Arr. Menno Haantjes. Par DE HAAN JACOB. This playful three-part suite is largely based on symmetry. This of course is largely due to the relations of the arrangement of the themes; however, on the other hand, to the larger structures in form. The first part, (Prelude et Scherzo) has a solemn opening. Followed by it a related scherzo with many changes in time, this too is composed in a symmetrical …

Par QUARTEL SARAH. Forces or Category: SATB, with piano or drum or unaccompanied 10 songs for mixed voices, with piano or drum, or unaccompanied Wide range of secular texts, including canonical writers like Shakespeare and Emily Dickinson, as well as original words by the composer Mixture of moods and styles, from lively and pop-inspired to serene and reflective/ Répertoire / Choeur Mixte SATB et…

Par MARTIN MATTHEW. Haec Dies (This is the day which the Lord hath made) is a lively and rhythmic piece. It was commissioned by the choir of Clare College, Cambridge and has recently been recorded by them on the Harmonia Mundi label. It sets a joyful Latin text suitable for Eastertide and, with very little divisi, is within the reach of proficient choirs. For SATB with Organ. Part of Faber Music’s…

Cowboy Songs Of The Great American West. Par HANNICKEL MIKE. STAMPEDE!!! takes us back to an old American West of longhorn cattle-drives, chuck wagons, campfires and trail songs. Based on several authentic cowboy songs, STAMPEDE!!! opens at dawn (birdcalls included) with the “Cowboy’s Gettin’ Up Holler”. Lively fiddle and harmonica motifs and an eloquent scoring of “Good-bye, Old Paint” are just p…

This high-energy original Christmas spiritual is not to be missed! A driving gospel chorus alternates with contrasting verses, then a quote from 'Angels We Have Heard on High' introduces a lively, and briefly a cappella, refrain. Pair with the optional SoundTrax CD and choreography from the Step One! DVD and at alfred.com/video. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

Par SPARKE PHILIP. A lively upbeat concert march from the pen of the ever-popular Philip Sparke. The Centurion follows the conventional British march format. It is not technically demanding, yet a successful performance will need skill and commitment from every player in the band. The Centurion will make an ideal opening piece for any indoor or outdoor concert and will be a popular item with both …

Ursula Mamlok was born in Berlin in 1923, but was forced to emigrate via Ecuador to New York in 1939 because of her Jewish descent. In 2006 she returned to the city where she was born.Fünf Phantasiestücke, composed in 2012/13 for a small mixed ensemble consisting of oboe, violin, viola and violoncello, draws its appeal from the broad spectrum of emotions, feelings and states described musically in…

A second book of easy pieces for violin. fantastic new cover illustrations by Martin Remphry new colour cartoons throughout Joggers and Runners a modern, fresh design exciting new play-along CDs for Joggers and Runners, with multi-instrumental backings and other improvements additional 'practice speed' (slower) play-along tracks Fiddle Time is a great series for young violini…

Par POULENC FRANCIS. Poulenc 's song cycle, Chansons Gaillardes was composed in 1925-1926 during the post-war euphoria. The cycle is essential to aspiring, advanced Baritones. Francis Poulenc (1899-1963) was a highly prolific composer, and remains popular to this day. Chansons Gaillardes was composed towards the beginning of the composer's career for Baritone Pierre Bernac. At the first performanc…

Par DE HAAN JACOB. This musical fantasy depicts the history of the Dutch fortified town of Elburg. The work begins with an atmospheric medieval picture of the Convent of St Agnes, the nunnery that was built in the first half of the 15th century. We hear the sound of the convent bells together with an upward motif, which will reappear later in the work. Next, the rest of Elburg is featured, includi…