Gluck's 'Orfeo et Euridice' was one of three operas composed by Gluck in an attempt to reform the Italian opera seria. The libretto is noble and grand and this must have inspired Gluck for his approach to the score is alsomonumental as well as orchestral in nature. The opera opens after the death of Euridice to a funereal choral tableau which is pierced by the cries of the anguished Orfeo. Huge dramatic choruses of shades and furiescontrast starkly with the solo recitatives and arias of Orfeo as he searches for Euridice. The third act is particularly beautiful as Gluck and Calzabigi turn the shade of Euridice into a complex lover and wife unwilling tofollow her husband blindly out of Hades even though she has been called back to life. Her arguments and pleadings her passion and confusion create the torment in Orfeo that results in her being sent back to hell. Thisis the Schirmer edition of the Libretto in the original Italian with an English translation by Walter Ducloux.

A stately declaration of faith and devotion to God this majestic choral from J. Paul Williams and Joseph Martin is powerful. God has been faithful and sustained us. Are we willing to be faithful in return? For any number ofoccasions celebrating God's guidance and grace Affirmation of Faithfulness makes a strong statement. Bold.

for wind quintet and piano. Par SCHWEITZER BENJAMIN. Benjamin Schweitzer presents his first work for this combination. Willing to try out something new, he adds to the typical character of the wind instruments the sound of the piano. The work is made up of two movements, each movement of several parts. Complex interwoven passages are set against stringently composed sections. The composer says of his piece: 'the combination of shortness and an ease of attitude with the complexity of a major chamber music work relates, in a certain way, the piece to the late works of Elliott Carter.'/ Répertoire / Flûte [Piccolo], Hautbois, Clarinette en Bb, A et

Par SCHUBERT FRANZ. Octet in F major Op. post. 166 D 803 for Clarinet (in B-flat), Bassoon, Horn, Violin (2), Viola, Violincello, Double Bass “I have done little new by way of lieder. In compensation I have tried my hand at several instrumental things, for I have composed two quartets for Violins, Viola and Violincello [A minor, D 804; D minor, D 810] and an octet [F major, D 803] and will write yet another quartet [not carried out]. Indeed, in this way I hope to prepare the way to the full-scale symphony. The latest news in Vienna is that Beethoven will give a concert [on 7 May 1824] . . . I too am inclined to give a similar concert next Year, God willing. ” Thus Schubert, writing on 31 March 1824 to his friend Leopold Kupelwieser in Rome, in a lengthy letter whose first section is decidedly low-spirited. In order to prepare the way to the full-scale symphony – by which he doubtless meant the genre as a whole rather than any specific work – he wrote string quartets and a large-scale piece of chamber music for strings and winds, taking Beethoven as his guide. Urtext of the New Schubert Edition Parts (BA5617) and study score format 22. 5 x 16. 5cm (TP302) available for sale/ Répertoire / Clarinette, Basson, Cor, 2 Violons, Viole, Violonc

Par OSTRANDER ALLEN. Basic Techniques For The Double Valve Bass Trombone is a method by Allen Ostrander for the Double Valve Bass Trombone. Written in English, it includes much advice and instruction to obtain the best sonority while gaining in speed and agility. The positioning is part of the legend in the book and each lesson is followed by some direct applications and exercises. This method is recognised as one of the best to acquire the best technique of the instrument: it is a must-have for those willing to gain in technique and skills. Allen Ostrander (1909-1994) is an American trombonist who played innumerous orchestras, including National Symphony Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic./ Etude / Trombone

An Introduction and First Lesson for Teens and Preteens for Acoustic or Electric Guitar-Play a musical instrument just like the rock stars! All you need is the desire to learn and the willingness to have some fun while you are doing it. UBSjr is an interactive learning experience that gets down to the basics fast! You set the pace. Practice along with someone who is learning just like you. In no time you will be on your way to playing like a star. With UBSjr learning will be fun. You will participate in lots of activities and exercises and even learn some songs. Your ability and progress will come naturally without ever feeling like you were being taught. Here are some of the important skills and information you'll pick up as part of this excitingprogram: Types of guitars Parts of the guitar How to hold the guitar How to tune the guitar Correct playing technique The meaning of melody harmony and rhythm How to find the beat Beginning notes Beginning chords and power chords Various musical terms and symbols How to practice Accessories This DVD makes learning fun and easy with endless interactive features to access bonus materials that reinforce key areas and give helpful tips. Bonus Educational Material: Types of guitars/buying a guitar Parts of the guitar Tuning notes Audio examples for exercises and songs Beginning music theory interactive Listening recommendations Performance applications Additional product previews Educational booklet included Getting to know the instruments DVD-ROM Features: Printable reference materials Practice worksheets and puzzles Bonus lessons Internet Connectivity Play-along audio tracks Note to parents: This program is designed to inspire younger students to use their creativity while developing a lifetime appreciation for music. They'll be proud of their accomplishment and so will you..

for Tuba. Par VASILIEV. 24 Melodious Etudes is a set of studies by S. Vasiliev for Tuba. Number 276 of the collection ; Music for Brass, each study is between one and two pages long, and will enable intermediate players to work on their embouchure and their breathing. They will also help to gain a better sonority. S. Vasiliev has managed to make them quite lyrical to avoid any fastidious feeling while working on them. This volume is definitely a must-have for all tubists willing to improve their skills and abilities. This volume was selected for the ABRSM Tuba Syllabus Grade 4. / Répertoire d'Examen / Etude / Tuba

This piece was commissioned by Nordhordland Brass Seminar in 1990 and written for a youth band. The title referes to a story from norse mythology. ?The Binding of the Wolf? is not a programmatic piece of music but I felt that there was a kind of coherence between the music and the dramatic story: ?...The wolf Fenrir was one of the demonic offspring of Loki and as he grew up in Asgard among the gods he became so huge and fierce that only Tyr was willing to feed him. It was decided that he must be bound and Odin in his wisdom caused the cunning dwarfs to forge a chain which could not be broken. It was made from the invisible and yet potent powers ofthe world such as the roots of a mountain the noise of a moving cat the breath of a fish. When completed this chain seemed to be no more than a silken cord but the wolf refused to let it be laid upon him unless one of the gods would put a hand between his jaws as a pledge that it was harmless. Only Tyr was prepared to do this and when the wolf found that the chain was unbreakable the gods rejoiced but Tyr lost his hand. The binding of the wolf may be seen as a means of protecting the world of men as well as that of the gods from destruction. The story of the god losing his hand appears to be one of the fundamental myths of nothern Europe...?

Romantische Opera in three acts. Par SCHUBERT FRANZ. Alfonso und Estrella D 732 Romatic Opera in 3 Acts In late September or early October 1821 Schubert and his close friend, Franz von Schober, vacationed in the countryside of Lower Austria. Their first stopover was at Ochsenburg Castle, which belonged to the Bishop of St. Pölten (a close relative of Schober’s), after which they moved on to St. Pölten itself. Roughly a year earlier, two stage works by Schubert had been performed in Vienna: the one-act singspiel Die Zwillingsbrüder and the melodrama Die Zauberharfe. The librettos were both written by the seasoned Viennese playwright Georg von Hofmann, who blamed the press for the indifferent reception the two works weregiven by the audience. Schubert and Schober now decided, it would seem, to write a grand romantic opera uninfluenced by the workaday world of the theatre and beholden solely to their own ideas of what an opera should be. Not until 24 June 1854 was the opera finally performed in Weimar, under the baton of Franz Liszt. It only achieved success, however, in an arrangement by Johann Nepomuk Fuchs that was staged on many German and Austrian stages in 1881–2, allegedly with 'brilliant acclaim'. Urtext of the New Schubert Edition Full score (BA5540) and vocal score (BA5540-90) available for sale Performance material (BA5540-72) available for hire/ Répertoire / Chant

The Deluxe Guitar Play-Along series will help you play songs faster than ever before! Accurate, easy-to-read guitar tab and professional, customizable audio for 15 songs. The interactive, online audio interface includes tempo/pitch control, looping, buttons to turn instruments on or off, and guitar tab with follow-along marker. The price of this book includes access to audio tracks online using the unique code inside. The tracks can also be downloaded and played offline. Now including PLAYBACK , a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio, change pitch, set loop points, and pan left or right - available exclusively from Hal Leonard. This volume includes 15 songs: All My Loving - And I Love Her - Back in the U.S.S.R. - Don't Let Me Down - Get Back - A Hard Day's Night - Here Comes the Sun - I Will - In My Life - Let It Be - Michelle - Paperback Writer - Revolution - While My Guitar Gently Weeps - Yesterday. / Guitare

Par COHEED AND CAMBRIA. 16 pistes de l'album concept troisième de la série, qui ' All Music Guide ' dit est un opéra-rock prog sur un pied d'égalité avec quoi que ce soit que Rush ou Queensrÿche jamais sortis. CONSULTATIF PARENTAL POUR EXPLICIT LYRICS. / Date parution : 2006-12-14/ Tablatures / Guitare Tablatures

Par HORNER JAMES. Ce recueil de chansons deluxe comporte onze pages de photos aux couleurs du film et les sélections instrumentales de la bande originale / TV, Film, Comédie musicale / Recueil / Chant