101 Classical Themes for Tenor Sax

101 Classical Themes for Tenor Sax
Author: Hal Leonard Corp.
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 318
Release: 2016-01-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 170514523X

(Instrumental Folio). This huge collection offers instrumentalists the chance to play 101 classical themes, including: Ave Maria (J.S. Bach/C. Gounod) * Ave Maria (Schubert) * Bist du bei mir (You Are with Me) (Stozel) * Canon in D (Pachelbel) * Clair de Lune (Debussy) * Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy (Tchaikovsky) * 1812 Overture (Tchaikovsky) * Eine Kleine Nachtmusik ("Serenade") (Mozart) * The Flight of the Bumble Bee (Rimsky-Korsakov) * Funeral March of a Marionette (Gounod) * Fur Elise (Beethoven) * Gymnopedie No. 1 (Satie) * Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (J.S. Bach) * Lullaby (Brahms) * Minuet in G (Bach) * Ode to Joy (Beethoven) * Piano Sonata in C Major (Mozart) * Pie Jesu (Faure) * Rondeau (Mouret) * Theme from Swan Lake (Tchaikovsky) * Wedding March (Mendelssohn) * William Tell Overture (Rossini) * and many more.

YEAR OF WONDER: Classical Music for Every Day

YEAR OF WONDER: Classical Music for Every Day
Author: Clemency Burton-Hill
Publisher: Headline Home
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2017-10-05
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1472251830

As featured in the Telegraph and on Radio 4's Today programme. 'A magnificent treasury . . . a fascinating tour de force.' Observer 'Year of Wonder is an absolute treat - the most enlightening way to be guided through the year.' Eddie Redmayne Classical music for everyone - an inspirational piece of music for every day of the year, celebrating composers from the medieval era to the present day, written by award-winning violinist and BBC Radio 3 presenter Clemency Burton-Hill. Have you ever heard a piece of music so beautiful it stops you in your tracks? Or wanted to discover more about classical music but had no idea where to begin? Year of Wonder is a unique celebration of classical music by an author who wants to share its diverse wonders with others and to encourage a love for this genre in all readers, whether complete novices or lifetime enthusiasts. Clemency chooses one piece of music for each day of the year, with a short explanation about the composer to put it into context, and brings the music alive in a modern and playful way, while also extolling the positive mindfulness element of giving yourself some time every day to listen to something uplifting or beautiful. Thoughtfully curated and expertly researched, this is a book of classical music to keep you company: whoever you are, wherever you're from. 'The only requirements for enjoying classical music are open ears and an open mind.' Clemency Burton-Hill Playlists are available on most streaming music platforms including Apple Music.

Woodwind Quartet sheet music: Original Rags (parts)

Woodwind Quartet sheet music: Original Rags (parts)
Author: Scott Joplin
Publisher: Glissato Edizioni Musicali
Total Pages: 21
Release: 2024-03-16
Genre: Music
ISBN:

Explore the roots of ragtime with Francesco Leone's intermediate-level arrangement for Woodwind Quartet of 'Original Rags' by the legendary Scott Joplin. This collection provides a set of parts for five instruments: Flute, Oboe, B♭ Clarinet, and Bassoon, with a special inclusion of a B♭ Bass Clarinet part as an alternative to the Bassoon, offering ensemble flexibility and a fuller sound spectrum (please note: the comprehensive score is sold separately). Marking a significant moment in music history, 'Original Rags' was the very first of Scott Joplin’s compositions to be published, in early 1899, serving as a precursor to the iconic 'Maple Leaf Rag.' As Joplin's inaugural printed piece, it represents a foundational pillar of the ragtime genre, showcasing the rhythmic complexity and melodic inventiveness that would come to define his career. Accompanying this arrangement, you'll find informative pages available in a wide array of languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese. This ensures that musicians and ragtime aficionados from around the globe can delve into the fascinating backstory and intricate details of 'Original Rags,' enriching their understanding and appreciation of this groundbreaking piece. Through Leone's arrangement, performers are invited to retrace the steps of ragtime's evolution, bringing a piece of musical history to life with each note.

Woodwind Quartet sheet music: Original Rags (score)

Woodwind Quartet sheet music: Original Rags (score)
Author: Scott Joplin
Publisher: Glissato Edizioni Musicali
Total Pages: 26
Release: 2024-03-16
Genre: Music
ISBN:

Delve into the rich tapestry of ragtime with Francesco Leone's intermediate arrangement for Woodwind Quartet of 'Original Rags' by Scott Joplin, a seminal piece in the ragtime genre. This arrangement is meticulously scored for Flute, Oboe, B♭ Clarinet, and Bassoon, capturing the intricate rhythms and melodies that characterize Joplin's pioneering work (note: individual parts are available for separate purchase). 'Original Rags,' copyrighted on March 15, 1899, holds the distinction of being Scott Joplin's first published rag, setting the stage for his later masterpiece, 'Maple Leaf Rag.' This piece is not just a medley but a historical milestone that paved the way for ragtime's popularity in the early 20th century. To enrich your exploration of this classic, informative pages accompanying the arrangement are provided in multiple languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese. This multilingual feature ensures that musicians and enthusiasts worldwide can fully engage with the context, significance, and performance nuances of 'Original Rags,' making it an educational journey through one of the most influential periods in American music history.

Guide to Chamber Music

Guide to Chamber Music
Author: Melvin Berger
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 502
Release: 2013-06-17
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0486316726

Authoritative guide presents 231 of the most frequently performed pieces by 55 composers. A must for music lovers and musicians alike. "No lover of chamber music should be without this Guide." — John Barkham Reviews.

Dictionary of American Classical Composers

Dictionary of American Classical Composers
Author: Neil Butterworth
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 561
Release: 2013-10-02
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1136790241

The Dictionary of American Classical Composers covers over 650 composers active from the 18th century to today. Covering all classical styles, it offers the most comprehensive overview of key composers in the United States available. Entries include basic biographical information and critical analysis of each composer's key works and ideas. Entries also include worklists and bibliographic information. Whenever possible, the entries will have been checked by the composers themselves to assure greatest possible accuracy. This new edition, completely updated and expanded from the 1984 edition, also includes over 200 historic photographs.

Classical Fake Book (Songbook)

Classical Fake Book (Songbook)
Author: Hal Leonard Corp.
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 1003
Release: 1992-02-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1458492044

(Fake Book). A comprehensive reference for all classical music lovers, the second edition of this fake book features 250 pieces added since the last edition. Imagine having one handy volume that includes everything from Renaissance music to Vivaldi to Mozart to Mendelssohn to Debussy to Stravinsky, and you have it here! We have included as much of the world's most familiar classical music as possible, assembling more than 850 beloved compositions from ballets, chamber music, choral music, concertos, operas, piano music, waltzes and more. Featuring indexes by composer, title and genre, as well as a timeline of major classical composers, this encyclopedic fake book is great to use for playing and performing, but it's also a terrific resource for concert-goers, music students and music lovers. The chords of the harmony are indicated, and lyrics, in the original language, are included where appropriate.

Marsalis On Music

Marsalis On Music
Author: Wynton Marsalis
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 188
Release: 1995-09-05
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780393038811

A manual that uses examples from jazz greats to teach the fundamentals of jazz & the elements of improvisation. Includes a CD.

The Clarinet in the Classical Period

The Clarinet in the Classical Period
Author: Albert R. Rice
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 344
Release: 2008-01-15
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0199887780

A comprehensive study of the clarinet in use through the classical period, 1760 to 1830, a period of intensive musical experimentation. The book provides a detailed review and analysis of construction, design, materials, and makers of clarinets. Rice also explores how clarinet construction and performance practice developed in tandem with the musical styles of the period.