Cole Porters only attempt at a 'serious? composition came with the ballet score Within the Quota, when Darius Milhaud suggested Porter as a composer to pair with his La Création du monde. Both pieces were rapturously received by the Parisian press at the October 1923 premiere at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées. Cole Porter later believed the score to be lost. In 1970 the score was discovered at Yal…

Ten Easy Pieces. Par SCOTT CYRIL. The English composer Cyril Scott (1879–1970) studied piano and composition at the Frankfurt Conservatoire. In 1898 he returned to Liverpool to work as a composer and teacher. He composed for every musical genre from opera and symphonies to chamber music, but always took a special interest in writing easy teaching material for children and young people. The collect…

Par ARBAN JEAN-BAPTISTE. Arban's fundamental method book for trumpet was first published in 1864 and has held a top spot in trumpet studies ever since. In 1936, two of the finest trombonists of the day, Charles Randall and Simone Mantia, revised the method for trombone, creating the basis for trombone studies over the ensuing 75 years. Today, Alan Raph brings the Arban into the 21st century, enhan…

A Selection from Ghana. Orff-Schulwerk has been translated and adapted for use in many countries and there are editions in numerous languages, with a comprehensive range of supplementary material. Those teachers using the various English editions will find here a rich and exciting source of traditional folk songs, dance melodies and original material from other countries, which will enlarge and en…

One of the most beloved times of the year is the holiday season, and what better way to welcome it in than with the most beloved songs of the season! Pick up The World's Most Beloved Christmas Songs and choose from over 70 classics to play and sing all season long. Choose from songs like 'All I Want for Christmas Is You (A Christmas Love Song),' 'The First Noel,' 'Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town,' …

Par GALPER HAL. For All musicians wishing to learn fantastic bass lines. While reading from the book, play along with the bassist on the recording (sold separately) until you feel you’ve mastered his “feel” and nuances. Then, using the special stereo separation on all of our Play-A-Long recordings, switch the bassist off and play along by yourself with just the piano and drums! This book (like all…

This Omnibus Edition contains the complete Absolute Beginners Bass course in one complete and convenient package! The Absolute Beginners method has been designed to tell you everything you need to know from the very first time you pick up your Bass Guitar. This edition also features a unique download card with professional demonstration and accompaniment tracks, allowing you to start playing music…

Ten Golden Oldies in easy to intermediate-level arrangements. Par DIVERS AUTEURS (ARR.RAE JAMES). You Must Remember This… is a collection for clarinetists of ten of the world's most well-known and loved melodies. Arranged by James Rae with the elementary to middle-grade clarinet player in mind, these favourites from yesteryear will stir memories for many and delight all. All pieces are set in comf…