Music Through Time is an exciting series of instrumental repertoire books designed to provide young musicians with enjoyable interesting and stimulating material in the early stages of their playing career. The contents of each volume are arranged chronologically and each piece is accompanied by short notes which place the music in its wider historical context so that the student can more easily relate the style of the music to its period. Book 1 covers grades 1-2. The solo clarinet part is also included as a separate insert.
SKU: FH.VA3
ISBN 978-1-55440-565-7.
This groundbreaking series for viola offers a sound and progressive collection of Repertoire, Recordings, Etudes, Technique, and Orchestral Excerpts for the aspiring virtuoso. Representing all major style periods and a variety of genres, Viola Series, 2013 Edition offers all the music and tools needed to support a comprehensive course of study from the beginner to advanced levels. A rich and varied selection of music in each of these nine progressive volumes of repertoire appeals to violists of all ages. From the Preparatory Level through Level 8, students will be exposed to quality selections originally written for viola, fun arrangements of traditional fiddle and folk tunes, as well as contemporary pieces by notable composers such as Violet Archer, Carey Cheney, and Fritz Kriesler.Concertinos, Airs Varies, and Divertimentos:Divertimento in D Major - Haydn, Franz Joseph arr. Gregor Piatigorsky- Third MovementAir varie (Air with Variations), op 23, no. 3 - Rieding, OskarConcertino NO. 5 in D Major -Breval, Jean-Baptiste arr. Pierre Ruyssen- First MovementSonatas:Sonata in D Minor, op. 5, no. 8 - Corelli, Arcangelo arr. Jason Noble- First Movement: Prelude- Second Movement: AllemandaSonata in A Major, TWV 41:E1 - Telemann, Georg Philipp arr. Kathleen Wood- First Movement- Fourth MovementConcert Repertoire:Three Miniatures (complete) - Miller, MichaelWaltz, op. 12, no. 2 - Grieg, EdvardToy Soldiers' March - Kreisler, FritzAbracadabra - Duke, DavidMusette and Air de ballet - Gluck, Christoph Willibald arr. Kathleen WoodBoston Fancy - American folk dance arr. Harold BirstonAve Verum Corpus, K 618 - Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus arr. Jason GrayConte serieux (Solemn Story), op. 62, no. 6 - Mendelssohn, LudwigAlla Greco - Baxter, Timothy.
SKU: FH.WS0
ISBN 978-1-55440-549-7.
Unparalleled in scope, this groundbreaking series for E_Alto and B_Tenor offers a single collection of Repertoire and supporting materials written or arranged specifically for saxophone. With Repertoire spanning from the Baroque to contemporary eras, Recordings, Etudes, Technique, and Orchestral Excerpts, this comprehensive series serves as a balanced and organized pedagogical resource from the beginner to advanced levels of study. Nine progressive volumes of Repertoire expose students to original works and arrangements of diverse styles from W.A. Mozart to Violet Archer, with selected works by notable jazz artist Paul Desmon (Take Five), and living composer Phil Woods. Each level provides opportunities to explore Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and contemporary works, with original, unaccompanied selections from Levels 5 through 8 that use extended techniques such as multiphonics, key clicks, and bisbigliando. Earlier works pre-dating the origin of the saxophone have been carefully arranged with consideration of the unique quality of the instrument. Exposure to these works help to develop musicianship and an understanding of tonality, creating well-rounded and versatile performers. Selections written for both E_Alto and B_Tenor include piano accompaniments that function with both instruments.Eb Saxophone:Rhythmic Repertoire:The Birch Tree - Traditional Russian, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyThe Carman's Whistle - William Byrd, arr. Christine DonkinAlto Affirmation - Eugene RousseauMenuet (Rondeau) - Francois Philidor, arr. Kathleen WoodWhat Is a Day? - Philip Rosseter, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyPolly Wolly Doodle - Traditional American, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyThe Cuckoo - TraditionalDance Time - Paul HarrisLyrical Repertoire:Evening Song - Edwin Franko GoldmanSyrian Love Song (Al Ya Zane) - Traditional Syrian, arr. Judith Pearce and Christopher GunningHuron Carol - 16th-century French, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyAt the Clear Fountain (a la claire fontaine) - Traditional French Canadian, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyTrembling Aspen - Christiaan VenterThe Moon over the Ruined Castle (Kojo no Tsuki) - Rentaro Taki, arr. Mark MrozinskiLullaby (Wiegenlied), op. 49, no. 4 - Johannes Brahms, arr. Forrest KinneyBeautiful Brown Eyes - Alton Delmore and Arthur Smith, arr. Andrew BalentBb Saxophone:Rhythmic Repertoire:The Birch Tree - Traditional Russian, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyThe Carman's Whistle - William Byrd, arr. Christine DonkinMenuet (Rondeau) - Francois Philidor, arr. Kathleen WoodAllemande - Franz Joseph Haydn, arr. Jason NobleLyrical Repertoire:Syrian Love Song (Al Ya Zane) - Traditional Syrian, arr. Judith Pearce and Christopher GunningHuron Carol - 16th-century French, arr. Akiko and Forrest KinneyBeautiful Brown Eyes - Alton Delmore and Arthur Smith, arr. Andrew BalentAmazing Grace - Traditional American, arr. Forrest KinneyThe Moon over the Ruined Castle (Kojo no Tsuki) - Rentaro Taki, arr. Mark MrozinskiCalm Breezes - Richard JohnstonTo a Wild Rose - Edward MacDowell, arr. Jason Gray.
SKU: MB.30091
ISBN 9781513466378. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
Appalachian fiddle music, based on the musical traditions of the people who settled in the mountainous regions of the southeastern United States, is widely-known and played throughout North America and parts of Europe because of its complex rhythms, its catchy melodies, and its often-ancient-sounding stylistic qualities. The authors explore the lives and music of 43 of the classic Appalachian fiddlers who were active during the first half of the 20th century. Some of them were recorded commercially in the 1920s, such as Gid Tanner, Fiddlin? John Carson, and Charlie Bowman. Some were recorded by folklorists from the Library of Congress, such as William Stepp, Emmett Lundy, and Marion Reece. Others were recorded informally by family members and visitors, such as John Salyer, Emma Lee Dickerson, and Manco Sneed. All of them played throughout most of their lives and influenced the growth and stylistic elements of fiddle music in their regions. Each fiddler has been given a chapter with a biography, several tune transcriptions, and tune histories. To show the richness of the music, the authors make a special effort to show the musical elements in detail, but also acknowledge that nothing can take the place of listening. Many of the classic recordings used in this book can be found on the web, allowing you to hear and read the music together.
