The 24 Preludes, one in each major and minor key, are among Chopin's most masterful works. Ranging from miniatures for intermediate-level students to lengthier works for advanced pianists, the Preludes were written in a monastery during the winter of 1839. The preface to this historically informed edition contains a thorough discussion of pedaling, tempo, ornamentation and rubato in Chopin's piano…

This creative piece allows the listener to musically envision the many different aspects of something that is 'mechanized,' whether it be the precision workings of the tiny and intricate gears and movements of a wind-up watch or clock, or the inner workings of a monstrous, steam-driven machine. (3:30) / Concert Band

Par CANTELOUBE JOSEPH. Regrouped by Joseph Canteloube, this book is the fourth series from the set Chants D'Auvergne. This edition, written for Voice and Piano, contains lyrics in local dialect ; Occitan, with the French translation below. Some directives are given to obtain the correct pronunciation of the language. It features six songs: I. Jou l'pount d'o Mirabel (Au pont de Mirabel) / At the M…

Par CURNOW JAMES. Commissioned by the University of Georgia Bands F. David Romines, Associate Director of Bands Rich modern harmonies and exquisite rhythmic counterpoint make this Grade 3 gem a rich and rewarding project for your ensemble. This remarkable piece is a wonderful and exciting performance piece which at the same allows the director countless opportunities to teach the players about int…

Par CHOSTAKOVITCH DIMITRI. Shostakovich’s fifteenth symphony differs substantially in many ways from his other late symphonies. The eleventh (1957), subtitled The Year 1905, and the twelfth (1960), subtitled The Year 1917, are both programmatic symphonies, relating to political and historical events within the year of which they are subtitled. The next two symphonies are sung texts, with vocal and…

Celebrate America with some of the most beloved patriotic songs in one book! These 19 selections capture the American spirit and are sure to instill pride in anyone wishing to play or sing along. Each song, arranged for easy piano by Dan Coates, includes lyrics and chord symbols so anyone can join in the fun! / Piano

Easy arrangements for organThe 'Easy Handel Organ Album? presents a wide overview of the composer's sacred and secular works, forming an ideal basis for lessons and for introducing Baroque organ music.This selection comprises easy to moderately difficult Handel pieces for semi-professional church musicians and organists. All the pieces are also suitable for performance on smaller instruments.- Ide…

Par CHURCHILL FRANK. Best known for his work with the Bill Evans Trio - as well as luminaries such as Billie Holiday, Benny Goodman, and Stan Getz - Chuck Israels is also a masterful composer and arranger. Here is his vocal solo arrangement of this timeless standard, beautifully scored as a jazz waltz with tasteful background figures. Also included are short solos for trumpet and piano. / Date par…

Par STEPHENSON JOSEPHINE. 'Rosemary Lane is an arrangement of the traditional folk song which tells the story of a domestic worker being seduced by a sailor. I took the liberty of freely re-harmonising the melody to bring out the bittersweet qualities of this heartbreaking and yet so familiar story.' (Josephine Stephenson) / Date parution : 2024-01-06/ Répertoire / Mezzo-Soprano et Piano