SKU: PR.114410380

UPC: 680160015160. 9.5 x 13 inches.

My second String Quartet was written twenty years after the first, Opus 4 from 1978. The First Quartet is an obsessively contrapuntal work in one movement, which was no doubt influenced by my studies with David Diamond. I had always intended to return to the medium once I left the astringency of my earlier style, but it was only when the National Federation of Music Clubs commissioned a major chamber work, with unspecified instrumentation, to celebrate their 100th Anniversary that I was enabled to do so. The Second Quartet is in four movements: Moderato, Allegro isterico, an Andante theme with 11 variations, and the closing Allegro, which then returns to the tempo of the first movement. An audience member at the premiere told me that she heard echoes of recent tragic events such as the Oklahoma bombing in this work. While I had no such programmatic intent while writing the quartet, it was not an entirely incorrect assessment of the work's intended emotional impact. The quartet is pervaded by a sense of seriousness, even mournfulness. The second movement's scherzo is an aggressively animated piece of musical machinery. The third movement's Variations unfold into a greater variety of moods than the others - but the moments of lyricism are countered by aggressive or ironic outbursts. The final movement's attempt at triumph quickly subsides into a return of the first movement, before being transformed onto a sense of resignation and acceptance as the chromaticism of the opening theme is transformed into a pure and diatonic C-Major. The work received its world premiere by the Shanghai Quartet at the 100th Anniversary Congress of the National Federation of Music Clubs at the Congress Hotel in Chicago on August 19th 1998.
My second String Quartet was written twenty years after the first, Opus 4 from 1978.  The First Quartet is an obsessively contrapuntal work in one movement, which was no doubt influenced by my studies with David Diamond.  I had always intended to return to the medium once I left the astringency of my earlier style, but it was only when the National Federation of Music Clubs commissioned a major chamber work, with unspecified instrumentation, to celebrate their 100th Anniversary that I was enabled to do so.The Second Quartet is in four movements:  Moderato, Allegro isterico, an Andante theme with 11 variations, and the closing Allegro, which then returns to the tempo of the first movement.An audience member at the premiere told me that she heard echoes of recent tragic events such as the Oklahoma bombing in this work.  While I had no such programmatic intent while writing the quartet, it was not an entirely incorrect assessment of the workñ€ℱs intended emotional impact.  The quartet is pervaded by a sense of seriousness, even mournfulness.  The second movementñ€ℱs scherzo is an aggressively animated piece of musical machinery.  The third movementñ€ℱs Variations unfold into a greater variety of moods than the others ñ€“ but the moments of lyricism are countered by aggressive or ironic outbursts.  The final movementñ€ℱs attempt at triumph quickly subsides into a return of the first movement, before being transformed onto a sense of resignation and acceptance as the chromaticism of the opening theme is transformed into a pure and diatonic C-Major.The work received its world premiere by the Shanghai Quartet at the 100th Anniversary Congress of the National Federation of Music Clubs at the Congress Hotel in Chicago on August 19th 1998.

SKU: AP.36-50703015

ISBN 9781638870562. UPC: 753625016306. English.

This string quartet is the last work completed by this fine American composer. The work's five movements are based on old folk and hymn melodies that the composer found intriguing. In the final movement, he combines the old melody with one of his own creation, to bring an especially original flavor to an old form. Stirring and lyrical, this has a myriad of programming options.

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SKU: AP.36-52703210

ISBN 9781621567684. UPC: 830056002105. English.

Sightreadable, violins to 5th position. Contents: Joy to the World; O Come, O Come Emmanuel; The First Noel; Silent Night; Deck the Halls; Lo, How a Rose; Hark! The Herald Angels Sing; What Child Is This?; Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella; We Wish You a Merry Christmas.

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SKU: AP.36-52703136

ISBN 9781621568360. UPC: 679360600894. English.

This album for string quartet includes: Trumpet Tune (Purcell); Trumpet Voluntary (Clarke); Wedding March (Wagner); Wedding March (Mendelssohn); Entrance of the Queen of Sheba (Handel); Rondeau (Mouret); Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (Bach); Ave Maria (Schubert); Aria from Xerxes (Handel); Largo from Winter (Vivaldi) and Liebestraum (Liszt).

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SKU: CZ.9798870828015

The Christmas Duet Fun Book Series is the ultimate holiday music resource for young music students who want to enjoy the magic of Christmas through the joy of playing music! In this series, we've compiled a collection of duet books for flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, french horn, trombone, violin, viola, and cello that are perfect for beginners and intermediate players. The music is easy to play, yet still engaging and fun, making it the perfect tool for music educators looking to introduce their students to the world of duet playing. The duet books can be mixed and matched, allowing for heterogeneous groupings of instruments, and the songs included in the series cover both traditional hymns and popular secular music. With a variety of classic and contemporary holiday tunes, players can have fun while developing their technique, intonation, and rhythm. The series is designed to inspire and motivate young musicians during the holiday season, as they work together to create beautiful music and memories that will last a lifetime. With the Christmas Duet Fun Books, young musicians can experience the joy of playing music with others and the magic of the holiday season. Whether it's for a school performance, family gathering, or just for fun, this series is the perfect choice for anyone who wants to celebrate the holiday season with music. Easy to play Christmas and Hanukkah duets for a festive holiday season include O' Come Little Children, Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella, Jolly Old St. Nick, O Come, O Come Emmanuel, Ding Dong Merrily on High, Silent Night, Jingle Bells, O Come All Ye Faithful, Angels We Have Heard on High, We Three Kings, Joy to the World, Hark, the Herald Angels Sing, Up On the Housetop, Toyland, O Holy Night, Away in a Manger, Go Tell It on the Mountain, The First Noel, I Have a Little Dreidel, Dreidel Turn, and The Hanukkah Song.

SKU: AP.36-52703129

ISBN 9781628761603. UPC: 660355089794. English.

This set includes both "Water Music" suites in F major and D major. This is high quality string literature  arranged for string quartets at the medium to medium advanced levels.

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SKU: AP.36-52720604

ISBN 9781633610088. UPC: 679360614877. English.

The third volume moves students toward more advanced playing techniques and literature. This text continues to develop playing skills found in Book 2 and advances the student through more rigorous and lengthy literature. Instrument-specific selections promote performance, reinforcing shifting skills, more advanced bowing techniques, and complex and multiple-meter pieces. The book contains solo literature that: enables the student to use higher positions with suggested fingerings; features accidentals that challenge left-hand intonation; utilizes more complex time signatures, multiple-meters, and challenging rhythmic patterns; and develops the bow stroke to perform more expressive dynamics and musicianship. Digital audio available.

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SKU: AP.36-52702493

ISBN 9781621569572. UPC: 654690639059. English.

This anthology compiled and arranged by Carole Neuen-Rabinowitz contains trios for 2 violins (alt. viola for violin 2) and cello.Includes works by Tartini, Telemann, Corelli, Scarlatti, Couperin, Vivaldi and Geminiani.

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SKU: AP.36-52703310

ISBN 9781621569824. UPC: 660355109768. English.

A marvelous collection Cole Porter classics that are arranged to be both accessible by younger musicians and appropriate for professionals.  Songs: 1. All of You  2. Ev'ry Time We Say Goodbye  3. I've Got You Under My Skin  4. I Love You  5. What Is This Thing Called Love?  6. It's All Right With me  .

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