SKU: PO.PE125
ISBN 9781877564253.
Meditation is an ideal work for advanced secondary school students and above looking to perform contemporary music. It was originally written for viola and piano and later was adapted for both alto saxophone and clarinet. The work was written to highlight the lyrical qualities of the solo instrument with a piano accompaniment. As such, Meditation provides an opportunity for the soloist to shine through individual expression making it perfect for solo recitals and competitions.
SKU: FT.FM221
ISBN 9790570481200.
Solo flute, 3 flutes, alto flute, bass flute, optional contr'alto flute, contrabass flute. A lovely arrangement of this classic piece from the flute repertoire. The solo flute part is unchanged and is here supported by a flute choir. The accompanying parts are relatively simple, ranging from about grade 4 to 6 in standard. Just a beautiful as the original, with a mournful opening section that is transformed into an exuberant romp showing the solo flute in full flight! A great chance to shine a new light on a perennial classic.
SKU: FT.FM008
ISBN 9790708085072.
Clarinet Ensemble Eb clarinet, 4 Bb clarinets, Alto clarinet (or Bb clarinet), Bass clarinet (or Alto clarinet), Contrabass clarinet (or Bass/Contra-alto clarinet) Two movements, Allegretto Expressivo and Andante. These are larger scale arrangements allowing other members of the clarinet family to shine. The first movement features a long bass clarinet solo, whilst the second movement features the Eb clarinet more. Slower tempi, but more complicated notes; double sharps feature in one section of the second movement. All clarinet parts cross the break. About grade 5-8 standard.
SKU: FT.FM542
ISBN 9790570484416.
This piece is based on an English folk song of the same name. After a short introduction, with fog rising over the sea, the flute introduces the theme, which is more embellished in the second statement. At the peak of the apogee the theme is taken over the piano, supported by a nice counter melody in the flute part. There is a nice conversation between the flute and the piano including several short piano solo sections, bringing in a contrasting colour and allowing the piano to shine. After reaching the peak of the drama the music dies out and vanishes into the silence. Both the melody and the arrangement together mirror the sorrowful life of a fisherman.
SKU: FT.FM331
ISBN 9790570482306.
A piece for brass band featuring the soprano cornet. Slow and solemn, yet dignified and graceful, this allows the soloist to shine in front of the whole brass band. The band stays in the background for just about the whole piece, coming slightly to the fore in the more turbulent middle section. Lasting 4’30’’ a nice change of pace for a concert.
SKU: FT.FM803
ISBN 9790570487028. 21 x 30 cm inches.
SKU: KN.61695S
UPC: 822795616958.
Following up on the popularity of the composer's baseball-inspired big band chart, Double Play, this shuffle opens with an ad lib solo for piano and grooves from start to finish. A stop-time section gives the brass ample opportunity to shine. This piece for advancing groups has notated rhythm parts, a memorable melody, and lots of dynamic contrast. Written or ad lib solos are assigned to trumpet and tenor sax, but the solo section may be opened up for more soloists. A guitar chord chart by Jim Greeson is included. Duration 3:55. Available in SmartMusic.
SKU: PO.PE126
ISBN 9781877564260.
Meditation is an ideal recital work for advanced secondary school students and above looking to perform contemporary music. It was originally written for viola and piano and later was adapted for both alto saxophone and clarinet. The work was written to highlight the lyrical qualities of the solo instrument with a piano accompaniment. As such, Meditation provides an opportunity for the soloist to shine through individual expression making it perfect for solo recitals and competitions.
SKU: CF.CM9511
ISBN 9781491146231. UPC: 680160903733. 6.875 x 10.5 inches.
Well-known composer Stacey V. Gibbs' arrangement of the beloved spiritual I Want Jesus to Walk With Me is a superb arrangement for TTBB choirs. Laden with emotion and ranges to suit advanced tenor-bass choirs, Gibbs' signature style shines through, making it a programming must. choirs, Gibbs' signature style shines through making this new arrangement a programming must.
SKU: CF.CAS117
ISBN 9781491153291. UPC: 680160910793. 9 x 12 inches. Key: A major.
Abendstern, composed by Lauren Bernofsky,?evokes an image of a sunset over the tree-covered hills of the Bavarian countryside with the Abendstern, or evening star, shining brightly over the scene. A hauntingly beautiful theme in falling thirds?evokes the treetops as they become darker and murkier. This piece is a wonderful addition to any concert program and can be used as a touching?tribute at a memorial service.One summer night during a visit to Bavaria in southern Germany, I stood outside on a balcony overlooking the hills of the Bavarian forest, watching the beautiful early-evening sky. It was still light out, but I could make out one solitary star in the sky. As the sun slowly went down, the landscape became more and more dark and indistinct, and the star shone brighter and brighter. My mother-in-law stood there with me. I asked her the name of the star, and she answered, Abendstern (or Evening Star.) I was so moved by what I saw, I went inside and took out my manuscript paper and started to write down this piece. The tree-covered hills and tranquility of the evening are evoked by the theme, whose contour (with little bumps) mirrors the contour of the treetops on the hills. The star is represented by the sustained note E; at the beginning of the piece, it can be heard in a low register in the violas, and over the course of the piece, it is heard in higher and higher octaves, as the star shines ever more brightly. By the end, the landscape has disappeared into the darkness, and now all we see is the star, shining its brightest, and played by the upper strings, now harmonized to convey its brilliant light..One summer night during a visit to Bavaria in southern Germany, I stood outside on a balcony overlooking the hills of the Bavarian forest, watching the beautiful early-evening sky. It was still light out, but I could make out one solitary star in the sky. As the sun slowly went down, the landscape became more and more dark and indistinct, and the star shone brighter and brighter. My mother-in-law stood there with me. I asked her the name of the star, and she answered, Abendstern (or Evening Star.) I was so moved by what I saw, I went inside and took out my manuscript paper and started to write down this piece. The tree-covered hills and tranquility of the evening are evoked by the theme, whose contour (with little bumps) mirrors the contour of the treetops on the hills. The star is represented by the sustained note E; at the beginning of the piece, it can be heard in a low register in the violas, and over the course of the piece, it is heard in higher and higher octaves, as the star shines ever more brightly. By the end, the landscape has disappeared into the darkness, and now all we see is the star, shining its brightest, and played by the upper strings, now harmonized to convey its brilliant light..One summer night during a visit to Bavaria in southern Germany, I stood outside on a balcony overlooking the hills of the Bavarian forest, watching the beautiful early-evening sky. It was still light out, but I could make out one solitary star in the sky. As the sun slowly went down, the landscape became more and more dark and indistinct, and the star shone brighter and brighter. My mother-in-law stood there with me. I asked her the name of the star, and she answered, Abendstern (or Evening Star.) I was so moved by what I saw, I went inside and took out my manuscript paper and started to write down this piece. The tree-covered hills and tranquility of the evening are evoked by the theme, whose contour (with little bumps) mirrors the contour of the treetops on the hills. The star is represented by the sustained note E; at the beginning of the piece, it can be heard in a low register in the violas, and over the course of the piece, it is heard in higher and higher octaves, as the star shines ever more brightly. By the end, the landscape has disappeared into the darkness, and now all we see is the star, shining its brightest, and played by the upper strings, now harmonized to convey its brilliant light.
About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series
This series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
SKU: CF.CAS117F
ISBN 9781491153307. UPC: 680160910809. 9 x 12 inches.
SKU: M7.BARN-32352400
English.
A totally hip funk tune with a swing sixteenth note feel that really lays right in the groove and every section gets a chance to shine. Your drummer will love the alternating measures of drum fills and ensemble kicks that build with intensity into the trumpet soli feature that in turn explodes into an open solo section for any soloists. Includes a guitar help sheet that includes tablature for licks and chord shape. A great closer that will make good bands sound even better! Really cooks!
SKU: FT.FM140
ISBN 9790570480395.
Saxophone Quartet SATB. One of Schubert's early works arranged for saxophone quartet. A lively first movement, then a Minuet and Trio, then a lyrical slow movement and then a Presto Finale. This is a simpler arrangement to give some earlier players a chance to play some ensemble music. With musical interest in all parts, the simpler phrase structure and range of notes would suit players of about grade 4 standard. Schubert's unmistakable gift for melody shines out here.
SKU: CF.CAS161
ISBN 9781491165065. UPC: 680160923977. Key: D minor.
Perseverance embodies the personal challenge and ultimate victory of staying strong in the midst of struggle and hardship. The piece is full of rhythmic energy and musical intensity, giving each section of the orchestra plenty of opportunities to shine. First violins also get to take things to the next level with string crossing patterns that sound really flashy, as well as some third position. Written with the intermediate-advanced orchestra in mind, this piece will excite performers and audiences alike.
SKU: CF.CAS161F
ISBN 9781491165461. UPC: 680160924370. Key: D minor.
Perseverance embodies the personal challenge and ultimate victory of staying strong in the midst of struggle and hardship. The piece is full of rhythmic energy and musical intensity, giving each section of the orchestra plenty of opportunities to shine. First violins also get to take things to the next level with string crossing patterns that sound really flashy, as well as some 3rd position. Written with the intermediate-advanced orchestra in mind, this piece will excite performers and audiences alike.
SKU: GI.WW1792
UPC: 785147023661. Latin. Text Source: Traditional Latin.
With a free chant opening flowing into modern harmonies, this beautiful work from Jacob Narverud will become a favorite of your singers and audiences. Narverud's ability to craft a beautiful and timeless melody shines here in this work for more advanced mixed choirs. A great addition for any program, especially when a reverberant acoustic is availble.