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Brahms was known to be extremely careful when composing his music. When he decided to compose a symphony he wanted to be sure to exceed the standard that had been set by Beethoven. His first symphony,...

Brahms was known to be extremely careful when composing his music. When he decided to compose a symphony he wanted to be sure to exceed the standard that had been set by Beethoven. His first symphony,...

Perfect for your young band's first festival, Haydn's GYPSY RONDO, skillfully arranged by James Curnow, lets you explore the classic style. Playing classical music is a great way to encourage control...

Everyone loves the NUTCRACKER! The immense and unprecedented popularity of this ballet seems to be without limit. Now your Grade 1 band can experience the joy of playing the themes they know so well....

Energy for DAYS! As a frenetic encore piece or a joyous sparkler for any place on the program that needs real pep, FOLK DANCES is a great choice! The fascinating shifting harmonies of 20th century mus...

It has been said, and wisely so, that if you wish to find TRULY dramatic music, look to opera. This is an essentially complete transcription of Act IV of Umberto Giordano's tragic opera ANDREA CHENIER...

Paul Curnow's setting of Grieg's famous work, written specifically for young musicians, allows them to enjoy one of the most enduring pieces of orchestral literature! Dynamics, tempo control, the famo...

Everyone knows Berlioz' famous 'Symphony Fantastique, ' and now here's an opportunity for your band to explore another gem from this important composer. The sheer simplicity of this lovely music and p...

Here is an opportunity to expose your band to the delightful, graceful music of Edvard Grieg. This elegant arrangement of his famous piano tune offers a wide array of learning possibilities with regar...

Mozart belongs to everyone! The experience of actually playing Mozart's music makes him real and more than just a name we associate with old music. Stephen Bulla's arrangement of the first movement of...

Imaginez à quoi ressemblerait Casse-Noisette si Tchaïkovski avait accidentellement mélangé les parties instrumentales de cette œuvre sans jamais retrouver le bon ordre ? Cela vous semble improbab...

Developing an intimate understanding of the world's greatest musical accomplishments is an important part of a music education. Every musician should have the joy of playing the music of Mozart, and t...

1st Classic Suite for Band ('Première suite classique') est un voyage à travers l'histoire de la musique de la période Baroque au Romantisme, autrement dit d'Antonio Vivaldi à Edvard Grieg en passant...

Tchaikovsky's excursion into music for young people carries the indelible stamp of masterful composition. James Curnow has carefully maintained the intent of this work while making it accessible to th...

National and state standards for music education have re-emphasized the need for more high-quality transcription pieces for the concert band. Every musician should develop a familiarity with each of h...

18 Favorite Classics for young players, arranged by James Curnow. This edition is for Descant Recorder and includes a Play along CD of backing and demonstration tracks.

Edvard Grieg is probably the best known of all Norwegian composers. He was one of the most important figures during the nationalistic romantic period and his music always contained the essence of this...

Les 12 solos de concert de ce recueil ont été écrits dans une large palette de genres musicaux. Sur le compact disc, vous trouverez une version intégrale de chaque pièce ainsi qu'une version où ne sub...

18 Favorite Classics for young players, arranged by James Curnow. This edition is for Clarinet and includes a Play along CD of backing and demonstration tracks.

Carefully graded solos from very easy up to early intermediate levels with a professionally recorded demonstration/accompaniment CD. Features original compositions by many of today's finest composers...

Les 12 solos de concert de ce recueil ont été écrits dans une large palette de genres musicaux. Sur le compact disc, vous trouverez une version intégrale de chaque pièce ainsi qu'une version où ne sub...

The music of the great masters has long been the object of study by musicians throughout the world. Unfortunately these pieces are often too difficult for young players to perform. With this new book...

La série 1st Recital Series présente une littérature solo/récital de haute qualité, adaptée aux interprètes de niveau débutant à intermédiaire. Chaque livre est accompagné d'un fichier audio professio...

Eighteen favourite classics for young players. Now all musicians can play along to the classics with this fantastic book and CD. Includes works by Handel, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schumann, Brahms an...