Par BRALEY BERNARD. Edited by Bernard Braley Bernard Braley's fascinating anthology begins with the Biblical premise, from Micah, that we are required to offer our work itself as living worship and living prayer. To this is added Teilhard de Chardin's modern insight that in the work of spirit, conducted through an individual's profession or vocation, lies 'the very bonework of society'. A wealth o…

Comment jouer des accompagnements et des solos de guitare dans les styles Jazz et Swing ' Avec cet ouvrage bien sûr... Dâ??un côté les rythmiques, avec un panel dâ??accompagnements reprenant les principales techniques et harmonies propres aux standards de Jazz. Pompe, technique de ligne de basse/accord, réharmonisation et chord melody sont abordés sur des grilles de type Blues/Jazz, Anatole, …

This lilting waltz for the late elementary student by Robert D. Vandall is in 3/4 meter with dotted half notes in the left hand and quarter notes on beats two and three in the right hand. Sudden changes in dynamics contribute to the dramatic mood of this Halloween themed piece. / Piano

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. This regal and stately fanfare-opener is a sterling new offering for band. Sixteen opening bars of thrilling fanfare lead inexorably to a theme expressing dignified momentum. Frequent but simple meter changes help to make this an interesting and educational piece that both the band and the audience will enjoy. A recap of the opening fanfare brings the piece to an exciting finis…

This is the internationally acclaimed Joe Pass guitar method in which Joe displays his mastery of the jazz guitar. Part One/Harmony, is divided into five sections on chord construction, embellishment, substitution, connection, and symmetric chords. Part Two/Melody, is divided into twelve sections, including chord scales, altered scales, ear training, whole tone scales, chord resolutions, improvisi…

Par NG YING YING / O'SULLIVAN FARRELL MARGARET. In Book 2 three new notes in each hand are mastered (up to High C and down to Low C) and the child experiences changes of hand position within a tune. Quavers are introduced in all the time signatures covered in Book 1. Sharps and flats are included, but no mention is made yet of keys, key signatures, scales or triads. Dynamic markings are now in Ita…

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 …

The autograph of a composition always makes fascinating reading - and this is particularly true of Schubert's Trio in Eb major op. 100, as it underwent many changes during its composition. The manuscript, parts of which were greatly revised, bears eloquent witness to this and offers an opportunity to trace the intricacies of Schubert's phrasing and articulation. This source is in a private collect…

Varied articulations, dynamics, and contrasting moods are found throughout this early intermediate solo in C minor. Beginning slowly and mysteriously, it soon becomes clear that a sprite is creating all the mischief. Fun and spirited, the many accidentals and changes in clefs provide excellent reinforcement in note reading and moving around the keyboard. Students will enjoy the sophisticated sound…

Par DEL BORGO ELLIOT. The power and frenzy of a primal dance is brought to life from the very opening notes of this blazing overture! The contrast of the smoldering middle section stands out well against the powerful chord changes and strong melodic lines of the opening themes. / Niveau : 2.5 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band