Classics for Orchestra

Fantasia In C Minor Op.80 (Choral Fantasy)-This volume contains two of Beethoven's most unusual highly innovative and original works: the Concerto in C Major Op. 56 for piano violin cello and orchestra; and the Fantasia in C Minor Op. 80 for piano chorus and orchestra.To this day the 'Triple Concerto' remains part of a rare breed in the literature--a fascinating symphonic framework of interaction between the classical orchestra and a trio of intimately interdependent soloists. The work remains a favorite vehicle of the great Beethoven specialists with numerous recordings by legendary performers.The 'Choral Fantasy' is a rarity in the Beethoven canon of ensemble music uniting thevirtuoso display of a semi-improvisational solo piano with the vocal and instrumental richness of chorus and orchestra. Said to have been composed under great time pressure the Fantasy concludes with an extensive choral setting of a text by an unknown poet: 'Schmeichelnd hold und lieblich klingen' ('Flatteringly lovely and fair are the sounds of our life?s harmonies...Accept gladly the gifts of beautiful art...').Reprinted from the authoritative Breitkopf & Härtel editions this volume offers musicians and music lovers an inexpensive high-quality full score of two exceptional works.

Movie themes have their own special appeal. Their role is to convey and amplify the atmosphere and emotions of moving pictures. In many cases they take on a life of their own and it is such titles as these, classics in their own right, which we selected for this book.With a lot of effort and patience in both arranging this broad musical palette and recording the play-along CD, Alfred Music Publishing have been able to create play-alongs that are live studio recordings. Through this we can make a broad spectrum of styles accessible to the player, be it a classical orchestra, a jazz orchestra, a jazz combo, a rock and pop band or any of the possible line-ups in between.We are especially proud to have top-class musicians of the contemporary European music scene on our recordings. Their unique interpretations make it a worthwhile experience to just listen to the tracks, let alone having yourself accompanied by top notch musicians. The chord symbols are meant for accompaniment by a teacher or duet partner so that the themes can be played independently from the CD. This is why the symbols are shown in concert pitch, even in the editions for transposed instruments (i.e. clarinet, alto and tenor saxophone). The chord symbols also make it possible to perform tunes from 'Cinema Classics' live with a duet partner or band. / Saxophone Alto

(1993)Since its premiere by the Baltimore Symphony in 1994 at Carnegie Hall the GRAMMY®-winning Metropolis Symphony has entered the orchestral repertoire and been performed by orchestras all over the world.Metropolis Symphony is a five-movement musical response to the world of Superman; Red Cape Tango Daugherty's final work based on the Superman mythology is set after Superman's fight to the death withDoomsday. The principal melody (first heard in the bassoon) is derived from the medieval Latin death chant Dies Irae. This dance of death is conceived as a tango presented at times like a concertino comprising stringquintet brass trio bassoon chimes and castanets. The orchestra alternates between legato and staccato sections to suggest a musical bullfight.

(1991)Since its premiere by the Baltimore Symphony in 1994 at Carnegie Hall the GRAMMY®-winning Metropolis Symphony has entered the orchestral repertoire and been performed by orchestras all over the world.Metropolis Symphony is a five-movement musical response to the world of Superman and Lex derives its title from one of Superman's most vexing foes the super-villain Lex Luthor. Marked“Diabolical” in the score this movement features a virtuoso violin soloist (Lex) who plays a fiendishly difficult fast triplet motive in perpetual motion pursued by the orchestration and a percussion section thatincludes four referee whistles placed quadraphonically on stage. Duration - ca. 10:00

Flexible solo with Strings-One of the most popular pieces from Alan Hovhaness Prayer of St. Gregory is taken from the opera Etchmiadzin and is described as ???a prayer in darkness.??? The original edition for trumpet and orchestra is adapted here for string orchestra with solooptions for violin flute oboe alto saxophone and trumpet.

Edited by Andrew AshbeeTen fantasia-suites for two treble viols bass viol and organ written early in the composerâ??s career and fifteen fantasia-air sets probably late productions add to the significant corpus of music for viol consort by this outstanding seventeenth-century composer who inherited and expanded the tradition of instrumental fantasias handed down from Coprario and Lawes. Recordings of the fifteen fantasia-air sets performed by the Locke Consort are available on the Channel Classics label (www.channelclassics.nl) CD number CCS 17698 distributed in the UK by Koch International. First published in 2001. Hardback

The 'Eulenburg Audio Score' series contains the orchestral world's greatest musical treasures from the baroque, classical and romantic repertoire. Each volume is clearly-presented with authoritative scores, informative prefaces detailing the biographical and creative background- - CDs of great performances of each work in full length, from orchestras including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Philharmonia Orchestra.NEW: This box-set of 25 masterpieces in a handy slipcase containing volumes 51-75 in the series is amazing value: almost 50% cheaper than buying each volume separately!This is the perfect gift for any music-lover. 'Eulenburg Audio Score' is the new way to hear, read and understand music. Eulenburg is the 130 year-old world-famous publishing brand, renowned for its top-quality, reliable study scores at reasonable prices. Focusing on the fields of opera, orchestral music, chamber music and vocal music, it is the favoured by conductors, orchestral musicians, soloists, students, teachers and music-lovers generally. The more you read, the more you hear! / Tout Instrument

Latin-Americana is a collection of 5 famous melodies and rhythms by various composers arranged for orchestra by Frank Naylor. Each work has been inspired by Latin America in some way with the classic tunes Jarabe Tapatio La Cucaracha La Paloma Clelito Lindo and Ay Ay Ay all included.Frank Naylor has become known for creating high-quality arrangements of classical music ideal for school and college level orchestras. This selection of exotic pieces is no exception - it is perfect for any young ensemble looking to expand their repertoire and impress their audiences.

Clara Wieck’s sincerest wish was that her future husband Robert Schumann turn his extraordinary genius toward the larger and more challenging task of composing orchestral music. Confiding in her diary in 1839 just one year before her marriage she explained that “it would be best if he composed for Orchestra: his imagination cannot find sufficient scope in the Piano…” In the years that followed their marriage Robert Schumann continued to devote much of his attention to Piano music but he also found the time to comply with his beloved Clara’s wish by creating a number of musical pieces composed specifically for Piano andOrchestra. Although Schumann’s genius is most in evidence in his masterful solo Piano compositions and superb lieder his lively and provocative imagination manifests itself with equal aplomb in the works composed for Piano and Orchestra. The same compelling romantic and lyrical qualities that captivate lovers of Schumann’s Piano music are evident in these compositions. Three of his finest are presented here in full score including the A Minor Piano Concerto one of the most popular and frequently performed concertos ever written. All demonstrate his remarkably innovative approach to music diverting substantially from the classic models of the day and display his immense creativity as well as his warmth and sensitivity. Included in this collection of Schumann’s compositions for Piano and Orchestra are: Piano Concerto In A minor Op. 54 (published 1846) Concertstück Op.92 (Introduction and Allegro appassionato; published 1852) Introduction and Allegro Op. 134 (published 1855) These three works by one of the greatest masters of romanticism will delight musicians music lovers and students as well as devotees of Schumann. Pianists will be especially pleased to have these appealing Schumann works in one convenient edition available at

Full Score-Vivace (2010) for string orchestra began its musical life as the third movement of my Sonata for Guitar (2009) recorded by Isaac Bustos on MSR Classics [MS 1581]. While writing the sonata I began to realize what a symphonic instrument the guitar really is and how well idiomatic guitar figurations might translate to the orchestra. As the title suggests Vivace is a short lively piece tinged with spiritual uplift. Supported by a steady rhythmic ostinato in stretto the broad melody (in slow harmonic rhythm) is presented first in the highest voice and then answered in a lower one. The dovetailing of gestures and its consequent antiphonal character permeate the movement.Often the melody is presented in harmony at the interval of the 7th or 9th. As with many of my recent compositions variation color and drama are enhanced by the juxtaposition of pandiatonic passages with those that are chromatic and dissonant. --Peter Lieuwen Vivace has been recorded by the Slovak National Symphony Orchestra on MSR Classics [MS 1582].

(Edition for String Orchestra)-In a new arrangement for mature string groups Gliere's energetic dance movement again shows why it has become an icon of light classical programming for orchestras everywhere. From the ballet The Red Poppy thedeliberate opening in the low strings accelerating to the frenzied Cossack-style dance makes this work a captivating experience for your students.

Easy music for string groups. Playstrings provides an enjoyable and varied repertoire for young string orchestras carefully structured in two levels. The ‘Easy’ level does not normally exceed Grade 2 in difficulty with most partsplayable in first position while the ‘Moderately Easy’ level includes some parts of around Grade 3 standard. At easy level alternative parts are provided so that the absence of viola or a double bass does not prevent the piecefrom being performed. Available in score or sets of instrumental parts. There are over 30 titles covering a wide range of styles including classical pieces folk tunes and Christmas collections. Playstrings is an idealintroduction to orchestral playing for young string players.Available here is the Full Score for Sounds from Scotland for String Orchestra. Parts are available on CH55724

A blockbuster film with a classic action character has taken over the entertainment scene breaking box office records everywhere. Film composer Danny Elfman's dramatic score has plenty of excitement for your orchestra with thisimpressive medley of themes from John Wasson. This is action film music at its very best for orchestras who like to program cutting edge music.

Suite of English Folk Songs (Boyle)-Easy music for string groups. Playstrings provides an enjoyable and varied repertoire for young string orchestras carefully structured in two levels. The ‘Easy’ level does not normally exceed Grade 2 in difficulty with most partsplayable in first position while the ‘Moderately Easy’ level includes some parts of around Grade 3 standard. At easy level alternative parts are provided so that the absence of viola or a double bass does not prevent the piecefrom being performed. Available in score or sets of instrumental parts. There are over 30 titles covering a wide range of styles including classical pieces folk tunes and Christmas collections. Playstrings is an idealintroduction to orchestral playing for young string players. Set of 19 parts contains: 4 x Violin 1 4 x Violin 2 4 x Violin 3 2 x Viola 3 x Cello 2 x Double Bass/Cello 2.