Guitar - fingerpicking - Intermediate

SKU: MB.30015M

Composed by John Miller. Squareback saddle stitch. Grossman Audio. Blues. Book and online audio. 120 pages. Mel Bay Publications, Inc #30015M. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.30015M).

ISBN 9781513465470. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.

Virtually every country blues recording made prior to World War II that has been recovered by the collectors is commercially available. No one could have anticipated how much of the recorded legacy of country blues would become available to be heard. It really is a treasure trove of musical history, and in listening to the incredible breadth and variety in the country blues that this re-issuing movement has made possible, I stand in awe of the magnitude and scope of what the people who played in this style expressed in their music. There really is something for everyone in this music, whether you like your blues smooth and sophisticated or down and dirty. - John Miller. Includes access to online audio.

Chamber Music String Quartet

SKU: PO.PME06

Composed by David Farquhar. Sws. Score and parts. Composed 2003. Promethean Editions #PME06. Published by Promethean Editions (PO.PME06).

ISBN 9780958242844.

In six inter-related movements, exhibiting throughout great concision and economy, devotees of the composer's style will find much to admire in the second of Farquhar's four string quartets.The composer writes: The quartet is in six movements which are played without a break. The odd-numbered movements are quick, and are all based on the same material?an unsettled chord with B as the melody note, followed by a downward arpeggio flourish and a rising stepwise melody. The tempo in movements 3 and 5 gets progressively faster, and the atmosphere increasingly scherzando in character. The first two even-numbered movements (2 and 4) are slow expressive intermezzi; both feature an up-beat of three repeated Bs leading into chromatic lines. The final movement serves as an epilogue and resolution; the instruments are now muted and the three repeated Bs are now on the beat, while off-beat accompaniment figures provide a gentle swaying dance around them..

Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). Edited by Leonardo Miucci. This edition: urtext edition. Paperback. Barenreiter Urtext. Performance score, Set of part(s), anthology. WoO 36. Baerenreiter Verlag #BA09037. Published by Baerenreiter Verlag

Set of Parts. Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791). Edited by Wolf-Dieter Seiffert and Ernst Herttrich. Sheet music. Paperbound. Henle Music Folios. Pages: Vl I Part = * Vl II Part = * Va I Part = *Va II Part = * Vc Part =. Classical. Set of Parts. 64 pages. G. Henle #HN777. Published by G. Henle

Piano/harpsichord and orchestra (solo: pno - 3(picc).3(cor ang).2.2 - 4.2.3.1 - timp.perc - hp - cel - str)

SKU: BR.PB-15154

Impresiones sinfonicas - Urtext. Composed by Manuel de Falla. Edited by Ullrich Scheideler. Orchestra; Softcover. Partitur-Bibliothek (Score Library). Solo concerto; Symphonic poem; Late-romantic; Early modern. Study Score. Duration 23'. Breitkopf and Haertel #PB 15154. Published by Breitkopf and Haertel (BR.PB-15154).

ISBN 9790004215593. 6.5 x 9 inches.

Composed by Manuel de Falla during his lengthy residence in Paris, these three symphonic impressions for piano and orchestra are an expressive work bringing the southern Spanish gardens, which are laid out in the European and Arabic-Moorish tradition, to life. The influence of contemporary French music is noticeable in this composition. Despite many modifications, involving among other things, the scoring, number of movements, as well as layout and content, the basic idea of a nocturnal impression is retained from the outset. The work was finished - and likewise the orchestral material - only shortly before its premiere on 9 April 1916, which was a great success. World War I prevented its publication, though further performances followed, played then from manuscript material. The Urtext edition presented by Ullrich Scheideler takes as the main source the first edition of the score. The Critical Report gives detailed information about the source situation.

By Willy Van Dorsselaer. Edited by John Bowden. For Violin and Piano. Educational. Instrumental Collection. Classical. Level: Intermediate. Book and Solo Part. 24+12 pages. Duration 27 minutes. Published by Digital Music Print (Belgian import).

By Percy Aldridge Grainger (1882-1961). Concert Band. For Concert Band. Carl Fischer Classic Band Editions. Score and Set of Parts. Standard notation. Published by Carl Fischer

By Susan E Geschke. For handbells (2-3 octaves) / handchimes (2-3 octaves). General, Holy Week, Lent. Level 1 . Handbell sheet

By Kevin Costley. For Piano. Written For You. Halloween. Solo Sheet. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc.
Level: Early Intermediate.

Orchestra version: TTBB choir, 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 bassoons, 2 horns, 2 trumpets, timpani, contrabass; organ version: TTBB choir, organ

SKU: CA.5017211

Composed by Josef Gabriel Rheinberger. Sacred vocal music, Mass, latin. German title: Missa In B (Orchesterfassung). Sacred vocal music, Masses, Latin. Single Part, Double Bass. Composed 1892. Op. 172. 4 pages. Duration 23 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 50.172/11. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.5017211).

ISBN 9790007080549. Key: B flat major. Language: Latin.

The Mass in B flat, op. 172, dates from 1892 and was published in two authentic versions. The instrumental accompaniment can be played either by an ensemble of wind instruments or by organ. Between Gloria and Credo Rheinberger placed a powerfully expressive a cappella Ave Maria, probably due to the fact that the Mass was first performed on a major feast day of the Virgin Mary: on the feast of Purification (Candlemas) in Breslau Cathedral. Score and part available separately - see item CA.5017200.

Reprint, edited and newly commented by Wilhelm Ohmen.. Composed by Ignaz Moscheles (1794-1870). Edited by Wilhelm Ohmen. Arranged by Adolphe F. Wouters. This edition: Paperback/Soft Cover. Sheet music. Piano. Classical. Softcover. Op. 70. 88 pages. Schott Music #SF6717. Published by Schott Music

Organ - Advanced

SKU: MN.12-128

Composed by Harold Stover. Non Hymn-Based, Recital Music. General. Instrumental part. MorningStar Music Publishers #12-128. Published by MorningStar Music Publishers (MN.12-128).

UPC: 688670121289.

The three movements that make up Nocturnes, Book I are programmatic pieces that take as their points of departure a painting, the rhythms of a great city, and a poem. 1. The Starry Night is a written down improvisation based on Vincent van Goghs famous picture of the same name. The tonal material is a quite literal transformation of the visual elements of the painting: the melismatic cadenzas mirror van Goghs swirling starlight, and the powerful chords were suggested by the sinister trees that shoot upward to puncture the skys patterns. 2. Stovers Rag is a product of the ragtime revival of the early 1970s, when many composers tried their hand at writing concert rags. The New York night, which was not without its sinister element in those days, is expressed in an updating of the classic ragtime format. The piece looks backward as well, with the old French Baroque basse de trompette making an appearance in the trio section. 3. The Song of Shadows taps the nostalgic mood typical of the poetry of Walter de la Mare. The poem of the same name pictures a lone musician on a winter night, an dog sleeping before a sinking fire, and, at the end, the spirits that are summoned by music. The opening melody, played on an 8 flute with tremulant, suggests the blues-tinged sound of an alto saxophone, and throughout the movement the organs capacity for sustained tone is used to suggest and atmosphere of dreamy timelessness. The pieces were written in 1971 and first performed on July 2, 1972 at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, DC, with the composer at the console.

Concert band (1st Flute, 2nd Flute, Oboe*, 1st Bb Clarinet, 2nd Bb Clarinet, 3rd Bb Clarinet, Bb Bass Clarinet*, Bassoon*, 1st Eb Alto Saxophone*, 2nd Eb Alto Saxophone*, Bb Tenor Saxophone*, Eb Baritone Saxophone*, 1st Bb Trumpet, 2nd Bb Trumpet, 1st F Horn, 2nd F Hor) - grade 3

SKU: CN.S11251

Composed by Geoffrey Brand. Arranged by Geoffrey Brand. Band Music. Score only. Duration 5:25. Published by G & M Brand Music Publishers (CN.S11251).

Originally written for piano, Grieg later scored his Holberg Suite for orchestra. Geoffrey Brand has done a masterful job of setting two movements of the suite - the Sarabande and Gavotte - for wind band. Give your students the opportunity to perform first-rate classical music they wouldn't otherwise have access to.

Born in Bergen, Norway, into a family of Scottish descent, Edvard Grieg showed a talent for music early and at the age of 10 had piano lessons from his mother. In 1849 he went to study at Leipzig Conservatoire before moving to Copenhagen where he met Riokaard Nordaak, a young Norwegian composer who was immersed in Norwegian nationalism and greatly influence Grieg who felt his future was as a musician dedicated to romantic nationalism. Holberg Suite, originally for piano, was written in 1884 in response to a commission to mark the bicentenary of the birth of Ludvig Holberg, a Norwegian dramatist and satirist. A year later, Grieg arranged 5 movements for string orchestra. Sarabande and Gavotte are intended to be played segue but can, if desired, be performed separately. The music expresses Grieg and his native Norway in a manner which justifies his declaration I am not an exponent of Scandinavian music but of Norwegian..

Piano/harpsichord and orchestra (solo: pno - 3(picc).3(cor ang).2.2 - 4.2.3.1 - timp.perc - hp - cel - str)

SKU: BR.EB-11450

Impresiones sinfonicas - Urtext. Composed by Manuel de Falla. Edited by Ullrich Scheideler. Orchestra; Softbound. Edition Breitkopf.

In Cooperation with G. Henle Verlag

Solo concerto; Symphonic poem; Late-romantic; Early modern. Piano reduction. 68 pages. Duration 23'. Breitkopf and Haertel #EB 11450. Published by Breitkopf and Haertel (BR.EB-11450).

ISBN 9790201814506. 9.5 x 12 inches.

Composed by Manuel de Falla during his lengthy residence in Paris, these three symphonic impressions for piano and orchestra are an expressive work bringing the southern Spanish gardens, which are laid out in the European and Arabic-Moorish tradition, to life. The influence of contemporary French music is noticeable in this composition. Despite many modifications, involving among other things, the scoring, number of movements, as well as layout and content, the basic idea of a nocturnal impression is retained from the outset. The work was finished - and likewise the orchestral material - only shortly before its premiere on 9 April 1916, which was a great success. World War I prevented its publication, though further performances followed, played then from manuscript material. The Urtext edition presented by Ullrich Scheideler takes as the main source the first edition of the score. The Critical Report gives detailed information about the source situation.

String orchestra (Violine 1, Violine 2, Violoncello 1, Violoncello 2, Kontrabass, Klavier (Viola 1, Viola 2 optional)) - easy to intermediate

SKU: M7.VHR-3898

Fiedel Max Streichorchester. Composed by Andrea Holzer-Rhomberg. Sheet music. Score and parts. Holzschuh Musikverlag #VHR 3898. Published by Holzschuh Musikverlag (M7.VHR-3898).

ISBN 9783864341427.

The Philosopher - an expressive piece of music, which the audience will love because of the rich string sound. The melodic lines are well distributed amongst the different instrumental groups. This composition is ideal to practise phrasing. While the parts of violin 1, viola 1 and cello 1 include partly passages up to the 3rd/4th position, the parts of violin 2, viola 2 and cello 2 can be played by students in the first or second year of learning the instrument. These parts also contain pleasing melodies, not just accompaniment. Technique required: Vl. 1: 1st and 3rd position Vl. 2: 1st and 2nd finger pattern in the 1st position Vla. 1: all finger patterns in the 1st position Vla. 2: 1st and 2nd finger pattern in the 1st position Cl. 1: 1st - 4th position Cl. 2: closed (regular) 1st position DB.: 1st position.

(Sieben Klavierstucke in Fughettenform). By Robert Schumann. Edited by Ernst Herttrich. For solo piano. This edition: Urtext edition. Henle Music Folios. Book only, paperbound. 32 pages

Handbells (3-5 octaves) - Level 2+

SKU: S2.20-2048SF

Composed by Patricia Hurlbutt. Handbell score. SoundForth #20/2048SF. Published by SoundForth (S2.20-2048SF).

ISBN 9780787759896.

This setting of Koschat's Psalm 23 features the melody in both low and high bells. The mood shifts from tranquil LV to a dramatic middle section played with mallets, returning gradually to a feeling of serenity. Choir and congregation will get the most out of this peaceful work when it is performed with great expression throughout.

(To Polyrhythmic Creativity on the Drumset). Drum Instruction. Book with CD. 116 pages

Unison choir and organ and piano (opt. ensemble)

SKU: ST.CN72P

Composed by Thomas Hewitt Jones. Octavo. Stainer and Bell Ltd. #CN72P. Published by Stainer and Bell Ltd. (ST.CN72P).

ISBN 9790220228629.

A perfect seasonal choice, Onward we go is a consummate example of Thomas Hewitt Jonesâ??s feeling for young voices, and his passion for sharing the joy of Christmas through memorable tunes. A beautiful, arching melody carries the delightful verse by Canon Gordon Giles, which tells of children singing as they journey to the manger. Shepherds, angels and the Magi accompany them on their way, bearing gifts of love to honour the incarnation in faith, hope and reverence. Expressive and irresistible, words and music go straight to the heart, with a warmth especially inspired by the dedicatees, chorister-tutor Caroline Lenton-Ward and the childrenâ??s choir of St Stephenâ??s, South Dulwich, a church which also played a formative part in the composerâ??s musical upbringing.

Onward we go may be performed by unison voices with organ or piano, or with organ or piano and additional flexible instrumental ensemble including any available upper strings and woodwind, plus optional cello, bass guitar or double bass, mark tree and tubular bells.

A set of score and parts for the optional ensemble (Cat. No. Y373) will be available to purchase.

By Susan E. Geschke. For handbells (3-5 octaves) / handchimes (3-5 octaves). General, Holy Week, Lent. Level 1 . Sheet Music. Published by Chorister's Guild

Woodwinds (solo: pno - 2.2.2.2 - 4.2.0.0 - timp - str)

SKU: BR.OB-3210-30

Urtext based on the Brahms Complete Edition of the Gesellschaft der Musikfreunde in Vienna. Composed by Johannes Brahms. Orchestra; Folder. Orchester-Bibliothek (Orchestral Library). EB 6043 is printed in score form; two copies are needed for performance. Have a look into study score PB 3654. Solo concerto; Romantic. Set of parts. 90 pages. Duration 43'. Breitkopf and Haertel #OB 3210-30. Published by Breitkopf and Haertel (BR.OB-3210-30).

ISBN 9790004300749. 10 x 12.5 inches.

Johannes Brahms' first Piano Concerto was the fruit of a complex, protracted, and extremely trying creative process. Its origin goes back to a sonata in D minor for two pianos conceived in spring 1854. The impulse for the creation of the main subject was however a shocking event: According to Joseqph Joachim, the theme originated after hearing about Schumanns suicide attempt. A few months earlier, Schumann had revealed Brahms to the musical world in his essay New Paths. In this article, Brahms is extolled as the musician who is called to give expression to the feeling of his times in an ideal fashion. The unusually rapid genesis of the D-minor sonata and its prevailingly dark, monumental mood can be interpreted as an impassioned compositional response to Schumann's suicide attempt. However, the year-long struggle to arrive at the final form of the work should perhaps also be seen in the context of the resounding praise of Schumann's prophetic article. Brahms undoubtly felt a growing inner pressure to live up to the expectations aroused therein.Together with Clara Schumann, Brahms played the three so far existing movements of the sonata, but he was very self-critical. He felt that he had not been able to realize the monumentality he had envisioned, and which Clara Schumann felt, by merely doubling the piano sound. He soon decided to transform the sonata into a symphony (his first orchestral project). However, this idea did not seem to fit his vision either. Only in spring 1855 did he strike upon the definitive solution: a piano concerto. With Brahms as soloist, this concerto premiered in 1859, though he initially had little success. He wrote to Joachim about one of the first performances that the concerto was a brilliant and unmistakable - failure. This hardly surprised Brahms, for he was undoubtedly aware of the newness of the work, which surpassed the expectations of the audience. The work's complex structure and symphonic dimensions, the solo part's rejection of showy, elegant brilliance, and the uniquely Brahmsian orchestral density it maintains throughout; all of these qualities inevitably exasperated audiences at first - until they raised this work to the ranks of the most celebrated concertos of all time.

Arrangements. Composed by Jean Sibelius (1865-1957). Arranged by Matthias Arter. Breitkopf and Haertel #EB 9376. Published by Breitkopf and Haertel

Composed by Fran�§ois Couperin. For Piano. Masterworks; Piano Collection. Kalmus Edition. Baroque; Masterwork. Book. 120 pages. Published by Kalmus Classic Edition