SKU: BO.B.3542

Staeliana was commissioned by the Fundacio Caixa de Catalunya in 2007 for the inauguration of an exposition of the work of Nicolas Staël at La Pedrera, Barcelona. In this work I wanted to compose homage to a painter who knew how to join together in his unique works both the traditions of the past along with the vanguard of his time. Beginning with figurative works which lead toward abstraction, his body of work can be defined as a contrast between these two concepts which, with extreme simplicity, define his entire artistic conception. Staeliana, an expressive chorale, at times both luminous and dramatic, dissolves into the most minimal expression. From the first joining together of the voices it concludes with utter simplicity of expression. The suicide of the artist in 1955 is representative of the dissolution of his existence as well as of his artistic works. This contrast between figurative and abstraction is reflected in the music by the contrast between stability and tension. I believe that this duality may be found both in his work and in his life, always oscillating between living a creative life or opting for death, which may be seen as a fusion in nothingness with the plenitude of purest simplicity.

SKU: HL.1303101

UPC: 196288173007.

This revised 4th edition of Practice in Music Theory Grade 6 comes complete with detachable Model Answers! The success of its previous editions for the past two decades has prompted the need for more definitive solutions. Based on the ABRSM theory examination syllabus, it is the first of three comprehensive coursebooks leading to Grade 8 and beyond. Students are guided to achieve a high theoretical standard, with competent knowledge in harmony, counterpoint, melodic writing and score analysis. The J Koh's instructional approach is academic and systematic; yet musically conceived with graphical layouts and selective examples. There are 2 parts to this coursebook. Part I - Harmony The principles of harmony are introduced here: 4-part writing, 2-part counterpoint, concepts of traditional chord progression, use of inversions, principles of voice-leading, and the use of non-harmony notes. Harmonic guidelines and rules are clearly explained with relevant examples. Exercises are progressively structured to ensure a strong grasp of the theoretical concepts. Part II - Melodic Composition and Analysis Meloic composition is taught through an analytical approach. The concepts of phrasing, use of motifs, modulations and melodic contour are illustrated with authentic extracts. By taking students through the works of the great masters, their technical skills are sharpened, enhanced with useful tools for the creative compositional process. Skills in score analysis involve the acquisition of sound musical knowledge - the study of forms, genres, history of western music that spans 4 centuries, along with the composersÂ’ works and styles. Appendices II and III provide guidance for basic research needed at this level. The essential and highly recommended reference texts are: Musical Forms and Terms and Understanding Orchestration, The Orchestra and Its Instruments.

SKU: OT.21125

ISBN 9789655051117. 8.27 x 11.69 inches.

The five short movements for solo cembalo are brief, personal prayers that depict how the subject manages a range of feelings and emotions. The miniatures each represent a different emotional state: reflection, searching, meditation, agitation, and resolution. Each is a small-scale representation of a grand, wide-ranging prayer of supplication.
As a composer, performer, and researcher of early music, writing for cembalo allows me not only to express my special connection to the instrument and the period in which it flourished, but also to present its contemporary dimensions as a rich and versatile instrument.
The piece was composed at the request of Hagai Yodan, who performs it with great skill.
Daniel Akiva is a composer, performer, and educator whose performances on guitar and lute have won great acclaim. Mr. Akiva graduated from the Rubin Academy of Music in Jerusalem in 1981, where he studied classical guitar with Haim Asulin and composition with Haim Alexander. In 1987 he completed his studies at the Geneva Conservatorium in Switzerland where he studied lute with Jonathon Rubin and composition with Jean Ballisa. For many years, he headed the Music Department at the WIZO High School for the Arts in Haifa, which he founded in 1986, and served as the Artistic Director of the Guitar Gems Festival from 2006-2019. As part of his work at WIZO High School, he has developed a method for teaching free improvisation that has been incorporated into the music program at the school.
Mr. Akiva has appeared in concert as a guitarist and lutist and given master classes in Israel, Europe, Russia, the United States, and Latin America. Daniel Akiva’s compositional output includes works for solo instruments, chamber ensembles, choir, voice and guitar, piano, and chamber orchestra. His works have been recorded on twelve CDs, the latest of which, Malchut, was issued by OR-TAV in 2014.
A native of Haifa whose family has lived in Israel for over five hundred years, he was steeped in the Sephardic (Jewish-Spanish) tradition from his youth. Much of his compositional output has been devoted to a dialogue with the music of the Sephardic Jews. Daniel Akiva has also maintained a creative dialogue over many years with the poets and writers Amnon Shamash, Rivka Miriam, and Avner Peretz.

SKU: FJ.BB212SB

ISBN 9781619282148. English.

This supplemental band book provides a comprehensive and extensive approach to improving band intonation. Written by Texas band director Robert Herrings and composer Brian Balmages, the book contains comprehensive studies in every major and minor key, over 30 chorales with block chord studies, and free downloadable drones in every key for directors who do not have access to more expensive solutions or need an on the go option!

SKU: FJ.BB212PER

ISBN 9781619282155. English.

This supplemental band book provides a comprehensive and extensive approach to improving band intonation. Written by Texas band director Robert Herrings and composer Brian Balmages, the book contains comprehensive studies in every major and minor key, over 30 chorales with block chord studies, and free downloadable drones in every key for directors who do not have access to more expensive solutions or need an on the go option!

SKU: FJ.BB212BSX

ISBN 9781619282070. English.

This supplemental band book provides a comprehensive and extensive approach to improving band intonation. Written by Texas band director Robert Herrings and composer Brian Balmages, the book contains comprehensive studies in every major and minor key, over 30 chorales with block chord studies, and free downloadable drones in every key for directors who do not have access to more expensive solutions or need an on the go option!

SKU: FJ.BB212TU

ISBN 9781619282131. English.

This supplemental band book provides a comprehensive and extensive approach to improving band intonation. Written by Texas band director Robert Herrings and composer Brian Balmages, the book contains comprehensive studies in every major and minor key, over 30 chorales with block chord studies, and free downloadable drones in every key for directors who do not have access to more expensive solutions or need an on the go option!

SKU: FJ.BB212CL

ISBN 9781619282032. UPC: 241444382608. English.

This supplemental band book provides a comprehensive and extensive approach to improving band intonation. Written by Texas band director Robert Herrings and composer Brian Balmages, the book contains comprehensive studies in every major and minor key, over 30 chorales with block chord studies, and free downloadable drones in every key for directors who do not have access to more expensive solutions or need an on the go option!