Format : Score and Parts
SKU: MB.30963
ISBN 9781513468204. 8.75x11.75 inches.
This exceptional collection of 41 truly beautiful airs and ballads from the British Isles offers both well-known tunes by the prolific blind Irish harpist, Turlough O??Carolan and rarely heard melodies by anonymous composers; all have stood the test of time. Arranged for soprano or tenor recorder, these include O??Carolan??s classically influenced ??Lord Inchiquin? and ??Eleanor Plunkett? as well as ??O Gentle Dove? and ??Cuckoo Dear??? both examples of the strong tradition of song in Wales. Among other tunes, the haunting modal melodies of ??The Dark Slender Boy? and ??Enchanted Valley? express the melancholic heart and soul of the British Isles.A few of these songs have taken on a life of their own in modern times. ??Bonny at Morn?, a popular traditional tune of northern England and Scotland, was arranged for soprano voice and harp by the 20th century British composer, Benjamin Britten. ??The Skye Boat Song? originally recounted Bonnie Prince Charles Edward Stuart??s journey to the Isle of Skye after his defeat at the historic Battle of Culloden. Later, the song evolved into a lilting lullaby and was more recently used as the theme song for the popular Outlander television series.Departing slightly from recorder notation practice, author Marcia Diehl has judiciously arranged these melodies complete with spare slur markings to aid the amateur player in authentically and musically rendering these tunes.
SKU: AP.48184S
UPC: 038081557298. English.
The British Grenadiers regally opens the through-played medley followed by the endearing I Know Where I'm Going. The Girl I Left Behind Me festively concludes the arrangement. A delightful diverse medley of folk songs from the British Isles perfect for concert or contest. (3:00).
SKU: AP.48184
UPC: 038081557281. English.
SKU: HL.49003188
ISBN 9780946535224. UPC: 841886002289. 8.25x11.75x0.486 inches. English.
Aural Matters provides useful resource material for aural training at Advanced level in a single volume with two accompanying compact discs. the first part is packed with examples of dictation and discrimination exercises, carefully graded in difficulty. The recordings on disc allow these practice-materials to be used by the student at home, as well as by teachers in the classroom. The text provides a systematic approach to aural training * melody and two-part dictation, harmonic recognition, identifying errors in performance * with frequent hints and tips that will enable the student to develop increasing skill and confidence in the tests. Part Two provides an recorded anthology of the compositional techniques with wich students are expected to be familiar at Advanced level. A huge variety of extracts has been specially selected from British folk-songs, world music, jazz, pop and the main periods of art music from the late Renaissance to modern times. A detailed commentary shows how to recognize periods, styles, structures, instruments and techniques in this music, with all of these features copiously illustrated in the examples on disc. The complete work provides an invaluable resource not only for the Advanced level aural syllabus, but also for any study of style and analysis in the wide variety of music that is encountered today. Prelude * Part I: Melody Dictation * Two-Part Dictation * Keys, Chords and Cadences * Intonation * Spot the Mistakes * Part II: Prelude to Part II: Aural and Stylistic Analysis * Folk Music of the British Isles * World Music * Jazz * Popular Music * Music of the Late Renaissance * Music of the Baroque Era * Classical Music * Romantic Music * Music in the 20th Century * Answers to the Tests * Index.
SKU: HL.49030375
ISBN 9781847610454. English.
Aural Matters provides useful resource material for aural training at Advanced level in a single volume with two accompanying compact discs. the first part is packed with examples of dictation and discrimination exercises, carefully graded in difficulty. The recordings on disc allow these practice-materials to be used by the student at home, as well as by teachers in the classroom. The text provides a systematic approach to aural training - melody and two-part dictation, harmonic recognition, identifying errors in performance - with frequent hints and tips that will enable the student to develop increasing skill and confidence in the tests. Part Two provides an recorded anthology of the compositional techniques with wich students are expected to be familiar at Advanced level. A huge variety of extracts has been specially selected from British folk-songs, world music, jazz, pop and the main periods of art music from the late Renaissance to modern times. A detailed commentary shows how to recognize periods, styles, structures, instruments and techniques in this music, with all of these features copiously illustrated in the examples on disc. The complete work provides an invaluable resource not only for the Advanced level aural syllabus, but also for any study of style and analysis in the wide variety of music that is encountered today.
SKU: HL.14030881
ISBN 9781900428255. English.
William Percy French was one of Ireland's favourite sons and his influence on traditional Irish Music can still be felt today. His lyrics are still humorous, ironic and perceptive, but never mocking or scornful, and these exemplify his love of his motherland. Representing some of the finest examples of this genre, this volume contains forty-seven of his most famous and enjoyed songs all lovingly arranged by James Nealy, with melody-line, complete lyrics and chords. Includes notes on the inspiration and background of each of the songs and a commentary on the life and talents of French himself. This is a wonderful reference book as well as a compilation of his magnificent works for enjoyment. Songs include Eileen Oge, The Emigrants Letter and 'Who said the Hook Never Hurted the Worms?'.
SKU: HL.49017674
ISBN 9790001150217. UPC: 841886009929. 7.5x10.75x0.012 inches. English.
Two of the best-known and most popular folk songs from the British Isles, arranged by the English choral expert Malcolm Goldring, the director of the 'Open Singing' event at the festival 'Europa Cantat Mainz 2006'. The English song 'Early One Morning' and the secret national anthem of Wales 'All Through The Night' are available in equally sentimental arrangements for mixed choir.
SKU: HL.14021851
ISBN 9780946005543. 5.75x8.25x0.242 inches. English.
Continuing on from the first volume, More Songs And Ballads Of Ireland is another fabulous volume of traditional music from the Emerald Isle! It encompasses every style and type of Irish song to form a well rounded and versatile selection to enliven any sing-song, hooley or traditional session. This second collection of forty songs contains the complete words, music and guitar chords for each piece. Featured songs include: A Bunch of Thyme, The Wild Rover, Raglan Road and the ever popular Sally Gardens.
SKU: HL.14030869
ISBN 9780853427766. English.
Contains 32 songs which typify the style of traditional Irish music from Belfast. Arranged into suitable sections which each deal with a particular genre or occasion, from Children's verse to Hornpipes and Soldier's Songs, the pieces are evocative of this rich and vibrant culture.
SKU: HL.14022332
ISBN 9780946005550.
A wonderful collection of some of Ireland's finest music. Consisting of twenty songs plus thirty-seven dance tunes and airs, this is a veritable treasure trove of Old Irish Songs. The melody line is suitable for, and can be played on, most melody instruments but will be of most benefit to Traditional Irish Musicians who will revel in the wealth of traditional folk music. Track listing includes The Spanish Lady, In Dublin's fair City, Sally Gardens and Wellington's Advance.
SKU: BT.9780713658323
ISBN 9780713658323. English.
A musical merry-go-round of 51 of the best-known and best-loved traditional songs from around the British Isles, including Cockles and mussels, the Skye boat song, Danny Boy, Charlie is my darling, Loch Lomond and manymore ...
The book includes Piano and Guitar accompaniments and playalong percussion ideas, as well as historical notes and useful background information to enrich the learning experience.
SKU: HL.49014206
ISBN 9790220105159. UPC: 840126958775. 8.25x5.75x0.055 inches.