Piano - Early Intermediate; Late Elementary

SKU: FJ.FJH2350

Composed by Kevin Olson. Piano Collection. Legends of Swing. Jazz. Book. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-FJH2350. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.FJH2350).

ISBN 9781619283077. English.

Legends of Swing, a new series by composer Kevin Olson, highlights the diverse world of jazz by exploring the hot spots for the culture and language of the genre. The first book in the series portrays Kansas City Jazz, defined by great names like Bennie Moten, Mary Lou Williams and Count Basie. Explore one of the many cradles of jazz with three performance pieces influenced by Kansas City Stomp..

((Chinese Drum)). By Fritz Kreisler (1875-1962). Arranged by Greg Anderson. For Piano. Book; Duet or Duo; Masterworks; Piano Duet (1 Piano, 4 Hands). Anderson and Roe Duos and Duets. 20th Century; Masterwork Arrangement; Recital; Romantic. Advanced. 16 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Orchestra violin 1, violin 2, violin 3, viola, cello, bass - Grade 2

SKU: CF.YAS233

From L’amant anonyme. Composed by Joseph Bologne. Arranged by Cooper Ford. Yas. Set of Score and Parts. Duration 2 minutes. Carl Fischer Music #YAS233. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YAS233).

ISBN 9781491164853. UPC: 680160923762. Key: G major.

Composed in the late 1700s, the Contredanse comes from Joseph Bologne’s only surviving opera, L’amant anonyme. Bologne is often compared to Mozart, and his compositions are energetic, refined, and delightful. This one is no exception. Originally for chamber orchestra, this arrangement is accessible to younger players while maintaining the spirit and integrity of the piece. The accessibility will open a gateway for young musicians to experience Bologne’s wonderful music.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

This series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

Violin Solo. Composed by Charles Dancla (1817-1907). Edited by Wolfgang Birtel. Arranged by Ulrike Dierick. String. Softcover. 72 pages. Schott Music #ED22313. Published by Schott Music

(Cello Part And Piano Score)

SKU: HL.48186482

Composed by Reynaldo Hahn. Leduc. 24 pages. Alphonse Leduc #AL30749. Published by Alphonse Leduc (HL.48186482).

Reynaldo Hahn: Works for cello and piano [AL 30 749] For quite some time, posterity remembered Reynaldo Hahn (1874-1947) for just a handful of songs and the operetta Ciboulette, overlooking the incredible diversity of a catalogue as eclectic as it is appealing. Yet his chamber music contains many little-known treasures: thus, cellist Steven Isserlis, in his preface, hastens to hail the first modern edition of these two scores, which he regularly plays in recital, so much does their beauty enchant the audience. Published in 1911, the Two Improvisations on Irish Airs for cello and piano turn out to be the transcription of his first and third Preludes for piano four hands (1894). These folk themes come from the collection Songs of Old Ireland, published 12 years earlier by Charles Villiers Stanford: gracefully and tenderly, The Little Red Lark unfurls a melancholic tune of which the regular foundation respects the breadth of phrase typical of folk songs; in The Willow-Tree, the lover begs his beloved in vain to take him in her arms one last time before he lies down, lifeless, in the shade of the tree. Beyond this sensitive exploration of the Irish soul, Hahn offers us a journey into the past: the Variations chantantes sur un air ancien develop a theme borrowed from Cavalli?s opera Xerse. In this aria (1660 version: Act IV, sc. 6), Ambassador Periarco dreams of moving away from court intrigues to be able to taste the pleasures ?to which the gods have destined him?. Reynaldo Hahn?s variations succeed in maintaining the sweet simplicity of this theme, as noble as it is refined. Let us wager that this publication will delight cellists and pianists alike: it contains some nuggets. Deux improvisations sur des airs irlandais (The Little Red Lark, The Willow-Tree) Variations chantantes sur un air ancien.

Orchestra Cello, Contrabass, Piano, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2, Violin 3 - Grade 2

SKU: CF.YAS167

Composed by Bud Woodruff. SWS FS. Young String Orchestra. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+8+5+5+5+2+8 pages. Duration 1 minute, 41 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #YAS167. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YAS167).

ISBN 9781491146477. UPC: 680160903979. 9 x 12 inches. Key: D major.

Barn Dance Saturday Night depicts the gathering of hometown country folks for a square dance. Different from a rousing fiddle tune, in that the tempo is a bit more reserved, it is happy music that will be fun to play and will delight your audiences.
I wrote this piece several years ago for one of my groups which met during the last period of the day. They loved to play what they called “Happy Music,” because it perked them up and they left school in a good mood. The arrangement I wrote then was quite group specific; this version should fit most orchestras very well, and itspreads the melody around more.This work is not intended to be intimidating or profound in the least but, instead, should evoke smiles. However, that does not mean that it should be played in a sloppy manner or without a diligent attitude. The staccatos are very important. Players should take special care not to clamp down on the bow with their bow holds in order to make the notes short; they can be executed by using relaxed wrist andfingers alone, if that is what the teacher wants their players to be learning while preparing this piece. There should be only good tone on those notes, and accents should not be added where not indicated unless instructed to do so by the teacher.There are notes in this piece with a tenuto mark (full value, but clearly defined) AND a staccato mark (separated). I want these notes to be clearly enunciated; not short, but not sustained into the next note, either. The key to doing this well may come in m. 48, where the basses and cellos must make a retake going into m. 49. The length of the quarter notes in m. 44 should match the length of the quarter notes in m. 48.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

This series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

Why Charlie Watts Matters. By Charlie Watts and The Rolling Stones. Book. Biography/Composers & Musicians. Softcover. Published by Rowman & Littlefield

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-3954-01

Composed by Neeck. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR369). Extra full score. Composed 2010. Duration 2 minutes, 4 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-3954-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-3954-01).

The tranquil nature of the opening belies the dramatic and powerful themes to follow in Marauders On The High Seas. Two contrasting sections present a clever and enjoyable opportunity for your band to learn and master 6/8 time, in both simple and compound forms. These sparkling and rhythmic melodies will present your band at its finest, and keep your students motivated and excited from start to finish!

About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series

The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4704-00

From Enigma Variations. Composed by Edward Elgar. Arranged by Glover. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR395). Score and set of parts. Composed 2018. Duration 2 minutes, 55 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4704-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4704-00).

Sir Edward Elgar’s Nimrod, from Enigma Variations, is one of the finest and most beloved works by a British composer. Andrew Glover has expertly arranged this moving work for the Barnhouse Command series, so that younger musicians may experience the music of this master composer. An outstanding choice to teach lyrical playing, blend, balance, intonation, and musicianship, this is an exceptional choice for young bands. Superb!

About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series

The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.

Miniature * Five Little Piano Pieces * Four Sketches * Sonatina. Composed by Miklos Kocsar (1933-). 20th Century. EMB. Classical. Softcover. 32 pages. Editio Musica Budapest #EMBZ14655. Published by Editio Musica Budapest