This is a new edition of Béla Bartók's popular Romanian Folk Dances in its original scoring for Solo Piano. With fascinating background notes and unique imagery, this publication is essential for pianists interested in the work of the Hungarian composer.When Bartók was just 23 years old, he visited the Transylvanian town of Gerlicepuszta. Overhearing a lullaby sung by a teenage servant girl named …

Once upon a time, a hardworking music teacher was determined to slay the dragons of student doldrums. She looked far and wide for meaningful yet entertaining lessons that would engage her students while addressing the Common Core music standards. One day, she happened upon a set of enchanting books filled with folk tales, fairy tales, nursery rhymes, myths, legends, and more. As they dove into the…

Par GRIFFIN MICHAEL. When it comes to musical skill, why is it that some people achieve so much more than others? We are frequently led to believe this is because of a talent hardwired into their DNA. Now, music educator Michael Griffin dismisses that age-old notion in favour of another known factor: practice. His new book, Learning Strategies for Musical Success illustrates how the quantity and q…

Par BARTOK BELA. Based on the Béla Bartók Complete Critical Edition (Z. 15009), this volume includes Bartók's complete works for mixed voices. The lyrics in this Urtext edition are in the original languages and in the translations authorized by the composer. Literal English translations are provided in the appendix.The edition is complete with an informative preface (in Hungarian, English, and Ger…

Par SPARKE PHILIP. Prelude on an Irish Folk Tune (“Prélude sur un air irlandais”) est basée sur l'air traditionnel Slane, la version hymnique d’une mélodie irlandaise plus ancienne The Banks of the Bann. La mélodie s’imbrique dans la trame musicale vers la fin de la pièce. Publiée pour la première fois en 1909 dans le recueil Old Irish Folk Music and Songs (“Chants et airs irlandais anciens”) de P…

Par SPARKE PHILIP. Prelude on an Irish Folk Tune (“Prélude sur un air irlandais”) est basée sur l'air traditionnel Slane, la version hymnique d’une mélodie irlandaise plus ancienne The Banks of the Bann. La mélodie s’imbrique dans la trame musicale vers la fin de la pièce. Publiée pour la première fois en 1909 dans le recueil Old Irish Folk Music and Songs (“Chants et airs irlandais anciens”) de P…

Arr. Philip Sparke. Par GRIEG EDVARD. The melodies, harmonies, moods and rhythms of Norwegian folk songs and dance (even the sounds of Norwegian folk instruments) permeate the music of Edvard Grieg (1843-1907). After studying in Leipzig and Copenhagen he returned to Norway and a chance meeting with Norwegian nationalist Rikard Nordraak ignited his interest in folk music and laid the foundation for…

Par THE SAGE GATESHEAD. The Language of Folk Book 2 offers 16 intermediate to advanced folk songs from around the British Isles and further afield, carefully selected and arranged to develop the key skills and vocal styles integral to folk song. Produced in association with The Sage Gateshead and its nationally renowned folk music programme, these books provide a wealth of material both for establ…

(parts only unless otherwise specified). By Glazunov, Lyadov, Rimsky-Korsakov, Scriabin & Others Scryabin. String ensembles without piano. Published by International Music Co.

For C Instruments. Folk, Scottish. Sheet Music. 80 pages. Published by Music Sales.

Lacemaker Woman. By C.A. Pinto Fonseca. Text: Brazilian Folksongs. For SSAA Chorus. (SSAA). Musica de Latinoamerica. Secular. Octavo. Published by Earthsongs.

Ensemble. Size 9x12 inches. 32 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

By Scottish Folk. Arranged by Jerry Ulrich. Text: Robert Burns. For Piano accompaniment. (SAB). Secular. Level: Medium Jr. High/High School or Easy Adult. 8 pages. Duration 2 min, 15 sec. Published by Hinshaw Music Inc.

The Definitive Collection of Jewish Songs. Transcontinental Music Folios. Size 8.5x11 inches. 406 pages. Published by Transcontinental Music Publications.

By Mark Williams. Music by Mark Williams. For Concert Band. Concert Band. Young Symphonic. Level: 2 (Medium Easy) (grade 2). Conductor Score. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Arranged by Donald Moore. South African Folk Song. For Opt. Percussion Instruments. (2-Part). Choral Octavo. World Music Series. Level: Moderate (grade III). Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Jaakko Mantyjarvi. (SATB DV A Cappella). Walton Choral. Size 6.7x10.5 inches. 16 pages. Published by Walton Music.

An Easy Beginning Method. Composed by Susan Lowenkron. Method/Instruction; Recorder Method. Book. 48 pages. Alfred Music #00-19407. Published by Alfred Music

Danceries by Kenneth Hesketh. Concert Band. For Wind Band. Part(s); Score; Wind Band. Faber Edition: Faber Wind Band Series. 20th Century; Masterwork. Published by Faber Music

By John Kinyon. Music by John Kinyon. For Concert Band. Concert Band. Growing Band Series. Folk Song. Level: 2 (Medium Easy) (grade 2). Conductor Score & Parts. 1 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Joseph M. Martin. For 2-Part Choir. Choral, Contest/Festival Music, Folk Songs, General Repertory, Secular, General Repertory, Sacred. Sheet Music. Published by Shawnee Press.

By James Biery. For organ. Organ Music. Service, Recital. Medium