Orchestra Cello, Contrabass, Timpani, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2 - Grade 4.5

SKU: CF.SAS9F

Finale. Composed by Emilie Mayer. Arranged by Lauren Taylor. Full score. 20 pages. Duration 5:12. Carl Fischer Music #SAS9F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.SAS9F).

ISBN 9781491163221. UPC: 680160921973. Key: D minor.

Despite an impressive body of work, little is known about German composer Emilie Mayer (1812-1883). Mayer studied composition with Carl Loewe after the death of her parents, writing a total of eight symphonies, eight violin sonatas, twelve cello sonatas, six piano trios, seven string quartets, seven orchestral overtures, and numerous works for piano and voice. Mayer's works were acclaimed in Germany and she toured frequently performing her music, an unheard of practice for a single woman at the time. Regrettably, however, most of her work remained unpublished at the time of her death. Written in her 30s, Mayer's stormy fourth and final movement from her second symphony reveals her bold Romantic style and growing confidence as a composer. Arranged for string orchestra and timpani, this movement was painstakingly drawn from the handwritten score, offering a profound opportunity for students to experience the music of this incredible composer for the first time.

Orchestra Cello, Contrabass, Timpani, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2 - Grade 4.5

SKU: CF.SAS9

Finale. Composed by Emilie Mayer. Arranged by Lauren Taylor. Set of Score and Parts. Duration 5:12. Carl Fischer Music #SAS9. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.SAS9).

ISBN 9781491162880. UPC: 680160921638. Key: D minor.

Despite an impressive body of work, little is known about German composer Emilie Mayer (1812-1883). Mayer studied composition with Carl Loewe after the death of her parents, writing a total of eight symphonies, eight violin sonatas, twelve cello sonatas, six piano trios, seven string quartets, seven orchestral overtures, and numerous works for piano and voice. Mayer's works were acclaimed in Germany and she toured frequently performing her music, an unheard of practice for a single woman at the time. Regrettably, however, most of her work remained unpublished at the time of her death. Written in her 30s, Mayer's stormy fourth and final movement from her second symphony reveals her bold Romantic style and growing confidence as a composer. Arranged for string orchestra and timpani, this movement was painstakingly drawn from the handwritten score, offering a profound opportunity for students to experience the music of this incredible composer for the first time.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4856-01

Composed by Jarvis. Young Concert Band. Extra full score. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4856-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4856-01).

This original rock-style power ballad is a musical journey for young people of all ages! Finding My Way begins with a lyrical statement, tentative at first, which gradually grows in confidence. The ballad finds its way in the second theme, building into a bold and affirmative musical statement that drives to a joyous conclusion. Lyrical melodies accompanied by gentle rock rhythms are laid over percussion parts that combine to give the presence of a full drum set backing up the band in this fun piece. Find YOUR way, and rock on!

Choir Secular (SATB choir)

SKU: AP.48873

Composed by Arr. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Carol Arrangement; Christmas; Sacred. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-48873. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48873).

UPC: 038081561974. English. Ben Cohn.

A Renaissance-era carol brought up to date in a fresh contemporary setting. Veteran Broadway music director and conductor Ben Cohn brings a modern musical theatre sound to this traditional English song. A serenely sparse piano part (during two opening alto solos) gradually grows to a full and glorious accompaniment as more voices join. Listen closely for the juxtaposed stillness/motion and minor/major that symbolize the cold of winter versus the warmth of the season. The entire piece garners edge-of-your-seat wonder, but the greatest chills will come when brief strains from four additional carols trickle in. Simply stunning.

About Alfred Choral Designs

Th e Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.

Choir Secular (SAB choir/3-Part choir Mixed)

SKU: AP.48874

Composed by Arr. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Carol Arrangement; Christmas; Sacred. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-48874. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48874).

UPC: 038081561981. English. Ben Cohn.

A Renaissance-era carol brought up to date in a fresh contemporary setting. Veteran Broadway music director and conductor Ben Cohn brings a modern musical theatre sound to this traditional English song. A serenely sparse piano part (during two opening alto solos) gradually grows to a full and glorious accompaniment as more voices join. Listen closely for the juxtaposed stillness/motion and minor/major that symbolize the cold of winter versus the warmth of the season. The entire piece garners edge-of-your-seat wonder, but the greatest chills will come when brief strains from four additional carols trickle in. Simply stunning.

About Alfred Choral Designs

Th e Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.

SKU: GI.G-001760

Composed by Eugene Hemrick. Sacred. GIA Publications #001760. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-001760).

This book is designed to help today's priests better understand, accept, and live with the new and sometimes overwhelming challenges of the third millennium. Topics include: resisting the temptation that once a priest is ordained he is defined, growing in kindness and holding at bay anything that threatens it, keeping the contemplative edge sharp, embracing ongoing education and physical fitness, and creating a new synergism of domestic and international priests, deacons, and the laity. Hemrick's practical wisdom will enrich the lives of all priests and help others to better understand this truly remarkable vocation. .