This text covers every possible style appropriate to an intermediate book for brass. It includes music from the 14th century up to the beginning of the 20th century from dozens of countries including original compositions thatmimic many historic styles. The musical selections outside the standard repertoire compare well in quality to the more famous works and have unique elements that increase students' musical vocabulary. Includes: challenging andrewarding music in a comfortable range for students with braces; musical exercises to teach phrasing; and lip slur exercises. The great musical examples make practicing feel effortless and enriching! In addition to classicaletudes a number of jazz etudes are incorporated that represent important styles including Dixieland Swing Bebop Blues and various Latin forms.

This publication combines book 1 and 2 of this innovative popular method. It provides a highly organized systematic approach to reading and understanding rhythm for the beginning-intermediate percussionist. Basic rhythm patterns including counting system and foot-taping indications are introduced on each page in 8-measure studies followed by a short solo serving as a page summary and motivational tool for students. Volume 2 continues: adding flams drags roll studies syncopation and 8th & 16th note triplets. Both books conclude with a graduation solo suitable for concert performance. Book 2 also includes a graduation duet and technique builders to develop strength flexibilityand control. Great as a band-method supplement or stand-alone method. This publication combines book 1 and 2 of this innovative popular method. It provides a highly organized systematic approach to reading and understanding rhythm for the beginning-intermediate percussionist. Basic rhythm patterns including counting system and foot-taping indications are introduced on each page in 8-measure studies followed by a short solo serving as a page summary and motivational tool for students. Volume 2 continues: adding flams drags roll studies syncopation and 8th & 16th note triplets. Both books conclude with a graduation solo suitable for concert performance. Book 2 also includes a graduation duet and technique builders to develop strength flexibilityand control. Great as a band-method supplement or stand-alone method.

The greatest tunes ever written for xylophone. Solo xylophone with 3 marimbas and piano accompaniment (can be played as a quartet or solo with piano). A virtuoso piece for the advanced performer. The greatest tunes ever written for xylophone. Solo xylophone with 3 marimbas and piano accompaniment (can be played as a quartet or solo with piano). A virtuoso piece for the advanced performer.

difficult-Winner of the 1998 PAS Composition Contest this nine minute work for percussion quintet is sure to become a standard piece in the serious percussion repertoire. Lynn Glassock highly acclaimed composer of percussion ensembles has written a sophisticated and enjoyable major work in his latest composition Between The Lines.

Arranged for xylophone solo(s) and band this exciting feature spotlights one or more keyboard percussionists in front of the band.

An exciting musically-challenging work that is both entertaining and educational. Playing on two different instruments helps each performer develop multiple-percussion technique. Grade 3 performance time: 3:25

Xylophone Solo with Piano-Perhaps Green's greatest solo edited and with a cadenza by virtuoso Bob Becker. This xylophone solo with piano accompaniment is a must play work for percussion recitals.Perhaps Green's greatest solo edited and with a cadenza by virtuoso Bob Becker. This xylophone solo with piano accompaniment is a must play work for percussion recitals.

This rhythmically driving solo with many meter changes requires the use of four drums. Dedicated to Saul Goodman Scherzo captures the rhythmic excitement and drive of this master teacher.(medium). This rhythmically driving solo with many meter changes requires the use of four drums. Dedicated to Saul Goodman Scherzo captures the rhythmic excitement and drive of this master teacher.

A masterpiece for the advanced student or professional timpanist. Cirone's knowledge of timpani combined with his compositional expertise make this a must play work for the serious-performer's repertoire. Dedicated to thelegendary Saul Goodman the Sonata captures the spirit of this master teacher and performer.A masterpiece for the advanced student or professional timpanist. Cirone's knowledge of timpani combined with his compositional expertise make this a must play work for the serious-performer's repertoire. Dedicated to thelegendary Saul Goodman the Sonata captures the spirit of this master teacher and performer.

Twenty one technically and musically challenging solos for three four and five drums. Suggestions on interpretation stick selection and choice of drums are provided by the composer. Twenty one technically and musically challenging solos for three four and five drums. Suggestions on interpretation stick selection and choice of drums are provided by the composer.

The most comprehensive drum set text available. Written by world-renown performer and clinician Ed Soph this book provides an intelligent and practical approach to drum set playing for performers at any level. The most comprehensive drum set text available. Written by world-renown performer and clinician Ed Soph this book provides an intelligent and practical approach to drum set playing for performers at any level.

A collection of musically challenging solos and duets. Solos include idiomatic techniques that explore a variety of sound possibilities on snare drum and multiple drums for the intermediate to advanced performer. A collection of musically challenging solos and duets. Solos include idiomatic techniques that explore a variety of sound possibilities on snare drum and multiple drums for the intermediate to advanced performer.

Internationally acclaimed by today's leading teachers Primary Handbook for Mallets (xylophone marimba vibes and bells) is designed for the beginner of any age. This method provides a complete introduction to mallet playing for private lessons or classroom use. Internationally acclaimed by today's leading teachers Primary Handbook for Mallets (xylophone marimba vibes and bells) is designed for the beginner of any age. This method provides a complete introduction to mallet playing for private lessons or classroom use.

Bass Clef Instruments-These 28 1 page etudes make extensive use of metric and rhythmic devices found in 20th century works. Composed as recital/performance pieces they are ideal for any instrument as sight reading jury exams lesson material orrecitals. These short works are compositional gems challenging performers from high school through professional levels.These 28 1 page etudes make extensive use of metric and rhythmic devices found in 20th century works. Composed as recital/performance pieces they are ideal for any instrument as sight reading jury exams lesson material orrecitals. These short works are compositional gems challenging performers from high school through professional levels.

The songs and carols in this collection are drawn from the rich traditions of American and European Yuletide Christmas and New Years carols. These century-old melodies have become an important part of annual holiday traditionsaround the world. Somecarols reflect the story of the birth of Jesus while others simply celebrate the winter season and holiday traditions. Each carol is presented in both two and four-mallet versions for mallet players withdifferent ability levels. The arrangements canbe played as a solo or together as a group. The two-mallet arrangements can be played on marimba vibraphone or a standard set of orchestra bells. The four-mallet arrangements areall playable on a 4 and 1/3 octave low A marimba.Includes: Angels We Have Heard on High Auld Lang Syne Away in a Manger ªCarol of the Bells Coventry Carol The First Noel GodRest Ye Merry Gentlemen Hark! The Herald Angels Sing The Holly and theIvy ªIt Came Upon the Midnight Clear Jingle Bells Joy to the World O Christmas Tree O Come O Come Emmanuel O Little Town of Bethlehem Silent Night ªStill Still Still We Three Kings We Wish You a Merry Christmas What Child Is This?The songs and carols in this collection are drawn from the rich traditions of American and European Yuletide Christmas and New Years carols. These century-old melodies have become an important part of annual holiday traditionsaround the world. Somecarols reflect the story of the birth of Jesus while others simply celebrate the winter season and holiday traditions. Each carol is presented in both two and four-mallet versions for mallet players withdifferent ability levels. The arrangements canbe played as a solo or together as a group. The two-mallet arrangements can be played on marimba vibraphone or a standard set of orchestra bells. The four-mallet arrangementsareall playable on a 4 and 1/3 octave low A marimba.Includes: Angels We Have Heard on High Auld Lang Syne Away in a Manger ªCarol of the Bells Coventry Carol The First Noel GodRest Ye Merry Gentlemen Hark! The Herald Angels Sing The Holly and theIvy ªIt Came Upon the Midnight Clear Jingle Bells Joy to the World O Christmas Tree O Come O Come Emmanuel O Little Town of Bethlehem Silent Night ªStill Still Still We Three Kings We Wish You a Merry Christmas What Child Is This?

Masterclass on:-Jacob Druckman's Reflection on the Nature of Water has become one of the standard 4-mallet marimba solos in the contemporary marimba literature. This master class written by the person it was composed for Dan Druckman the composer's son - Associate Principal Percussionist of the New York Philharmonic - provides a unique insight into the complexities of this monumental work. This analysis of Reflectionsincludes: Exploration of the sonic timbral and expressive possibilities of the marimba in a unique way A hands-on specific nuts and bolts approach to understanding and performing thepiece Applications of mallet choices strokes articulation and phrasing-to have as wide a sonic palette as possible Correction of mistakes in the score (mostly accidentals or rhythmic errors)Jacob Druckman's Reflection on the Nature of Water has become one of the standard 4-mallet marimba solos in the contemporary marimba literature. This master class written by the person it was composed for Dan Druckman the composer's son - Associate Principal Percussionist of the New York Philharmonic - provides a unique insight into the complexities of this monumental work. This analysis of Reflectionsincludes: Exploration of the sonic timbral and expressive possibilities of the marimba in a unique way A hands-on specific nuts and bolts approach tounderstanding and performing thepiece Applications of mallet choices strokes articulation and phrasing-to have as wide a sonic palette as possible Correction of mistakes in the score (mostly accidentals or rhythmic errors)

A Guide for High School Students Their Guidance Counselors Parents and Music Teachers-This book details the fundamental knowledge skills and attitudes that prospective music majors need in order to make a successful transition from high school to college. Specific exercises are offered along with supportingonline resources. It alsosuggests steps that parents high school guidance counselors and music teachers can take to identify encourage and guide future musicians and music educators.This book details the fundamental knowledge skills and attitudes that prospective music majors need in order to make a successful transition from high school to college. Specific exercises are offered along with supportingonline resources. It alsosuggests steps that parents high school guidance counselors and music teachers can take to identify encourage and guide future musicians and music educators.

This is not your grandfather's lip slur book! It is an innovative method incorporating an entirely new vocabulary of harmonically rich and rhythmically varied exercises; challenging fun and interesting to practice.­As a professional trumpeter lead player jazz artist soloist chamber player educator and composer Belck combines a unique writing style challenging musicians to think and practice creatively. A must-have for players of all levels! This is not your grandfather's lip slur book! It is an innovative method incorporating an entirely new vocabulary of harmonically rich and rhythmically varied exercises; challenging fun and interesting to practice.­As a professional trumpeter lead player jazz artist soloist chamber player educator and composer Belck combines a unique writing style challenging musicians to think and practice creatively. A must-have for players of all levels!

Romantic guitarist and composer Francisco Tárrega was born in Spain on November 21st 1852. He was trained at the Madrid Conservatory where he studied composition and was proficient on both guitar and piano. Through his compositions and unique sound he is considered to have established the foundations for 20th century classical guitar and for increasing interest in the guitar as a recital instrument. Virtuoso marimbist Jack Van Geem's transcriptions of Tárrega's works add new and exciting literature for solo marimba. Detailed interpretive notes accompany each piece providing the marimbist with Van Geem's insightful interpretive suggestions. Selections in thiscollection include: Capricho Arabe · Recuerdos de la Alhambra · Danza Mora · Pavana · La Alborada · Marieta! · María · Lágrima. Romantic guitarist and composer Francisco Tárrega was born in Spain on November 21st 1852. He was trained at the Madrid Conservatory where he studied composition and was proficient on both guitar and piano. Through his compositions and unique sound he is considered to have established the foundations for 20th century classical guitar and for increasing interest in the guitar as a recital instrument. Virtuoso marimbist Jack Van Geem's transcriptions of Tárrega's works add new and exciting literature for solo marimba. Detailed interpretive notes accompany each piece providing the marimbist with Van Geem's insightful interpretive suggestions. Selections inthiscollection include: Capricho Arabe · Recuerdos de la Alhambra · Danza Mora · Pavana · La Alborada · Marieta! · María · Lágrima.

For 4 Timpani-This electrifying work for solo timpani is a perfect opener for concert clinic or recital. Turbo - as in turbo-charged - is a fast-paced exciting showpiece that projects the power of the timpani directly to an audience. Sure to become a standard work in solo timpani repertoire this is a work that timpanists will want to perform again and again. This electrifying work for solo timpani is a perfect opener for concert clinic or recital. Turbo - as in turbo-charged - is a fast-paced exciting showpiece that projects the power of the timpani directly to an audience. Sure to become a standard work in solo timpani repertoire this is a work that timpanists will want to perform again and again.