Madrigals are vocal compositions and can be traced back to 13th Century Italy. During the latter part of the 16th Century Nicholas Yonge of St. Paul's Cathedral in London published a collection of Italian Madrigals and translated the words into English. Thomas Morley organist of St. Pauls and around the same time as nicholas Yonge wrote many of the finest madrigals of this the greatest madrigal period. It was a very rich period of English musical compoosition made so by such illustrious names as Byrd Gibbons Tallis and Weelkes. Madrigal societies are still active and date from 1741 when the first was formed in the City of London. America also has participated in therevival of singing madrigals and has activated madrigal singing in universities and high schools.

This collection of English Christmas carols arranged by Star Edwards is a warming welcome to the season of festive cheer. Basked in tradition each and every carol will fill your seasonal celebrations with merrimentand joy.These timeless classics are a delight to play providing hours of entertainment year after year. The carols in 'English Carols for Celtic Harp' are arranged for the Folk Harp which beginners andadvanced beginners can play to usher in the gifts of this magical season.All of the carols in this book are provided with Guitar chords fingering and brackets suitable for nylon and wire strung folk harps arranged usingstandard bass patterns. Six songs contain lever changes which also provide a simple visual aid for smooth transitions. The carols are in the keys of F C G and D. Included with this book is a bonus song arranged for two harps perfect for beginners.

Composed in 12/8 and entirely in one energetic tempo this masterful work is a musical tribute to the late Sir Malcolm Arnold one of the most notable English composers of our time. The opening section features a variety of shortsolo statements of the theme which then leads to well-timed and impressive declarations from the entire ensemble. Within in the confines of this brief yet impressive work Richard manages to skillfully capture feelings of bothseriousness and playfulness. Along an English Countryside is wonderful as a program opener for festival or contest. Dur: 2:55

Purcell-Michael Pilkington continues his authoritative and painstakingly comprehensive complete guide to the English song tradition. This edition features catalogue musical and editorial details for every song written by one of England's greatest composers Henry Purcell. This reference source is not only ideal for all singers and musicians working with the English song canon but is also an invaluable scholarly resource.

John W. Duarte (1919-2004) was a British guitarist composer and music journalist. Having received a degree in Chemistry his fascination with the endless possibilities of the Guitar caused him to abandon science infavour of music. Despite having never formally studied music he is regarded as one of the foremost composers for Guitar of the 20th century. His English Suite No. 4 was composed for Flute (orRecorder) and Guitar and published in 1979 as his opus 82. Scored in three movements it makes use of traditional English folksongs: All in a Garden Green/The Rambling Sailor - Scarborough Fair - The Two Magicians.

This is a spellbinding collection of ten songs by English composer Sir Charles Hubert Hastings Parry. Over the entire course of his life he wrote a vast number of works based on English Lyric poems; often concerning Love Romance; and this volume represents just a small portion of his remarkable output. This is the second book in the series and contains settings of songs for High Voice with Piano accompaniment.

32 Traditional Pieces-English Folk Tunes presents a collection of beautiful pieces for solo Piano drawn from the rich tradition of English folk music. Experienced author and arranger Barrie Carson-Turner provides notes on all of the pieces explaining their background and history.The volume is accompanied by a CD with a recording of all tunes. German and French translations of all texts are available as pdf downloads from the Schott Music website. Suitable for players of grades 3-8.Part of the best selling World Music series which also includes music from England Ireland Scotland Eastern Europe America Argentina India China and Korea.

Delius Bridge And Somervell-This series which aims to cover the whole repertoire of English song is designed not merely as a practical guide for singers and teachers but also to be of use to the ever-increasing number of students wishing to study particular areas of the subject - the music the poetry or both.Each piece features a full description and commentary providing detailed information of the song's origin and nature. This is an invaluable anthology presenting the enormous repertoire available but unfortunately little known to those who should be most concerned - English singers themselves.This edition is a comprehensive guide to the songs of Bridge Delius andSomervell.The description of each song includes its tonality range meter and duration.

La communauté Songbook offre 100 chansons avec des mots, des cordes et des accompagnements piano. English songs, chansons écossais, irlandais chansons, chansons gallois, chants sacrés, chansons festives, chansons de plantation, chansons américains, comptines, tours et captures, chansons de mer et soldat chansons. Un livre essentiel ' poche ' récemment réédité./ Recueil / Voix

This matching folio for A Royal Night Out features selections from the original music of the film composed by the renowned Paul Englishby. Arranged for solo Piano the beautiful music fits the Royal themeperfectly making it an absolute joy to play. The film sees the young Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret venturing out of Buckingham Palace during the VE day celebrations. The music reflects the comic dramathat the film portrays with the celebratory mood after the Victory in Europe. The film has been acclaimed by critics and audiences alike for acting direction but also the beautifully fitting originalscore.? This songbook includes 17 selections from the film that underscore key moments such as Margaret Goes to Chelsea Café In Paris Elizabeth Asks Trafalgar Square?and ofcourse Princess Elizabeth (Opening Titles). Not only does A Royal Night Out include fantastic engravings of these wonderful pieces it also features a foreword by composer PaulEnglishby?himself in which he details his compositional process in fascinating detail as well as some wonderful full colour shots from the film. Boasting some lovely music inspired by theperiod combining swinging jazz as well as an intimacy for the portrayal of Elizabeth the score for A Royal Night Out?is highly enjoyable playing allowing you to relive those dramatic and comic moments fromthe film at your own Piano.

Studio Ghibli Songs for Alto Sax Vol.1/English. 8 arrangements for solo alto saxophone and piano from 8 Ghibli Cinemas.

Contrasting colors and varied orchestration techniques make this majestic setting of OH LITTLE TOWN OF BETHLEHEM come alive for Christmas. Of the three different tunes that are commonly associated with the original carol text this arrangement uses the melody that?s best known in England. ENGLISH CAROL FANTASY remains entirely accessible to bands at this level and plenty of cueing makes sure it?s useful for ensembles of all shapes and sizes. Feature your deserving young trumpet section leader on the easy solo or let the entire first trumpet section play it soli. The low woodwinds and brass also get some ?well doubled? exposure so playing this one will be fun for all.Try it!

An anthology of 20th century songs published in collaboration with The Association of English Singers and Speakers.