Par GREGSON EDWARD. The Euphonium Concerto was commissioned by the Euphonium Foundation UK and was written for, and dedicated to, David Childs. This three-movement work, lasting some 22 minutes, is a truly symphonic work in both its structure and scale. Its three movements, subtitled Dialogues, Song without Words, and A Celtic Bacchanal, explore the full range of the technical, musical, and emotio…

This beautiful, emotional, prayerful entreaty from Les Misérables has been arranged for lever or pedal harp by Sylvia Woods. It is in the key of G (1 sharp) with several D# lever changes. Fingerings and lyrics are included, as well as lever and pedal changes. This 4-page arrangement is for lower intermediate to intermediate players. The range required is 22 strings, from the G that is 10 strings b…

Par VINE CARL. Composed for Steven Isserlis in 2004, Carl Vine's Cello Concerto is an exhilarating 20-minute work that traverses a vast emotional palette.  The Concerto begins arrestingly, with soloist pitted against orchestra, though as it develops the two factions move towards union. A slow chorale led by the cellist frames the central section, whilst relentless motor rhythms drive the work to i…

This book is based on the TAPI (The Alternate Picking Improver) course which is a highly successful course on alternate picking, divided into 8 fun lessons of increasing difficulty. The goal of the course is to develop your: Technique (speed, touch, precision, dynamics), Musicality (timing, ear training, knowledge of licks from different musical styles), Body positioning (limb and posture control)…

Singer/songwriter Eliza Gilkyson wrote 'Requiem? as a song of grief following the Asian tsunami in December, 2004 and the song found a renewed audience after Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast region. This setting by Conspirare conductor Craig Hella Johnson has been long anticipated by choral groups around the world and is powerful in its emotional impact. Duration: ca. 4:10. Recorded by …

Arrangeur: Elizabeth Walker. Par LECLAIR JEAN-MARIE. Elizabeth Walker has previously arranged four songs for flute and piano by Richard Strauss for ALRY Publications, as well as four 'Songs Without Words' by Felix Mendelssohn for two flutes and piano. This 'Chaconne' by Jean-Marie Leclair is taken from his 'Deuxième récréation de musique', opus 8, originally composed for two flutes or two violins,…

With a piano introduction that is both virtuosic and emotional, this Hebrew text, chosen by series editor Judith Clurman in memory of her parents, was the perfect vehicle for Michigan composer Paul Schoenfield to honor those who have lived a life of faith. With frequently changing and uneven meter, shifting tonal centers and an extended range for all voice parts, this is a concert work worthy of t…

Par PURCELL HENRY. Henry Purcell's only Opera proper, Dido and Aeneas is a magnificent example of English Baroque music, with lively dances and passionate aria sections that demonstrate Purcell's masterful compositional and choral writing skill. Based on a libretto by Nahum Tate it was first performed in 1689, comprises three acts and lasts about an hour. Filled with dramatic lyricism with a wide …