most of the baroque composers such as Bach and Handel. This gavotte composed by Handel has been expertly arranged for young band by Andrew Watkin.

Who does not know this catch traditional song. It is one of the first songs learnt in school and probably one of the most catchy. With this arrangement for flexible five-part ensemble you can relive those glory days of class singing!

Collection-William Byrd (c.1540-1623) is one of the giants of the English Renaissance composing sacred polyphony for both Anglican and Catholic rites. This collection provides well-edited clean editions at an excellent value and includes: Exsurge Domine; Haec Dies; Laudibus in sanctis; Praise Our Lord All Ye Gentiles; Sing Joyfully. William Byrd (c.1540-1623) is one of the giants of the English Renaissance composing sacred polyphony for both Anglican and Catholic rites. This collection provides well-edited clean editions at an excellent value and includes: Exsurge Domine; Haec Dies; Laudibus in sanctis; Praise Our Lord All Ye Gentiles; Sing Joyfully.

as performed by The Beatles- When I’m Sixty-Four is a famous love song by The Beatles. The lyrics concern a young man who sings to his beloved of all the things that the couple could do as they grow old together. The age in the title was selected in reference to McCartney’s father Jim who was 64 at the time of the song’s recording. This version for string quartet is a nice addition to anyone’s repertoire and perfect for many occasions.

From the Television Series-It’s the instantly recognisable theme from the incredibly popular US TV show now known by a whole new generation of fans thanks to the 2010 revival of the classic series. This is a brilliant arrangement by Mike Sheppard that gives every musician in the ensemble something cool to play. It’s the instantly recognisable theme from the incredibly popular US TV show now known by a whole new generation of fans thanks to the 2010 revival of the classic series. This is a brilliant arrangement by Mike Sheppard that gives every musician in the ensemble something cool to play.

The work Pilgrims of Wolfryt tells the story of the legend Walfridus (also known as Wolfryt) a resident of the town of Bedum in the Netherlands who was born in the 11th century. Wilfridus had an eventful life: he introduced Christianity to Bedum and helped the town build its first legal system but ultimately his story ended in demise – murdered alongside his son at the hands of the Vikings. Pilgrims of Wolfryt is a symphonic poem-like masterpiece full of evocative melodies in a mix of tonalities to make the most of the impressive rhythmic material.

Friend Like Me - A Whole New World - Prince Ali-This Grade 3 arrangement by Hiroki Takahashi allows bands to perform music from the fantastic new live-action version of Disney’s Aladdin including the ever popular 'Friend Like Me’ 'A Whole New World’ and 'Prince Ali’. This Grade 3 arrangement by Hiroki Takahashi allows bands to perform music from the fantastic new live-action version of Disney’s Aladdin including the ever popular 'Friend Like Me’ 'A Whole New World’ and 'Prince Ali’.

as performed by Gene Kelly-Who isn’t familiar with the famous scene where Gene Kelly dances and sings around a lamppost splashing into puddles with an umbrella in his hand? The song he sings is just as iconic and has made its reputation as a song known by both young and old! This arrangement has been made accessible and easy to play for any band. Are you singin’ in the rain?

Golden Peak is a concert piece that takes us deep into the world of volcanoes of the Auvergne in central France. They are dormant volcanoes whose origins date back from 7 000 to over 65 million years ago. Among the most well-known are the 80 volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys a spectacular natural environment ranking among the most fascinating landscapes in the world. The title of this dynamic and rhythmic piece is a reference to the local spa town of Mont-Dore and calls upon all sections of the orchestra. The central theme is very mellow yet riveting and the music depicts both the dynamism and tranquillity of the region. Golden Peak is a concert piece that takes us deep into the world of volcanoes of the Auvergne in central France. They are dormant volcanoes whose origins date back from 7 000 to over 65 million years ago. Among the most well-known are the 80 volcanoes of the Chaîne des Puys a spectacular natural environment ranking among the most fascinating landscapes in the world. The title of this dynamic and rhythmic piece is a reference to the local spa town of Mont-Dore and calls upon all sections of the orchestra. The central theme is very mellow yet riveting and the music depicts both the dynamism and tranquillity of the region.