By James Niblock. For violin and clarinet. 2 scores. 8 pages. Duration 3 minutes 15 seconds. Published by Brotons and Mercadal

Composed by Various. Collection - Full. Universal Edition #UE038080. Published by Universal Edition

Organ (Organ)

SKU: HL.48180057

[Concert Variations for Organ]. Composed by Joseph Bonnet. Leduc. Classical. Softcover. 11 pages. Alphonse Leduc #AL14123. Published by Alphonse Leduc (HL.48180057).

UPC: 888680795702. 9.0x12.0x0.075 inches.

Composer and organist, Joseph Bonnet (1884-1944) is considered one of the most major French pipe organ players. It is no surprise, therefore, that his Concert Variations for Organ are very well informed. Following his studies at the Paris Conservatoire, Bonnet took over as concert organist at the institution. Concert Variations for Organ was compiled in 1906, soon after his graduation. The work begins with a helpful index of the organ registrations and performance directions. Concert Variations begins with a virtuosic, cadenza-like theme in E minor. Following this, four variations are heard, all containing contrast in organ sound, tonality and exploited melody and rhythm. For all advanced, aspiring organists, Bonnet's Concert Variations is an essential addition to the repertoire.

Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). Edited by Frank Buchstein and Hans Schmidt. For Piano Four Hands. Henle Music Folios. Softcover. 76 pages. G. Henle #HN568. Published by G. Henle

14 In-Depth Lessons for Players of All Levels. String Letter Publishing. Book and CD Package. With notes and tablature. Published by String Letter Publishing.

Band concert band - Grade 5

SKU: KJ.GB893F

Composed by Thomas Root. Conservatory Editions. Score. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #GB893F. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.GB893F).

Festive Variations on Lasst uns Erfreuen, is based freely on the German chorale melody more commonly known as All Creatures of Our God and King. In five variations, this work begins with an Allegro introduction in 6/8, followed by a serene statement of the theme. The first variation reflects the 6/8 optimism of the introduction. The second has a more majestic texture in 3/4 time, featuring brass and percussion. The third variation is a scherzo, fairly fragmentary and more disjunct than the others. This is the most academic of the variations. The fourth is a gentle ballad freely based on the first four notes of the melody. The fifth variation returns to the complete melody, found in a fugato with variations within. Before the work concludes, the original introduction and theme are restated in their first form, followed by a coda based on the introductory motive.

Performed by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827), edited by Blake Neely, Richard Walters. For solo piano. Format: piano solo book. With standard notation and introductory text. Classical period and romantic period. 224 pages. 9x12 inches. Published by Hal Leonard.

Composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. For solo piano. Format: piano solo book. Romantic period. Series: The World's Great Classical Music. 216 pages. 9x12 inches. Published by Hal Leonard.

The Piano Bench of Easy Classical Music arranged by Amy Appleby. For Piano Solo. Music Sales America. Classical. Softcover. 400 pages. Music Sales #AM967549. Published by Music Sales

Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 5

SKU: BT.DHP-0960790-010

Composed by Jacob De Haan. Concert and Contest Collection CBHA. Concert Piece. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 1996. De Haske Publications #DHP 0960790-010. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-0960790-010).

This composition is based on a passacaglia theme, in which artistic perfection, symphonic drama and oriental melody lines play a role. The passacaglia is originally a dance made up of a series of variations above a bass line constantly present as an ostinato. It is not in this sense that the Symphonic Variations are in the passacaglia form but in the sense of the open form of the variations. Jacob de Haan, himself originally an organist, took his inspiration for this piece from the famous passacaglia for organ in C-minor by J.S. Bach. Following the introduction of the passacaglia theme (in the bass) the entry by the trumpets and trombones forms the majestic start to amusical adventure, in which this theme (often fragmentary) returns in variations. Then there follow two faster movements with dramatic contrasts and virtuose passages. Particularly striking here is the use of two characteristic intervals from the beginning of the theme namely the minor second and the augmented fourth. An apause in the composition comes in the slow bridge where a syncopated bourdon (perfect fifth) is constantly repeated. The tension grows in dynamics and harmony, and the oriental-flavour becomes obvious in the melody. We arrive at a faster movement via an accelerando, in which a perpetuum mobile based on the passacaglia theme is central. Finally the whole flows into a martial theme, in which the ostinato accompaniment n the descant derives from the passacaglia theme.

String Quartet

SKU: PR.16400222S

Composed by Dan Welcher. Full score (study). With Standard notation. Duration 11 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #164-00222S. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.16400222S).

UPC: 680160037841.

This work follows my Quartet No. 1 by five years. In terms of style and aesthetic aim, however, it seems light years away. Where the first work, a 28-minute, four-movement piece, took aim at cosmic conflicts and heroic resolutions, the present work is intended as a kind of divertissment. Harbor Music lasts a mere eleven minutes, is cast in a single movement with six sections, and should leave both performers and listeners with a feeling of good humor and affection.   The title comes from my experience as a guest in the magnificent city of Sydney, Australia. One of its most attractive features is its unique system of ferry boats: the city is laid out around a large, multi-channeled harbor, with destinations more easily approached by water than by land. Consequently, inhabitants of Sydney get around on small, people-friendly boats that come and go from the central docks at Circular Quay. During a week's visit in 1991, I must have boarded these boats at least a dozen times, always bound for a new location - the resort town of Manley, or the Zoo at Taronga Park, or the shopping district at Darling Harbour.   In casting about for a form for my second string quartet, a kind of loose rondo came to mind. Each new destination would be approached from the same starting-out point (although there are subtle variations in the repeating theme; it's always in a new key, and the texture is never the same). The result, I hope, is a sense of constant new information presented with introductory frames of a more familiar nature.   The embarkation theme, which begins the piece, is a sort of bi-tonal fanfare in which the violins are in G major and the viola and cello are in B-flat major. It is bold, eager, and forward-looking. The first voyage maintains this bi-tonality, beginning as a 9/8 due for second violin and viola in a kind of rocking motion -much as a boat produces when reaching the deeper water in the harbor. A sweet, nostalgic theme emerges over this rocking accompaniment. This music is developed somewhat, then transforms quickly into a much faster and lighter episode, filled with rising and falling scales (again, in differing keys). A scherzando interlude in short notes and changing meters provides contrast, and the episode ends with a reprise of the scales.   The second embarkation follows, this time in A major/C major. It leads quickly into a very warm and slow theme, in wide-leaping intervals for the viola. This section is interrupted twice by solo cadenzas for the cello, suggesting distant boat-horns in major thirds. The end of the episode becomes a transition, with boat-horns leading into the final appearance of the embarkation music, this time in trills and tremolos instead of sharply accented chords. The nostalgic theme of the first episode makes a final appearance, serving now as a coda. The rocking motion continues, in a lullaby fashion, leaving us drowsy and satisfied on our homeward journey.   Harbor Music was written for the Cavani Quartet, and is dedicated to Richard J. Bogomolny. Commissioned by his employees at First National Supermarkets as a gift, it represents a thank you from many of the people (including this composer) who have benefitted from his vision and generosity. An ardent advocate of chamber music (and a cellist himself), Mr. Bogomolny has for many years been Chairman of the Board of Chamber Music America. -- Dan Welcher.

(Clarinet and Piano Charles Neidich 21st Century Series for Clarinet). By Gioachino Rossini (1792-1868). Edited by Charles Neidich. For Clarinet, Piano Accompaniment (Score and Solo Part). LKM Music. 31 pages. Hal Leonard #S131012. Published by Hal Leonard

By Various. Arranged by Daniel Kelley. For Flute or Oboe or Violin in C. Quartets. Intermediate Music for Four. Classical. Level: Intermediate. Part 1. Published by Last Resort Music Publishing.

By Various. Arranged by Daniel Kelley. For Violin in C. Quartets. Intermediate Music for Four. Classical. Intermediate. Part 3. Published by Last Resort Music Publishing

Euphonium and Piano. By James Curnow. (EUPHONIUM). Curnow Concert Band Full Set. Published by Curnow Music.

A Complete Overview of Contemporary Jazz Drumming Book with Online Audio and Video. Percussion. Jazz Instruction. Softcover Media Online. 80 pages. Hudson Music #HDBK51. Published by Hudson Music

Intermediate to Early Advanced Works by 37 Composers. Edited by Maurice Hinson. Masterworks; Piano Collection. Alfred Masterwork Edition. 20th Century; Masterwork. Book. 208 pages. Alfred Music #00-21442. Published by Alfred Music

For piano. Music For Millions: Volume 37. Format: piano solo book. With fingerings. Baroque, classical period, romantic period and 20th century. 160 pages. 9x12 inches. Published by Music Sales

A Fun and Comprehensive Overview of Blues Bass Playing. By Matthew Liston. For Bass Guitar. Bass Guitar Method or Supplement. Blues. Book and CD. 128 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.