The Producer's Manual

Candy Cane Lane is a-buzz with festive holiday preparations with candy canes and lights wreaths and holly ... why even the evergeens are sprucin' up. But there is trouble brewing! Which candy cane color is better red orgreen!?! Better call out the Color Guard to save the season! This delightful 20-minute musical for K-4 includes 5 original songs a clever script featuring easy rhyming lines choreography staging and costume ideas ... allincluded right in the Teacher's Manual. The handy Reproducible Pak comes complete with vocal lines lyric sheets and dialog ... everything your “stars on stage” need to present a wonderful show for family and friends.Use the professionally produced orchestration on the ShowTrax CD for extra seasonal sparkle! Available: Teacher's Manual Reproducible Pak Preview CD (full performance only) Performance/Accompaniment CD Classroom Kit (Teacher'sManual Reproducible Pak Perf./Accomp. CD. Performance Time: 20 minutes. For gr. K-4.

A Musical for Young Voices-There's trouble brewing in the farmer's dell when Cheesy tries to befriend Mister Rat who has a different agenda in mind. Cheesy is feeling quite blue until Gouda Limburger and the rest of the “Cheeses of the World”come to town to cheer Cheesy up. Discover the true meaning of friendship and believing in yourself with this delightful 20-minute musical for primary grades. Features include 5 original songs in a variety of musical styles aclever script with easy rhyming lines choreography staging and costume ideas ... all included right in the Teacher's Manual. The handy Reproducible Pak comes complete with vocal lines lyric sheets and dialog ... everything youryoung performers will need under one cover! The professionally produced orchestration by John Higgins is featured on the performance /accompaniment CD to add that perfect final touch! Receive all three components in the handyClassroom Kit for dollar-stretching value. Songs include: The Cheese Stands Alone It's the Cheese All Alone Hot Time in Cheese Town Be Yourself. Available: Teacher's Manual Reproducible Pak Preview CD ShowTrax CD ClassroomKit. Performance Time: Approx. 20:00.

Orgelchoräle Der Leipziger Handschrift. Par BACH JOHANN SEBASTIAN. Editorial Board: Werner Breig/ Pieter Dirksen/ Reinmar Emans music text faithful to the sources and reflecting the current status of Bach research developed for musical practice through the cooperation of scholars and performers contains all of Bach's keyboard works that require an independent pedal manual contains all authentic early versions and fragmentarily transmitted or dubious works that can be attributed to Bach with a fair amount of certainty features comprehensive introductions, extensive source descriptions and text-critical notes features supplementary material illustrated synoptically on CD-ROM (in printable quality) brochure, in large format (32 x 25 cm) and compact music engraving, clear, easy to read, with convenient page turns 'The Breitkopf edition is obviously preferable if you're buying new copies. The series so far has been most impressive.' (Clifford Bartlett, Early Music Review) Subscription Conditions A subscription is only possible for the complete collection. The subscription price of the volumes is 20% lower than the final sales price. A subscription can begin at any time. The subscription obliges the subscriber to purchase the entire collection. The New Edition of Bach's Complete Organ Works With repertoire works, musicians often have the choice between editions conceived for practical music-making and others that are more scholarly in concept. This also applies to the organ works of Johann Sebastian Bach, which are available today in various editions. Among them is that of Heinz Lohmann, which Breitkopf and Härtel began publishing in 1967 and whose concept strove for an amalgamation of practice and Urtext. Current Urtext status, historically informed, edited with performers in mind: More than 40 years later, the demands made on a new Urtext edition of Bach's organ works are as stringent as ever before. Next to the results of scholarly research on Bach and the sources, aspects of a historically informed performance practice are increasingly claiming our attention today. Also important for study, teaching and concert performance are, in addition to the above-mentioned demands, such external criteria as format, paper, convenient page turns and an easily legible layout that helps the user quickly grasp the musical context. The new edition, beginning in 2010, also contains all keyboard works with pedal and the 'dubious works' that are hardly dubious anymore The edition of Johann Sebastian Bach's organ works which Breitkopf and Härtel is beginning to publish in fall 2010 wants to do justice to these demands. Next to the core contents of the repertoire, it will also feature all of the master's 'clavier' works which require an independent pedal. Moreover, it will include all authentic early versions as well as the fragmentarily transmitted works. As to the dubious works, it will contain those which can be attributed to Bach today with considerable certainty. It offers incerta, early, and alternative versions on CD-ROM In this work group, the new edition uses for the first time the modern forms of editorial technique with which the synoptical depiction of various versions is made possible on CD-ROM. Thanks to the collaboration with the EDIROM project, which is a leader in the field of digital scientific editorial technique, the edition offers new types of solutions. Incerta, early, and alternative versions that cannot be included in the printed volumes for reasons of size or problems of authenticity, are published on CD-ROM, supplied with comments, and depicted synoptically. Thus, after comparing the versions, the player can decide upon a different version than the one printed in the volume, and can make a high-quality print-out of it. The texts and comments customary to the 'Breitkopf Urtext' editions comprehensive introductions, extensive source descriptions and text-critical observations can be found in the printed version of the volumes. Edited by a competent team: With Werner Breig (Erlangen), Pieter Dirksen (Culemborg/Netherlands) and Reinmar Emans (Bochum), a.o. we have brought together a team that guarantees the highest expertise in various domains. Further Bach experts such as Sven Hiemke (Hamburg), David Schulenberg (Boston) and Jean-Claude Zehnder (Basel) were also enlisted for the edition of single volumes. Werner Breig (* 1932) studied Evangelical church music in Berlin as well as musicology in Erlangen and Hamburg. He obtained his doctorate in 1962 and completed his habilitation (postdoctoral lecturing qualification) in 1973. He then devoted himself to musicology at the Universities of Freiburg i. Br, Karlsruhe, Wuppertal and Bochum. Since his retirement in 1997 he has been living in Erlangen. Between 1997 and 2007 Breig was appointed General Editor of the complete edition of Richard Wagners letters. He is the author of many publications and editions, particularly of early clavier and organ music by Heinrich Schütz and Johann Sebastian Bach, but also of Richard Wagner and Arnold Schoenberg. Furthermore he is the author of the Bach article in the dictionary Die Musik in Geschichte und Gegenwart (MGG, 2nd edition). Pieter Dirksen (* 1961) studied organ, harpsichord and musicology. His 1996 doctoral thesis on Sweelinck's keyboard music was awarded the Praemium Erasmianum. Dirksen has since published many studies on, and editions of, several masters of the 17th century (Sweelinck, Bull, Cornet, Scheidt, Scheidemann, Buxtehude, Luebeck, Johann Christoph Bach) as well as Johann Sebastian Bach. In collaboration with Harald Vogel, he edited Sweelinck's Complete Works for Keyboard Instrument (4 volumes, Breitkopf and Härtel). Dirksen is a member of the academic board of the Bach-Jahrbuch as well as a sought-after harpsichordist, organist and continuo player in international ensembles. Dirksen issued a number of much-acclaimed solo recordings (Sweelinck, Scheidemann, Boehm, Louis Couperin, Bach-Vivaldi, Bachs Art of Fugue and Goldberg Variations). Edison Winner 2003. Reinmar Emans (* 1953) studied musicology in Bonn and wrote his doctoral thesis on the cantatas and canzonettas of Giovanni Legrenzi in 1982. From 1983 to 2008 he was an academic staff member of the Johann-Sebastian-Bach-Institut Göttingen, and temporarily deputy of the managing director. He has taught in Bochum, Marburg, Detmold, Cologne and Hamburg, and has been a freelance contributor to various music periodicals. In 2000 he was responsible for the conception and direction of the Thuringian state exhibition 'Der junge Bach: Weil er nicht aufzuhalten' in Erfurt. He has conducted research and produced publications on opera and the cantata in 17th-century Italy, on stylistic development in the music of Johann Sebastian Bach, and on editorial philology./ Répertoire / Orgue

ShowTrax CD-It's Carnival Time ... come join the lion the turtles the singing donkeys waltzing elephants and a host of other animals as they bring to life the music of Camille Saint-Saëns. Designed specifically for elementary students this all-school revue may be produced with minimal set and costuming or if time and resources permit a more elaborate production. The Teacher's Manual comes complete with the accompanied songs script staging directions and ideas for set and costuming. The Singer's Edition includes the script with staging directions and vocal lines only. The ShowTrax CD includes the spectacular orchestration by John Higgins for a truly professional production. Yourperformers and their parents will enjoy the timeless music of Camille Saint-Saëns and you'll enjoy the opportunity to introduce your classes to a great orchestral classic. Available: Teacher's Manual Singer's 5-Pak Preview CD ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: 30 minutes. For grades 1-6.

Teacher Edition-Imagine a land all covered in snow and ice where the sun sets in autumn and is gone for many months and the only illumination in the winter sky is the mysterious shimmering Northern Lights! An old storyteller tells the tale of ayoung girl named Galena her little brother Tagalong and and their Arctic adventure on a magical night on Polar Mountain where they meet a giant snowman a snow princess and much more! This delightful 30-minute holiday musicalcaptures the spirit of hope and joy and is ideal for young performers. It features seven original songs a clever and entertaining script John Jacobson's choreography and helpful production guide included in the Teacher's Manual.The Singer's Edition features vocal lines and dialog and the professionally-produced ShowTrax CD will add extra sparkle to your performance this winter holiday season. Available: Teacher's Manual Singer's Edition 5-Pak PreviewCD (full performance) and ShowTrax CD (full performance/accompaniment only). Performance Time: 30 minutes. For Gr. 4-8.

A Musical About Standing Up For What You Believe In-There's trouble brewing in the farmer's dell when Cheesy tries to befriend Mister Rat who has a different agenda in mind. Cheesy is feeling quite blue until Gouda Limburger and the rest of the “Cheeses of the World”come to town to cheer Cheesy up. Discover the true meaning of friendship and believing in yourself with this delightful 20-minute musical for primary grades. Features include 5 original songs in a variety of musical styles aclever script with easy rhyming lines choreography staging and costume ideas ... all included right in the Teacher's Manual. The handy Reproducible Pak comes complete with vocal lines lyric sheets and dialog ... everything youryoung performers will need under one cover! The professionally produced orchestration by John Higgins is featured on the performance/accompaniment CD to add that perfect final touch! Receive all three components in the handyClassroom Kit for dollar-stretching value. Available: Teacher's Manual Reproducible Pak Preview CD ShowTrax CD Classroom Kit. Performance Time: 20 minutes. For Gr. K-4.

Performance/Accompaniment CD-Imagine a land all covered in snow and ice where the sun sets in autumn and is gone for many months and the only illumination in the winter sky is the mysterious shimmering Northern Lights! An old storyteller tells the tale of ayoung girl named Galena her little brother Tagalong and and their Artic adventure on a magical night on Polar Mountain where they meet a giant snowman a snow princess and much more! This delightful 30-minute holiday musicalcaptures the spirit of hope andjoy and is ideal for young performers. It features seven original songs a clever and entertaining script John Jacobson's choreography and helpful production guide included in the Teacher's Manual.The Singer's Edition features vocal lines and dialog and the professionally-produced ShowTrax CD will add extra sparkle to your performance this winter holiday season. Songs include: Once on a Wintertime Dancing in the Snow Seaof Snow Lost Get a Load of Me You¹ve Gotta Have Hope There's a Light.

A Holiday Musical for Young Voices-The welcome mat is out and everyone is invited! From candles burning and carolers singing to a fifteen foot buffet and jingle bells ringing share the traditions of the season with this charming 15-minute holiday musical forprimary grades. Five original songs and clever rhyming narration allow for easy preparation and limited rehearsal time. The Teacher's Manual features full piano/vocal arrangements narration and staging suggestions and the handyReproducible Pak comes complete with vocal lines lyric sheets and narration ... everything your “stars on stage” need to present a wonderful show for family and friends. Use the professionally produced orchestrationby John Higgins on the performance/accompaniment CD for extra seasonal sparkle! Receive all three components in the handy Classroom Kit for dollar-stretching value. Songs include: Our House Is a Holiday House Candleglow We'reReally Cookin' All You Need to Sing Caroling Caroling.

A Comprehensive Guide to Sibelius Music Notation Software-Master Sibelius music notation software step-by-step with the most complete how-to guide available! Designed for both novice and experienced musicians composers producers and arrangers it contains a variety of examples from single-line melodies to complex scores. Written by two proven experts trainers and authors in the field of music notation software this book will be a constant reference for all of your Sibelius questions and needs.'A valuable book encompassing a wide range of musical styles as notational projects.Sibelius software has always included its own excellent manual so I was intrigued to see just how useful aseparate guide could be. This book relates to the latest version currently Sibelius 6 but much of the material will also be relevant to earlier versions. The volume runs to some 460 pages but rather than simply cloning the user manual the authors have constructed a whole series of notational projects introducing different aspects of the software. The writing is engaging throughout with all points explained clearly and there is also a companion website offering downloadable files and templates to be used with all the exercises.The book begins with an overview explaining essential procedures but from Chapter 2 onwards new techniques are introduced through practical tasks which become more sophisticated throughout the book. Chapter 3 for example  is an exercise in notating Greensleeves which involves adding lyrics simple harmonies and chord symbols. There is a chapter explaining using a MIDI keyboard with Sibelius's flexi-time input method and also one outlining techniques for scanning in music. Later the book investigates writing for larger ensembles and there is also a downloadable movie file for use in conjunction with a film scoring project.Overall this is a valuable book encompassing a wide range of musical styles and offering helpful additional material as you

(KS3/GCSE:A1/AL)Listening composing and performing are the foundation of Projects Patric Standford’s exciting new composition manual that meets the varied demands of ‘A-level’ and undergraduate courses. Former head of Composition at Bretton College of Higher Education respected composer and tireless advocate of new music Standford begins unashamedly with melody. Through a study of historical examples students quickly learn to write their own then master rhythm harmony and the construction of canons before creating original pieces for melody instruments keyboard and percussion ensemble. With a wealth of illustrations and full of good sense Standford’spractical text ensures a constant helping hand for the young composer showing how music of the past and present carefully observed can unlock the novice’s imagination. Beautifully produced Projects combines a sound respect for the fundamentals of music-making with the one element essential for its success - enjoyment.