SKU: HL.14035516

UPC: 884088812461. 10.5x14.0x0.3 inches.

Composer's Notes: The last few years I have become increasingly involved in some peculiar mathematical formulas called “fractals”. These formulas, used in the fast growing field of “Chaos theory”, are relatively simple, but they generate fascinating and surprisingly “organic” patterns when shown graphically on a computer screen, or played as music. One should think that such a mathematical approach would lead to sterile and 'theoretical' music. The sound world of Stonewave, however, is not one you would associate with math books. The steady, insistent pulse, and the use of sequences put squarely up against each other or divided by long rests suggest an invisible ritual. A ritual for what? Well then, let it be a ritual for the exorcism of some 'evil spirits' which now ride our part of the world under the name of Liberalism, making people the servants of the Market Forces instead of vice versa. Stonewave is therefore an incantation, as it seems that only divine forces can save European culture from a political system that proclaims the Jungle Law as the guiding principle in social and cultural life. Rolf Wallin.

SKU: HL.14035517

UPC: 884088812454. 8.5x11.75x0.067 inches.

Composer's Notes: The last few years I have become increasingly involved in some peculiar mathematical formulas called “fractals”. These formulas, used in the fast growing field of “Chaos theory”, are relatively simple, but they generate fascinating and surprisingly “organic” patterns when shown graphically on a computer screen, or played as music. One should think that such a mathematical approach would lead to sterile and 'theoretical' music. The sound world of Stonewave, however, is not one you would associate with math books. The steady, insistent pulse, and the use of sequences put squarely up against each other or divided by long rests suggest an invisible ritual. A ritual for what? Well then, let it be a ritual for the exorcism of some 'evil spirits' which now ride our part of the world under the name of Liberalism, making people the servants of the Market Forces instead of vice versa. Stonewave is therefore an incantation, as it seems that only divine forces can save European culture from a political system that proclaims the Jungle Law as the guiding principle in social and cultural life. Rolf Wallin.

SKU: GI.G-122395

ISBN 9781574633863. UPC: 884088951955.

Guide s to Band Masterworks with downloadable student workbooks provides band directors with a ready-made curriculum developed to incorporate comprehensive-musicianshi p training through quality band literature. When incorporating unit studies as a regular part of the band curriculum, students move beyond simply rehearsing pieces for a concert. They develop long-lasting benefits, growing as musicians and learning to love the music they perform. Every unit study integrates technical skills, musical knowledge and creative projects that lead student musicians to an enlightened and expressive performance. This volume features English Folk Song Suite, Variations on a Korean Folk Song and Cajun Folk Songs. Each unit study includes: ear training · rhythm studies · essential skills information for teaching the compositional elements of music · rehearsal strategies for addressing common ensemble issues · creative projects · active listening activities · sample teaching schedule · unit quiz (and answer sheet) · student practice plan · and optional band projects. Click here for a YouTube video on Guide to Band Masterworks - Volume 3. Click here for a digital version of Student Workbooks for this publication.

SKU: GI.G-123644

SKU: HL.49045694

ISBN 9790001165976. UPC: 841886032293. 7.5x11.0x0.258 inches. Latin.

Jazz Mass for four-part choir SATB with piano accompaniment by Burkhard Kinzler introduces various styles of jazz in five parts of amass. Dedicated to the band Yes, Credo focusses on rock music, whereas Kyrie touches on the blues. The final Agnus Dei works with floating musical tapestries the intensity of which rises over the course of the movement, and in the end leads to an opulent Pacem (Peace). With this work, Kinzler wants to take into account the growing need for demanding choral literature which goes beyond the common contemporary genre. His work is aimed at chamber choirs and ensembles who wish to experiment and cross boundaries on a high level. Jazz Mass is a demanding, yet unique crossover work that offers an unexpected sound experience.