SKU: AY.PC3087PM

ISBN 9790543575639.

I spent more time on the creation of the Study in three movements than on other orchestral works that were longer. This usually surprises people who don't write. However, the more instrumental limitations, the more difficult it is to elaborate a wide and coherent musical discourse. That is what I tried to do in this work: to wake up the sleeping giant and let the drums sing reinforcing their tectonic character, their caustic rhythms and their ancestral accents. I kept the purpose of the technique, even if it looked sophisticated and using fresh ideas that are direct and instinctive. Miquel Pardo.

SKU: MN.50-6125

UPC: 688670561252. English.

The T. Tertius Noble tune ORA LABORA is given a grand treatment in this new anthem setting. The congregation may participate on the fourth and final verse in which we hear God's voice saying Well done, well done! The addition of the optional two trumpets and timpani lends a stately touch. Perfect for a commemorative occasion, the start or finish of a special project in the life of the church, or for general use.

SKU: GI.G-6902

ISBN 9781579995980. English.

“Those who study communication say that humor is the shortest distance between two people. If there is a shred of truth in that statement, you will quickly connect with Trey Reely’s latest contribution to the band director’s library, Mr. Holland on the Edge. Prepare yourself for some hearty laughing, you’ll quickly identify with many of the anecdotes by an author who walks his talk.” --Tim LautzenheiserJoin band humorist Trey Reely for a fresh and sometimes poignant look at the life of a band director. Having problems with marching band season? Read “Everything You Wanted to Know about Football But Were Afraid to Ask a Cheerleader” for an instant “fix.” Need some advice on matters musical and otherwise? Make sure to turn to “From the Files of Dear Abby.”The veritable Dave Barry of band, Trey Reely can tell a tale that hits just the right note—keep a copy handy for an instant laugh! Quality paperback, extensively illustrated, with a Foreword by John Knight.Trey Reely is Director of Bands at Paragould High School in Paragould, Arkansas. His other books include Mr. Holland Strikes Back: More Tales from the Musical Podium and Move Over Mr. Holland: Insights, Humor, and Philosophy on Music and Life. He has a regular column in The Instrumentalist magazine.“Most school band directors have a love/hate relationship with their profession. Most of the time they couldn’t imagine doing anything else--except when they have ‘one of those days.’ When you suffer from one of them, I highly recommend taking a couple of doses of Trey Reely before bed, and you won’t be calling anyone in the morning. His medicine will go down smoothly, and, at the dawn of a new day, you will realize that you are not alone. Trey has been there and done that and sees these shared experiences with a truly wicked sense of humor. At other times he is serious and philosophical with terrific suggestions that can help you as you labor in one of the most important jobs on the planet.” --David Newell, author and arranger A fresh and sometimes poignant look at the life of a band director.

SKU: HL.49044087

ISBN 9790001196963. German.

With Carl Friedrich Zelter's motet Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, Hermann Max, editor of the Choral Treasury series, has uncovered a real treasure. The three-verse text of the motet for mixed choir (SATB) and basso continuo was written by Friedrich Gottlob Klopstock who kept close to the Advent song of the same name by Philipp Nicolai. During Zelter's lifetime, the motet enjoyed great popularity. And quite rightly so: For the music teacher and friend of Goethe turned out to be a composer with an extraordinary sense of tone. An introductory choral movement is followed by a captivating bass aria which can be optionally sung by all basses of the choir. The piece culminates in an elaborate virtuoso fugue with an interwoven cantus firmus in the bass. A demanding, yet highly rewarding rarity in church music!

SKU: HL.49044071

ISBN 9790001199063. German.

With Carl Friedrich Zelter's motet Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme, Hermann Max, editor of the Choral Treasury series, has uncovered a real treasure. The three-verse text of the motet for mixed choir (SATB) and basso continuo was written by Friedrich Gottlob Klopstock who kept close to the Advent song of the same name by Philipp Nicolai. During Zelter's lifetime, the motet enjoyed great popularity. And quite rightly so: For the music teacher and friend of Goethe turned out to be a composer with an extraordinary sense of tone. An introductory choral movement is followed by a captivating bass aria which can be optionally sung by all basses of the choir. The piece culminates in an elaborate virtuoso fugue with an interwoven cantus firmus in the bass. A demanding, yet highly rewarding rarity in church music!

SKU: BT.MUSMS0358

Spanish.

Aprender las escalas, los arpegios, los clichés de los mejores músicos... es una cosa, pero crear un solo a la vez coherente, musical, interesante, vibrante y atractivo, respetando el contexto en el cual se toca,es otra cosa.

Y ésta es la meta que nuestro método quiere hacerle alcanzar. Aquí no se trata de aprender las herramientas melódicas de las que uno dispone (sobran los métodos sobre eltema), sino de la elaboración en sí de unos hermosos solos de guitarra.

La metodología que hemos adoptado es sencilla, lúdica y progresiva. El estudiante encontrará no menos de 14playbackscompletos (de 4, 8 y 12 medidas), con, para cada uno, 4 solos diferentes y de dificultad progresiva (o sea 56 solos en total). En realidad se trata siempre de la misma base que está desarrollada melódicamente,rítmicamente y técnicamente a lo largo de la progresión.

Dicho de manera más clara, el primer solo es básico, al alcance de todos, mientras que el último es más complejo.Pero, que quede claro, el verdadero solo no es solamente el último: a cada etapa corresponde un verdadero solo digno de ese nombre.

En el disco de datos incluido en el método (audios mp3 y vídeos mp4)encontrará para los 56 solos presentados en el método, la demostración en vídeo, a velocidad normal y luego más lenta, y también los múltiples playbacks correspondientes, enversión ?larga duración?, para que le dé tiempo a expresarse en ellos.

SKU: CF.YPS207F

ISBN 9781491152959. UPC: 680160910458.

Factory Child is a protest song against child sweatshops. The piece depicts the factory life of children laboring many hours a day and manufacturing the shoes and clothes that end up in American retail stores. Young performers will find this thought-provoking piece an excellent way to use their musical voice to affect change.
Factory Child is a protest song against child sweatshops. Written in memory of Mrs. Peterson, who loved children dearly, the piece depicts the factory life of children laboring 16+ hours a day, manufacturing the shoes and clothes that end up in American retail stores.Factory Child begins with factory sounds and an oppressive, repetitive pattern that supports the melody carried by the upper voices. The second section is composed of wistful, dream-like sounds and melodies that have traces of children’s songs that remind us that these children forced into labor would love to have the opportunity to play, attend school, and dream, but cannot and realistically have little hope for a life we consider normal.  The middle section gives way to more sounds from the factory. The climax is a raucous circus-like waltz using themes from both sections.The percussion parts can be covered by six players. Some players will need to cover two parts. Use someone from the wind section if you do not have six, as some of the parts, although important, are not very difficult. The second clarinet never goes over the break and the bass line is usually doubled in the euphonium as well as in the low reeds.This piece is an excellent way for young performers to use their musical voice to affect change. It is a great discussion starter for researching where our apparel comes from and why to stay away from some brands. It can also make students aware of the fantastic opportunity they have to attend school that children in other parts of the world do not. Young students will find this piece very thought provoking.Ed Kiefer .

SKU: AP.1-ADV11315

ISBN 9783892210641. UPC: 805095113150. English. [Gil Evans; Miles Davis] By Steve Lajoie.

Gil Evans & Miles Davis: Historic Collaborations 1957--1962 offers a first-time in-depth analysis of major works by Gil Evans and Miles Davis, including transcribed full scores for Blues for Pablo, New Rhumba, Bess, You Is My Woman, and Will O' the Wisp. It examines the historical context of these legendary collaborations and assesses their impact on jazz ensemble literature.