If there is one set of music any beginner band should own this is it. It is made up of 24 short contrasting pieces which are a mixture of folk songs well-known classics Christmas items and original works each of which is aimed to reinforce an aspect of learning. A must for all beginner bands.

If there is one set of music any beginner band should own this is it. It is made up of 24 short contrasting pieces which are a mixture of folk songs well-known classics Christmas items and original works each of which is aimed to reinforce an aspect of learning. A must for all beginner bands.

If there is one set of music any beginner band should own this is it. It is made up of 24 short contrasting pieces which are a mixture of folk songs well-known classics Christmas items and original works each of which is aimed to reinforce an aspect of learning. A must for all beginner bands.

from Casanova. Par STRAUS OSCAR. Song for Peace (also known as The Nun’s Chorus) is from Johan Strauss Jr. much neglected opera Casanova. It has been arranged for beginner bands and can be played with a minimum of four players (+ percussion). It stately melody will bring a little regalness to any concert. / Niveau : 1.5 / Musique pour célébration / Date parution : 1905-06-25/ Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie ou Fanfare ou Brass Band

Holiday Jam, based on the traditional carol Angels We Have Heard on High, will be the highlight of your holiday concert performance. Written for the very beginning jazz student, this chart is carefully crafted for the limitations of the beginner. Arranger Victor Lopez provides many instrumentation options, easy ranges and rhythms along with a fail-safe solo section. Blues it up for the holidays!

The Music Factory was written to introduce beginner players to ensemble playing as early as possible. Thanks to the low grade of difficulty of this piece this it is possible to play in a ‘real band’ after only a few lessons. Because of the four-part instrumentation The Music Factory is suitable for smaller strengths taking into account that it is important to divide parts evenly among the players. Also includes an ad-lib keyboard/piano part to support the ensemble.

Three new collections of varied pieces for orchestra for players from beginner to grade 3 standard.This collection of three books each containing eight varied pieces has been compiled to capture the imagination of young players and to introduce them to a wide range of musical styles.Special effects appropriate to each instrument provide additional learning points and great entertainment both in rehearsal and performance. There are glissandos for strings and trombone flutter tonguing for flute and trumpets (for those able to) and a range of vocal sounds for all!The scoring allows these pieces to be played by variouscombinations of instruments. Ideally your orchestra should have some instruments from each section but if not (for example no brass) then the supplementary piano part (available separately) can be used to fill the gaps. It can also be used to provide extra support in rehearsals.As well as the normal percussion parts some of the pieces make use of a drum kit. For orchestras without a drum kit player a drum kit and bass backing track is available to download free of charge either as MP3 or WAV files.OrchestrationDescant recorder Treble recorder Flute 1 Flute 2 or Oboe Clarinet 1 Clarinet 2 Alto Sax Bassoon Horn in F Horn in Eb Trumpet 1 Trumpet 2 Trombone (Bass clef) Trombone (Treble clef) Timpani Drum Kit Percussion 1 Percuission 2 Percussion 3.Strings (Violin 1 Violin 2 Violin 3 Viola Cello Bass)Orchanics 1 contains:-Playing Tag (Richard Ling); Eastern March (Richard Ling); Autumn from Four Seasons (Vivaldi); Entertainer (Joplin); St.Anthony Chorale (Brahms/Haydn); Jazz Train (Richard Ling); Caribbean Carnival (Richard Ling); Hark the herald angels sing.

Beethoven Forever was written to introduce beginner players to ensemble playing as early as possible. Thanks to the low grade of difficulty of this piece this it is possible to play in a ‘real band’ after only a few lessons. Because of the four-part instrumentation Beethoven Forever is suitable for smaller strengths taking into account that it is important to divide parts evenly among the players. Also includes an ad-lib keyboard/piano part to support the ensemble.

The Music Factory was written to introduce beginner players to ensemble playing as early as possible. Thanks to the low grade of difficulty of this piece this it is possible to play in a ‘real band’ after only a few lessons. Because of the four-part instrumentation The Music Factory is suitable for smaller strengths taking into account that it is important to divide parts evenly among the players. Also includes an ad-lib keyboard/piano part to support the ensemble.

40 Progressive Duets for Trombones or Euphoniums BC-Philip Sparke’s Skilful Duets is the second volume of a progressive series of duet books that takes the young wind player from beginner to accomplished musician. Following on from the first book in the series (Starter Duets) this collection generally contains longer pieces suitable for the developing young musician. Specifically tailored for each instrument Skilful Duets introduces the concept of phrasing by suggesting suitable breathing points and takes the player into new keys with extended instrument ranges; the concept of tempo and style indications is also introduced. Skilful Duets provides invaluable additional material to complement any teaching method.

6 Pieces for beginner string orchestra/quartet. Violin 3 and Viola part are interchangeable / Ensemble A Cordes

Two for Band was written to introduce beginner players to ensemble playing as early as possible. Thanks to the low grade of difficulty of this piece this it is possible to play in a ‘real band’ after only a few lessons. Because of the four-part instrumentation Two for Bandis suitable for smaller strengths taking into account that it is important to divide parts evenly among the players. Also includes an ad-lib keyboard/piano part to support the ensemble.

Arr. James Curnow. A versatile collection of original pieces for the beginner. The CD will keep them interested in practising and provide lots of fun. The pieces are arranged in order of difficulty. Each book includes a piano accompaniment part. / Niveau : Très Facile à Facile / Recueil / Educatif

Double Bass-More String Time Joggers is a welcome addition to the ensemble repertoire for beginner strings from the authors of the award-winning Fiddle Time series. This exciting collection provides enjoyable and inventive ensemble material for all string groups whatever their size.