First 50 Christmas Songs You Should Play on the Piano

SKU: CF.FPS58F

ISBN 9780825864407. UPC: 798408064402. 9 X 12 inches.

Designed to showcase the percussion and trumpet sections of the band, Wake Up for Christmas has an inherently funny premise: that kids need to be awakened on Christmas! Mixing bits of Reveille with settings of two familiar Christmas time songs, Jingle Bells and Hark! the Herald Angels Sing, as well as fragments of assorted other seasonal tunes, this selection should bring a smile to the face of even the most committed Scrooge. The combining of all the elements at the climax is an inspired touch that ends this cheerful seasonal novelty with a bang!

SKU: OU.9780193396975

ISBN 9780193396975. 10 x 7 inches.

For SATB unaccompanied This Christmas miniature sets the popular Latin text rejoicing in the birth of the Saviour. A 'vivace' tempo marking and offset rhythms combine with Pott's uniquely striking harmonies and undulating polyphony to form a joyous piece that will contrast well with more traditional carols.

About Oxford New Horizons

N ew Horizons showcases the wealth of exciting, innovative, and occasionally challenging choral music being written today. It encompasses the whole gamut of small-scale choral genres, both secular and sacred, and includes pieces for upper-voice and mixed choirs. With titles by some of the most accomplished choral composers active in Great Britain and abroad, the series introduces new repertoire and fresh talent to a broad spectrum of choirs. New Horizons features composers with growing reputations for quality composition reflecting a strong individual voice. The series is continually expanding and should be the first place to look for attractive and performable contemporary choral music.

SKU: OU.9780193375598

ISBN 9780193375598. 10 x 7 inches.

For SATB unaccompanied As Joseph was a-walking is a beautifully serene and atmospheric setting of traditional words on the prophecy of Christ's birth as told to Joseph by an angel. With rich harmonies, striking chromatic moments, and appealing contours, this is an ideal carol for more able choirs.

About Oxford New Horizons

N ew Horizons showcases the wealth of exciting, innovative, and occasionally challenging choral music being written today. It encompasses the whole gamut of small-scale choral genres, both secular and sacred, and includes pieces for upper-voice and mixed choirs. With titles by some of the most accomplished choral composers active in Great Britain and abroad, the series introduces new repertoire and fresh talent to a broad spectrum of choirs. New Horizons features composers with growing reputations for quality composition reflecting a strong individual voice. The series is continually expanding and should be the first place to look for attractive and performable contemporary choral music.

SKU: OU.9780193529915

ISBN 9780193529915. 10 x 7 inches.

For SSSSAATBB unaccompanied In this haunting arrangement of the well-known carol, Higgins creates a mystical soundscape by layering a single motif in a four-part soprano canon. These repetitions echo throughout and support the various textures explored in each verse, producing a dramatic and atmospheric setting of the Basque carol.

About Oxford New Horizons

N ew Horizons showcases the wealth of exciting, innovative, and occasionally challenging choral music being written today. It encompasses the whole gamut of small-scale choral genres, both secular and sacred, and includes pieces for upper-voice and mixed choirs. With titles by some of the most accomplished choral composers active in Great Britain and abroad, the series introduces new repertoire and fresh talent to a broad spectrum of choirs. New Horizons features composers with growing reputations for quality composition reflecting a strong individual voice. The series is continually expanding and should be the first place to look for attractive and performable contemporary choral music.

SKU: OU.9780193391703

ISBN 9780193391703. 12 x 8 inches.

For SSAATTBB unaccompanied I sing of a Maiden combines flowing lines with rhythmic irregularity, and ends with an airy weightlessness which, in the words of the composer, echoes the vernal flavour of the words. Although rhythmically challenging, this beautiful carol is hugely rewarding and perfect for any experienced choir.

About Oxford New Horizons

N ew Horizons showcases the wealth of exciting, innovative, and occasionally challenging choral music being written today. It encompasses the whole gamut of small-scale choral genres, both secular and sacred, and includes pieces for upper-voice and mixed choirs. With titles by some of the most accomplished choral composers active in Great Britain and abroad, the series introduces new repertoire and fresh talent to a broad spectrum of choirs. New Horizons features composers with growing reputations for quality composition reflecting a strong individual voice. The series is continually expanding and should be the first place to look for attractive and performable contemporary choral music.

SKU: OU.9780193388345

ISBN 9780193388345. 12 x 8 inches.

For SATB unaccompanied Bright, electric, and charged with energy, this setting of one of the seven Advent 'O' Antiphons features Jackson's characteristic flourishes of melodic ornamentation, tempered by moments of calm from the sustained lower voices and softly spoken phrases in the upper voices.

About Oxford New Horizons

N ew Horizons showcases the wealth of exciting, innovative, and occasionally challenging choral music being written today. It encompasses the whole gamut of small-scale choral genres, both secular and sacred, and includes pieces for upper-voice and mixed choirs. With titles by some of the most accomplished choral composers active in Great Britain and abroad, the series introduces new repertoire and fresh talent to a broad spectrum of choirs. New Horizons features composers with growing reputations for quality composition reflecting a strong individual voice. The series is continually expanding and should be the first place to look for attractive and performable contemporary choral music.

SKU: SP.75575

ISBN 9781585605088. UPC: 728941755758.

In the front of most stores you will observe the most enticing items, gadgets that lure customers into the store for a look around. It should be no surprise that when entering a music store, this is where the electronic keyboards are located. There is something so tempting about sounding like a one man rock, jazz, polka or salsa band that many get the urge to give it whirl. Electronic keyboards are one of the best values for recreation and can be enjoyed at any level. These fun-filled instruments are sometimes referred to as home keyboards which more accurately describes their purpose. The electronic keyboard is geared towards entertaining in the home and the Complete Electronic Keyboard Method by Robert Moore will have you sharing this activity with family and friends in eight easy lessons. Advanced players should use this guide as a source of reference for all aspects of playing. To follow are examples the information you will discover in this Most Complete Method. Introduction to Electronic Keyboards - Tips and Advice for Better Playing - Fundamentals of Music Reading - Basic Keyboard Technique - Chords, Keys and More - Advanced Keys and Rhythmic Concepts - Over The River And Through The Woods - Ode To Joy - Jeannie With The Light Brown Hair - Michael Row The Boat Ashore - Amazing Grace - Oh! Susanna - Billy Boy - First Bossa Nova - Tom Dooley - All Through The Night - Liza Jane - Jingle Bells - When The Saints Go Marching In - 10 Songs You Really Should Know: America The Beautiful - The Star Spangled Banner - Pomp And Circumstance - Danny Boy - Entertainer - Fur Elise - Deck The Halls - We Wish You A Merry Christmas - For He's A Jolly Good Fellow - Auld Lang Syne - Introduction to MIDI.