Fantasias and Selected Works. Par BYRD WILLIAM. William Byrd is one of the great English composers of the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Today this creative Catholic at the Anglican court of Elisabeth I is known primarily for his masses, motets and madrigals. However, in addition to vocal music he also composed an impressive number of keyboard pieces that brook comparison in quality with thos…

This composition for younger and developing musicians allows them to play a dramatic piece that sounds like the soundtrack of an epic motion picture. The main theme is bold and adventuresome while the secondary theme is more reserved and playful. The rhythms and pitches are playable by most first year musicians. Both accessible and bold, this is a terrific choice for festival or concert performanc…

Das Trainingsprogramm für junge Gitarristen (TAB). Par PAYR FABIAN. Finger Fitness is another Ricordi bestseller for guitar. The author made a similar concept for kids or younger students, and it will probably please many more players because it just looks nicer and easier than other technique books. (illustrated, guitar tab). / Etudes et exercices / Date parution : 1905-07-06/ Etude / Guitare

Hier Liegt Vor Deiner Majestät. Par HAYDN JOHANN MICHAEL. Although the music of the younger Haydn brother was highly regarded by his contemporaries, his music was forgotten in the 19th century and still waits to be rediscovered. One of his more well-known works is the central piece on the present CD, the German Mass “Hier liegt vor deiner Majestät” MH 560 [Here before thy majesty], a work which is…

Take A Walk Through Aleksey Igudesman'S Imaginary Garden!. Par IGUDESMAN ALEKSEY. Aleksey Igudesman might reasonably be described as a modern day Victor Borge. With his cabaret partner, Hyung-ki Joo, he has toured concert halls all over the world, wringing all that is humorous out of classical music with just the basic tools of violin and piano. 'In my Garden 1” shows Igudesman in another light, t…

Arrangement: Huff. Par ROBINSON SMOKEY. Discovery Series arrangements are specifically designed for younger performers and this 1966 hit by the Temptations does not disappoint! / Date parution : 2008-04-07/ Feuillet / Voix Mixtes

The singable tune of this winsome Stevenson setting is frequently traded between voice parts, affording each member of the choir an opportunity to sing both melody and harmony. A great choice for younger voices and a cross-curricular tie-in to A Child's Garden of Verses. / 2 Parties Mixtes

Paul Cook brings us this rich, slow ballad setting of the classic tune from The Wizard of Oz. It's easy to play and sounds delightful. Players and audiences will all want to hear this one often. A great chart to introduce phrasing and style to younger players. Very Easy (4:11)

John Lennon's soulful plea for peace throughout the world, graciously arranged by Mona Rejino for the intermediate piano student. This gorgeous song will most certainly be on every adult student's 'Top-Ten List,? and is a perfect introduction to Lennon's genial songwriting talents for younger students. 4/4 - syncopated pedaling - straightforward melody and accompaniment - 1st and 2nd endings - syn…