SKU: XC.HSO2206
12 x 9 inches.
George Sweet's music is always carefully written from a harmonic standpoint. Even though this work is more up-tempo - the harmonic sensibilies we know and love from George are on full display.
SKU: AP.44805
UPC: 038081517353. English. French Carol.
Realms of Endless Day is a fantasy setting of the hymn tune melody, Picardy. This melody, thought to have been named for the region in France where it is believed the melody originated, is also the melody for the hymns Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence and Christians, Let Us Love One Another, as well as the Hymn of Saint James. This enduring and tuneful melody is given three contrasting statements that gradually build to an exciting conclusion. This piece is scored for full orchestra by arranger Michael Kamuf, but will work quite effectively with strings alone. (3:30).
SKU: BT.MUSM570368235
English.
For Teresa was commissioned by Tim Suter for his wife, Helen, as part of William Howard’s Love Songs Project and was first performed privately by William Howard for her 60th birthday in February 2017. He gave the public premiere at Hoxton Hall, London on 26th April 2017. The music is based on the notes T E S (E flat) A of the Christian name of the composer’s wife, Teresa Cahill. The music works towards a quotation of the opening of Beethoven’s Bagatelle No. 25 in A minor, Für Elise (which also uses letters from the name Therese, H being B natural in German nomenclature), a piece which, it is now thought, was originallytitled Für Therese and possibly composed for Theresa Malfatti, to whom Beethoven unsuccessfully proposed marriage in 1810, but recent musicology has suggested other possible dedicatees.
SKU: BT.DHP-1084453-070
ISBN 9789043129107. 9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.
There’s a Boat Dat’s Leavin’ Soon for New York/It Ain’t Necessarily So/Summertime/I Got Plenty o' Nuttin’ is a song from the American opera Porgy and Bess, composed in 1935 by George Gershwin (1898-1937), to a libretto by DuBose Heyward and his brother Ira Gershwin, after Heyward’s novel Porgy - a story about the love between the crippled negro beggar Porgy and the girl Bess in the city of Charleston in South Carolina. The première - not a huge success - took place on 10 October 1935 in New York.With his opera, Gershwin wanted to gain recognition as a composer of classical music. Incidentally he demanded that all parts were sung by black performers; only a few unimportant parts,without sung lyrics, were allowed to be performed by white actors. This rule still applies: Gershwin has stated in the terms of his will that only black people were allowed stage the opera.Porgy & Bess has become popular only after Gershwin’s death. In 1959 a wonderful film was made; the soundtrack won a Grammy Award. The work is not very often performed, possibly because of the difficulty of finding a whole cast of black opera singers. However, various pieces from the opera are still regularly performed in numerous arrangements. Das Set enthält Stimmen für:Klarinette in EsKlarinette in B 1, 2 ,3 & 4Altklarinette in EsBassklarinette in BKontrabassklarinette in B.
SKU: BT.DHP-1084458-070
ISBN 9789043129640. 9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.
Thereâ??s a Boat Datâ??s Leavinâ?? Soon for New York/It Ainâ??t Necessarily So/Summertime/I Got Plenty o' Nuttinâ?? is a song from the American opera Porgy and Bess, composed in 1935 by George Gershwin (1898-1937), to a libretto by DuBose Heyward and his brother Ira Gershwin, after Heywardâ??s novel Porgy - a story about the love between the crippled negro beggar Porgy and the girl Bess in the city of Charleston in South Carolina. The première - not a huge success - took place on 10 October 1935 in New York.With his opera, Gershwin wanted to gain recognition as a composer of classical music. Incidentally he demanded that all parts were sung by black performers; only a few unimportant parts,without sung lyrics, were allowed to be performed by white actors. This rule still applies: Gershwin has stated in the terms of his will that only black people were allowed stage the opera.Porgy and Bess has become popular only after Gershwinâ??s death. In 1959 a wonderful film was made; the soundtrack won a Grammy Award. The work is not very often performed, possibly because of the difficulty of finding a whole cast of black opera singers. However, various pieces from the opera are still regularly performed in numerous arrangements. I Got Plenty o' Nuttin' ist ein Lied aus der amerikanischen Oper Porgy and Bess die George Gershwin im 1935 komponierte.Das Libretto lieferten DuBose Heyward und Georges Bruder Ira Gershwin nach Heywards Roman Porgy, einer Geschichte über die Liebe zwischen dem verkrüppelten schwarzen Bettler Porgy und dem Mädchen Bess in Charleston im Staat South Carolina.
SKU: XC.ICB2211
Written to honor the memory of a student and their love of classic rock, cars, computers and gadgets; The Great Green Kazoo is a thoughtful and inspiring work that houses a lot of meaning in a light and joyful fashion.
SKU: PR.114414020
ISBN 9781491101339. UPC: 680160590537. 9 x 12 inches.
[Virginia Symphony's] music director, JoAnn Falletta, and Ranjbaran were classmates at Juilliard. ...[In 2008] Falletta received a special award from the American Society for Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) for championing contemporary music; the prize included an opportunity to commission a new work. 'When ASCAP gave me the award, I immediately thought of Ranjbaran,' Falletta told Virginia's Daily Press. 'I've had a long professional relationship with him, and I love his music.' (Iran Times International, October 23, 2009) Virginia Symphony premiered the Concerto on October 22 and 24, 2009, with Concertmaster Vahn Armstrong and principal viola Beverly Kane Baker. Watch a 10-minute YouTube video of the soloists discussing preparation for the premiere. The Concerto is constructed in three-movement, classic A-B-A form. For advanced performers. Duration: 26' See sample pages:http://www.presser.com/marketing/newissue/13_11/11441402_Ranjbaran_Concerto_VlnVlaOrch_sample.pdf.
SKU: JU.JMG1350
ISBN 9781959503194. UPC: 850055807747.
If you’re looking for an easily prepared musical treat for Christmas this year, Celebrate the Child is the answer! Created by the always creative yet practical Stan Pethel, the 2-part (opt. SATB) vocal scoring sings effortlessly. Classic contemporary songs such as Breath of Heaven (Amy Grant) and Gloria (Michael W. Smith) are masterfully blended with beloved carols and simple narration. It’s a work perfect for small choirs, senior choirs, ensembles, or any choir desiring a simple (though not simplistic) yet highly effective Christmas presentation. 20 minutes.
SKU: AP.50324
ISBN 9781470659066. UPC: 038081576329. English.
A Moorside Suite was written in 1928 as a test piece for the National Brass Band Festival championship competition held that year. The three-movement work includes a jaunty Scherzo, a lovely Nocturne, and the popular March, which has enjoyed countless performances since its premiere. Douglas E. Wagner created this arrangement with younger players in mind. Though slightly abridged, the main themes and styles are present in a carefully-crafted performance piece accessible to concert bands at this level. This authentic arrangement still bears Holst's unmistakable musical signature. (3:35).
SKU: HL.195826
UPC: 888680642662. 5.0x5.0x0.995 inches.
This major work is an affirmation of assurance that takes us on a musical and spiritual pilgrimage through the beloved 23rd Psalm. Singers and listeners will be carried from peaceful meadows to the shadowed valleys, and from the fragile hope of faith, to life everlasting. A work of scope and substance, Psalm 23 - A Journey with the Shepherd gives directors a wonderful opportunity to program outside the seasonal box. A glorious orchestration by Michael Lawrence decorates the expressive choral writing with color and a theatrical sweep. Songs include: We Are Not Alone; The Lord Is My Shepherd; Restore My Soul; Lead Me on the Paths of Righteousness; Though I Walk through the Valley; You Comfort Me; My Cup Overflows; We Are Not Alone (reprise); Surely Goodness and Mercy. Score and Parts (fl 1-2, ob, cl 1-2, bn, tpt 1-3, hn 1-2, tbn 1-2, tbn 3/tba, perc 1-2, timp, hp, pno, vn 1-2, va, vc, db) available as a Printed Edition and as a digital download.
