2 Solo Pieces with Wind Ensemble Accompaniment-Published as part of the Home Concert Collection Rhapsody contains two exciting original works written in the classical style. Each work of this collection is enriched with a compact disc containing a complete version and a version with accompaniment to use as a play-along. The accompaniments have been recornded by a professional concert band so are of the highest quality. Each of the pieces in Rhapsody will make an ideal solo item at any concert.

20 Progressive pieces with Piano Accompaniment-Philip Sparke’s Skilful Solos is the second volume of a progressive series of solo books that takes the young wind player from beginner to accomplished musician. Following on from the first book in the series Starter Solos this collection generally contains longer pieces suitable for the developing young musician.Specifically tailored for each instrument Skilful Solos introduces the concept of phrasing by suggesting suitable breathing points and takes the player into new keys with extended instrumental ranges new notes being introduced in a gradual and logical manner. Skilful Solos comes with a play-along CD.The advantages of playing either with Piano or CD accompaniment are that the beginning player can now experience the important aspects of ensemble playing from their earliest lessons thus developing the essential skills of listening while they play and maintaining strict tempo which is not always achieved when playing alone.