Three Songs on Poems by Sandor Weores - for Voice and Piano. By Gyorgy Ligeti. Schott. Size 9.25x12 inches. 15 pages. Published by Schott.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Bongos, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Dumbek, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Finger Cymbals, Flute 1, Flute 2, Glockenspiel, Gong, Horn 1, Horn 2, Mallet Percussion 1, Mallet Percussion 2, Mallet Percussion 3 and more. - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CPS261

Composed by Patrick Glenn Harper. Cps. Set of Score and Parts. 8+8+4+8+8+8+4+4+4+4+4+4+4 +4+4+4+4+8+8+6+4+8+1+2+2+ 2+4+8+4+32 pages. Duration 5:22. Carl Fischer Music #CPS261. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CPS261).

ISBN 9781491161272. UPC: 680160919864.

Sahar a is an exciting programmatic work for concert band that musically paints a picture of a fantastical desert crossing in three contrasting sections. The first section depicts a large caravan moving across the giant dunes. The second section describes a visit to a palace in a mystical oasis city. The third section brings the piece to an epic close as the caravan outruns a sandstorm to reach their final destination. Performance Notes You may use a set of congas in addition to or in lieu of the dumbek part to bring out that pitched drum sound. At m. 4, emphasize the accented quarter notes in the horns and euphonium. Measures 17-26, make sure that the sixteenth note marimba part is heard clearly. In measures 48-92, this entire middle section may be played in a rubato style at the director's discretion to achieve maximum musical expression. Be sure to emphasize the crescendo-decrescendo dynamics in this entire section. In measures 56-61, be sure that the syncopated flute and clarinet parts are heard clearly. and the flute and oboe are heard as well mm. 76-81. The descending eighth notes in the bass clarinet and tuba part should be brought out in mm. 76-81. Measures 109-112, make sure to bring out the trills in the Flute and oboe parts and sustain them all the way through the measure with a release immediately on beat 1 of the following measure. And finally, mm. 125-126, emphasize the F Horn and Alto Saxophone parts.
Sahara is an exciting programmatic work for concert band that musically paints a picture of a fantastical desert crossing in three contrasting sections. The first section depicts a large caravan moving across the giant dunes. The second section describes a visit to a palace in a mystical oasis city. The third section brings the piece to an epic close as the caravan outruns a sandstorm to reach their final destination.Performance NotesYou may use a set of congas in addition to or in lieu of the dumbek part to bring out that pitched drum sound. At m. 4, emphasize the accented quarter notes in the horns and euphonium. Measures 17-26, make sure that the sixteenth note marimba part is heard clearly. In  measures 48-92, this entire middle section may be played in a rubato style at the director’s discretion to achieve maximum musical expression. Be sure to emphasize the crescendo-decrescendo dynamics in this entire section. In measures 56-61, be sure that the syncopated flute and clarinet parts are heard clearly. and the flute and oboe are heard as well mm. 76-81. The descending eighth notes in the bass clarinet and tuba part should be brought out in mm. 76-81.Measures 109-112, make sure to bring out the trills in the Flute and oboe parts and sustain them all the way through the measure with a release immediately on beat 1 of the following measure. And finally, mm. 125-126, emphasize the F Horn and Alto Saxophone parts.

Composed by Markus Miklos, Mathilde Giraud, Lajos Bardos. Collection. Secular. Choir part. 118 pages. Published by Editions a Coeur Joie (CJ.A135300071).

Composed by Frederic Chopin (1810-1849). Edited by Joseph Banowetz. Book; Graded Standard Repertoire; Masterworks; Piano Collection. Alfred Masterwork Edition. Form: Scherzo. Masterwork; Romantic. 108 pages. Published by Alfred Music (AP.45324).

By Soon Hee Newbold. FJH String Orchestra. A vast and mighty empire for thousands of years, the ancient Egyptian civilization has intrigued and fascinated the modern world with its art, culture, and amazing architecture. The Great Sphinx, giant pyramids, and statues of pharaohs are the powerful images of Egypt. From King Tut to Cleopatra, ancient Egypt continues to be an influence on societies of today. Level: Grade 4. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc.

Chamber Music Trombone, Piano

SKU: PR.114414450

Man vs. Machine. Composed by Adolphus Hailstork. Sws. Folk. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. Composed 2009. 24+8 pages. Duration 12 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #114-41445. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.114414450).

ISBN 9781598064087. UPC: 680160597635. 9x12 inches.

Inspired by the tale of a legendary folk hero, Adolphus Hailstork’s tour-de-force for trombone and piano is a riveting portrayal of the steely strength and stamina of John Henry, a former slave who helped build the American railroads and ultimately outperformed a steam engine. This composition uses quotes from the spiritual Every Time I Feel the Spirit and the folk song The Ballad of John Henry. For advanced players. Duration: 13’_______________ _________________________ __Text on the scanned back cover:JOHN HENRY'S BIG(MAN vs. MACHINE)FOR TROMBONE AND PIANOInspired by the tale of the legendary hero, Adolphus Hailstork’s tour-de-force for trombone and piano is a riveting portrayal of the steely strength and stamina of John Henry, a former slave who helped build the American railroads and ultimately outperformed a steam engine.
PROGRAM NOTES by the ComposerJohn Henry was born a slave in the 1840’s or 1850’s. It is important to remember that no one knows for sure if John Henry existed or is a tall tale created by writers. That is one of the things that makes the legend so intriguing.According to the legend, he grew to stand 6 feet tall, 200 pounds – a giant in that day.Though the story of John Henry sounds like the quintessential tall tale, it is certainly based, at least in part, on historical circumstance. There are disputes as to where the legend originates. Some place John Henry in West Virginia, while recent research suggests Alabama. Still, all share a similar back-story.In order to construct the railroads, companies hired thousands of men to smooth out terrain and cut through obstacles that stood in the way of the proposed tracks. One such chore that figures heavily into some of the earliest John Henry ballads is the blasting of the Big Bend Tunnel, more than a mile straight through a mountain in West Virginia.Steel-drivinâ� �™ men like John Henry used large hammers and stakes to pound holes into the rock, which were were then filled with explosives that would blast a cavity deeper and deeper into the mountain. In the folk ballads, the central event took place under such conditions. Eager to reduce costs and speed up progress, some tunnel engineers were using steam drills to power their way into the rock. According to the great American tall tales, on hearing of the machine, John Henry challenged the steam drill to a contest. He won, but died of exhaustion, his life cut short by his own superhuman effort.This composition uses quotes from the spiritual Every Time I Feel the Spirit and the folk song The Ballad of John Henry.JOHN HENRY’S BIG was composed for trombonist David Jackson.

By Soon Hee Newbold. String Orchestra. FJH String Orchestra. A vast and mighty empire for thousands of years, the ancient Egyptian civilization has intrigued and fascinated the modern world with its art, culture, and amazing architecture. The Great Sphinx, giant pyramids, and statues of pharaohs are the powerful images of Egypt. From King Tut to Cleopatra, ancient Egypt continues to be an influence on societies of today. Score for this title: ST6118S. Extra part for this title: ST6118P. Level: 4. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc.

(12 Original Piano Solos for Early-Level Pianists). By Elvina Truman Pearce. For Piano. Piano Collection. WB Solo Library. Level: Elementary. Book. 20 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Ketèlbey’s most popular works appear to be a series of programmatic Orchestral tone poems, like this one based on a verse from his own poem In A Monastery Garden and rendered in G for easy Piano. Composer and arranger Albert WKetèlbey is now almost unknown except for his work Bells Across the Meadows, but until the time of the Second World War, he strode the country’s musical stage like a giant of light musical entertainment. In 1929, he was declared‘Britainâ� ��™s greatest composer’ according to the number of performances of his works. Over the course of his career, he was a church Organist, musical director at London’s Vaudeville Theatre, editor to several music publishingfirmsand Music Director of the Columbia Gramophone Company.Arranger, composer and pianist John Schaum was an American educator who, frustrated with the lack of appropriate works for his students, created his own books. Over hiscareer, he arranged hundreds of works for student pianists and they are still in use today

Guitar - intermediate

SKU: MB.30666M

Hawaiian, Saddle-stitched. Slack Key. Book and online audio. 96 pages. Mel Bay Publications, Inc #30666M. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.30666M).

ISBN 9781513462851. 8.75x11.75 inches.

The Hawaiian word for slack key guitar, kÄ« hōâ??alu, means to â??loosen the keyâ? or retune some of the strings to create a harmonious sound with an open or alternate tuning. Slack key is a fingerpicking style characterized by strong alternating bass lines played with the thumb. While slack key can be played on any guitar, most players prefer a nylon- or steel-stringed acoustic instrument.

This book presents 25 intermediate to advanced traditional and original tunes in the Hawaiian slack key style. Melodies are often harmonized in sixths or thirds played with or without double stops. Techniques like syncopated bass lines, hammer-ons, pull-offs, slides, and harmonics are tastefully employed to evoke the images of ocean breezes, swaying palms, hula dancers and white sandy beaches.

The author writes, â??Unless you grew up playing slack key, itâ??s hard to get from the material presented in most books and DVDs to a fluid, play-it-your-own-way style.â? This book seeks to reveal the insights the author has gleaned from studying and jamming with some of the giants of the slack key style, and help you develop a style all your own.

Includes access to online audio tracks of all 25 relaxing but challenging Hawaiian slack key tunes.

Piano - Level 10

SKU: FH.C6R10

Celebration Series, Sixth Edition. Method book. The Frederick Harris Music Company #C6R10. Published by The Frederick Harris Music Company (FH.C6R10).

ISBN 9781554409426.

The Celebration Series, Sixth Edition will inspire students at every level with its comprehensive collection of graded repertoire and etudes. Carefully curated and edited to support teachers and students in artistic and technical development, this 22-book series provides an engaging compilation of music--from beloved classics to newly commissioned works. New to this series are never-before published works from popular Canadian and US composers that will enhance the musical journey. Each book includes high-quality recordings, easily accessible online, to inspire students and teachers.

The Repertoire books provide students with a wide selection of outstanding pieces. This series provides a representative collection of repertoire from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary style periods. With composers from more than 20 countries, these volumes are the ultimate resource for examinations, recitals, festivals, competitions, auditions, and personal enjoyment.

About Celebration Series - Frederick Harris Music

Celebration Series is a comprehensive series of graded repertoire and etudes for piano. This outstanding collection of music from the Baroque era to the present day provides thoroughly engaging teaching and learning materials. Each book includes high-quality recordings, easily accessible online, to inspire students and teachers.