Second Edition-This book defines Baroque music simply and explains how it began developed and influenced later musicians with chapters on major genres and a survey of the lives and music of the two leading composers of the late Baroque Bach and Handel.This book suggests listening viewing and further reading material to complement the main topics within the book and is an ideal resource for those wanting to explore the many aspects of Baroque music.This second edition has been fully revised and updated with expanded sections on the major genres and works of the Baroque era.Written to provide a solid foundation for pupils of all levels who are studyingBaroque music Baroque Music in Focus would also be useful for any readers with an interest in the topic.Hugh Benham read Music and English at Southampton University where he was awarded a Ph.D. for his study of the music of John Taverner. He is a chair of examiners for GCE Music an in-service trainer church organist and writer and formerly taught music in a sixth-form college.Hugh has contributed to Music Teacher and Classroom Music magazines and is the author of Baroque Music in Focus (Rhinegold 2007). His other writing includes two books on English church music including John Taverner: his Life and Music (Ashgate 2003) articles on early music contributions to The New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians (2001) and Die Musik in Geschichte und Gegenwart and a complete edition of Taverner for Early English Church Music.

A collection of 17th and 18th century music transcribed for solo mandolin with selections from Couperin Handel Baltzer Biber Reusner Marais Gallot Rameau Weiss Torelli Telemann Pachelbel and Vivaldi; 25 in all.All pieces are in standard notation and TAB. A companion audio online for listening is included for ten of the songs.

Oxford's highly successful listener's guides—The Symphony The Concerto and Choral Masterworks—have been widely praised for their blend of captivating biography crystal clear musical analysis and delightful humor.Now James Keller follows these greatly admired volumes with Chamber Music. Approaching the tradition of chamber music with knowledge and passion Keller here serves as the often-opinionated but always genial guide to 192 essential works by 56 composers providing illuminating essays on what makes each piece distinctive and admirable.Keller spans the history of thisintimate genre of music from key works of the Baroque through the emotionally stirring 'golden age' of the Classical and Romantic composers to modern masterpieces rich in political psychological and sometimes comical overtones. For each piece from Bach through to contemporary figures like George Crumb and Steve Reich the author includes an astute musical analysis that casual music lovers can easily appreciate yet that more experienced listeners will find enriching.Keller shares the colorful often surprising stories behind the compositions while revealing the delights of an art form once described by Goethe as the musical equivalent of 'thoughtful people conversing.'

This clever collection features music of the masters with words that teach about their lives. Includes unison arrangements of well-known works from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Twentieth Century periods. Equip your music history toolbox with the composer caricatures, kid-friendly biographies, and fun-filled activities. Then create a 25-minute program with the optional rhyming script. Recommended for grades three and up. CD includes reproducible PDFs of biographies, activitities, and song sheets, as well as accompaniment and performance tracks. / Tout Instrument

Volume 2 de la méthode 'Die fröhliche Querflöte est complétée par No livre tune 2, qui contient de nombreuses pièces faciles pour flûte et piano, ainsi que des duos de flûte d'autres pour faire de la musique en commun. Le répertoire s'étend de la musique baroque, classique et romantique époques (par exemple les oeuvres de Devienne, Haendel, Bach, Beethoven, Weber ou Grechaninov) à la musique folk et pop, offrant un mélange varié. La partie de piano qui l'accompagne est fixé dans un style simple, alors qu'il peut être facilement joué par les élèves ou leurs parents. Toutes les pièces ont été soigneusement ajustée pour correspondre Vol. 2 de la méthode dans laquelle les chiffres correspondants de l'ouvrage air sont indiqués à l'endroit approprié. / 1 Ou 2 Flûte(s) Traversière(s)

(The Four Seasons). Par VIVALDI ANTONIO. Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741) stands, with Handel and J. S. Bach, as one of the titanic figures of late Baroque composition. Not only was he lauded as a composer of vocal and instrumental works both sacred and secular, he was without doubt, the most prolific composer of his age. In addition to hundreds of vocal works, including forty-nine operas, he composed five hundred concertos. The Four Seasons are probably the best known of his concerti with the second movement, Largo, portraying time spent by a roaring fire listening to the rain pounding against the window. This new arrangement for brass band retains all the warmth of the original. / Niveau : 2 / Musique pour célébration / Répertoire / Brass Band

To celebrate the completion of the Eulenburg Audio Score publishing project all 50 volumes are now available in a presentation box. With the help of Eulenburg Audio Score professional amateur and student musicians can familiarize themselves with the works by reading and listening at the same time. Each score contains an informative preface in English and German providing a brief introduction to each work with information on its genesis creation and reception. The Series is an anthology in 50 volumes offering you a treasury of the most famous orchestral works of the baroque classical and romantic repertoire. Each volume consists of a clearly-presentedand authoritative score an informative preface detailing the biographical and creative background and a CD of the complete work. Press Reviews:â''This beautifully presented multimedia collection will be invaluable to students teachers and music-loversâ' Mary Nemet Stringendo (Australian String Teacherâ''s Association) Magazine. â''I enthusiastically recommend this series of scores they are very affordable to music students indeed to anyone and are ideal for anyone reluctant to invest in both a score and recording.â' David Floyd Sheet Music Review.

Never lose valuable lesson time when circumstances conspire against you! Minimum preparation maximum learning: this pack supports Music Departments faced with providing emergency absence cover often by non-specialist teachers. Music Cover Lessons provides ten valuable learning experiences focused on the need for stylistic awareness understanding of key terms and appreciation of musical traditions: Flexibility designed for the non-specialist – the mixed-ability activities can be delivered easily regardless of the teacher’s musical ability or equipment available and with a minimum of preparation. Multi-purpose – the lessonsare designed for KS3 and 4 in school or as homework revision or bridging activities. Relevant and purposeful – the activities are focused on providing a valuable learning experience. Complete with a CD-ROM offering further flexibility the lessons cover a range of styles from Baroque and British folk to African music. A YouTube playlist has been prepared to help the teacher access suggested listening extracts with a minimum of fuss.

Par SUZUKI SHINICHI. Viola Part from the Suzuki Viola School, Volume 2. Transcribed for Viola and Piano by Doris Preucil. The Suzuki philosophy is based upon the idea that children can learn music in the same manner they do their native language, through repetitive listening. This simple method of teaching has developed into a worldwide movement with proponents in many countries across many instruments. The first three volumes of The Suzuki Viola School have been directly transcribed from Shinichi Suzuki's Violin method by Doris Preucil, and contain many popular Baroque melodies in addition to the necessary exercises and studies. Suitable for bothbeginner adults and young children. / Niveau : Débutant à Intermédiaire / Rép Classique / Méthode / Alto

(The Four Seasons). Par VIVALDI ANTONIO. Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741) stands, with Handel and J. S. Bach, as one of the titanic figures of late Baroque composition. Not only was he lauded as a composer of vocal and instrumental works both sacred and secular, he was without doubt, the most prolific composer of his age. In addition to hundreds of vocal works, including forty-nine operas, he composed five hundred concertos. The Four Seasons are probably the best known of his concerti with the second movement, Largo, portraying time spent by a roaring fire listening to the rain pounding against the window. This new arrangement for brass band retains all the warmth of the original. / Niveau : 2 / Musique pour célébration / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Play Alongs for Flute - selected pieces from Bach to Satie - provides the opportunity to play well-known pieces from the Baroque to the Romantic era with accompaniments on the enclosed CD, each presented as a performance to listen to followed by a version to play along to, as well as original pieces from the flautist's repertoire. There are also arrangements of famous works by Haydn, Amadeus Mozart, Schubert, Satie and many more. Live recordings of string instruments, flute piano and guitar will further encourage young musicians to play in ensembles. - 21 well-known melodies from the Baroque to the Romantic era including famous works by Haydn, Mozart, Schubert, Satie and more - Moderately difficult arrangements for flute lessons and ensemble playing at home - Live recordings on the CD (with string instruments, guitar, flute and piano) as full versions to listen to and play-along versions on the same track / Flûte

Eight Little Three-part Pieces. Par BACH JOHANN SEBASTIAN. Johann Sebastian Bach wrote the present short, three-voice pieces for cembalo. Minuet BWV 929 comes from the collection entitled Small Preludes and Fughettas and was probably written as teaching material. The Minuet and the Polonaise from the Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach are examples of the Bach family's domestic music. Gavotte II (ou la Musette) and Gavottes I and II come from the English Suites, while a further gavotte was sourced from the French Suite No. 5. The Recorder Trio à la Carte series presents attractive pieces for recorder trio that cover a wide stylistic spectrum encompassing arrangements and original compositions from the classical and entertainment repertoire. It also combines the instruments of the recorder family in various ways. Recorder Trio à la carte opens up new paths that feature high quality, professional-standard recorder literature which motivates young players, sounds good and appeals to listeners. • Spirited dances by J. S. Bach in stylish arrangements for an enjoyable venture into the world of Baroque music • Suitable for students of all ages at intermediate-level and beyond • A beautiful addition to the J.S. Bach recorder repertory/ Recueil / 3 Flûtes à Bec SAB/STB