Par BEDNALL DAVID. David Bednall's Christmas cantata Welcome All Wonders was commissioned and first performed by the Choir of Queen's College, Oxford in 2012 and received rave reviews from, among others, BBC Music Magazine, Limelight Magazine and Gramophone. Described as  'ingenious', 'engaging', 'spirited', 'extremely appealing' and 'accessible without being superficial', a recording of this nota…

Oper In 3 Akten. Par RHEINBERGER JOSEF GABRIEL. Rheinberger was inspired to compose his first opera by the great cycle of aquarelles entitled “Von den Sieben Raben” by the painter Moritz von Schwind [1804–1871], with whom he was acquainted. The libretto by Franz Bonn [1830–1904] follows in its essentials the story depicted in these pictures, rather than the Grimm fairytale of the same name. The wo…

Lively Flute Tunes is a collection of 57 spirited flute solos. The selections include reels, hornpipes, jigs, sea chanteys, dance tunes and more. These flute solos are ideal for performance or just enjoyment while playing the instrument./ Recueil / Flûte Traversière

Par CURNOW JAMES. Feature the section that “delivers the energy” in this great new arrangement by James Curnow. Based on a French folk song that tells a story about three young drummer boys, the music uses imitation, question and answer and stylistic rhythmic figures to challenge these proud musicians. While featuring the Percussion section, there are also great parts for everyone else, so the ent…

Par HANNICKEL MIKE. Typically bands that play at this level have some Clarinet players who are comfortable above the break and others who are not. By staying below the break throughout, this light and spirited Clarinet section feature let’s you give the entire section a bit of the limelight. This is a perfect vehicle to help your Clarinet section learn to shape a phrase, and the cheerful melody le…

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. This spirited new Christmas medley from the pen of James L. Hosay will be a delight for all as the crown jewel of your holiday performance. The unmistakable sounds of the Emerald Isle are artfully portrayed here by one of the finest band composers of modern times. A thrilling opening with the rhythmic counterpoint of a 6/8 against 3/4 effect introduces this festive holiday rhap…

Par BULLA STEPHEN. This arrangement is an energetic march that provides a spirited setting for the familiar 'bell' melodies of the season. The main tunes featured are Carol of the Bells, I Heard the Bells and Jingle Bells, but you will also hear several other tunes woven into the music. / Niveau : 4 / Marche / Répertoire / Brass Band

Par YASINITSKY GREGORY W.. Nocturne and Steam Train is a 2-movement work for saxophone or viola and piano. Though originally written for saxophone and piano, it is equally idiomatic for viola. The first movement, Nocturne, is a passionate, lyrical, dark and expressive statement, and the second movement, Steam Train, is a spirited and highly rhythmic finale. This jazz-tinged work is ideal for recit…

Par LAURIDSEN MORTEN. Morten Lauridsen's setting of Lux Aeterna , a five movement, non-liturgical requiem for choir and chamber orchestra/organ is a rich and intensely moving work. Choral textures are fully explored, from the sonorous, slow unfolding of the Introitus and the intricate counterpoint and paired voices of In Te, Domine, Speravi , to the cappella motet O Nata Lux and spirited canticle …