Arrangeur: Alfred Mann. Par HAENDEL GEORG FRIEDRICH. The best-known and most beloved large-scale musical work in the English-speaking world, Messiah was first performed in Dublin over 200 years ago to benefit local charities. Since that time, it has given millions of performers their primary experience in singing classical music. Today it is the supreme example of the English oratorio. A meditatio…

Alfred's Kid's Guitar Course is a fun method that teaches you to play songs on the guitar right away. Each lesson on every colorful page is explained in plain language that's easy to understand, and accompanying audio that you can stream or download online is included so you can hear what each example should sound like. Plus, you get to learn from three irresistible guitar experts---a clever, clas…

In English-speaking countries ‘Away in a Manger’ is one of the first Christmas songs to be taught to little children. It is a moving song with simple words which makes it easy to understand. The song is also known as ‘Luther’s Cradle Hymn’. This suggests that Martin Luther was the author of the lyrics. According to researchers however this is a misconception – the author is unkno…

Songs in the Style of Barbra Streisand Music Minus One Vocals-Nine timeless vocal standards are presented in this collection in the style of the great Barbra Streisand. The CD features example and backing tracks for each song. Includes: I Concentrate on You · I've Got a Crush on You · I Remember You · Softly As I Leave You · Almost Like Being in Love · I'm Glad There Is You · When I Fall in…

These new editions have been fully revised to fit in with the 2011 modifications to the ABRSM aural syllabuses.Each grade takes students through all the sections of the exam offering practice tests example questions and clear explanations of what will be expected of them.They are the ideal study aid for any student preparing for the aural element of an Associated Board practical exam.

We are often so focused on presenting the entire ensemble that it’s easy to forget we can also program solo feature pieces. There are so many reasons to do just that. It rewards that special player who has been working so hard. It sets an example for other players in the section. It provides a nice contrast regardless of what else is programmed. Be sure to put on the demonstration CD found in th…

Do you love the blues' Do you want to master it by learning the techniques used by the greats' Then Real Blues Guitar is exactly what you're looking for. Revised with all-new engravings and now with a companion DVD, this book starts you off with the basics and takes a comprehensive approach to rhythm, lead, and solo playing. You'll be guided through the styles of blues guitar masters like Eric Cla…

Set of Parts-At the time of its creation the First String Quartet was a truly revolutionary work and was considered nearly impossible to perform by existing quartets of the day.The piece was the first working example of Carter's 'Metric Modulation' which gives the impression that several different independent musical layers are existing simultaneously. Arranged for 2 Violins Viola and Cello.

A perfect example of a tall tale (those improbable stories with a grain of truth at the center) this will appeal to anyone who likes to embellish a fine story to make it even better.

A Short Madrigal Cycle for Mixed Chorus-A Short Madrigal Cycle for Mixed Chorus. Five very short pieces serve as a fine example of Mechem's ability to weave separate poems into a connected story. The texts about the joy and despair of love are by one of America'sgreat masters of the short lyric Sara Teasdale.