Par SAINT-SAENS CAMILLE. Far from being an isolated work in Camille Saint-Saens’ production, Le Retour de Virginie (Virginia’s Return) belongs to a small set written at the beginning of his career in the particular context of the competition for the Prix de Rome that was established in 1803 then cancelled following the events of May 1968. It had been for more than a century and a half, the most co…

to the violin concerto by Gyorgy Ligeti. Par ADES THOMAS. In a conversation with the violinist Peter Herresthal, we touched on the “invitation” in the score of Ligeti’s Violin concerto to provide a cadenza for the work. Peter suggested that I answer this invitation and I was happy to accept. I followed all the composer’s directions exactly: the cadenza may use material from all five movements, and…

Par MAZZACURATI. In this reprint of Scales And Arpeggios, the author has aimed to set out the scales in order of progressive difficulty, using single scale, two-strings-scale and arpeggio to make a study that is quite difficult, but a fantastic way to learn essential technique and ability. The study of scales and arpeggios on the Cello is exceptionally important. A devotion to this study is essent…

Par BINGHAM JUDITH. A ten-minute suite consisting of four short pieces aimed at providing aspiring organists with new and progressive repertoire. These pieces celebrate different aspects of a child’s Christmas as seen from an adult perspective and takes influence from the text ‘A Box of Delights’ by John Masefield, with its magical and pagan overtones. In the music there are quotations from other …

This book is a compilation of timeless classics, simplified and aimed to build the skills, agility and tonal control of late elementary pianists, in order to assist the transition into early intermediate level. Theory exercises are included after each song, for the pianist to make a practical/theory connection. Creative activities are introduced as an early step into improvisation. / Instrumental …

Par YEO HELEN. This book is a compilation of timeless classics, simplified and aimed to build the skills, agility and tonal control of intermediate pianists, in order to assist the transition into late intermediate level. Theory exercises are included after each song, for the pianist to make a practical/theory connection. / Methods and Tutors / Recueil / Piano

The series Der Junge Pop-Chor has vastly expanded the range of contemporary choral material available to choirs. In Volume 4 of this successful series, five more songs are included for 2-part youth choir (or 2-part women's choir), arranged with Piano Accompaniment.This series is mostly aimed at teenagers and young adults, who want to sing the latest chart-topping hits. The accompanying CD contains…

Par MOUSSORGSKY MODESTE. 'Get to know classical masterpieces': Within this series you will find a simple arrangement for piano of one of the most popular concert works composed by Modest P. Mussorgsky , the cycle of piano pieces Pictures at an Exhibition. With explanatory texts and fully coloured illustrations, the edition is aimed at young and adult pianists. The easily playable arrangements and …

A practical and resourceful first tutor with a wide selection of well-known tunes, familiar to even the youngest beginner. Accompaniments for the early pieces are included. Forces or Category : Tutor Difficulty : Very easy 48 pages 04 January 1990

Trombone and Piano. Par . Part of the ANGLO MUSIC PLAY-ALONG Series, Philip Sparkes 15 INTERMEDIATE CLASSICAL SOLOS is aimed at the young instrumentalist who can play about an octave and a half and follows on from Sparkes 15 EASY CLASSICAL SOLOS. Specifically tailored to suit the individual instrument, this book introduces the developing player to the world of the classics by using simple yet attr…