Part I, II, III and IV. Composed by Alex Poelman. The Best Original Compositions for Concert Band/Catalogue Master Works Vol. 1. Molenaar Masterpieces. Recorded on The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (ML.311080720). Full set. Duration 20 minutes, 58 seconds. Published by Molenaar Edition (ML.012792100).

Books and Journals

SKU: UT.APS-7

Edited by Simone Ciolfi. Paperback (Soft Cover). Ad Parnassum Studies. Essays by Mathias Auclair, Jean-Christophe Branger, Simone Ciolfi, Matthew Franke, Vincent Giroud, Stephanie Klauk, Hugh Macdonald, Jurgen Maehder, Claire Paolacci, Jann Pasler, Marco Pollaci, Alban Ramaut, Manuela Rita, Tommaso Sabbatini, Sabine Teulon L. Classical. Books and Journals. Ut Orpheus #APS 7. Published by Ut Orpheus (UT.APS-7).

ISBN 9788881094912. 6.5 x 9.5 inches.

Saggi di Mathias Auclair, Jean-Christophe Branger, Simone Ciolfi, Matthew Franke, Vincent Giroud, Stephanie Klauk, Hugh Macdonald, Jürgen Maehder, Claire Paolacci, Jann Pasler, Marco Pollaci, Alban Ramaut, Manuela Rita, Tommaso Sabbatini, Sabine Teulon Lardic


The Mediterranean world represented an inspiring cultural and social environment Jules Massenet. It provided him, in his operas and instrumental music, with characters and scenes that enabled him to interpret the spiritual and psychological tensions of the late Romantic period.
For Massenet the Mediterranean world had broad boundaries in both time and place; it included Roman history, the antique Orient, and also the South of Spain, Italy and France, with their magical, sometimes sinful, nuances. Consequently, Massenet’s engagement with Mediterranean culture is dual-faceted, encompassing antique Roman and Oriental societies, with their mysterious, sensual suggestions useful for passionate opera plots, and contemporary Mediterranean societies, suitable for a more picturesque approach.
This book reflects these two tendencies. The essays analyse the basic duality, but also introduce an additional viewpoint: the reception of Massenet’s music in his contemporary Mediterranean world. The analytical approaches represent an enquiry into the reception of Mediterranean compositional theory in Massenet’s training.
The figure of Massenet and his music has been neglected by scholarship over the last two decades. This book aims to fill this gap with a subject not tied exclusively to music but encompassing the impact of a specific cultural dimension on the composer and his music. This dimension is broad in time and place, but no less specific for this breadth. This novel approach is one we have tried to maintain throughout the contributions. Although the enquiry is never-ending, the contributors hope that their combined effort as embodied in this book might provide a basis for further research.

Concert Band - Grade 4

SKU: AP.49983

Composed by Adrian B. Sims. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Concert Band. Programmatic. Score and Part(s). Duration 7:00. Alfred Music #00-49983. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49983).

ISBN 9781470659288. UPC: 038081576541. English.

An Ancient World, by Adrian B. Sims, imagines the ruins of a past civilization. The work explores the mysterious and fascinating landscapes that were once so beautiful. Reawakened in a new light, the world reignites with energy. After a final mourning of that which was lost and can never be restored, (measures 95--130), the work lives out the essence of ancient royalty with one last celebratory musical statement. (7:00).

Harmonica - Intermediate-Advanced

SKU: MB.20943M

Composed by David Barrett. Saddle-stitched, Style, Harmonica: Diatonic. School of Blues. Blues Harp. Book and online audio. 80 pages. Mel Bay Publications, Inc #20943M. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.20943M).

ISBN 9780786690206. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

Improvising Blues Harmonica, by authors David Barrett and John Garcia, is a groundbreaking method explaining the mysterious world of improvising. This book and recording cover: chorus forms; what licks, riffs, melodies and phrases are made of; scale and chord theory; concepts for soloing focus notes ; phrase shaping; accompaniment playing; hooks, heads and bridges; elements that add unity to an instrumental; instrumental song analysis; learning solos note for note and retaining licks. Concepts in this material have been proven over a decade of private lessons and workshops held around the world. If you are looking to go the next step in your soloing skills, this material will take you there. For intermediate and advanced blues harmonica players. Recording uses C and A major diatonic harmonicas. Examples presented in the book are played by the authors. Full-length study songs are also included. 80 pages in length with access to online audio.

Band - Grade 1

SKU: CF.BPS76F

Composed by Sean O'Loughlin. Beginning Performance Series. Full score. With Standard notation. 16 pages. Carl Fischer Music #BPS76F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.BPS76F).

ISBN 9780825892318. UPC: 798408092313. 9 x 12 inches.

Hidden World is a dynamic composition for the beginning band, containing great performance and teaching opportunities. The opening motive is loosely based on the first gesture in Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1. In the concerto, that gesture is very heroic, but also explores a more mysterious side. An excellent choice for contest or festival.

Flute, Clarinet, Percussion, Piano Chamber, Guitar, Violin, Cello

SKU: HL.14036215

Composed by Hans Abrahamsen. Music Sales America. Classical. Score. 36 pages. Music Sales #KP00054. Published by Music Sales (HL.14036215).

ISBN 9788759875384. Danish.

Winternach was written in1976-78 and the title was taken from a poem by the Austrian poet Georg Trakl. The four movements, which are all very precise and dreamingly poetic, are almost classical in terms of clarity and discipline in orchestration and form: hence the dedication of the third movement to Igor Stravinsky. However, the music has a strong impressionistic quality as well: four introverted still lifes of the velvety, dark iceness of a silvery winter night (one can veritably sense the fairy-tale-like sleigh ride in the two outer movements). The second movement is dedicated to the eccentric lithographer M.C. Escher and the first and last movements are both dedicated to Georg Trakl. As in the well-known orchestral work, Stratifications, we can enjoy Amrahamsen's fiscination with having several events occur simultaneously: a thoughtful as well as playful multilayered quality mirrors the poetic and mysterious worlds of painting, literature, nature and most important of all: music.

Composed by Michael Hopkins. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Part(s); Score. 144 pages. Duration 4:20. Belwin Music #00-45831. Published by Belwin Music (AP.45831).

Flute and piano

SKU: M7.APUE-516315

Edited by Karen North. Score with online audio files. Score and part. 160 pages. MDS (Music Distribution Services) #APUE 516315. Published by MDS (Music Distribution Services) (M7.APUE-516315).

ISBN 9781875516315.

These musical gems offer a diverse array of musical styles, ensuring a rich and engaging journey into the world of flute music. From lyrical melodies to lively dances, each piece has been crafted to nurture both technique and expressive playing, exploring the beauty and versatility of the flute. There are biographies of all the composers at the end of the flute part, as well as notes and helpful performance suggestions for each work. Free Flute and Piano recordings, and Piano backing tracks for every piece can be found on YouTube at 'theyoungfluteplayer' (no spaces) channel, see the playlist for Lyrical Flute Miniatures. You can also find the link and further information at www.allegromusicpublishing.com/flutemusic Lyrical Flute Miniatures will delight students, flute teachers, and audiences alike, a valuable addition to your Flute repertoire!

Beginning/Intermediate. This is the culmination of Jamey's 30 years as one of the world's leading jazz exponents. Volume 1 has unlocked the mysteries of jazz improv for a whole generation of musicians who previously had nowhere to turn for competent rhythm sections and accurate instruction. Features 9 demonstration tracks of Jamey playing the exercises and soloing. The importance of the basic exercises becomes more apparant when you actually hear how the phrases are supposed to sound, and Jamey's solos are the perfect demonstration of how to solo with the CD. ...