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SKU: HL.8720051
UPC: 073999715651. 9.0x12.0x0.04 inches.
MusicWorks – Grade 4 First published in 1989, this work from the late Calvin Custer epitomizes his command of orchestration and understanding of musical pacing. The familiar folk melody is stated first by a solo flute then followed by a remarkable series of variations starting with a brass choir accompanied by woodwind flourishes. An Andante variation features the woodwind choir accompanying solos by baritone and oboe, and this leads to a striking fugue variation and bold finish. Truly symphonic band writing at its best. (4:45).
SKU: HL.14010101
ISBN 9780853606499. 5.5x8.5x0.357 inches.
Miniature score of Elgar's Enigma Variations.
SKU: BT.AMP-159-140
9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dut ch.
Dutch composer, artist and poet Adriaen Valerius is mostly remembered today for his collection of 79 songs for voice and lute or cittern, published posthumously in 1626. Philip Sparke has taken one melody from this collection that tells of the War of Independence with Spain. The beautiful slow melody is followed by a series of lively variations to form an extremely entertaining piece that will bring great joy to all who perform and listen to it. De dichter Adriaen Valerius (ca. 1575-1625) is vooral bekend om zijn collectie van 79 liederen voor zang en luit of citer (postuum gepubliceerd in 1626): de Nederlandtsche Gedenck-clanck. Het boek is een verzameling van degedichten die hij had gemaakt op reeds bestaande populaire melodieën. Het is een van de vroegst gepubliceerde bronnen van het Wilhelmus. Voor Valerius Variations is de bekende melodie gebruikt van Merck toch hoe sterck,waarvan de tekst vertelt over de Nederlandse onafhankelijkheidsoorlog tegen Spanje.Variati onen über eine Melodie von Adriaen Valerius Philip Sparke entdeckte die Melodie, die er in Valerius Variations verwendete, in einer Sammlung des holländischen Poeten und Künstlers Adriaen Valerius aus dem 16. Jahrhundert. In Valerius’ Sammlung gehörte sie zu einem Lied über den holländischen Unabhängigkeitskrieg mit Spanien, Valerius selbst nennt als Quelle ein Lied namens Comediantendans und zuvor wurde sie vermutlich schon von englischen Seeleuten gesungen. Philip Sparke setzte die bewegte Geschichte dieser offensichtlich über Jahrhunderte allseits beliebten Melodie mit dieser Variationsreihe fort.L’art ista e poeta olandese Adriaen (Adrianus) Valerius (ca. 1575-1625) deve la sua notoriet ad una raccolta di 79 canti poetici per voce, liuto o chitarra raccolti in un’opera postuma pubblicata nel 1626 con il nome di Nederlantsche Gedenck-clank (Memorie sonore olandesi). Valerius Variations è basato su un canto patriottico olandese il cui testo evoca la guerra d’Indipendenza contro la Spagna. Questa melodia deriva in effetti da un antico canto marino inglese. Adriaen Valerius gli diede il nome di Comediantendans (La danza dei commedianti).
SKU: HL.4008688
UPC: 196288190431.
Nimro d is the name given to the ninth and best-known variation in Edward Elgar’s Enigma Variations, an orchestral work of 14 variations on an original theme composed between 1898 and 1899. Each variation is also a portrait of one of 14 members of Elgar's family and circle of friends. A celebrated work, Nimrod is a portrait of Augustus Johannes Jaeger, who in addition to being his bestfriend was also Elgar's editor. The variations all represent a series of portraits and as such are entitled with a name or initials that identify the person. Biblically, Nimrod is a great hunter of the Old Testament, thus representing his muse through a play on words: Jäger in German means'hunter'. The melody appears to represent a nocturnal stroll during which the two discuss Ludwig van Beethoven's slow movements; thefirst eight bars, in fact, recall the beginning of the second movement of the Pathétique Piano Sonata. An arrangement of classical music signed by Franco Cesarini which stands out for its skilful and careful instrumentation.
SKU: AP.49935
ISBN 9781470657765. UPC: 038081575629. English.
Shaker Variations by Jim Palmer is a theme and variations on the familiar Shaker melody Simple Gifts. Each section has the opportunity to play musical lines and a variety of styles. Rich harmonies will create a mature orchestral sound, and a strong ending makes this piece a great opener or closer for any concert or festival performance. (3:45).
SKU: HL.48181341
UPC: 888680867775. 9.0x12.0x0.075 inches.
“Born in Toulouse, Marcel Bitsch (1921-2011) went on to study at the Paris Conservatoire before becoming a professor of counterpoint at the institution. As an exceptionally versatile composer, Bitsch has composed orchestral works, chamber works and numerous pieces and studies for wind instruments. Four Variations on a Theme by Domenico Scarlatti is a significant addition to the Trumpet and Cornet repertoire. Suited to advanced level trumpeters and cornetists, Bitsch's Four Variations on a Theme by Domenico Scarlatti includes a variety of technical aspects as well as sublime musicality. In his latter years, Bitsch dedicated himself to the analysis of music by the Baroque masters. It is clear that his inspiration for Four Variations on a Theme by Domenico Scarlatti comes from his passion for and interest in the era. The variety of this exciting Bitsch piece is outstanding, creating a necessary, inspiring addition to the Trumpet and Cornet repertoire.â€.
