A Jazzy Beat

SKU: CF.CPS239

ISBN 9781491157855. UPC: 680160916450. 9 x 12 inches.

The energy and drive of this piece uses simple time signatures of 4/4 and 3/4 and mixes groups of three notes and syncopation to the rhythm and the melody. There is also a use of a musical term called hemiola, when groups of two beats are replaced by groups of three beats, creating a shift between duple and triple meter. Syncopation adds a modern, jazzy, popular feel to this exciting concert band composition. Along with syncopation and popular influences are countermelodies to the main theme that are as important as the melody for balance and blend. This adds a feeling of baroque or renaissance style to the texture. Yet the melodies, chords, and structure are recognizable and enjoyable to listen to and perform. The middle 3/4 section is slightly slower featuring brass and saxophones and played legato. Then at the key change, it becomes more articulate and contrapuntal. The a tempo at m. 88 returns to the original thematic material, differing slightly from the beginning, and the coda has some added technical and challenging woodwind passages. The cymbal/triangle part has a lot of directions on choking, hi-hat sound, etc., that will add nice color to the piece if performed as indicated.
The energy and drive of this piece uses simple time signatures of 4/4 and 3/4 and mixes groups of three notes and syncopation to the rhythm and the melody. There is also a use of a musical term called hemiola, when groups of two beats are replaced by groups of three beats, creating a shift between duple and triple meter.  Syncopation adds a modern, jazzy, popular feel to this exciting concert band composition.Along with syncopation and popular influences are countermelodies to the main theme that are as important as the melody for balance and blend.  This adds a feeling of baroque or renaissance style to the texture. Yet the melodies, chords, and structure are recognizable and enjoyable to listen to and perform.  The middle 3/4 section is slightly slower featuring brass and saxophones and played legato. Then at the key change, it becomes more articulate and contrapuntal.  The a tempo at m. 88 returns to the original thematic material, differing slightly from the beginning, and the coda has some added technical and challenging woodwind passages. The cymbal/triangle part has a lot of directions on choking, hi-hat sound, etc., that will add nice color to the piece if performed as indicated.

SKU: CL.032-4823-00

This up-beat, swinging arrangement of O Little Town of Bethlehem checks all the boxes! The jazzy statement of the tune features hip unison lines with some punchy ensemble support. Modest solo changes (suggested solos are included) will encourage your budding improvisers. The change-of-pace middle section is established by the insistent tom-tom rhythm (sleighbells included!), while the band builds up the riffs to the restatement of the theme, and a powerful climax. Larry Neeck’s unique arrangement of this classic carol will get toes tapping, and hands clapping with holiday spirit!

SKU: M7.KMP-9177

ISBN 9789185791774. German. Anna Zetterlund.

Mit STARTKLAR 2 liegt nun eine inspirierende Fortsetzung von STARTKLAR 1, dem innovativen Anfängerkonzept für Bläserklassen, Gruppenunterricht und Orchester vor, die aber auch unabhängig vom ersten Band verwendet werden kann. STARTKLAR 2 beinhaltet harmonisch klingende drei- oder vierstimmige Arrangements, die sich für alle Ensemblegrößen eignen. Das Lerntempo bei STARTKLAR 2 lässt sich individuell gestalten. Die 42 Stücke bauen auf einem Tonvorrat von lediglich 10 Tönen auf und bieten durch die mehrstimmigen Arrangements trotzdem die Möglichkeit zur deutlichen Erweiterung des Tonumfangs. Alle Stücke sind auf der dazugehörigen CD von professionellen Musikern eingespielt - das macht STARTKLAR 2 einzigartig. STARTKLAR 2 bietet somit die besten Voraussetzungen für Musizieren mit Spaß und Erfolg!