Clothbound in Slipcase. Par KODALY ZOLTAN. These three cloth-bound volumes in slipcase include Kodály's complete choral works. Zoltán Kodály (1882-1967) created a significant oeuvre equally as a composer, pedagogue, and ethnomusicologist; he was one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Hungarian music. With his over 130 works for unaccompanied choir he laid the foundation of modern Hung…

Arrangeur: Matt Johnston. Par MORTELMANS LODEWIJK. Lodewijk Mortelmans was born in Antwerp on February 5, 1868, as second son of printer Karel Mortelmans. He died on June 24, 1952. He was an outstanding, universal Belgian musician and composer. His unique and poetic classical songs, his intimate and delicate piano music and his imaginative orchestral pieces rank among the European masterworks of t…

This arrangement endeavors to allow string ensembles to grow with this intricate composition. It has been shortened and an emphasis has been placed on instrumental technique. The focus is on the musical sophistication of this composition with the goal of developing musicality. (2:20) / Orchestre A Cordes

Originally written by Beethoven for piano, this cool little gem has been adapted for strings by Jack Bullock, and is perfect for contest and festival. The melody moves between all sections allowing for many teaching opportunities. (1:50) / Orchestre A Cordes

This celebrated instrumental piece has been adapted for sanctuary usage and joined with a poignant sacred text appropriate for Holy Week services. Sensitively arranged, this choral version layers beauty upon beauty, forming a tapestry of sound and message. A tasteful chamber orchestration is available for churches with instrumental resources. Score and Parts (hrpsi/pno, fl, ob, vn 1-2, va, vc, db)…

Score Hardcover. Par MARTINU BOHUSLAV. 'To tell the truth, I'm a concerto grosso type,” Martinu wrote in 1945. Unsurprisingly, the concerto grosso is also the formal basis of both concertante compositions for four solo instruments and orchestra included in the 'Quadruple Concertos” volume. The works were written nearly twenty years apart and are quite different in style, having been inspired by va…

Par SCHUMANN ROBERT. Although Schumann’s style suits the clarinet extremely well, he did not write a great deal for the instrument – The Three Romances Op. 94 were written for oboe, with clarinet and violin as suggested alternatives. The Three Romances contrast strongly with one another, and this is important to bring out when interpreting these delightful miniatures. This version is for Clarinet …

This classic Schirmer edition has been enhanced with a companion CD. Each of the four movements is recorded three times. First is a full performance for listening, followed by a Primo only recording, and then a Secondo only recording for play-along. / Piano 4 Mains

Par CURNOW JAMES. On June 2 1953 the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II took place following a ritual that has been used since 750 AD. Since Canterbury is the ancient religious centre of Great Britain the Archbishop of Canterbury, the head of the Church of England, has presided over the coronation ceremonies of rulers of England for many generations. Canterbury Coronation seeks to capture both the a…