SKU: AP.32499S
UPC: 038081378947. English.
A masterwork for concert band and orchestra since 1944, Michael Story has captured the intrigue of Alfred Reed's Russian Christmas Music in this scoring for young band. Using an ancient Russian carol as the basis for his original classic work, Reed's cherished work is now approachable for your young band. A dynamic addition to the literature!
SKU: CL.069-1496-01
SKU: CL.069-1496-00
SKU: MB.30091
ISBN 9781513466378. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
Appalachian fiddle music, based on the musical traditions of the people who settled in the mountainous regions of the southeastern United States, is widely-known and played throughout North America and parts of Europe because of its complex rhythms, its catchy melodies, and its often-ancient-sounding stylistic qualities. The authors explore the lives and music of 43 of the classic Appalachian fiddlers who were active during the first half of the 20th century. Some of them were recorded commercially in the 1920s, such as Gid Tanner, Fiddlin? John Carson, and Charlie Bowman. Some were recorded by folklorists from the Library of Congress, such as William Stepp, Emmett Lundy, and Marion Reece. Others were recorded informally by family members and visitors, such as John Salyer, Emma Lee Dickerson, and Manco Sneed. All of them played throughout most of their lives and influenced the growth and stylistic elements of fiddle music in their regions. Each fiddler has been given a chapter with a biography, several tune transcriptions, and tune histories. To show the richness of the music, the authors make a special effort to show the musical elements in detail, but also acknowledge that nothing can take the place of listening. Many of the classic recordings used in this book can be found on the web, allowing you to hear and read the music together.
SKU: AP.44889S
UPC: 038081516080. English.
Based on Alexander Dumas' adaptation of E. T. A. Hoffman's story The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, the ballet premiered in December of 1892 in St. Petersburg, Russia. Tchaikovsky selected eight pieces from the ballet and created The Nutcracker Suite, which became an immediate success and to this day remains one of the most popular ballets, and contains some of the best-loved Christmas music. This suite of three selected short movements scored especially for beginners includes March, Dance of the Reed Flutes, and Russian Dance (Trepak). The movements can be performed individually or together. A superb classical transcription for teaching and performance to be programmed during the holidays or any time of the year. (3:45).
SKU: KN.15654
UPC: 822795156546.
This famous segment of Tschaikowsky's suite is so Russian in character that, despites its brevity, it conjures up strong images of dancing Cossacks in their fur hats and shiny boots. Similar to Lloyd's arrangement of Dance of the Reed Pipes, instrumentation consists of 3 Bb clarinets (2 on each part), Alto Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Contra- Alto Clarinet, and optional percussion (tambourine).
