Celebrated as much for his fantastic songs and Rock n'Roll Piano style as his flamboyant charisma, this set of transcriptions presents Elton at his very best! From the evergreen ballad Candle In The Wind to the dreaming glam of Rocket Man, these accurate note-for-note editions have been transcribed from the original recordings, bringing you closer to Elton's playing than ever before. Each song includes complete lyrics, melody line and chord voicings.

This powerful ballad by Coldplay and covered by the Glee cast is both heart-breaking and empowering. The simple four-chord piano accompaniment and uncomplicated lyrics build into an emotional outpouring of hope and longing.

From the hit movie Dreamgirls here is the show-stopping and moving ballad sung by Jennifer Hudson. Powerful and emotional music for the field.

From the group The Fray this keyboard based rock ballad creates an atmosphere that is both introspective and filled with longing and with great appeal for teens and young adults! Achieving Platinum status The Fray richlydeserves their accolades!

from Of Faith and Freedom-Uses: Patriotic Memorial Day Heritage Church Anniversary Concert UnityScripture: Psalm 133:1; I Corinthians 1:10Composed especially for the town of Rock Hall Maryland for their tri-centennial this anthem brings together the concepts of legacy and destiny and achieves a prayer of thanksgiving as well as a challenge for the future. A powerful ballad style and a memorable chorus provide the musical foundations while themodulatory bridge builds intensity to a bold exclamatory conclusion. For civic gatherings or church heritage events this is an essential choral resource.

Expert Level (correlates with Book 2 p. 15) This very appealing medley of Australian folk songs includes The Ballad of Ned Kelly Botany Bay and Bound for South Australia. A wonderful collection of unique tunes in a creative setting!

'Chestnuts roasting on an open fire'...Let your group shine with Paul Jennings' tasty setting of this lush holiday ballad. A proven winner.

The Whitney Houston song from 1987 is recast as a powerful ballad with a theatrical feel and jazz stylistic elements that give the song a contemporary flair. This selection will be especially strong as a closer in pop Broadway and spring programming for ensembles of all ages and voice types.

In total contrast to “Eleanor Rigby” this arrangement draws on the lyrical nature of these graceful and well-known melodies of “Blackbird” and “Yesterday”. Tom Wallace's genius is on display ashe interweaves both melodies in natural and effortless transition. The pace of this up-tempo ballad moves well and at 1:20 provides a nice change of pace without lingering too long.

Clarissimo, latin? clarinet ballad? est un recueil de compositions originales présentant un large panel de rythmes issus des musiques traditionnelles et populaires Latino-américaines et Caribéennes. Qu?elles soient de l?altiplano (Huayno du Pérou, Takirari de Bolivie) des côtes pacifique ou atlantique (Cumbia de Colombie, Milonga d?Argentine) ou bien des îles Caraïbes (Boléro de Cuba, Reggae de Jamaïque), ces musiques aux rythmes chaloupés et aux mélodies colorées présentent de nombreux intérêts pédagogiques. Tout d?abord, cette musique de tradition orale invite les musiciens (professeur et élève) à se l?approprier par la mémorisation à travers l?écoute du CD (écoute active, chant de la mélodie?) La mise en place pourra ensuite être travaillée en jouant, avec ou sans partition, sur la bande playback. Il existe quelques différences d?articulations entre l?interprétation du cd et la partition. Ceci est du au caractère propre de cette musique. Dans ce troisième volume, nous allons rencontrer des mélodies plus complexes s?appuyant sur les rythmes typiques latino-américains (syncopes, mesures aux appuis décalés, mesures irrégulières). Pour les interpréter correctement, l?élève devra avoir une pulsation intérieure solide et stable et pour se faire il pourra par exemple se préparer rythmiquement de la manière suivante : pulsation distribuée alternativement dans les 2 pieds tout en frappant les rythmes indiqués dans les mains. Les articulations proposées sont données à titre indicatif. On pourra faire évoluer l?exercice en jouant des séquences du thème à la clarinette tout en gardant la pulsation aux pieds (d?abord lentement puis à la vitesse). À ce propos le playback donne un indicateur rythmique extrêmement précis sur la spécificité de chacun des morceaux. Bon voyage !

From Hal Leonard's acclaimed Essential Elements series for Jazz Ensemble here is an economical collection of 15 complete arrangements in a variety of styles. As a bonus feature each arrangement includes exercises for melody rhythm and improvisation. A valuable teaching tool in addition to filling your programming needs!Includes: All of Me Ballad for a Blue Horn Basin Street Blues Blues for a New Day Bubbert Goes Retro Bubbert'sGroove Ja-Da Mister Cool On Broadway Perfidia Satin Doll So What Song for San Miguel Sunday Afternoon and Take the “A” Train.

Variations Nocturne & Finale On An English Sea-Song for Piano and Orchestra Op.60. Orchestral part arranged for a second Piano by David Lyon. After a brief introduction to the Orchestra the melody of an eighteenth century whalermen's ballad with verse and refrain 'Blow Ye Winds' is given out the verse by the Piano the refrain divided between Orchestra and Piano. Then follow thirteen variations the last three being pianistic etudes accompanied Orchestrally. The nocturne evokes the nostalgia of a long voyage and the finale the excitement dangers and glory of a triumphant chase. In these movements as well as in the variations the entiremusical material is derived from the basic theme. The work is designed as a virtuoso concert-piece for the pianist with supporting Orchestral flashes of colour and points of contrast.

Nesta Rua is a popular courting ballad arranged and performed by many Brazilian artists and musicians. The shape of the plaintive melody reflects the sweet agony of a first love and the fresh bossa nova sounds will capture your heart!

Colour and versatility is the key to this composition in three movements by Carl Wittrock. The Tournament is the most versatile piece of music you could wish for. Movement 1 (March) is an excellent lively concert opener. The 2nd movement (Ballad) is a calm interlude which provides much freedom for expression. Movement 3 (Dance) sweeps the piece along to the inevitable Grande Finale: a rousing melody with prominent rhythmic support.

New York magazine calls this award-winning drama about doomed 1920s cave explorer Floyd Collins “The daring and original musical of our day...a powerhouse!” The vocal score by Adam Guettel and Tina Landaufeatures 30 songs from the production including: An' She'd Have Blue Eyes • The Ballad of Floyd Collins • The Call • The Carnival • Daybreak • The Dream • Git Comfortable • How Glory Goes •Is That Remarkable? • Lucky • Time to Go • Trapped • and more.