SKU: CF.YAS167

ISBN 9781491146477. UPC: 680160903979. 9 x 12 inches. Key: D major.

Barn Dance Saturday Night depicts the gathering of hometown country folks for a square dance. Different from a rousing fiddle tune, in that the tempo is a bit more reserved, it is happy music that will be fun to play and will delight your audiences.
I wrote this piece several years ago for one of my groups which met during the last period of the day. They loved to play what they called “Happy Music,” because it perked them up and they left school in a good mood. The arrangement I wrote then was quite group specific; this version should fit most orchestras very well, and itspreads the melody around more.This work is not intended to be intimidating or profound in the least but, instead, should evoke smiles. However, that does not mean that it should be played in a sloppy manner or without a diligent attitude. The staccatos are very important. Players should take special care not to clamp down on the bow with their bow holds in order to make the notes short; they can be executed by using relaxed wrist andfingers alone, if that is what the teacher wants their players to be learning while preparing this piece. There should be only good tone on those notes, and accents should not be added where not indicated unless instructed to do so by the teacher.There are notes in this piece with a tenuto mark (full value, but clearly defined) AND a staccato mark (separated). I want these notes to be clearly enunciated; not short, but not sustained into the next note, either. The key to doing this well may come in m. 48, where the basses and cellos must make a retake going into m. 49. The length of the quarter notes in m. 44 should match the length of the quarter notes in m. 48.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

SKU: BA.BA10704-01

ISBN 9790006550173. 33 x 25.5 cm inches. Text Language: Latin. Preface: Hans Joachim Marx.

Replaces BA 4002-01.

About Barenreiter Urtext

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- Information on the genesis and history of the work
- Valuable notes on performance practice
- Includes an introduction with critical commentary explaining source discrepancies and editorial decisions

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SKU: AP.33688S

UPC: 038081376998. English.

From Book I of Bach's The Well-Tempered Klavier, this lively reworking of the Prelude and Fugue in B-flat minor, No. 22 provides students the wonderful experience of playing Baroque counterpoint in a minor key. Though rhythms are not complex, counting skills will be honed. The piece remains mainly in first position, yet also includes melodic augmented seconds. In the five-part fugue, the double basses have their own independent line, so let them shine.

SKU: BT.AMP-473-130

English-German-French- Dutch.

A Midwest Fanfare was commissioned by the Brass Band of Battle Creek and premiered by them during their appearance at the Midwest Clinic in Chicago on 20th December 2017 where this fanfare was the opening piece of the entire event. This piece is designed to be played with the cornets split into two teams either side of the band. It opens with the two groups answering each other antiphonally over a repeated figure in the lower band. A calmer central section introduces a euphonium solo which is then taken up by the whole ensemble. This leads back to a repeat of the opening fanfares over a rhythmic accompaniment and a short coda which brings the work to a close.

A Midwest Fanfare werd geschreven in opdracht van de Brass Band of Battle Creek en op 20 december 2017 door dit ensemble in première gebracht als openingswerk op de Midwest Clinic in Chicago. Het werk is zo gecomponeerd dat de kornetten in twee teams worden verdeeld, die aan weerszijden van de band komen te staan. Deze twee groepen antwoorden elkaar op antifonale wijze boven een herhaald motief in de lagere registers. Een rustiger centraal gedeelte introduceert een eufoniumsolo, die aansluitend wordt overgenomen door de complete band. Deze passage mondt uit in een herhaling van de openingsfanfares boven een ritmische begeleiding, waarna het werk met een korte coda fraaiwordt afgesloten.

A Midwest Fanfare wurde von der Brass Band of Battle Creek in Auftrag gegeben und bei ihrem Auftritt anlässlich der Midwest Clinic in Chicago am 20. Dezember 2017 uraufgeführt, wo diese Fanfare den Auftakt für die gesamte Veranstaltung bildete. Das Stück ist so konzipiert, dass die Kornette in zwei Gruppen aufgeteilt sind und auf beiden Seiten der Brass Band platziert werden. Es beginnt mit einem Wechselgesang der beiden Gruppen, der über einer sich wiederholenden Melodie in den tieferen Stimmen der Brass Band erklingt. Im ruhigeren Mittelteil wird ein Euphonium-Solo vorgestellt, das dann vom gesamten Ensemble aufgenommen wird. Schließlich kehren die Eröffnungsfanfarenü ber einer rhythmischen Begleitung zurück und eine kurze Coda bringt das Werk zum Abschluss.

A Midwest Fanfare est une commande du Brass Band de Battle Creek, qui l’a créée le 20 décembre 2017 lors d’un concert dans le cadre de la Midwest Clinic, Chicago, où elle a été choisie comme fanfare d’ouverture. L’instrumentation divise les cornets en deux groupes de part et d’autre de l’orchestre. La pièce s’ouvre avec les deux groupes qui se répondent antiphonalement sur un motif répété par les basses. Un passage central plus calme introduit un solo d’euphonium qui est ensuite repris par l’orchestre entier. La fanfare du début revient alors sur un accompagnement rythmique avant une brève coda qui achève la pièce.

SKU: CF.YAS187F

ISBN 9781491151891. UPC: 680160909391. 9 x 12 inches.

Escapades?i s an adventurous and energetic composition written by David Hinds. A variety of articulation styles gives the piece character. The moving inner parts will appeal to every section of the orchestra, including the basses. This is a versatile piece suitable for concerts, festivals,?and contest.
Escapades is an adventurous and energetic composition in G major. Pay attention to staccato marks over both eighth and quarter notes. The E-minor melodic section at m. 37 should be played in a legato style. The energetic theme returns after the melodic section and has a strong ending that starts with a two-measure augmentation of the last theme. This is a fairly straightforward piece, and there are plenty of moving parts that appeal to all sections, including an interesting bass part. The indicated Allegro tempo is recommended but may be adjusted according to the needs of the students. The piano part is best used for rehearsal only. This is a versatile piece suitable for concerts, festivals and contests, and I am sure your students will enjoy playing it.
Escapades A is an adventurous and energetic composition in G major. Pay attention to staccato marks over both eighth and quarter notes. The E-minor melodic section at m. 37 should be played in a legato style. The energetic theme returns after the melodic section and has a strong ending that starts with a two-measure augmentation of the last theme. This is a fairly straightforward piece, and there are plenty of moving parts that appeal to all sections, including an interesting bass part. The indicated Allegro tempo is recommended but may be adjusted according to the needs of the students. The piano part is best used for rehearsal only. This is a versatile piece suitable for concerts, festivals and contests, and I am sure your students will enjoy playing it.
Escapades is an adventurous and energetic composition in G major. Pay attention to staccato marks over both eighth and quarter notes. The E-minor melodic section at m. 37 should be played in a legato style. The energetic theme returns after the melodic section and has a strong ending that starts with a two-measure augmentation of the last theme. This is a fairly straightforward piece, and there are plenty of moving parts that appeal to all sections, including an interesting bass part. The indicated Allegro tempo is recommended but may be adjusted according to the needs of the students. The piano part is best used for rehearsal only. This is a versatile piece suitable for concerts, festivals and contests, and I am sure your students will enjoy playing it.
Escapades is an adventurous and energetic composition in G major. Pay attention to staccato marks over both eighth and quarter notes. The E-minor melodic section at m. 37 should be played in a legato style. The energetic theme returns after the melodic section and has a strong ending that starts with a two-measure augmentation of the last theme. This is a fairly straightforward piece, and there are plenty of moving parts that appeal to all sections, including an interesting bass part.The indicated Allegro tempo is recommended but may be adjusted according to the needs of the students. The piano part is best used for rehearsal only. This is a versatile piece suitable for concerts, festivals and contests, and I am sure your students will enjoy playing it.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

SKU: CF.YAS187

ISBN 9781491151525. UPC: 680160909025. 9 x 12 inches. Key: G major.

Escapades?is an adventurous and energetic composition written by David Hinds. A variety of articulation styles gives the piece character. The moving inner parts will appeal to every section of the orchestra, including the basses. This is a versatile piece suitable for concerts, festivals,?and contest.
Escapades is an adventurous and energetic composition in G major. Pay attention to staccato marks over both eighth and quarter notes. The E-minor melodic section at m. 37 should be played in a legato style. The energetic theme returns after the melodic section and has a strong ending that starts with a two-measure augmentation of the last theme. This is a fairly straightforward piece, and there are plenty of moving parts that appeal to all sections, including an interesting bass part. The indicated Allegro tempo is recommended but may be adjusted according to the needs of the students. The piano part is best used for rehearsal only. This is a versatile piece suitable for concerts, festivals and contests, and I am sure your students will enjoy playing it.
Escapades A is an adventurous and energetic composition in G major. Pay attention to staccato marks over both eighth and quarter notes. The E-minor melodic section at m. 37 should be played in a legato style. The energetic theme returns after the melodic section and has a strong ending that starts with a two-measure augmentation of the last theme. This is a fairly straightforward piece, and there are plenty of moving parts that appeal to all sections, including an interesting bass part. The indicated Allegro tempo is recommended but may be adjusted according to the needs of the students. The piano part is best used for rehearsal only. This is a versatile piece suitable for concerts, festivals and contests, and I am sure your students will enjoy playing it.
Escapades is an adventurous and energetic composition in G major. Pay attention to staccato marks over both eighth and quarter notes. The E-minor melodic section at m. 37 should be played in a legato style. The energetic theme returns after the melodic section and has a strong ending that starts with a two-measure augmentation of the last theme. This is a fairly straightforward piece, and there are plenty of moving parts that appeal to all sections, including an interesting bass part. The indicated Allegro tempo is recommended but may be adjusted according to the needs of the students. The piano part is best used for rehearsal only. This is a versatile piece suitable for concerts, festivals and contests, and I am sure your students will enjoy playing it.
Escapades is an adventurous and energetic composition in G major. Pay attention to staccato marks over both eighth and quarter notes. The E-minor melodic section at m. 37 should be played in a legato style. The energetic theme returns after the melodic section and has a strong ending that starts with a two-measure augmentation of the last theme. This is a fairly straightforward piece, and there are plenty of moving parts that appeal to all sections, including an interesting bass part.The indicated Allegro tempo is recommended but may be adjusted according to the needs of the students. The piano part is best used for rehearsal only. This is a versatile piece suitable for concerts, festivals and contests, and I am sure your students will enjoy playing it.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

SKU: CF.YAS176

ISBN 9781491146569. UPC: 680160904068. 9 x 12 inches. Key: G major.

This triumphant work by composer Alan Lee Silva will be a perfect selection for your next contest or festival performance. Atlantic Crossing contains all the signature flowing lines and warm harmonies that have made Silva's music so popular and fresh.
A joyous journey across the ocean begins in the opening measures, featuring triumphant violins and violas and accented cellos and basses. After the celebratory introduction, Atlantic Crossing comes down in dynamics and transitions to the lyrical A melody in the violins (m. 9) and continues with an AAB form.The violas take over with the flowing B-theme in m. 17 as the rest of the ensemble accompanies the tune with lush harmonies at a lower dynamic. A two-measure build in mm. 24-25 with ascending violins leads back to a reprise of the powerful introductory statement where the ensemble plays full-out with precise articulations and accents. A two-measure interlude in mm. 34-35 slows the energy down to return to the legato A-theme in the violins and violas. Violas carry the B-theme once again in m. 44 with syncopated and accented answer motifs in the violins. The key center shifts at m. 53, and the violins play the melody in a legato interpretationof the introductory theme. The rest of the group plays their accompaniment figures smoothly and expressively underneath. After the molto ritardando at m. 61, the piece returns to the original key center of G. From there the group plays with driving energy as before in the introduction to the final punctuated note in m. 76.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

SKU: BO.B.3340

ISBN 9788480207591.

Engl ish comments:
My dedication to the string instruments has been a constant throughout my compositional career and I knew that sooner or later the time would come to compose a concerto for violin and orchestra. That moment came in the autumn of 2002 and after ten months of uninterrupted work I finished it in August of 2003. It is a work structured similarly to the traditional concertos. An important impetus for the elaboration of my concerto was due to the ill-fated violinist Ginette Neveu. Her version of Sibelius' Concerto has always stayed with me. For this reason the first movement, Moderato-Allegro, begins with a contemplative atmosphere similar to that of Sibelius' Concerto in which the principal thematic ideas appear tentatively. These ideas, two rhythmic and two melodic, are reaffirmed through a broad development that culminates in an orchestral fullness. A calm, mysterious passage recalls the introduction and after becoming blurred, three bars burst in leading to the rapid section of the movement. Soloist and orchestra engage in a dialectic struggle of a dramatic nature. The agitation subsides leaving only a tranquil and suggestive clarinet phrase. This will be taken up by the soloist who leads up to the movement's most dramatic moment playing an accelerating triplet figure supported by an orchestral pedal in crescendo. From here the soloist's cadenza emerges beginning with soft double notes. It finishes with an ascending progression and the soloist settles into the high register to elicit the orchestra's intervention in a soft and transfigured atmosphere. Once internalised the second movement, Adagio poco sostenuto e leggero begins. It has a solemn character and opens with two trumpet calls answered by the violoncellos and the contrabasses. The violin soloist introduces and plays two nostalgic themes, the first in the low register and the second, more extensive, in the middle register. The soft and delicate Misterioso e leggero begins with the violin singing on high. The rhythm of the constant quaver figures gradually accelerates until the soloist provokes a dramatic full orchestra as in a cadenza. Once again, the Calmo, in which the soloist with less and less orchestral attire serenely bids farewell. A rising series of double stops by the soloist serves to initiate the Finale-Scherzo. In 6/8 rhythm and with the character of a rondo it carries us along in a carefree, virtuosic ambiance. The principal motives, brief and concise, emerge from the happy, playful theme presented by the soloist. With an intricate progression of rapid sixths in double stops it reaches a tense and somewhat combative moment. However this resolves itself in a diminuendo that the soloist peacefully takes up with the notes re-la to commence the cadenza. This culminates in a series of tied notes to reintroduce the principal theme. A moment of melodic suspension serves as a farewell before the brief and jovial final coda. --The author

Comentari os del Espanol:
A lo largo de mi carrera compositiva mi dedicacion a los instrumentos de cuerda ha sido constante y sabia que, tarde o temprano, llegaria el momento de componer un concierto para violin y orquesta. Este llego en otono de 2002 y, tras diez meses de trabajo ininterrumpido, lo termine en agosto de 2003. Se trata de una obra estructurada de manera similar a los conciertos tradicionales. Un importante impulso a la elaboracion de mi concierto lo debo al recuerdo de la malograda violinista Ginette Neveu. Su version del concierto de Sibelius ha permanecido siempre dentro de mi. Por ese motivo, el primer movimiento Moderato-Allegro se inicia con una atmosfera contemplativa cercana a la del mencionado Concierto, en la que aparecen cautamente las principales ideas tematicas. Con un amplio desarrollo se llega a un lleno orquestal en el que estas ideas -dos ritmicas y dos melodicas- quedan reafirmadas. Un pasaje calmo y misterioso rememora la introduccion. Tras desdibujarse, irrumpen tres compases que nos llevan a la parte rapida del movimiento. Solista y orquesta establecen un combate dialectico de caracter dramatico. La inquietud desaparece hasta una tranquila e insinuante frase del clarinete. Esta sera recogida por el solista, quien, a base de una figuracion de tresillos cada vez mas rapidos apoyada por un pedal de la orquesta in crescendo, conduce hacia el momento mas dramatico del movimiento. De aqui nace la cadenza del solista, que se incia con suaves notas dobles. Finaliza con una progresion ascendente y el solista se coloca en el registro agudo para llamar la intervencion de la orquesta dentro de una atmosfera suave y transfigurada. Interiorizado es el segundo movimiento Adagio poco sostenuto e leggero. Con dos llamadas de las trompas respondidas por los violonchelos y contrabajos inicia el Adagio de caracter grave. El violin solista introduce y canta dos temas nostalgicos. El primero en el registro grave y el segundo, mas amplio, en el medio. Inicia el Misterioso e leggero, de caracter suave y delicado. Con el violin cantando en agudo. La constante figuracion de corcheas acelerara poco a poco el ritmo hasta que el solista a modo de cadenza provocara un dramatico lleno orquestal. De nuevo el Calmo, donde el solista, cada vez con menos ropaje orquestal, se despide serenamente. Una subida de dobles cuerdas a cargo del solista sirve para iniciar el Finale-Scherzo. Este, en ritmo de 6/8 y con caracter de rondo, nos transporta en un clima virtuosistico y despreocupado. Del tema alegre y jugueton presentado por el solista nacen los principales motivos, breves y concisos. Con una intrincada sucesion de rapidas sextas en doble cuerda se llega a un momento crispado y algo combativo que, sin embargo, se resolvera en un diminuendo que el solista recoge apaciblemente con las notas re-la para inciar la cadenza. Esta culmina con un suave rosario de notas en ligado para introducir de nuevo el tema principal. Un momento de suspension melodica sirve como despido antes de la breve y jovial coda final. La obra fue estrenada el 23 de septiembre de 2005 en el Teatre Monumental de Madrid por la Orquesta Sinfonica de RTVE con Markus Placci de solista y Uwe Mund de director. Gravacion: RNE y Canal Clasico de TVE. --El Autor.

SKU: CF.YAS68

ISBN 9780825869464. UPC: 798408069469. 8.5 X 11 inches. Key: A minor.

This original composition from Bill Calhoun has a dark and rich texture in the tradition of medieval music. Meditation and Ritual has a seriousness to it that students will gravitate toward, and is an excellent choice for contest or festival performance.
Meditatio n and Ritual is composed in the key of A minor and represents two contrasting styles. The first (“Meditation” ) is a thought-provoking chorale. Each voice gains prominence through its lyrical quarter-note movement. The use of suspensions to create tension and release are prevalent throughout, which along with its dynamic shading help to create interest within thistender section. “Meditation” reaches its climax at m. 16 before ending with the warmth and emotion in which it began.After a very brief pause “Ritual” begins. Its medieval-sounding theme is characterized by the contrast between short and long (or slurred) articulations and is important to bring to your students’ attention in performance. The dance-like theme is portrayed in both the upper andlower voices and takes some interesting turns harmonically. After reaching a dramatic climax at m. 42, it quickly moves into a return to its opening character. After a brief and quieter move harmonically to C major, it forcefully returns to its original key. A short diminuendo takes the piece into a building flourish of eighth notes in the violins and violas, accompanied by descending quarter notes in the cellos and basses before coming to its dynamic conclusion.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

SKU: LO.10-5713L

ISBN 9780787777449.

This original anthem from Stan Pethel is full of joy and hope! In true southern gospel style, your basses will relish the moving lines, and each section of the choir is given fun, idiomatic part-writing. The bouncy piano accompaniment complements the package. This is one that you'll return to many times during the church year!

SKU: HP.8968

UPC: 763628189686.

Origi nal Anthem Far and away the best-selling anthem in the Hope catalog with over one million copies sold, Natalie Sleeth's Joy in the Morning is a true classic. This is indispensable choral music!

Brass Parts include: B-flat Trumpets 1 & 2, and Trombones 1 & 2. Full Orchestration by Mark Kellner includes: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Trumpet 1, 2, & 3, Horns 1 & 2, Trombone 1, 2 & 3 (or Tuba), Snare, Percussion, Timpani, Harp, Violins, Violas, Cellos, and Basses.

SKU: HP.C6268

UPC: 763628162689.

Origi nal Anthem Far and away the best-selling anthem in the Hope catalog with over one million copies sold, Natalie Sleeth's Joy in the Morning is a true classic. This is indispensable choral music!

Brass Parts include: B-flat Trumpets 1 & 2, and Trombones 1 & 2. Full Orchestration by Mark Kellner includes: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Trumpet 1, 2, & 3, Horns 1 & 2, Trombone 1, 2 & 3 (or Tuba), Snare, Percussion, Timpani, Harp, Violins, Violas, Cellos, and Basses.

SKU: MN.50-6088

UPC: 688670560880. English.

Usually set to a jaunty, rhythmic tune, you will be quite pleased with Peter Niedmann's smoothly flowing original setting of this text. For unaccompanied SATB (with occasional soprano divisi and one place where the altos and the baritones and basses divide). Different, expressive, and touching on themes of communion, connection, and discipleship. Duration: 3:00.

SKU: FJ.ST6503S

English.

Feature every section of your orchestra in this swashbuckling piece! Three distinct pirate themes are given to the violins, violas, and cellos/basses to allow all players a chance to shine. All seafaring melodies stay in first position with minimal low-two finger patterns and lots of doubling for a big, full sound. Each section takes an adventurous turn into new tonalities before joining forces at the end for a triumphant finale!

About FJH Beginning Strings

Ap propriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: HL.14044667

French.

Les basses possedant 5 et 6 cordes sont de plus en plus prisees par les bassistes de tous horizons.Elles offrent en effet de nouvelles perspectives musicales... comme cet ouvrage vous permettra de le decouvrir au fil de ses pages. La presentemethode se decoupe en plusieurs chapitres mais surtout deux grands themes : le travail et le plaisir de jouer. Ainsi, apres une presentation specifique de l'instrument, vous aborderez successivement les techniques de main droite puis de main gauche,avant de vous interesser de pres aux indispensables outils melodiques du bassiste a 5 et 6 cordes, que sont les gammes et les arpeges. Tous ces exercices auront evidemment pour objectif premier de vous aider a vous <> votre nouvelinstrument. La suite de cet ouvrage est consacree a la musique proprement dite. La recompense apres le travail ! Vous y trouverez des grooves dans tous les styles ainsi que des etudes solo, combinant melodie et accords, afin d'achever en beaute votreapprentissage. Le CD qui accompagne cette methode vous propose la demonstration des differents grooves et exercices, afin de vous aider dans leur interpretation.

SKU: FJ.ST6503

UPC: 241444414672. English.

Feature every section of your orchestra in this swashbuckling piece! Three distinct pirate themes are given to the violins, violas, and cellos/basses to allow all players a chance to shine. All seafaring melodies stay in first position with minimal low-two finger patterns and lots of doubling for a big, full sound. Each section takes an adventurous turn into new tonalities before joining forces at the end for a triumphant finale!

About FJH Beginning Strings

Ap propriate for first year string students. All instruments stay in first position, and optional third violin (viola) parts and piano are included to aid in rehearsal and performance situations. Grade 1 - 1.5

SKU: HL.49045775

ISBN 9783702471132. UPC: 803452068235. 7.0x10.0x0.436 inches.

Kurt Weill developed his creative energies mainly within the world of musical theater, where he proved to be an immensely productiveand imaginative innovator, but he also left behind a small body of work for the concert hall. The Concerto for Violin and Wind Orchestra op. 12 dates from the spring of 1924. Scored for two flutes, clarinets, bassoons, horns, one oboe and trumpet, percussion and four contrabasses, the concerto comprises three movements. While composing the work, Weill informed his publisher: 'I am workingon a concerto for violin and wind orchestra that I hope to finish within two or three weeks. The work is inspired by the idea - one never carried out before - of juxtaposing a single violin with a chorus of winds.' The specific character of Weill's concerto as music written for chamber orchestra (with an often soloistic treatment of instruments) leads to a transparency that requires utmost precision in the ensemble playing. In the quest for an overall sonic balance, the coarser-sounding wind instruments need to explore all dynamic nuances. The solo part is challenging not only from a technical standpoint but also from an acoustic one (it is crucial to make the violin 'sound'). In spite of these challenges - or precisely because of them - critics in the 1920s called the solo parthighly idiomatic and extremely rewarding. Since then the concerto has become a 'modern classic' in concert halls around the world. (Elmar Juchem, August 2010). The score is based on the critical text of the Kurt Weill Edition Ser. II, Vol. 2.

SKU: CF.FAS61

ISBN 9780825873249. UPC: 798408073244. 8.5 x 11 inches. Key: C major.

The classic Christmas carol is given a delightful new treatment from composer Sean O'Loughlin. Everything you need in a holiday concert selection, plus the opportunity to teach a lot of music in the process. In this arrangement, the composer brings a non-traditional, updated feel to a traditional holiday carol. Duration: 2:43.
In this arrangement of Christmas is Coming, I employ some nontraditional feels to a normally traditional holiday carol. It is a brief theme and variations that your students will both enjoy and be able to learn some important musical concepts.After a rather straight forward presentation of the melody to start with, the piece then begins the variations at m. 16. A canonic treatment follows at m. 28 that also provides a teaching opportunity for independent playing. The celli and basses add an off beat rhythmic accompaniment too. A pizzicato treatment follows at m. 42 with some additional rhythm and counting challenges to keep the performers on their toes. We move the key up to D major at m. 56 and add the melody of Joy to the World simultaneously. After trading these two melodies back and forthbetween the upper and lower strings, the ensemble comes together at m. 70. The first violin part at m. 77 should be a dramatic dynamic contrast and sound like an echo. Then bring the ensemble back for a rousing end.

SKU: CA.1039414

ISBN M-007-25222-9. Key: C minor. German/English. Text: Christoph Kuffner.

In a mixture of cantata and concert piece, Beethoven set a hymn to art in his Choral Fantasy. The work, about 20 minutes in length, is often seen as a precursor to the Ode to Joy in the 9th Symphony. After a piano introduction, a dialog between piano and orchestra develops in the space of just 400 measures, before the soloists and chorus enter for the last 200 measures. (If necessary, the solo parts can be sung by members of the chorus or a semi-chorus.) In the main section, headed Finale (beginning with the double basses and celli), the theme from Beethoven's early song Gegenliebe (WoO 118, also used in the Ode to Joy) is presented, varied and finally used in the March in F major. The main source of the Choral Fantasia for the edition is the first edition of the parts, published in 1811 and corrected by Beethoven; alongside this an English edition of the parts published by Clementi (1810) has been consulted for comparison. The edition contains an English singing version in a translation by Natalia Macfarren from the 19th century. Score and part available separately - see item CA.1039400.