Take the lead is an integrated series for alto saxophone, clarinet, flute, piano, tenor saxophone, trumpet and violin. In each edition all of the songs are in the same key at concert pitch, allowing the different instruments to play together. Chord symbols are included at concert pitch for use by piano or guitar.\'Take the Lead Smash Hits\'contains arrangements of chart hits encompassing a broad r…

Par BURGMULLER FRIEDRICH. Pedagogical in nature, these editions offer insightful interpretive suggestions, pertinent fingering, and historical and stylistic commentary. Johann Friedrich Burgmüller (1806-1874) was born into a German musical family- both his father and brother were also well-known composers. Settling in Paris after 1832, his light and intimate playing style won popularity in the sal…

Otakar Sevcik's single-volume Forty Variations for the Violin occupies a special position in his extensive oeuvre of teaching material. Here he follows up on his systematic 'step by step' work for the right hand, which he covered in detail in his previous op. 2.Nonetheless, this volume can be used as a self-contained unit, enlivening the violinist's daily regimen and offering a concise and highly …

8 Early Intermediate Arrangements for One Piano, Four Hands. The thrill of making music with a friend or teacher during the holidays is captured in this series of Christmas duets. Written for pianists at the early intermediate level, the pieces in this collection require hands-together coordination and move around the keyboard. Both primo and secondo parts are equal in difficulty. The selections o…

Learn to play banjo and open up a brand new world of musical knowledge with this exciting method from Alfred Music. Beginners of all ages can start their journey to a lifetime of musical enjoyment. Alfred's Teach Yourself to Play Banjo teaches you to play 5-string banjo even if you've never held the instrument before. The book starts with the fundamentals such as the history of the banjo, its comp…

It is impossible to imagine today's cello lessons without the works by Jean-Baptiste Bréval (1753-1823).This sonata is the first of the Six Sonates non difficiles pour le violoncelle Op. 40 (1795). To this day it remains popular among cello teachers and pupils alike. Because of its comfortable tonality and technical simplicity, it is an interesting classical sonata for cello students who are exper…

John Thompson’s Easiest Piano Course. First published in 1954, John Thompson’s Easiest Piano Course is one of the most-loved and best-selling Piano methods in the world. John Thompson’s timeless approach to teaching has been trusted by generations of teachers to start millions of students on their musical journey. Featuring popular smash hits, this book includes 15 repertoire pieces to complement …

Par ADAMS SALLY. The Best of Flute is a major collection of the best loved pieces and studies selected by the major examination boards, from current favourites to forgotten gems. These books include the pieces which have captured the imaginations of teachers and students over the years. Technically tried and tested, all the pieces have been rigorously researched by Flute expertSally Adams. A CD of…

Sing Pop A Cappella is a collection of a cappella arrangements of fantastic pop songs old and new, by renowned teacher, singer and director Gitika Partington. Her arrangements are used by choirs across the UK, and she emphasises that being able to read music is not necessary. Rewarding and enjoyable, Book Three continues her project to bring people together through the power of song.What's great a…

Concerto Solo no. 1. Par ROUGNON PAUL. French composer, pianist and teacher, Paul Rougnon (1846-1934) studied at the Paris Conservatoire under many prolific musicians of the time, including Cesar Franck. Rougnon 's composition catalogue is extensive, with many works remaining popular to this day, including his First Concert Solo for Trumpet or Cornet and Piano. The date of composition is unknown, …