SKU: AP.49443
ISBN 9781470650483. UPC: 038081571263. English.
Written to reinforce dotted quarter/eighth note patterns, Grand Pursuit by Michael Kamuf features contrasting melodies, bold harmonies, and a fun, groove-oriented development section that combine to create a piece both your students and audiences will enjoy. (2:00).
SKU: AP.49918
ISBN 9781470661502. UPC: 038081578569. English.
Bring one of the all-time greatest Broadway melodies to your students and audience! This setting of Tomorrow, arranged by Michael Kamuf, captures the power and hope of the anthem from Annie. Drumset and percussion add to the drive and color of this arrangement which is sure to become a favorite. (2:45).
SKU: AP.49918S
ISBN 9781470661519. UPC: 038081578576. English.
SKU: AP.45842S
UPC: 038081524115. English. Zachary Barnett; James Shelley; Matthew Sanchez; David Rublin; Aaron Accetta; Jonnie Davis; Michael Goodman [American Authors].
Go big and get your audience excited with this bright and energetic sing-along hit arranged by Victor López. American Authors, an indie rock band based in Brooklyn, New York, wrote Go Big or Go Home---a Top 20 hit on Billboard charts and featured in promos for the 2016 NBA Playoff Finals. Given the catchy melody and vibrant rhythms, this song is the hair-raising anthem you have been looking for to complete your program. Great tune for a recruiting demonstration! (2:40).
SKU: AP.49032
ISBN 9781470645489. UPC: 038081564029. English. American Folk Song.
The American folk song Wayfaring Stranger has been given a fresh treatment by educator and arranger Michael Kamuf. In this setting, all instruments get a chance to play the melody while varying accompaniments create different moods and textures. This is the perfect vehicle to teach expressive playing and will make a great addition to any concert or festival program. (2:50) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.44780S
UPC: 038081516912. English.
Medieval Dance is based on the song Amours, que porra devenir (O love, what will become of me), which was written by trouvére Thibaut de Blason, probably around 1200. Carefully scored in the Mixolydian mode by Michael Story, this piece offers both a vivid history lesson and reinforcement of triple meter. Great for teaching and performance! (2:05) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.44795
UPC: 038081521176. English.
With a bright and cheerful opening and a lyrical middle section, this piece celebrates the early years of the United States and the sacrifices that secured our freedom. Composed by Michael Hopkins, this piece will provide a patriotic flavor for any concert. With no shifting except in the basses, this piece includes many opportunities for right-hand development and work on dynamics. Some hi third fingers are required in viola and violin, and the cello part requires an extension. The ending is a return of the opening, but with a descending chromatic line in the cello and bass parts.
SKU: AP.44785S
UPC: 038081516998. English.
One of the most important works of the 20th century was Stravinsky's ballet, The Firebird. The iconic Finale is now accessible to young players with this effective arrangement by Michael Story. All meter changes have been squared off, while still maintaining the spirit and integrity of the original work. (1:50).
SKU: AP.49014
ISBN 9781470645366. UPC: 038081563947. English.
Canadian singer The Weeknd's hit Blinding Lights rose to number one on the charts in 34 countries including the U.S. and Canada. Taken from his fourth album After Hours and performed at the 2021 Super Bowl, the singer combines elements of pop music along with the synth-pop era of the 1980s. This piece is the perfect vehicle to reinforce syncopation while having fun! Arranged by Michael Kamuf, the infectious groove will make this a favorite of students and audience alike! (2:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.49451
ISBN 9781470660833. UPC: 038081577623. English.
Pop singer Bebe Rexha teamed up with the country music group Florida Georgia Line to create this number-one hit that crossed numerous pop charts. This arrangement of Meant To Be by Michael Story perfectly captures the feel of the original recording. (2:05).
SKU: AP.45861S
UPC: 038081523682. English.
A stunning lyrical work, this is the perfect selection to introduce expressive playing to your beginning string students. All students have an opportunity to play melodic material in this harmonically rich composition by composer and educator Michael Kamuf. This piece is dedicated to the memory of Bebe, a gentle and sweet rabbit, who spent several years in a shelter before being rescued by the composer's family. To learn more about Bebe's story, please visit the composer's website at www.mikekamuf.com. (2:15).
SKU: AP.44787S
UPC: 038081517148. English.
This exciting new work by Michael Story is based on the style of the lively 19th century Bohemian dance of the same name. It is full of contemporary sounds, stylistic contrasts, and some easy quartal harmonies. (1:45).
SKU: AP.48042
UPC: 038081550794. English.
This suite by Douglas E. Wagner for young string players is drawn from Terpsichore, a major compilation of 312 primarily French dance tunes published in 1612, compiled and arranged by Michael Praetorius. Three contrasting movements, Bransle, Sarabande, and La Bourée, present a balanced and musically satisfying concert or contest selection, in addition to opening up a multitude of teachable moments in the rehearsal room. (3:20) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.45818
UPC: 038081524306. English. Traditional French Christmas Carol.
Make your holiday concert sparkle with this terrific new arrangement called Chant de Noël, based on the popular Christmas carol Sing We Now of Christmas and arranged by Michael Story. Varying textures and colorful harmonies abound in this easy to play, yet sophisticated piece. (1:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.49899
ISBN 9781470657338. UPC: 038081575483. English.
Kingsgate Castle, by Michael Story, named for the majestic 18th-century structure on the southeast coast of England, is set in a traditional ABA overture form. (2:40).
SKU: AP.45860
UPC: 038081523651. English.
Midnight Adventure by Michael Kamuf is contemporary work that paints a musical picture of a late night outdoor escapade, using flowing melodies soaring over rich harmonies and driving rhythmic figures. Perfect as an opening or closing selection and an ideal choice for festivals! Correlates to Sound Innovations Book 1. (2:20).
SKU: AP.46690S
UPC: 038081533407. English.
The heroic second movement of Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67 is a theme and variations. In this arrangement by Michael Hopkins the original key of A-flat major has been changed to C major, and the original time signature of 3/8 has been changed to 3/4 meter. Beethoven's original dynamic markings and harmonies have been preserved. This movement is an excellent piece for teaching legato, hooked, martelé, and spiccato bowings; bow distribution; dynamic contrast; and phrasing. Your students will enjoy playing this accessible arrangement of one of the great masterpieces of the classical era.
SKU: AP.46681S
UPC: 038081535166. English.
Barnburner by Michael Story is a dynamic festival selection or concert opener or closer that will grab your audience's attention right from the start. It's full of energy, but very playable for developing ensembles. Written for beginning string orchestras, it also contains easy optional parts for piano/keyboard and percussion.
SKU: AP.44786S
UPC: 038081517124. English. Traditional Brazilian Folk Song.
Mama Paquita arranged by Michael Story is a catchy, high-spirited, and great-sounding arrangement of the popular Brazilian Carnaval song, featuring bouncy yet repetitive eighth note patterns and contrasting styles. It's both educational and fun! (1:35) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.45861
UPC: 038081523675. English.
SKU: AP.45818S
UPC: 038081524313. English. Traditional French Christmas Carol.
SKU: AP.49457S
ISBN 9781470660727. UPC: 038081577517. English.
From the top of the country charts, Cole Swindell's hit single She Had Me at Heads Carolina pays tribute to singer and songwriter Jo Dee Messina and her debut single from 1996, Heads Carolina, Tails California. With melodies that get passed throughout the ensemble, arranger Michael Kamuf has crafted the perfect vehicle that will engage both your students and audience. This one is FUN! (2:00).
