Suite for Concert Band-This 4-movement suite tells the story of the beautiful French town ‘Tulle’ that was built on seven hills just like Rome and Lisbon. The composer depicts the history of the town as well as important events such as the bloodbath during World War II the fabric ‘tulle’ after which the town is named and the festive annual fair. Since Tulle is also known for the production of Accordions the composer added an ‘ad libitum’ Accordion part. A really charming and stylish concert or contest work!

In 1938 Shostakovich composed his Second Jazz Suite at the request of the recently founded State Orchestra for Jazz conducted by Victor Knushevitsky.This suite was originally scored for a complete symphony orchestra to which four saxophones an accordion and a guitar had been added. The Jazz Suite no. 1 in three movements composed in 1934 had been written for a smaller ensemble. The title 'Jazz Suite' is rather misleading as the composer definitely uses the style of light music. Back in 1928 the twenty-two-year-old Shostakovich had already composed some light music.A bet among friends to make an orchestration of the popular song 'Tea for Two' in less thenone hour time caused him to compose 'Tahiti Trot'. Shostakovich easily won the bet as he completed the original and witty arrangement within only forty minutes!

Astor Piazzolla with his bandoneon is not only the undisputed master of the Argentine tango but also an exceptional exponent of southern music in general. He is the inspiration of many artists and composers and has performed with world-music formations as well as stars from the world of classical music.Oblivion is a slow and melancholic piece that can be played with or without the accordion, depending on your requirements. We recommend this arrangement if you are looking for something different.