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Andante from Piano Concerto No. 21 by Mozart for Clarinet Quintet
Clarinet Quintet: 5 clarinets
Clarinet Quintet,Woodwind Ensemble - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1276128 Com…
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Clarinet Quintet,Woodwind Ensemble - Level 2 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1276128 Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Arranged by Ander. Classical. 19 pages. Woods Only, Arrangements #867888. Published by Woods Only, Arrangements (A0.1276128). Introducing the sheet music for an exclusive arrangement of the Second Movement (Andante) of Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 21 in C major, K. 467 for Clarinet Quintet. This arrangement maintains the entire original structure of the work without any reductions in duration or purpose, with only the ensemble being reduced. Additionally, the solo is not for piano; instead, the melody is contained within the arrangement’s disposition without the need for a pianist to perform it. This arrangement is intended for performance groups with musical performance experience but can also be used as instructional material for music students and can be used in academic recitals, concerts and ceremonies. The original work was composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in 1785 and is known for its beauty and serenity. With this arrangement, you can experience this masterpiece in a new and exciting way.
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Andante from Piano Concerto No. 21 by Mozart for Clarinet Quintet
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Bravo Beethoven for Clarinet Quintet
Clarinet Quintet: 5 clarinets
Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quintet Clarinet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.782199…
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Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quintet Clarinet - Level 4 - Digital Download SKU: A0.782199 Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Arranged by James Haynor. Classical,Romantic Period. 25 pages. James Haynor #3387255. Published by James Haynor (A0.782199). Ludwig van Beethoven 17 December 1770 – 26 March 1827) was a German composer and pianist. A crucial figure in the transition between the Classical and Romantic eras in Western Art Music, he remains one of the most famous and influential of all composers. This medley of his Greatest Hits is scored for clarinet quintet. Selections include: the Allegretto ( Symphony #7 ), Turkish March, Minuet in G, Adagio ( Sonata # 8 ), Allegro ( Symphony #5 ), Violin Concerto and Ode to Joy. Duration 6:33.
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Fantasia on the 'Dargason' from Second Suite in F
Clarinet Quintet: 5 clarinets
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Clarinet Quintet,Woodwind Ensemble Bass Clarinet,E-Flat Clarinet - Level 5 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1302637 By Gustav Holst. By Gustav Holst. Arranged by Andrew Lamb. 20th Century. 95 pages. Andrew Lamb #892255. Published by Andrew Lamb (A0.1302637). This arrangement comes in 2 keys, concert Eb and concert F.Introducing Fantasia on the Dargason - Clarinet Ensemble Transcription 🎵🎶🎼 Dive into the enchanting world of Gustav Holst's musical genius with this faithful transcription of Fantasia on the Dargason, the fourth movement of his renowned Second Suite in F for Military Band. Holst, the English composer celebrated for his masterpiece, The Planets, showcases his versatile talent in this mesmerizing composition. Now, this transcription brings his artistry to life for clarinet enthusiasts of all levels.🔥 Level of Difficulty: Advanced 🔥This arrangement for Eb Clarinet, 2 Bb Clarinets, Alto Clarinet, and Bass Clarinets is designed to challenge and captivate seasoned clarinet players. It offers a rich tapestry of harmonies, melodies, and rhythms that will test your skills and captivate your audience.🎓 Potential Uses: 🎓 🎶 Concerts: Elevate your performance with this arrangement's depth and complexity. It's the perfect addition to your concert repertoire, sure to leave a lasting impression on your audience. 🎵 Recitals: Showcase your virtuosity and musicality in a recital setting. Fantasia on the Dargason will captivate your listeners and make your recital an unforgettable experience. 📚 Educational Purposes: Use this arrangement to challenge and inspire students. It's an excellent tool for teaching advanced clarinet techniques and exploring Holst's innovative compositions. 🌟 About Gustav Holst: 🌟Gustav Theodore Holst, a visionary English composer, arranger, and teacher, left an indelible mark on the world of music. Best known for The Planets, his influence extended across various genres. His unique compositional style drew inspiration from Richard Wagner, Richard Strauss, English folksongs, and rising modern composers like Maurice Ravel.🎹 Despite early aspirations as a pianist, Holst overcame adversity to become a renowned composer. He taught at the Royal College of Music, played the trombone professionally, and left a lasting legacy in music education. His contributions to music festivals and his pioneering work at St Paul's Girls' School continue to influence generations of musicians.🌿 Second Suite in F for Military Band by Holst: 🌿Holst's Second Suite in F for Military Band is a gem in the band repertoire. Composed in 1911 and dedicated to James Causley Windram, it remains a staple for bands worldwide. Drawing from his fascination with folk music, Holst seamlessly weaves traditional tunes into this masterful suite. Seven timeless melodies come alive through four captivating movements, showcasing Holst's brilliance.This arrangement pays homage to Holst's dedication to the craft, preserving the suite's complexity and charm while showcasing the clarinet ensemble's prowess.Experience the magic of Holst's Fantasia on the Dargason in this arrangement—a masterpiece that will leave audiences spellbound and musicians inspired. 🌠🎶.
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Cabaletta, Op. 83 (arr. for Clarinet Choir)
Clarinet Quintet: 5 clarinets
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Clarinet Quintet,Woodwind Ensemble Bass Clarinet,E-Flat Clarinet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1219637 By Andrew Lamb. By Théodore Lack (1846-1921). Arranged by Andrew Lamb. 19th Century,Classical. 28 pages. Andrew Lamb #816001. Published by Andrew Lamb (A0.1219637). DescriptionDescription: Dive into the enchanting world of classical music with our Clarinet Choir Sheet Music Arrangement of Théodore Lack’s Cabaletta, Op. 83. This captivating piece, originally composed for piano, has been meticulously arranged for a clarinet choir, showcasing the rich and expressive tones of the clarinet family.Immerse yourself in the melodic beauty of this timeless composition. This arrangement is sure to elevate your ensemble’s performance and captivate your audience. Download the sheet music now and embark on a musical journey with Théodore Lack’s Cabaletta, Op. 83!Théodore Lack was a French pianist and composer who was born on June 22, 1846, in Nantes, France, and died on December 19, 1921, in Paris, France.Lack studied music at the Paris Conservatory under the tutelage of Antoine François Marmontel and François Bazin. He began his career as a concert pianist, but later turned to composition and became known for his elegant and refined style.Lack’s works include piano pieces, chamber music, and orchestral compositions. He was particularly known for his piano music, which was characterized by its clarity and precision. His works were widely performed and admired during his lifetime but have since fallen into relative obscurity.Lack was also a dedicated teacher, and he taught piano and music theory at the École Normale de Musique de Paris. He was highly regarded by his students, who included the pianists Marguerite Long and Alfred Cortot.Despite his contributions to French music, Lack’s legacy has largely been overshadowed by his more famous contemporaries such as Debussy and Ravel. Nevertheless, his music remains an important part of the French piano repertoire and is still performed and recorded today.
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Misty
Clarinet Quintet: 5 clarinets
Clarinet Quintet,Woodwind Ensemble Bass Clarinet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1…
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Clarinet Quintet,Woodwind Ensemble Bass Clarinet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.1307953 Composed by Erroll Louis Garner. Arranged by Spencer Bundy. 20th Century,Jazz,Standards. 17 pages. Spencer Bundy #897242. Published by Spencer Bundy (A0.1307953). This much love standard was composed in 1954 by pianist & composer, Erroll Garner. It will still be enjoyed today by audiences everywhere.
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Simply Satie for Clarinet Quintet
Clarinet Quintet: 5 clarinets
Clarinet, Woodwind Choir or Ensemble - Intermediate - Digital Download Composed by Er…
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Clarinet, Woodwind Choir or Ensemble - Intermediate - Digital Download Composed by Erik Satie (1866- 1925). Arranged by James Haynor. Romantic Period. Score, Set of Parts. 23 pages. Published by James Haynor
Éric Alfred Leslie Satie, who signed his name Erik Satie after 1884, was a French composer and pianist. Satie was an influential artist in the late 19th- and early 20th-century Parisian avant-garde.<br> <br> Scored here for clarinet quintet, this mini suite includes - Gymnopedie #1, March Du Grande Escalier and Je Te Veux.<br> <br> ( Duration 5:08 )
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Intermediate Music for Four, Christmas - Part 4 for Bass Clarinet 73143DD
Clarinet Quintet: 5 clarinets
Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quintet Clarinet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.530273…
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Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quintet Clarinet - Level 3 - Digital Download SKU: A0.530273 Composed by Various. Arranged by Daniel Kelley. Baroque,Christmas,Classical,Hanukkah,Romantic Period. 49 pages. Last Resort Music Publishing #3221207. Published by Last Resort Music Publishing (A0.530273). Part 1 for Bb Clarinet - Fantastic and festive arrangements of Christmas and Hanukkah songs for quartet with flexible instrumentation. Each volume is arranged in progressive order of difficulty. This series is designed to progress to the level of the Music for Four series.Each part is sold separately.Perfect for String Quartet, Wind Quartet, Piano Quartet, Clarinet Quartet, & More! The keyboard/guitar part encompasses parts 2, 3 and 4. Therefore, the arrangements could be played as a piano quartet, or an entire quartet could play with a pianist - as long as Part 1 is being played.Table of ContentsA La Nanita Nana Angels From The Realm Of Glory The Boar's Head Carol Christmas Day in the Morning Christ Was Born On Christmas Day Coventry Carol The First Noel O Come, All Ye Faithful The Twelve Days of Christmas Up On The Housetop Christ-Child is Born O Christmas Tree Christmas Concerto from Concerto Grosso, Op. 6 #8 For Unto Us A Child Is Born Joy To The World Pastoral Symphony Pifa from The Messiah Fum, Fum, Fum The Song of the Birds Gesu Bambino Good King Wenceslas Hanukkah Medley - Hanukkah, S’Vivon, My Dreidel, Rock of Ages Hark! The Herald Angels Sing He Is Born, The Divine Christ Child I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day It’s Christmas Time Again Jingle Bells O Holy Night, Cantique de Noel O Little Town of Bethlehem Sleigh Ride from German Dance, K. 605 #3 Wexford Carol www.lastresortmusic.com.
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Intermediate Music for Four, Christmas - Part 4 for Bass Clarinet 73143DD
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Watermelon Man for Clarinet Quintet & Opt. Drumset
Clarinet Quintet: 5 clarinets
By Herbie Hancock. Arranged by Keith Terrett. Score, Set of Parts. 22 pages. Published…
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By Herbie Hancock. Arranged by Keith Terrett. Score, Set of Parts. 22 pages. Published by Music for all Occasions
Arranged for Clarinet Quintet & optional drumset, "Watermelon Man" is a jazz standard written by Herbie Hancock, first released on his debut album, Takin' Off (1962), in a grooving hard bop version that featured improvisations by Freddie Hubbard and Dexter Gordon.<br> <br> A single of the tune reached the Top 100 of the pop charts. Cuban percussionist Mongo Santamaría released the tune as a latin pop single the next year on Battle Records, where it became a surprise hit, reaching #10 on the pop charts. Santamaría's recording was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1998. Hancock radically re-worked the tune, combining elements of funk, for the album Head Hunters (1973).<br> <br> Hancock's first version was released as a grooving hard bop record, and featured improvisations by Freddie Hubbard and Dexter Gordon. A single reached the Top 100 of the pop chart. Cuban percussionist Mongo Santamaría released the tune as a Latin pop single and it became a surprise hit, reaching No. 10 on the pop chart.[2] Santamaría's recording was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1998. Hancock radically re-worked the tune, combining elements of funk, for the album Head Hunters (1973).<br> <br> Hancock wrote the piece to help sell his debut album as a leader, Takin' Off (1962), on Blue Note Records; it was the first piece of music he had ever composed with a commercial goal in mind. The popularity of the piece, due primarily to Mongo Santamaría, paid Hancock's bills for five or six years. Hancock did not feel the composition was a sellout however, describing that structurally, it was one of his strongest pieces due to its almost mathematical balance.<br> <br> The form is a sixteen bar blues. Recalling the piece, Hancock said, "I remember the cry of the watermelon man making the rounds through the back streets and alleys of Chicago. The wheels of his wagon beat out the rhythm on the cobblestones." The tune, based on a bluesy piano riff, drew on elements of R&B, soul jazz and bebop, all combined into a pop hook. Hancock joined bassist Butch Warren and drummer Billy Higgins in the rhythm section, with Freddie Hubbard on trumpet and Dexter Gordon on tenor saxophone. Hancock's chordal work draws from the gospel tradition, while he builds his solo on repeated riffs and trilled figures.<br> <br> Hancock filled in for pianist Chick Corea in Mongo Santamaría's band one weekend at a nightclub in The Bronx when Corea gave notice that he was leaving. Hancock played the tune for Santamaría at friend Donald Byrd's urging. Santamaría started accompanying him on his congas, then his band joined in, and the small audience slowly got up from their tables and started dancing, laughing and having a great time. Santamaría later asked Hancock if he could record the tune. On December 17, 1962, Mongo Santamaría recorded a three-minute version, suitable for radio, where he joined timbalero Francisco "Kako" Baster in a cha-cha beat, while drummer Ray Lucas performed a backbeat. Santamaría included the track on his album Watermelon Man (1962). Santamaría's recording is sometimes considered the beginning of Latin boogaloo, a fusion of Afro-Cuban rhythms with those of R&B<br> <br> Hancock re-recorded the tune for Head Hunters (1973), combining synthesizers with a Sly Stone and James Brown funk influence, adding an eight-bar section. Hancock described his composition "Chameleon", also from Head Hunters, to Down Beat magazine in 1979: "In the popular forms of funk, which I've been trying to get into, the attention is on the rhythmic interplay between different instruments. The part the Clavinet plays has to fit with the part the drums play and the line the bass plays and the line that the guitar plays. It's almost like African drummers where seven drummers play different parts"; "Watermelon Man" shares a similar construction. A live version was released on the double LP Flood (1975), recorded in Japan.<br> <br> On the intro and outro of the tune, percussionist Bill Summers blows into beer bottles imitating hindewhu, a style of singing/whistle-playing found in Pygmy music of Central Africa. Hancock and Summers were struck by the sound, which they heard on the ethnomusicology LP, The Music of the Ba-Benzélé Pygmies (1966), by Simha Arom and Geneviève Taurelle.<br> <br> This version was often featured on The Weather Channel's Local on the 8s segments.<br> <br> The tune is a jazz standard and has been recorded over two hundred times. Hancock's recording has been sampled in "1-900-LL-Cool-J" from Walking with a Panther (1989) by LL Cool J, "Open Your Eyes" from Organized Konfusion (1991) by Organized Konfusion, "Smoke Some Kill" from Smoke Some Kill (1988) by Schoolly D, and "Pocket Full of Furl" from Uptown 4 Life (1996) by U.N.L.V. In 2003, pianist David Benoit covered the song from his album Right Here, Right Now.<br> <br> A live and funky performance at the 1999 Montreux Jazz Festival Casino Lights '99 featured Fourplay, George Duke, Boney James and Kirk Whalum trading choruses, and Rick Braun.
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