As the name suggests, the 'Missa Popularis? has its musical roots in folk music.This becomes clear in the very first bars of the Kyrie, where the violin plays amelody in the style of a Swedish folk tune above a bass ostinato. The musical charm of the Mass derives from the combination of choir [SSA(TB)] and string quartet.The choral parts enable performances by female choir or mixed choir. In the l…

Flamenco for Band. Par SPARKE PHILIP. Flamenco is a style of music, usually played on the guitar to accompany dancing and singing, that has its home in Andalusia in southern Spain. It has its roots in the years of Moorish rule of the region (711-1492) although the modern flamenco style dates only from the 18th century. La Caracola (which is the Spanish name for the triton sea shell) is an annual f…

Featuring the well-known Yuletide favorites 'Angels from the Realms of Glory,' 'The Holly and the Ivy,' and 'Deck the Halls,' this festive medley captures the spirit of the season for students and audiences alike. Each carol has roots from the United Kingdom and is charismatically scored, showcasing each section of your band with a wide variety of textures and tempo. Musically compelling! (3:00) /…

The Blues Guitar Chord Deck makes learning a real 'hands-on' experience and features over 40 blues chords in a convenient deck format of cardboard guitar-neck illustrations that fan out and indicate exactly where to place your fingers. Master a whole set of new skills with the deck's ingenious swivel pack design that literally puts a wealth of blues guitar information right at your fingertips. Dis…

New edition of the full score of this 8-minute work composed in 1928. Highly passionate in character and rich in its melodic invention, Finzi's writing here is characteristically open-hearted and approachable. From the stillness of the opening, the music unfolds, reaching a peak of intensity before returning to its roots.This miniature is a string orchestral gem to set alongside Elgar's Introducti…

An unmistakable guitar hero from his work with Ozzy Osbourne and Black Label Society, Zakk Wylde has inspired Rock and Metal guitarists the world over. His blistering solos and razorblade-sharp rhythm work combine the blues roots of the rock tradition with an arsenal of tricks and techniques.In this DVD showcase, Jamie Humphries guides you through Wyldes trademark sounds including * Pentatonic seq…

Book with Audio and Video Access. Preface by Jay Ungar, composer of Ashokan Farewell. A Festival of Violin and Fiddle Styles presents 23 styles and is chock full of right- and left-hand techniques, exercises, and advice designed to help violinists, violists and cellists step into inclusive, 21st century skills as well as repertoire. This jam-packed book includes tips from an incredible array of mu…

Book with Audio and Video Access. Preface by Jay Ungar, composer of Ashokan Farewell. A Festival of Violin and Fiddle Styles presents 23 styles and is chock full of right- and left-hand techniques, exercises, and advice designed to help violinists, violists and cellists step into inclusive, 21st century skills as well as repertoire. This jam-packed book includes tips from an incredible array of mu…