In 1774 Gluck had committed himself to supplying six stage works to the Académie Royale de Musique in Paris. This job he fulfilled partially by reworking works which had already been premiered in Vienna, such as 'Orfeo ed Euridice? (BA 5845-90).In the case of 'Alceste? which was premiered in 1776 and which was the prototype of the so-called reform opera, the composer created a completely new versi…

One of Tcherepnin?s favourite instruments was the cello for which he wrote about ten works (for example the Georgian Rhapsody other works for violoncello and orchestra and several ensemble and solo pieces). He worked together with cellists such as Paul Grümmer Paul Tortelier Pierre Fournier and Gregor Piatigorsky and for this reason his cello works seem to be especially well suited to the …

The Master of Funk Teaches You How to Thump! Book with Full-Length Video. For the first time, the legendary Louis Johnson Star Licks bass instruction videos are being made available in book format with online access to all the classic video footage. This package compiles Volumes I and II of the original Star Licks Master Classes into one bundle, giving you over an hour and a half of instruction, w…

for flute and piano- Susan Milan discovered the charming Popp Sonatinas Op. 388 while researching 19th century Flute repertoire in the British Museum Library. These beautifully crafted works are all without exception a delight to play and suitable for a broad level of player. They are a lovely example of Classical style and detailed in a way that makes them a joy to perform and as they are less…

The late 1960s saw the perfect fusion of blues and rock, giving birth to modern rock guitar and a generation of groundbreaking players. Real Blues-Rock Guitar focuses on these amazing guitar players and shows you their chord progressions, licks, styles, and techniques. This revised edition, now with companion DVDs and all-new engravings, guides you through the styles of blues-rock guitar masters l…

A collection of solos for beginners compiled to assist the tuba-player in learning to play melody lines and to introduce them to common repertoire where tuba solos make an appearance for example Grieg's 'In The Hall Of The Mountain King' and Schumann's 'The Happy Farmer'. Given the tuba's place in band music several military meoldies also make an appearance; there is also the much harder 'Down …

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.

John Tavener 'Agraphon' arranged for soprano timpani and strings. Commissioned by the Athens Concert Hall first performed on 29th October 1995.The music contains two symbolic ideas - the first being the opening series ofintervals which appear to be inexhaustible in their multifaceted symbolism representing the music of the spheres. If the angel's song is indeed one of knowledge they could n…

Toccatissimo-Toccata (from the Italian toccare 'to touch to hit') is one of the oldest names for instrumental pieces and describes a musical form that is usually comprised of several parts. Each part is constructed from a musical idea such as for example chords runs or imitations of a short motive.Toccatissimo is a composition that consists of several parts executed in different tempos. The m…

This composition written by William Llewellyn and arranged here for SATB chorus is different from the one normally associated with this carol. However it is still set to Christina Rossetti's haunting poem which depicts the pictoral and human attributes of the Incarnation. The imagery of winter follows the example of Milton’s On the Morning of Christ’s Nativity. It also follows the tradition…

Studies in Counterpoint, Tonal Organization and Piano Playing. By Paul Hindemith. Schott. Size 9x12 inches. 60 pages. Published by Schott.

(Something New Every Lesson) Written by John Thompson. Instructional book for piano. With introductory text, instructional text, instructional photos, illustrations, easy piano notation, fingerings and lyrics (on some songs). 79 pages. Published by Willis Music Company.

In All Major and Minor Keys. Composed by J. B. Albert. Edited by Julie DeRoche. Book. With Standard notation. 32 pages. Carl Fischer Music #O99X. Published by Carl Fischer Music

(for mixed choir (SATB) or soloists, organ or string orchestra). Composed by Arvo Part (1935-). For SATB choir, organ. Choral part(s). 53 pages. Universal Edition #UE036064. Published by Universal Edition

An Integrated Approach to Musical Literacy. Hinshaw Music. Softcover Audio Online. 48 pages. Hinshaw Music Inc. #HMB270. Published by Hinshaw Music Inc.

Piano Solo. Composed by Leos Jan�¡cek. Edited by Jir�­ Zahr�¡dka. Henle Music Folios. Softcover. 24 pages. G. Henle #HN1247. Published by G. Henle (HL.51481247).

By Richard F. Grunow, Edwin E. Gordon, Christopher D. Azzara. Band Method. Instructional. Book Only. Text language: English. 336 pages. Published by GIA Publications

Soprano or Tenor. By N. Vaccai. Arranged by J. Paton. Vocal Method. Size 7.5x10.7 inches. 48 pages. Published by G. Schirmer, Inc.

(Edition without fingering). By Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). Edited by Rudolf Steglich. Piano. Henle Music Folios. Book only. 60 pages

By Frank Ticheli. Concert band. Suitable for advanced middle school, high school, community and college bands. Level: Grade 3. Conductor score and set of parts. Duration 4:30. Published by Manhattan Beach Music.

Composed by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). Edited by Murray Perahia, Norbert Gertsch. Henle Music Folios. Classical. Softcover. 32 pages. G. Henle #HN1124. Published by G. Henle (HL.51481124).

(Exercises for the Instrumental Conductor). Arranged by Robert Spradling. Carl Fischer Band Books Series. Student Book. 96 pages. Published by Carl Fischer

By Helen Marlais with Kevin Olson. For Piano. The FJH Pianist's Curriculum. Level: Early Elementary. Book. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc.

(A Comprehensive Guide to some of the best Blues Riffs. Featuring Blues, Rock, Rhythm and Blues and Gospel Styles.) Written by Andrew D. Gordon. For Bb instrument. Includes instructional book and examples CD. With introductory text, standard notation and chord names. Instructiona…

Alfred's Essentials of Music Theory - Complete (Book/CDs). (Complete). Reference Textbooks; Textbook - General; Theory. Essentials of Music Theory. General Theory. Instructional book (spiral bound) and 2 example CDs. Introductory text, instructional text, musical examples and glo…

(in the Style of Gaëtano Pugnani Viola and Piano). By Fritz Kreisler (1875-1962). Edited by Giuseppe Pascucci. String. Softcover. 16 pages

By The Super Groovers. For Bb instruments. Jazz. Book/audio CD. 48 pages. Published by A.D.G. Productions.