This work for Northumbrian pipes bodhran and orchestra was inspired by the composer's visits to Cross Lane Fair with his parents when he was a young boy. The work was commissioned by the BBC Philharmonic and the St. MagnusFestival (at which it was first performed in 1994 by Mark Jordan Rob Lea and the BBC Philharmonic conducted by the composer). Duration c. 14mins.

On Fire is in one movement fast slow fast with a quiet coda section. The first part is a combination of contemporary rock linn drum patterns in the piano part with Jimi Hendrix-like North Indian cello lines. It builds up toa crescendo leading to a quiet section. Out of this comes a slow movement and a cadenza for the solo cello. In the final section all the elements of the piece at last co…

Cheryl Frances-Hoad's Bouleumata for solo Clarinet. 'Shortly before writing this piece I reached the final of a competition to compose the music for the Cambridge Greek Play which happened to be Medea that year. Although I didn’t end up winning Euripides’ play stunned me with its depiction of Medea a woman who kills her two children to spite her husband Jason (who has just left her …

Teacher\'s Commentary. Par ENGEL GERHARD / HEYENS GUDRUN. This Method for Alto Recorder, which is a continuation of the three volumes for soprano recorder, will continue to place great importance on developing musicianship, breathing technique, sound production, rhythmic security and the introduction of music theory. At the heart of this method lies a seamless crossover from soprano to alto record…

Par DUBOIS THEODORE. At just 34 years of age, Theodore Dubois was installed as a professor of harmony at the Paris Conservatoire. Whilst much of his compositional works have disappeared from primary classical repertoire, his teaching has had a lasting influence. Having taught successful composers, including Paul Dukas, it is clear that Dubois' Realisation Of Figured Bass is well-informed. This mus…

Learn theory as if by magic!Abracadabra Beginning Theory is the ideal workbook to use alongside the best-selling instrumental series. Split into small chunks which can easily be tackled weekly Abracadabra Theory will take young players from the very basics and give them solidfoundations in their musical understanding.The theory of music is a necessary evil for many young instrumental players. It …

From the opening nobility of “Now Thank We All Our God” to the impassioned new setting of the beloved “For the Beauty of the Earth ” this original is a stunning choice for Thanksgiving or general worshipneeds. Lush Stan Pethel orchestrations add to the emotional impact of the whole and the versatile text makes it an anthem that will be used time and time again. Glorious!

Become the featured soloist on twenty specially recorded arrangements of some fantastic hit songs from past and present! Part of the hugely successful Take The Lead series, this bumper edition gives you the opportunity to learn songs as diverse as Angels by Robbie Williams and Gershwin's Fascinating Rhythm , arranged as accessible Flute solos with Guitar chord symbols. The music is complete with t…

Become the featured soloist on twenty specially recorded arrangements of some fantastic hit songs from past and present! Part of the hugely successful Take The Lead series, this bumper edition gives you the opportunity to learn songs as diverse as Angels by Robbie Williams and Gershwin's Fascinating Rhythm , arranged as accessible Piano solos with Guitar chord symbols. The music is complete with t…