Par EBB FRED / KANDER JOHN. First performed in 1975, Chicago has become a true classic, and no other show better portrays decidedly questionable human characteristics. Razzle Dazzle features big-shot lawyer Billy Flynn. The lovely but naïve Roxie Hart stands accused of murder, which we know she committed. Here, Billy gleefully explains how to ‘razzle dazzle’ a jury and indeed newspaper readers, us…

Par DIVERS AUTEURS / MARAGNO. Argentinian folk music composers Los Hermanos Abal are best known for founding a folk group in 1939. Their career high point came in 1942 when their song, Carnavalito Quebradeno was used in the film, La Guerra Gaucha. Virtu Maragno (1828-2004) sublimely harmonises the song for SATB choir. Argentinian born Maragno was a composer of classical, opera and film music, as w…

Par CHUA SONNY. Sonny Chua’s Cool Keys 2 is packed with irresistible tunes that progress from Grade 3 to Grade 5 standard (Intermediate level). Featuring an assortment of exciting original pieces, from Feeling kooky jazz to modern waltz and feisty Firestorm, these creative piano solos offer a wide range of styles and moods – sure to spark the imagination of every player. With hints and tips from t…

This is a scale book of unprecedented scope. Simon Fischer has developed an entirely new method in which, using the traditional ways of practising scales only as a point of departure, he focuses on numerous often-neglected aspects of the violist's technique. For every element he has designed exercises that sensitize the ear, stimulate the mind and build the playing apparatus of the violist. The ma…

Par SHELTON MELVIN L.. Shifting harmonies in the stately but exciting opening introduce a lovely lyric theme. A gorgeous 8-measure Alto Sax solo (cued Tpt. ) brings in a second, extended lyric theme which gradually develops beautiful counterpoint reminiscent of a Romantic serenade. Melvin Shelton’s sensitive scoring makes this excellent concert and contest offering both accessible and worthwhile. …

Now available for SSAA, this exciting mixed-meter festival piece features both Latin and English versions of Psalm 130: 'Out of my depths I have cried to thee, O Lord.? Recording provided by the Virginia District XV High School Women's Honor Choir, directed by Russell Robinson, RonArt Associates Recordings. Optional rental orchestration available at alfred.com/rental. / Choeur SSAA

This fierce concert piece takes the orchestra on an exciting musical journey. With strong rhythm and melodic themes, each section has the opportunity to perform important lines. Students will be challenged to perform with various emotional styles, including both intense and legato melodies. (2:30) Correlates to Sound Innovations Book 2, Level 2. / Orchestre A Cordes

French saxophonist, Claude Georgel was born in 1959. He studied at the Nancy Conservatory where he became curious in the modern music heard today, written or improvised. His interests and expertise have led him to create many compositions, including Crise(n) for Alto Saxophone and Electronics.Crise(n) is the third volume in the composer's series, 'Altitudes'. The work is frequently incorporated to…