The art of arranging has a long tradition. When arranging three movements from the third and fifth cello suites of J.S. Bach, the trombone virtuoso Mike Svoboda was inspired by the piano parts which had been added to Bach's solo suites by Robert Schumann. A dialogue across the centuries (also available as download in a version for accordion). / Trombone Et Piano

To this day Eugène Bozza (1905-1991) remains one of the most prolific composers for wind instruments despite being a violinist himself. His Hommage A Bach for Trombone and Piano is an exquisite addition to the repertoire. During his studies at the Paris Conservatoire Bozza won prizes for Violin conducting and composition as well as the Grand Prix de Rome. He then conducted the orchestra of the Opéra-Comique and became Head of the Conservatoire in Valenciennes whilst remaining a prominent composer. Composed in 1957 Bozza's Hommage A Bach reflects thecomposer's admiration of the great J. S. Bach. As music educationalist Paul Griffiths has written of Bozza's compositions 'his works reveal melodic fluency elegance of structure and a consistently sensitive concern of instrumental capabilities.'

Part of the Anglo Music Play-along Series Philip Sparke's 15 Easy Classical Solos is aimed at the young instrumentalist who can play just over an octave. Specifically tailored to suit the individual instrument this book introduces the beginning player to the world of the classics by using simple yet attractive melodies that fit their limited range.The carefully selected pieces include music from the 16th to the 20th century and cover a wide variety of styles from Bach to Grieg and from Purcell to Satie.This book will provide invaluable additional material to complement any teaching method and includes both piano accompaniment and a demo/play-along CD.