SKU: BT.DHP-1094826-140

9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.

After he had survived a heavy sea storm, John Newton (1725-1807), captain of a slave ship, became a priest and from then on he fought for the abolition of slavery. During his tenure he wrote several hymns, of which Amazing Grace certainly is the best known. The melody assumedly derives from a song by the African slaves. Takashi Hoshide has written a compelling arrangement of this beautiful melody.

Nachdem er einen heftigen Seesturm glücklich überlebt hatte, wurde John Newton (1725-1807), der bis dato Kapitän eines Sklavenschiffs gewesen war, Pfarrer und kämpfte fortan für die Abschaffung der Sklaverei. Während seiner Amtszeit schrieb er mehrere Kirchenlieder, von denen Amazing Grace sicherlich das bekannteste ist. Vermutlich stammt die Melodie von einem Lied der afrikanischen Sklaven. Takashi Hoshide schuf ein unwiderstehliches Arrangement für Blasorchester dieser schönen Melodie.

Après avoir survécu une violente tempête en mer, John Newton (1725-1807), marin de commerce et capitaine de navire négrier, devient pasteur et lutte pour l’abolition de l’esclavage. Durant son ministère, il écrivit plusieurs hymnes, dont l’intemporel Amazing Grace. Il est fort probable que l’air vienne d’une mélodie chantée par des esclaves africains. L’arrangement de Takashi Hoshide est purement irrésistible.

Dopo essere sopravissuto ad una violenta tempesta in mare, John Newton (1725-1807), capitano della propria nave e mercante di schiavi, divenne pastore e cominciò a battersi per l’abolizione della schiavitù. Scrisse diversi inni, il più celebre dei quali è Amazing Grace. L’aria è probabilmente ripresa da una melodia cantata dagli schiavi.

SKU: BT.DHP-1196115-020

English-German-French-Dutch.

Hora Est! (Latin for ‘it is time!’) was composed to bid adieu to Sjoerd de Boer’s following forty years as conductor of the Chr. Fanfare Band, based in the town of Wjelsryp in the Netherlands. In the Netherlands, this small phrase, hora est, is traditionally said upon awarding a university doctorate at graduation ceremonies. The composition was written with Sjoerd de Boer firmly in mind, mirroring various aspects of his life. The main motif of the work consists of three notes, forming his initials: S (Eb) D B. At a certain point, the music is interrupted by a thunderstorm and heavy rain (forever a bad omen: the debut for this work took place a day after such a deluge, but fortunately their open-air concert was met with clear blue skies.) The fanfare then plays an Italianesque march, with the motif of de Boer’s initials interwoven throughout. The work re-uses this motif twice towards the end of the piece as one might expect, by the saxophones to create a festive, driven and virtuosic atmosphere. Finally, the work comes to an end with the initials motif played across the ensemble in complete unison. The powerful closing chords symbolise a fond farewell to de Boer: a driven and extremely capable conductor whose musical mark on Concordia will be felt for years to come. Hora Est! is suitable as a contest piece and would be a definite highlight for any upcoming concert.

Hora Est! is gecomponeerd ter gelegenheid van het afscheid van Sjoerd de Boer als dirigent van Chr. Fanfarekorps Concordia uit Wjelsryp (Friesland), na maar liefst veertig jaar. Hora Est! is Latijn voor ‘Het is tijd!’. Het zinnetje wordt traditioneel uitgesproken bij een promotie tot doctor op de universiteit, op het moment dat de vastgestelde tijd voor verdediging van het proefschrift om is. De pedel komt dan binnen en stampt met zijn staf op de grond terwijl hij deze woorden roept. In dat opzicht verwijst de titel naar de voormalige universiteitsstad Franeker, de woonplaats van Sjoerd en de stad waar hij jaren lang leraar muziek was aan de christelijke scholengemeenschap. Anderzijds verwijst de titel naar zijn afscheid van Concordia: ‘Het is tijd!’.

SKU: CF.BAS75

ISBN 9781491146392. UPC: 680160903894. 9 x 12 inches. Key: D major.

Rays of Light is an upbeat, positive piece for developing ensembles inspired by the returning of light after a dark storm. Composer George Sweet has an indelible style that incorporates a fresh harmonic perspective with simple yet tuneful melodic gestures not commonly found in pieces for beginning ensembles. Every section of the orchestra is given a change to shine in this delightful new piece.

About Carl Fischer Beginning String Orchestra Series

This series of Grade 1 pieces is designed for first year string groups. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Limited parts (often 2nd violin and viola are the same part, cello and bass are same part)
• Limited keys and rhythms - only simple 8th note patterns
• Limited independence of parts
• Playable after limited study time
• First position and natural bowings
• Piano for rehearsal and reinforcement

SKU: PO.PE064

ISBN 9781877218644.

Written at the request of American marimbist Andy Harnsberger, the virtuosic Tangaroa (2001) exploits a number of contemporary performance techniques, making it an exciting showcase work for advanced percussionists. The mighty Pacific Ocean is the inspiration for Tangaroa, which is named after Polynesian god of the sea. In its surging ebb and flow, the music evokes the ocean in its many moods – from the gentle rippling of calm, sparkling waters to the turmoil of a chaotic storm.

SKU: CF.BPS109

ISBN 9781491147184. UPC: 680160904686. 9 x 12 inches.

Rays of Light is an upbeat, positive piece for developing ensembles inspired by the return of light after a dark storm. Composer George Sweet has an indelible style that incorporates a fresh harmonic perspective not commonly found in pieces at this level with simple, tuneful melodic gestures. Every section of the band is given a chance to shine in this delightful new piece for beginning band.

SKU: FG.042-08367-3

ISBN 979-0-042-08367-3.

Heininen has adapted two episodes sung by the Publisher in his opera The Knife into a short song cycle. After introducing the poet (that young man who smells of too much spring) the Publisher asks his army of poets to unveil their most astounding visions; the matinee develops into a stormy affair, and he tries to restore dignity with uplifting words.

SKU: BT.SLB-00586700

French.

Ce recueil - initialement publié en 1990 et révisée en 2010 - a été publié dans le but de satisfaire l’intérêt porté au jazz par de nombreux percussionnistes et notamment par les élèves des deuxième et troisième cycles des conservatoires. Il apporte au jeune vibraphoniste une ouverture vers le jazz par le biais de dix thèmes : quatre arrangements de standards (Stella by Starlight, After You, Softly as in a Morning Sunrise, Someday my Prince will Come), trois compostions originales (48 Incluse, 2 Points magenta, Mondeville) et trois transcriptions de thèmes écrits pour le piano (Crystal Silence, Prelude to a Kiss, Stormy Weather). Ces célèbres thèmes- qui sont précédés par une partie théorique consacrée aux gammes, modes et arpèges ainsi qu’aux principales marches harmoniques - peuvent être joués aussi bien en solo qu’accompagnés. la fin de l’ouvrage, une liste d’écoute est proposée.