o.Op. 82 TrV 133- We are grateful to the University of Edinburgh Library Centre for Research Collections for providing us with access to a manuscript of this work. At shelf-mark Mus.M.645 is a set of parts in the hand of an unknown copyist annotated by John Parr (the bassoonist of Sheffield) who also wrote a full score and second copies of the bassoon and bass parts. The score is dated 1930 and the bassoon part 1934. It is here entitled merely 'duet for flute and bassoon with orchestra' and ascribed to R. Strauss.   We are also grateful for advice from Dr Christian Wolf of the Richard-Strauss-Institut in Munich whohave access to a copy of  'der Zweikampf' made by Cl. Schubert but the Richard-Strauss-Archiv in Garmisch-Partenkirchen will not permit them to make a complete copy for us but has permitted sample pages to be copied confirming the identity of the music. They also affirm the considerable doubt as to Richard Strauss being the composer however no other composer has been suggested in his stead.  In the Strauss bibliography a date of composition of 1884 is given when he was twenty years old.   We would also like to acknowledge with thanks the help of Drs Jenny Nex and Lance Whitehead of Edinburgh in deciphering the manuscript and advising on the piano reduction.   In editing the work we have corrected a few evident errors and made the dynamics consistent. There was no given tempo indication in some of the parts but Parr added 'allegro moderato' which is also the tempo indication in the Munich manuscript.  He also suggested the bass pizzicato in most of the polacca but perhaps this was intended only for the double bass should one be present. There are some discrepancies between the Edinburgh score and parts which we have resolved somewhat arbitrarily on musical grounds.  The differences between the Munich and Edinburgh versions are mostly small as far as we can discern; the

For Orchestra. Premiered by The Royal Danish Orchestra conducted by Michael Schonwandt Koncerthuset DR 29th May 2009.Commissioned by and written for The Serge Koussevitzky Music Foundation in the Library of Congress.Dedicated to the memory of Serge and Natalie Koussevitzky.Instrumentation.3 Flutes 3rd doubling Piccolo3 Oboe 3rd doubling Cor Anglais3 Clarinets in Bb 3rd doubling Bass Clarinet In Bb3 Bassoons 3rd doubling Contra Bassoon4 Horns in F3 Trumpets in Bb3 Trombones1 Tuba3 Percussion (three players)1 - Triangle Mark Tree Tubular Bells TamTam (Large) Glockenspiel Snare Drum Lion's Roar.2 - TamTam (Large) Chinese Cymbal Spring Coil (Mounted) TamTam (Large) Reco-Reco.3 - Bass Drum (Large) Antique Cymbals (full range) Spring Coil (mounted) TamTam (large) Cymbal (suspended) Reco-Reco.The three large TamTams should differ slightly in pitch.Strings (minimum 16-14-12-10-8)

Arthur Bliss’s first orchestral compositions his studies for Full Orchestra are believed to have been composed in 1920. The first performance in 1921 was conducted by Arthur Bliss. Orchestration: 2 Flutes Oboe Cor Anglais 2 Clarinets in Bflat Bass Clarinet in Bflat 2 Bassoons Contrabassoon 4 Horns in F 2 Trumpets in C 3 Trombones Tuba Timpani Percussion Harp Celesta Strings. Full score and orchestral parts are available on hire from the publishers. Duration: c. 12 minutes.

Braham's second symphony was an instant success when it first premiered in 1877. From its ingenious treatment of attractive melodic ideas in the first movement and the somber adagio to the lyrical charm of the allegretto and the finale's robust cheerfulness it is a delightful combination of enchanting melodies and masterly thematic treatment. A staple of the repertoire it is reproduced here from an authoritative edition. The score appears with bar-numbered movements ideal for study in the classroom at home or in the concert hall. This affordable high-quality conveniently sized volume will be edition of choice for music students and music lovers alike.Instrumentation includes: 4 Horns in C D E G B 2 Trumpets in D B 3 Trombones Bass Tumba Timpani 2 Flutes 2 Oboes 2 Clarinets in A 2 Bassoons Violin 1 2 Violas Cellos Basses

Uses: Advent ChristmasScripture: Luke 2From the composer of Tapestry of Light and The Winter Rose comes a new major work that is based on the traditional “Lesson and Carols”service. Filled to overflowing with beloved carols and original seasonal songs this cantata tells the story of Christ's birth adorned with beautiful arrangements and meaningful Scriptures. The work includes optional moments forcongregational participation handbell ringers and children's choir if desired. Stunning orchestrations and a full line of support products are available to support your presentation. Titles include: A Christmas Overture; OCome All Ye Faithful; A Prayer for Advent; People of Promise Arise!; Song of Hope and Joy; O Little Town of Bethlehem; My Soul Doth Magnify the Lord; Lullabies of Bethlehem; Angels We Have Heard on High; Carols for Seekers; LetChristmas Begin; A Christmas Trilogy. Available separately: SATB SAB iPrint Orch CD-rom Printed Orchestration (Score & parts for Flute 1&2 Oboe Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpet 1 2&3 Trombone 1&2 BassTrombone/Tuba Timpani Perc 1&2 Harp Piano Violin 1&2 Viola Cello Double Bass) iPrint Consort CD-rom iPrint Handbells CD-rom StudioTrax CD Listening CD 10-Pack Listening CDs Preview Pack RehearsalTrax CDs DigitalResource Kit. Duration: ca. 59:21 (full performance) ca. 48:37 (w/o opt. congregational anthems).

The solo group consists of a sextet of the woodwind instruments which are normally doubled with more regular members of the orchestra: these six strangers now brought to the fore are piccolo alto flute cor anglais clarinet inEb bass clarinet in Bb and contrabassoon. They make a motley group diverse in colour as in register and one of the tasks of the piece sets itself is to have them blend and cohere both together as an ensemble and in partnershipwith the string orchestra (which itself is used with unusual variety and subtlety). Another evident task of the work is to provide fine solos for each member of the woodwind sextet: bright dances for the piccolo recitativesfor the alto flute a stoical song from the contrabassoon in the extreme bass. The work is cast as a single movement which begins in the composer's first-movement style of rapid regeneration. This is interrupted by slowinterventions including one for divided strings which gives rise to a sextuple cadenza for the soloists. Out of this comes a slow movement or sequence of short slow movements followed by a dancing finale with its own slowepisodes. Altogether this is music of songs and dances heavily tinged with Scottish rhythms and tonalities: one might think of a magic bagpipe having six chanters and a drone of variegated string texture.

Orchestration: 2 Flutes 2 Oboes 2 Clarinets in Bb 2 Bassoons 2 Horns in F 2 Trumpets in Bb 3 Trombones Tuba Snare drum Strings (Violin 1 Violin 2 Viola Cello Bass)Peter Warlock wrote the Capriol Suite for Piano duet. He also produced a version for string orchestra and both were published in 1926. Two years later in 1928 he made this arrangement for full orchestra. This new edition corrects a few minor errors that were present in the 1928 edition published by Curwen and also shows the trumpets in Bb; they were shown in C originally. The six movements which are based on sixteenth century dance tunes are:- Basse-Danse Pavane Tordion Bransles Pieds-en-l´air Mattachins.

Eight Varied Pieces For Orchestra-Three new collections of varied pieces for orchestra for players from beginner to grade 3 standard.This collection of three books each containing eight varied pieces has been compiled to capture the imagination of young players and to introduce them to a wide range of musical styles.Special effects appropriate to each instrument provide additional learning points and great entertainment both in rehearsal and performance. There are glissandos for strings and trombone flutter tonguing for flute and trumpets (for those able to) and a range of vocal sounds for all!The scoring allows these pieces to be played by variouscombinations of instruments. Ideally your orchestra should have some instruments from each section but if not (for example no brass) then the supplementary piano part (available separately) can be used to fill the gaps. It can also be used to provide extra support in rehearsals.As well as the normal percussion parts some of the pieces make use of a drum kit. For orchestras without a drum kit player a drum kit and bass backing track is available to download free of charge either as MP3 or WAV files.OrchestrationDescant recorder Treble recorder Flute 1 Flute 2 or Oboe Clarinet 1 Clarinet 2 Alto Sax Bassoon Horn in F Horn in Eb Trumpet 1 Trumpet 2 Trombone (Bass clef) Trombone (Treble clef) Timpani Drum Kit Percussion 1 Percuission 2 Percussion 3.Strings (Violin 1 Violin 2 Violin 3 Viola Cello Bass)Orchanics 2 contains:-Marching through Mud (Richard Ling); When I was a lad (from HMS Pinafore); Ghost Ride (Richard Ling); Largo (Dvorak); Battle Zone (Richard Ling); Persian March (J Strauss II); Lazy Horse (Richard Ling); Good King Wenceslas.

Stuart MacRae's Old Certainties was commissioned by Wolsey Orchestra Ipswich with generous funding from the Performing Rights Society Foundation New Works Award and first performed 10th October 2009 by Wolsey Orchestra conducted by Anthony Weeden in Ipswich Corn Exchange.Score in CInstrumentation2 Flutes2 Oboes (2 Cor Anglais)2 Clarinets in Bb2 BassoonsContrabassoon4 Horns in F2 Trumpets in Bb3 Trombones (3 = Bass or Tenor)TimpaniPercussion (1 Player):Bass DrumTamtamChinese CymbalSuspended CymbalHi Hat3 WoodblocksStrings

The Harry Potter Symphonic Suite arranged for full orchestra by Jerry Brubaker. This medley based on the endearing themes from the box office smash hit Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone weaves the vivid imagery of the film with varied textures to produce a work that will be loved by all. Wonderful symphonic literature certain to be a hit on any concert program. Duration 7:20. Score and all parts. 1 Conductor 1 1st C Flute/C Piccolo (Alto Flute Opt. Recorder) 1 2nd C Flute (Opt. Recorder) 2 Oboe (English Horn) 1 1st Bb Clarinet 1 2nd Bb Clarinet 1 Bb Bass Clarinet 2 Bassoons 1 1st Horn In F 1 2ndHorn In F 1 3rd Horn In F 1 4th Horn In F 1 1st Bb Trumpet 1 2nd Bb Trumpet 1 3rd Bb Trumpet 1 1st Trombone 1 2nd Trombone 1 3rd Trombone 1 Tuba 4 Percussion 1 (Orchestra Bells Xylophone Antique Bells Marimba Glockenspiel) 1 Percussion 2 (Hand Drums Antique Bells Timpani) 4 Percussion 3 (Vibraphone Chimes Small Tuned Drums Tambourine Snare Drum Suspended Cymbal) 4 Percussion 4 (Suspended Cymbal Small Tambourine Small Triangle Tam-Tam Bass Drum Crash Cymbals) 1 Celeste 1 Harp 8 1st Violin 8 2nd Violin 5 Viola 5 Cello 5 String Bass

Score-William Schuman's Prayer In Time Of War for Orchestra. Study score.This work was first performed under the title 'Prayer-1943' by the Pittsburg Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Fritz Reiner on February 26 1943.Duration: approx 15 minutes.Instrumentation:3 Flutes (3rd Flute interchangeable with Piccolo)2 OboesEnglish Horn2 Clarinets in B-flat2 Bassoons4 Horns in F3 Trumpets in C3 TrombonesTubaTimpaniPercussion (Bass Drum Cymbals Gong Snare Drum)Violin IViolin IIViolaVioloncelloBass

Score-Wallingford Riegger's Music For Orchestra Op. 50.Instrumentation:3 Flutes (III. also Piccolo)2 OboesEnglish Horn2 Clarinets in Bb2 BassoonsContra Bassoon4Horns3 Trumpets3 TrombonesTubaTimpaniPercussion (Snare Drum Cymbals Bass Drum)