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This transcription for Concert Band of the complete Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2 is from the Dover 2001 Edition of the original Rachmaninoff score published in 1901 by Hawkes &amp; Son. The solo part is identical to that (and hence most other) published scores, so soloists may use any edition (including the single-piano version included here). This transcription received its premiere by the Lesbian &amp; Gay Big Apple Corps Band, Brian P. Worsdale, Artistic Director, with pianist James Adler and has since been performed throughout the world.

Piano Concerto No. 2

Concert Band Score & Parts

This transcription for Concert Band of the first movement only of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 is from the Dover 2001 Edition of the original Rachmaninoff score published in 1901 by Hawkes &amp; Son. The solo part is identical to that (and hence most other) published scores, so soloists may use any edition (including the single-piano version included here). This transcription received its premiere by the Lesbian &amp; Gay Big Apple Corps Band, Brian P. Worsdale, Artistic Director, with pianist James Adler and has since been performed throughout the world.

Piano Concerto No. 2 (Movement I)

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Based on “The Church’s One Foundation” (Aurelia, Samuel Sebastian Wesley, 1864), this anthem for mixed choir (SATB), handbells, and piano was commissioned by the Western Hills United Methodist Church, Ft. Worth, TX on their 50th anniversary.

Disciples for the Lord

SATB Octavo

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This tone poem for oboe, cello, and piano is inspired by the writings, poetry, and spirit of Michael Adler, the composer’s late brother. It received its world premiere at Saint Peter’s College in November, 2003.

Psalm for Michael

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This three-movement work for piano was commissioned by and is dedicated to The Curtis Institute of Music for their Centenary Commissioning Initiative 100×100. It’s three movements reflect the composers time at Curtis: “222” is 222 W. Rittenhouse Square; listen for the three loud Gs (the second note of the scale). “Parkway House” is the composer’s second home in Philadelphia. “1726” is 1726 Locust Street, the address of Curtis itself; the music features C-B-D-A: notes 1, 7, 2, and 6 of the scale.

A Curtis Reflection

Piano Solo

Memento mori: An AIDS Requiem for soprano, mezzo-soprano, baritone, men’s chorus, and orchestra was commissioned by the Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus. The texts include traditional Latin, Hebrew, and English texts, personal prose and poetry by and about people with AIDS, as well as the poetry of Quentin Crisp. The nine movements of this Requiem suggest a parallel format to the Requiem Mass.  Pie Jesu is the seventh movement of Memento mori.

Pie Jesu

TTBB Octavo

Memento mori: An AIDS Requiem for soprano, mezzo-soprano, baritone, men’s chorus, and orchestra was commissioned by the Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus. The texts include traditional Latin, Hebrew, and English texts, personal prose and poetry by and about people with AIDS, as well as the poetry of Quentin Crisp. Pie Jesu is the seventh movement of Memento mori and is originally scored for Mezzo-Soprano, TTBB Chorus, and Orchestra. This solo version for medium-high voice and organ was arranged by James Adler with an organ part prepared by Dr. Joseph W. Hill, Jr.

Medium High Solo

Memento mori: An AIDS Requiem for soprano, mezzo-soprano, baritone, men’s chorus, and orchestra was commissioned by the Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus. The texts include traditional Latin, Hebrew, and English texts, personal prose and poetry by and about people with AIDS, as well as the poetry of Quentin Crisp. Pie Jesu is the seventh movement of Memento mori and is originally scored for Mezzo-Soprano, TTBB Chorus, and Orchestra. This version was developed for the CD That Star in the Picture for Mezzo-Soprano and Chamber Orchestra.

Mezzo-Soprano Solo

This song is from Spirits, a rock revue with lyric by Mae Richard (1923-2009). Originally commissioned for the Philadelphia Shubert Theater in 1976, this piece was envisioned for Tommy Tune. Picture him, if you will – 6’6″ tall – sitting on an over-sized high-chair or stool?

Growing

This 6 minute work begins with a short Elegy for solo oboe followed by a lilting Impromptu for oboe and piano. The showy oboe part contains altissimo and multiphonic techniques. Commissioned by and dedicated to Ian Shafer, the piece received its World Premiere at Weill Recital Hall in New York City in 2013.

Elegy and Impromptu

Oboe Solo with Piano

Dreams (from Spirits) was composed in 1976 with a beautiful lyric by Mae Richard. While the lyric hopes, dreams, yearns and chases — “So I reach up high / try to climb the sky…” can’t we all dream, a bit more?

Dreams

With poetry by Rosalie Calabrese (1938-2019). The loss of her son prompted Rosalie to write this poem. The bittersweet, elegant yearning of her lyric prompted setting the piano part in Minimalism genre.

Beyond Night

Baritone Solo

With lyrics by James Geriner from the concept musical Reflections. The original musical, as James Griener conceived it, was loosely based on Oscar Wilde’s The Birthday of the Infanta. James was a well-known mime artist; in this production, he was playing the role of the hunchbacked Dwarf – in mime. A servant sang this Beautiful Garden to offer hope to the Dwarf.

Beautiful Garden

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<p>Featuring poetry by Emily Dickenson, this work is dedicated to longtime music editor and critic for [Q]onStage, Bruce-Michael Gelbert. It’s a celebration of Bruce-Michael’s life, but also has a “Recordare” feel to its musical tone.</p>

Hope" is the thing with feathers"

This work is a charming introduction to ensemble playing for beginners of all ages.

A Petite Suite

Piano Accompaniment Duet

This is the conductor study score only of ths transcription for Concert Band of the complete Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2, from is from the Dover 2001 Edition of the original Rachmaninoff score published in 1901 by Hawkes &amp; Son.  This transcription received its premiere by the Lesbian &amp; Gay Big Apple Corps Band, Brian P. Worsdale, Artistic Director, with pianist James Adler and has since been performed throughout the world.

Piano Concerto No. 2 (Study Score)

This transcription for Concert Band of Movement II of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 is from the Dover 2001 Edition of the original Rachmaninoff score published in 1901 by Hawkes &amp; Son. The solo part is identical to that (and hence most other) published scores, so soloists may use any edition (including the single-piano version included here). This transcription received its premiere by the Lesbian &amp; Gay Big Apple Corps Band, Brian P. Worsdale, Artistic Director, with pianist James Adler and has since been performed throughout the world.

Piano Concerto No. 2 (Movement II)

A modern take on the traditional baroque dance suite for chamber orchestra, Suite Moderne for Strings received its world premiere on February 1, 1987, by the Concerto Soloists Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, conducted by the composer. It has been recorded by the President's Own Marine Corps Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Major Jason K. Fetting on the CD Introspections from Albany Records. 

This is a study score only. Parts are available on rental from AdlerOaks Music.

Suite Moderne for Strings (Study Score)

Chamber Orchestra Score & Parts

Suite Moderne for Flute Choir

Noël Ancien was written by James Adler as a Christmas gift to his future husband, Scott Oaks. It is a short set of delightful variations designed to showcase the flute. James Adler and Scott Oaks premiered the work in 2012, and James Adler has recorded it on the Albany Records album Reflections with flutist Cain-Oscar Bergeron.

Six Little Variations on Noel Ancien

Flute Solo with Piano

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