Par SCHRADIECK HENRY. Henry Schradieck chose the modest designation 'studies' for his exercises. Their musical substance, however, goes far beyond that of a study. They are character pieces which get their captivating musical expression particularly from the harmonic progression and expressive melodic lines while the rhythm remains relatively consistent to maximize the effect of practising. The pi…

Par BACEWICZ GRAZYNA. Grazyna Bacewicz realised at a very early age that her main purpose in life was to compose music. Already during the 1920s, as a student of Lódz Conservatoire, as part of her lessons in harmony and counterpoint, she made attempts at composing, in which she tried to resolve nagging technical problems and impart an artistically satisfying form to them. She grew up in an atmosph…

This high-energy original Christmas spiritual is not to be missed! A driving gospel chorus alternates with contrasting verses, then a quote from 'Angels We Have Heard on High' introduces a lively, and briefly a cappella, refrain. Pair with the optional SoundTrax CD and choreography from the Step One! DVD and at alfred.com/video. / Choeur Mixte (SATB)

This collection of ten jazz etudes with accompanying audio provides intermediate to advanced tenor sax students with a fun and effective way to learn to play in the specific odd meters: 3/4, 5/4, 7/4, and 9/4. Each etude is based on the chord progression of a different jazz standard, and includes an in-depth analysis of the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic devices used. The addition of the odd-time…

Formation musicale, 1er et 2ème cycles. Par BELLOT INGRID. Les chemins qui mènent à l’interprétation musicale sont multiples, et ont cependant tous comme unique origine : l’oral. Il est donc essentiel et primordial pour tout élève qui débute sa formation musicale de commencer à chanter, parler, dire à haute voix, autrement dit “oraliser” la musique pour mieux se l’approprier et pouvoir ensuite la…

A first book of very easy pieces for violin. Par BLACKWELL KATHY / DAVID. lively original pieces, traditional tunes, and easy duets using open strings to finger pattern 0-1-23-4 audio play-along and backing (accompaniment only) tracks available on major streaming platforms or to download from a companion website audio practice tracks (recorded at a slower tempo) for some pieces fantastic illustrat…

The 17 large works in this volume present a varied cross section of the sonata literature from the baroque to the present. Haydn, Mozart, Schubert, Handel, and Beethoven are well represented, as are many others. Each piece is in its original form, based on authentic texts. Difficulty varies from easy to advanced. / Piano

Par PENARD OLIVIER. Composé à l'occasion d'une résidence à l'ENM du Blanc Mesnil, et pour la circonstance d'un spectacle original de la compagnie Julie Desprairies (mis en espace à la Mairie du Blanc Mesnil), ce Divertimento est une partition initialement destinée à la danse. Les trois mouvements de la pièce mettent en scène un quatuor de saxophones avec un ensemble à vents. Après le lever de ride…

Par CARR JOE. Une nouvelle collection de 30 grands airs de diverses traditions du violon. Chaque tune a été spécialement aménagé pour mandoline et est présenté en notation standard et en tablature. Le CD accompagnant comporte toutes les 30 mélodies. Les airs comprennent une variété de styles, y compris le bluegrass, style Texas, Old Time, moulinets irlandais, quelques joyaux sous-estimé et même un…

More Easy Classics to Moderns is a sequel to widely popular first volume, presenting 148 pieces by masters from the Baroque to the Modern period. As a result of the extended period of music history covered in this volume, beginning Pianists of all ages will discover material suited to their particular need. The pieces are simple enough to appeal to the beginning student as a first sight reading bo…