Written in 1998 Peter Sculthorpe's calm work draws its inspiration from his own environmental concerns for Northern Australia's so-called 'Top End'. There along the coastline Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island cultures mingle with those of Melanesia and Indonesia. Cello Dreaming reflects this plurality.

a gospel medley and classic spiritual-The Gospel Train is a crowd-pleasing medley of Go Down Moses Oh Happy Day! and Ain’t No Mountain High Enough arranged by Alexander L'Estrange. It also includes Standing In The Need of Prayer a well-loved spiritual with a simple meditative melody and a pleasing repetitive chord sequence. These spirituals form part of the Choral Basics series and are arranged for soprano alto and combined men's voices with a straightforward piano accompaniment - ideal for beginner choirs and for choirs in which the male singers are few or at the stage when their voices are changing. The Gospel Train is a crowd-pleasing medley of Go Down Moses Oh Happy Day! and Ain't No Mountain High Enough arranged by Alexander L'Estrange. It also includes Standing In The Need of Prayer a well-loved spiritual with a simple meditative melody and a pleasing repetitive chord sequence. These spirituals form part of the Choral Basics series and are arranged for soprano alto and combined men's voices with a straightforward piano accompaniment - ideal for beginner choirs and for choirs in which the malesingers are few or at the stage when their voices are changing.

The first performance of Malcolm Arnold's Duo For Flute And Viola was given by John Francis and Bernard Davies at Salle Erard London in December 1946.

Forty selected songs in new arrangements authorised by the songwriters spanning the career of Broadway's longest-running songwriting team. Includes songs from Flora The Red Menace Cabaret Zorba Funny Lady Chicago New York and Kiss Of The Spider Woman.

A Christmas Special comprises a collection of four joyful songs exploring the lighter' side of Christmas. Three classic songs and one newly composed arranged for soprano alto and combined men's voices with a straightforward piano accompaniment - ideal for beginner choirs and for choirs in which the male singers are few or at the stage when their voices are changing. Songs include: Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas Jingle Bells O Christmas Tree and a crowd-pleasing original by Alexander L'Estrange and Peter Gritton Another Christmas . The songs formpart of the Choral Basics Series which has been carefully designed to provide rewarding varied repertoire for beginner choirs. Perfect for singers of all ages the series offers attractive idiomatic arrangements for SA and SAMen choirs with carefully considered vocal ranges and straightforward piano accompaniments that support the singers. Embracing world music spirituals folk song pop classics hit shows and original pieces this series offers everything a budding choir could wish for.

Of all his early chamber works the Nocturne is most clearly by the mature Vaughan Williams almost anticipating the influence of Ravel which followed his lessons from the French composer in 1908. In the veiled beauty of its highly chromatic harmonies we hear already the tone-poet of the slow movement of A London Symphony while in the fleet-footed Scherzo there is already a French influence in the way the folk-song is subtly woven into the texture only brief snatches of the tune being heard until the penultimate page when it receives fuller treatment. The work plays for about 10 minutes. The 1904 Scherzo is a vigorous march with fugal episodes whichlasts some 6 minutes and may effectively be performed by itself.

Gilbert And Sullivan's Patience opened April 23 1881 at the Opera Comique and ran for 578 performances at both the Opera Comique and Savoy Theatres. Full vocal score with piano accompaniment.

A fun addition to the popular Up-Grade! Series 'Up-Grade! Jazz' is jam-packed with well-loved jazz hits in cool new arrangements. Specially selected for the pianist looking for something to bridge the gap between grades this selection for Grade 2-3 Pianists features hip classics alongside jazzy numbers by the inimitable Pam Wedgwood.

Never before have so many riffs been assembled in one publication The Rifftionary is the ultimate reference work for any guitarist. It’s packed with guitar trivia and The Rifftionary also features TAB for over 130 of the most famous riffs of all time. It also reveals the original guitarist’s set up together with how to recreate that sound. Also included are technical tips key lyrics and fascinating facts including the highest chart placing in the UK and US. From Led Zeppelin to The Who from Hendrix to Radiohead The Rifftionary is packed with pure riffing genius.

Over 30 classic songs specially arranged for the ukulele from artists such as Green Day AC/DC Culture Club Deep Purple The Kinks Oasis and many more including full lyrics strumming patterns and ukulele chord diagrams.

Nicholas Maw is one of Britain's most admired composers. He is also an acknowledged master in whatever genre he expresses himself and one whose musical language is instantly recognisable. This piece for Flute and String Trio was commissioned by the Nash Ensemble and first performed at St. John's Smith Square London.

Christ is Born of Maiden Fair is a rhythmic yet flowing Christmas choral work that will appeal to a wide range of choirs. David Matthews skilfully manipulates the modal sound-world to create music that hints at the medieval while maintaining an essentially contemporary sound. The Faber Choral Signature Series introduces a wealth of new or recently written choral music to choirs in search of fresh repertoire. The series draws in a rich diversity of contemporary composers and includes both lighter and more challenging contemporary works offering a thrilling array of varied styles.

Carol Stringfest presents popular carols in flexible arrangements for string quartet beginner strings and duet. The books in the series can be used independently or in conjunction with one another. The inclusion of very simple parts for absolute beginners and an optional piano accompaniment to support less confident groups makes the series valuable to a wide range of abilities. Lyrics are also provided so there is something for everyone a must for Christmas!

This new Leyland Band release features seven first-time recordings including 'The Alchymist’s Journal' by Kenneth Hesketh and 'Four Sketches' by Simon Dobson - the winning entry in the 2002 European Brass Band Composer Competition. Soloist James Gourlay performs the brass band arrangement of Ralph Vaughan Williams' Tuba Concerto. Other works included are 'Global Variations' and 'Thames Journey' by Nigel Hess 'RPM' and 'Headbanger' by Matthew Hindson 'Peterloo' by Malcolm Arnold and the comical encore piece 'Keystone Kops' by Carl Davis.

Luigi Boccherini was born in Lucca in Italy where he became famous at an early age as a virtuoso Cellist. After an invitation to Madrid in 1768 he spent the rest of his life in Spain. It is not surprising then that his compositions were much influenced by the rhythmic variety and rich colours of Spanish music and this influence is nowhere more pronounced than in the exuberant Grave e Fandango (Introduction And Fandango). The piece was originally written as a piece for String Quartet and then subsequently arranged for Guitar and String Quartet. This edition features a reduction of the String Quartet part for Harpsichord.

Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales wrote the foreword to this collection of favourite pieces of music for children in easy piano arrangements. The contents range from pieces by Handel Mozart and Beethoven to music from Tchaikovsky Saint-Saens and Debussy. A perfect way to introduce young pianists to the great composers past and present.

A collection of supplementary pieces ranging from folk and classical through to showtunes and popular songs for young clarinet players. Carefully selected and arranged each piece offers suggestions and guidelines plus a simple effective piano accompaniment.

onathan Dove's lilting a cappella setting of a text by Richard Crashaw (1612-1649) Wellcome All Wonders In One Sight where the clear vocal lines are set against a dark and dense harmonic background. This short piece can be performed at any point in the year but is particularly suitable for Christmas. Faber Choral Signature Series introduces a wealth of new or recently written choral music to choirs in search of fresh repertoire. The series draws in a rich diversity of living composers and includes both lighter and more challenging contemporary works offering a thrilling array of varied styles.

Take The Lead on these classic Christmas songs. The book contains carefully selected and edited arrangments with chord symbols in concert pitch. The accompanying CD includes full backing tracks and demonstration recordings to help you learn the songs. Includes 'Sleigh Ride' 'Frosty The Snowman' and 'Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town'.

Gavin Higgins wrote Ivory Ghosts in 2006 for brass ensemble as one of a collection of short pieces composed in support of the charity Brass Band Aid. It is a haunting miniature created in response to the horrors of the illegal trade in African elephant ivory. This definitive version for brass band and percussion was prepared for the Tredegar Town Band. Gavin Higgins wrote Ivory Ghosts in 2006 for brass ensemble as one of a collection of short pieces composed in support of the charity Brass Band Aid. It is a haunting miniature created in response to the horrors of the illegal trade in African elephant ivory. This definitive version for brass band and percussion was prepared for the Tredegar Town Band.