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…

Early to Mid-Intermediate Level. Arranged by John Thompson. Willis. Book only. Size 9x12 inches. 48 pages. Published by Willis Music.

Piano Technique. By Howard Kasschau. Piano Method. Size 9x12 inches. 64 pages. Published by G. Schirmer, Inc.

By Brian Lewis. For Choir. (SAB). Choral Octavo. Level: Level 3 (grade L3). Choral Octavo. 8 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Czech Folk Hymn. Arranged by David De Warrenne. Text: Czech Folk Hymn. For SSA Choir. (Accompaniment: Piano). Christmas and Sacred. Level: Medium Adult. 8 pages. Duration 1 min, 49 sec. Published by Hinshaw Music Inc.

(A Method of Progressive Pieces for the Early Years) Written by Donald Waxman. Instructional book for piano. 35 pages. Published by Galaxy Music Corporation.

By Robert Sheldon. Music by Robert Sheldon. For Concert Band. Concert Band. Young Symphonic. Folk Song. Conductor Score & Parts. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Art Gorman. Choral. Choral Collections. Level: Grade 2. Music Book. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company.

By Traditional, Various. Arranged by Donald Ripplinger. Text: Various/Traditional. For Duet. Christmas. Level: Medium. Duration varies. Published by Jackman Music Corporation.

By David Carr Glover and Jay Stewart. For Piano. Piano method/supplement. Level: Early Elementary, Level 2. Book. 60 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By John W. Schaum. For Piano. Piano - Schaum Method Supplement. Level: Elementary. Book. 32 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By American Folk Song. Arranged by R. Geese. For Woodwind Quintet. Published by Cimarron Music Press.

101 Exercises in Intonation. By Zoltan Kodaly. (Book). Boosey and Hawkes Kodaly. Softcover. Size 7x10.5 inches. 16 pages. Published by Boosey and Hawkes.

By James Bastien. For Piano. (Bastien Supplementary Books). Bastien Piano. Folk Tunes. Primer Level piece for the American Patriotic and Folk Event with the National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC) Festivals Bulletin 2008-2009-2010. Folk Tunes. Level: Primer. Music Book. Publish…

By Carol Barratt. For Piano. Classical, Folk, Country. 40 pages. Published by Music Sales

By John Loesberg. For Piano. Celtic. 83 pages. Published by Music Sales.

By Walter Noona. Piano. Level: Level 2. Piano method. Published by Heritage Music Press.

By From The Oxford Scottish Songbook. Arranged by Mack Wilberg. Text: Robert Burns. For Piano Duet accompaniment. (SATB). 3 Scottish Folk Songs (Usc Series). Folk, Secular. Level: Medium Jr. High/High School or Easy Adult. 12 pages. Duration 2 min, 48 sec. Published by Hinshaw M…