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…

(10 Woodwind Quartets From Around The World). By Various. Arranged by Frank Halferty. For woodwind quartet (flute, flute/oboe Bb clarinet (alto sax), bassoon (Bb bass clarinet)). Grade 1-3. Score and set of parts. Published by Kendor Music Inc

By Seth Houston. For SATB choir, soprano voice (a cappella). Jo-Michael Scheibe Choral Series. Concert. Octavo. Published by Santa Barbara Music Publishing

By Bonam. For piano. Piano collection. Keyboard music. Late Intermediate. Published by SoundForth

(for Violin and Piano). By Steven Gerber. For Violin, Piano Accompaniment. LKM Music. 32 pages. Hal Leonard #X511041. Published by Hal Leonard

By Scott Watson. Concert Band. Concert Band; Part(s); Score. Challenger Band Series. Light Concert; Novelty; World. Grade 1.5. 120 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

By Various. Arranged by Fletcher. For handbell choir (3-4 octaves). Published by National Music Publishers

(Sheâ??s Like a Swallow). By Robert Sheldon. Orchestra. Part(s); Score; SmartMusic; String Orchestra. Sound Innovations for Strings. Form: Ballade. Folk. Grade 1.5. 80 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

(To a Wild Rose / My Wild Irish Rose / The Yellow Rose of Texas). Arranged by Carrie Lane Gruselle. Orchestra. Part(s); Score; SmartMusic; String Orchestra. Highland String Orchestra. Form: Medley. Folk; Light Concert. Grade 2.5. 124 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Arranged by Douglas E. Wagner. Orchestra. String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Folk. Grade 1.5. Conductor Score and Parts. 76 pages. Published by Belwin Music

By Elliot Del Borgo. For concert band (Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet in Bb, Bb Bass Clarinet, Eb Alto Saxophone, Bb Tenor Saxophone, Eb Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet in Bb, Horn in F, Trombone/Baritone, (Baritone T.C.), Tuba, Bells, Percussion 1 [2 Players] (Snare Drum, Bass Drum,…

(Mix and Match Trios for Strings, Woodwinds, Saxophones and Keyboard). By Various. Arranged by Daniel Kelley. String Trio, Wind Trio, Mixed Trio, Clarinet Trio, Saxophone Trio, Piano Trio, Piano Quartet. For Viola in alto clef. Trios. Intermediate Music for Three. Classical. Inte…

(Mix and Match Trios for Strings, Woodwinds, Saxophones and Keyboard). By Various. Arranged by Daniel Kelley. String Trio, Wind Trio, Mixed Trio, Clarinet Trio, Saxophone Trio, Piano Trio, Piano Quartet. For Flute or Oboe or Violin in C. Trios. Intermediate Music for Three. Class…

Arranged by Franz Biebl. For TTBB choir. Choral music. Folk music. Score. Published by Doblinger Music Publishers

Arranged by Gerhard Track. For TTBB choir. Choral music. Folk music. Level 2. Score. Published by Doblinger Music Publishers

By Michael Burkhardt. For keyboard, optional Orff Instruments or handbells (Unison Treble Voices, 2-part Equal Voices, 2-part Mixed Voices, 2-part Women's Voices, 3-part Women's Voices, SSAA choir, 3-part Men's Voices, TTBB choir, 3-part Treble Voices, Four-Part Treble Voices, or…

(Piano Accompaniment Violin). Arranged by Andrew Watkin. For Piano/Keyboard. Fentone Instrumental Books. Softcover. Fentone Music #F911. Published by Fentone Music