Par . A sparkling gem for a first concert or a mixed-instrument group lesson, this piece will be fun to play and features an exciting ending. Combining two commonly taught folk songs, 'Lightly Row' and 'Song of the Wind,' this delightful medley, Two German Folk Songs by Bob Phillips, uses only the D string and the A string within the D major scale. Parts lie well on every instrument. The second vi…

Par WILSON MARK. Stringtastic Book 2: Violin teaches through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. Part of the fully integrated Stringtastic series in which violin, viola, cello and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. Learn as you play through the world of Stringtastic, with 62 imaginative pieces that have been specifically designed to establish a secure…

In this exciting new video/audio/book combo, Mark Michell, bassist for the progressive-rock band Scale the Summit, breaks down the techniques that make him one of the most skilled bassists on the prog-rock scene.Topics include:Utilizing the full fretboardAnalyzing chordsVoicing chords on BassMixing fretted notes and harmonicsMixing chords and tappingExploring Bass line optionsAnd more!By demonstra…

Grades 6 - 8. Par LCM. The second of the two books covering the timpani grade examinations for the popular London College of Music and Media percussion syllabus adds piano accompaniments to a number of the pieces, which represent a wide selection of exciting composers currently writing in this field. Three timpani are required for Grades 7 and 8. Details of tuning requirements, specimen sight-read…

Par WILSON MARK. Stringtastic Book 2: Cello teaches through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. Part of the fully integrated Stringtastic series in which violin, viola, cello and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. Learn as you play through the world of Stringtastic, with 62 imaginative pieces that have been specifically designed to establish a secure …

a-Moll. Par SCHUNCKE HUGO. An oboe concerto from the romantic era? Embarassingly, due to the small amount of solo literature for the instrument from this period, this question often asked of oboists, must be answerded with a reference to the few small concert pieces and sets of variations available. The A minor Concerto by Hugo Schuncke, who was a musician at the Court of Stuttgart, fills a need. …

Par LASEROMS WIM. Xylomania is a superb new exciting solo work for the xylophone player. The composer has kept the concert band accompaniment easy and lightly scored, so that the soloist can excel in this piece. The characteristic ‘Allegro Vivace’ offers the xylophone player the opportunity to show off his or her virtuosity. Why not showcase your Xylophone player with this great new solo work. / N…

Eine Sammlung weihnachtlicher Klaviermusik. Art and Music reflect with special clarity the various ways people in the course of history have understood and interpreted Christmas. The musical forms of CHRISTMAS literature range from gentle Pianissimo to vigorous Fortissimo, from meditative Adagio and solemn Maestoso to exciting Vivace, and from the simple sounds of triads to the charming dance of r…

For Mallet Ensemble, Opt. Hand Percussion and Drumset Words and music by Carlos Santana, Chester Thompson, and Sterling Crew / arr. Frank Kumor Frank Kumor sets the lyrical melody of Santana's Bella to a spirited samba. This versatile arrangement features the standard instrumentation of marimba 1, marimba 2, xylophone, vibraphone, and drumset, plus optional samba band. The addition of the optio…

Soloist: Ryan Kisor, trumpet

A new and exciting way for trumpet players to learn and practice basic jazz style.
This book/CD set features 15 solo etudes based on blues and standard chord progressions, demonstrated by Ryan Kisor on trumpet along with a world-class rhythm section: Mike LeDonne, piano. Peter Washington, bass. and Kenny Washington, drums.
The recording features tw…