for Saxophone. Par . It is often the case that at the end of a concert a soloist is requested to perform an additional item not listed in the programme, in other words an encore. In general the piece that is chosen is short and emphasises the expressive qualities of the instrument as well as the musical ability of the soloist. In this collection you will find a series of works that are suitable as…

Solo for Euphonium and Concert Band. Par OLSEN VADSTEN OYSTEIN. “Song for Frances” is a classic love ballad, written for concert band and brass band, with a soloist on euphonium. The piece always has the soloist in focus and gives him plenty of room to show off, both a warm sound and technical skills. In the first part of “Song for Frances”, the basic melody is clearly presented, while the rest of…

Par . A wonderful collection of baroque music for brass ensemble, drawn from such composers as Bach, Händel and Purcell. Includes a high-quality printed solo part and a compact disc containing a complete performance with soloist, then a second version with the accompaniment, minus the soloist. Performed by Peter Piacquadio, trumpet Accompaniment: The Illinois Brass Quintet/ Recueil / Divers

Par AHO KALEVI. Kalevi Aho's (b. 1949) concerto no. 2 for cello and orchestra (2013) is in five movements performed without a break. It begins with a swinging Berceuse, followed by a very quick, virtuosic Presto in 5/8 time. The heart of the concerto is the cadenza-like third movement, Adagio, dominated throughout by the soloist. A fairly short Allegretto is followed by the closing Epilogue. This …

Par BOCCHERINI LUIGI. Boccherini was one of the great masters of the Italian Baroque guitar and this quintet demonstrates that fact perfectly. As its title implies, it is famous for its dance-like qualities. Great fun and rewarding to any player of the Baroque and Classical guitar repertoire. Includes a high-quality printed solo part and a compact disc containing a complete performance with solois…

Par CURNOW JAMES. Concertpiece for Cornet is a valuable and tremendous addition to the solo repertoire of the instrument. Full of fireworks and technicalities the soloist is also put to the test with an expressive slower melody along with a varied and interesting accompaniment as you would expect from James Curnow. Showcase your cornet soloist with this tremendous ‘concert piece’. / Niveau : 5 /…

Par . Performed by John Cipolla, clarinet Accompaniment: Stuttgart Festival Orchestra Conductor: Emil Kahn These all-time standards have been arranged for clarinet and symphony orchestra, for a beautiful palette of sound. Not too difficult. Includes a high-quality printed solo part for B-flat clarinet and a compact disc containing a complete performance in split-channel stereo, with the soloist on…