SKU: BT.AMP-407-400

ISBN 9789043148498. English-German-French-Dutch.

Part of the Anglo Music Play-Along Series, Philip Sparke’s 15 Easy Christmas Carols is aimed at the young instrumentalist who can play just over an octave. Specifically tailored to suit the individual instrument, this book introducesthe beginning player to the world’s most popular Christmas tunes by selecting simple yet attractive melodies that fit their limited range. This book will provide invaluable additional material to complement any teaching method and includes both pianoaccompaniment and a demo/play-along CD.

Philip Sparkes 15 Easy Christmas Carols sind Teil der Anglo Music Play-Along Reihe und richten sich an junge Instrumentalisten, die den Tonumfang von einer Oktave beherrschen. Auf jedes Instrument zugeschnitten, führen diese Ausgaben,für die einfache und zugleich ansprechende Melodien ausgewählt wurden die sich für diesen begrenzten Tonumfang eignen, den Anfänger an die weltweit beliebtesten Weihnachtslieder heran. Dieser Band bietet wertvolles Ergänzungsmaterial, das zu jederInstrumentalschule passt und sowohl eine Klavierbegleitung als auch eine Play-Along-CD enthält.

Faisant partie de l’Anglo Music Play-Along Series, les 15 Easy Christmas Carols(15 chants de Noël faciles) de Philip Sparke visent les jeunes instrumentistes qui arrivent jouer un peu plus d’une octave. Adapté pourconvenir chaque instrument spécifique, ce recueil introduit le joueur débutant aux chants de Noël les plus populaires en sélectionnant des mélodies simples les plus intéressantes qui correspondent leur registre limité. Ce recueil fournit dumatériel supplémentaire indispensable qui complète n’importe quelle méthode pédagogique et inclut un accompagnement pour piano ainsi qu’une version sur CD avec démos.

SKU: ST.C182

ISBN 9790570811823.

Bodhán
The melody here is very broken up, so breathe and be ready for the next entry in good time. Don’t drag behind the drum in the piano part. Notice that only some of the notes are marked staccato.

À la Modal
Modes are scales based on the white notes of the piano, say, so you won’t find a single accidental in this piece. It shows that expression in music depends on more than just the dynamics, that is, how loudly and softly you play. We also need to observe the articulation markings such as staccato, tenuto and the accents on both long and short notes.

Schubert’s Ghost
Schubert is one of my favourite composers. I hope you enjoy the swing of the dotted rhythms and accents in this little Viennese impression. There are three musical quotations: one from Schubert himself, one from a later Viennese composer, Gustav Mahler and, near the end, the Dies Irae tune which has been used by many composers.
Three Pieces for Bassoon and Piano

Grade 2
Former Spartan Press Cat. No.: SP1162.

SKU: HL.48185278

UPC: 888680907709. 9x12 inches.

Dubois Pierre M Ballade Des Pingouins Lm010 Bassoon and Piano Book.

SKU: FL.FX073069

A musical journey to propose to young instrumentalists with 4 years of musical experience. ; Instruments: 1 Bassoon 1 Piano; Difficuly Level: Grade 3.

SKU: M7.BP-2759

ISBN 9790015275906.

In Schrecks Kompositionen herrscht vornehmlich die kontrapunktische Technik und eine sangbare Stimmführung vor.

SKU: ST.C181

ISBN 9790570811816.

Polka-dots
There are three contrasting types of expression for the bassoonist here. The opening phrase is staccato which is followed (at bar 11) by a sustained counter melody. Finally (at bar 19) both these effects are combined in a second melody which needs very clear dynamic playing.

Monkey Puzzle
Sustaining the sound while rearticulating the notes is important in this piece. In other words, the opening should be played almost slurred. Be aware of the changing harmonies underneath the held notes in the bassoon part.

Serious Song
Long but separate notes contrast with real legato. The main theme is marked tenuto, so full value for each note, especially ending notes. Even the quavers aren’t very short at this speed. Try to make the richest sound you can like, for example, a fine Russian baritone.
Three Pieces for Bassoon and Piano

Grade 1
Former Spartan Press Cat. No.: SP1161.

SKU: ST.C184

ISBN 9790570811847.

March of the Day
The subtitle says it all, I think. The piece has three main ideas each in the contrasting keys of Bb, Eb and F majors. Can you find a different character for each one? The danger for bassoonists in this sort of piece is that everything can sound accented, so be careful to follow the articulation marks as closely as you can.

Rondolettinetto
This is all about building phrases through repetition. It relies largely, therefore, on control of the sound. Try to achieve a really obvious contrast of character between the opening phrases and the less refined con spirito episode. This might be played just a touch faster than the opening and closing sections, if you wish. There is a hint of gentle parody in this piece if you can find a way of expressing that too.

Sand-dance Kid
This piece stretches the compass and range of expression even further. There are very obvious contrasts of staccato and legato and the phrase lengths of the middle section are far from regular. Try to scale down the dynamics at the end so that you end as softly as you can play.
Three Pieces for Bassoon and Piano

Grade 4
Former Spartan Press Cat. No.: SP1164.