'Letter from Home was commissioned as a patriotic work in 1944 by Paul Whiteman and his Radio Hall of Fame Orchestra. Composed toward the end of the Second World War this music suggests the emotions of a soldier reading a letter from home. The music has been described as Copland's 'most sentimental' and reflects his own homesickness while visiting Mexico. This sensitive transcription by Brian Bel…

In Letter from Home Philip Sparke portrays the many feelings and emotions that a letter from home can evoke. This intimate works opens with a gentle melody which gradually becomes more confused as new emotions are introduced. Finally resignation sets in but a sense of peace and balance is restored with the fi nal chorale. In this emotional work Philip Sparke truly captures the highs and lows of …

In Letter from Home Philip Sparke portrays the many feelings and emotions that a letter from home can evoke. This intimate works opens with a gentle melody which gradually becomes more confused as new emotions are introduced. Finally resignation sets in but a sense of peace and balance is restored with the fi nal chorale. In this emotional work Philip Sparke truly captures the highs and lows of …

Jazz Piano Solos Series Volume 57. 24 songs from this legendary guitarist and composer beautifully arranged for jazz piano solos! Includes: Always and Forever ? Antonia ? Are You Going with Me' ? Better Days Ahead ? First Circle ? Have You Heard ? In Her Family ? (It's Just) Talk ? James ? Last Train Home ? Letter from Home ? The Longest Summer ? Make Peace ? A Map of the World ? Mas Alla ? Minuan…

Letter from Sado is an exciting new piece for young band based on a Japanese haiku of the same name. Sado refers to Sado Island in Japan in which various artists religious and military leaders were sent in exile many years ago. The island has historically had a strong community of taiko drummers and as such the piece incorporates optional homemade taiko drums. Blackshaw writes: To capture the id…

This book is filled with John Dowland's haunting lute songs, as performed by Sting and Edin Karamazov. After his introduction to Dowland's music in the 1980s, Sting has continually returned to the music of this 'original English singer-songwriter' for inspiration, culminating in this spectacular album. Also included in the album and the songbook are excerpts from John Dowland's letters, bringing u…

Here is a lesson that’s packed with dozens of time-tested musical phrases that will help you become a strong lead guitarist. Even beginners will be able to start playing hot licks over blues changes. As the phrases get more advanced you’ll start to use slides bends hammer-ons pull-offs and other techniques to increase your speed and dexterity. Each riff is played slowly and then at the spe…

E Minor Op. 64. Par MENDELSSOHN-BARTHOLDY FELIX. Mendelssohn?s Violin Concerto op. 64, is a key work of the 19th century, adhering to the classical style of Beethoven while pointing the way to the romantic ethos of Brahms. It has long been known that Mendelssohn performed the work with three soloists in succession: Ferdinand David, who worked closely with the composer during its composition and pl…

Für Violine und Orchester Op. 64-Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto op. 64 is a key work of the 19th century adhering to the classical style of Beethoven while pointing the way to the romantic ethos of Brahms. It has long been known that Mendelssohn performed the work with three soloists in succession: Ferdinand David who worked closely with the composer during its composition and played it at…

E-moll Op. 64-Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto op. 64 is a key work of the 19th century adhering to the classical style of Beethoven while pointing the way to the romantic ethos of Brahms. It has long been known that Mendelssohn performed the work with three soloists in succession: Ferdinand David who worked closely with the composer during its composition and played it at the première; the …

Music and Lyrics for Over 100 Standards from the Golden Age of American Song. By Various. Piano/Vocal/Chords Songbook (Arrangements for piano and voice with guitar chords). Softcover. Size 9x12 inches. 320 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

For voice. C Edition. Format: fake book. With vocal melody, lyrics and chord names. Christmas and holiday. Series: Hal Leonard Fake Books. 157 pages. 9x12 inches. Published by Hal Leonard.

C Edition. Fake Book (Includes melody line and chords). Size 9x12 inches. 816 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Songbook for voice, piano and guitar (chords only). 264 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

For voice, piano and guitar chords. Format: piano/vocal/chords songbook. With vocal melody, piano accompaniment, lyrics, chord names, guitar chord diagrams, introductory text and historical event timeline. Swing and vocal standards. Published by Hal Leonard

Over 50 Pop Music Favorites (Piano/Vocal/Guitar). Composed by various artists and composers. This edition: Piano/Vocal/Guitar. Book; P/V/C Mixed Folio; Piano/Vocal/Chords. Greatest Hits. Pop; Rock. 280 pages. Published by Alfred Music

(365 Songs for Better Living). Arranged by Jim Beloff and Liz Beloff. Ukulele. Softcover. 336 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

Songbook for voice, piano and guitar chords. 252 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

For voice, piano and guitar chords. Format: piano/vocal/chords songbook. With vocal melody, piano accompaniment, lyrics, chord names and guitar chord diagrams. Christmas and holiday. 352 pages. 9x12 inches.

Composed by Clive Brown. Stapled. Book. Opus 64. 72 pages. Baerenreiter Verlag #BA09060. Published by Baerenreiter Verlag (BA.BA09060).

Composed by Aaron Copland (1900-1990). Arranged by Brian Belski. Windependence Master Level. Americana, Classical. Softcover. Boosey and Hawkes #M051663675. Published by Boosey and Hawkes (HL.48024049).