Twelve etudes are presented in a specific order. The first is in unison in C Major, the second in seconds in C minor, the third in thirds in D Major, the fourth in fourths in D minor, and so on. Most
Nicolas Herrouet is the baritone of the saxophone quartet Quatour Ellipsos and has arranged a wealth of material for the group, covering classical to jazz to world music. His arrangement of the classic
As part of the season's theme at Bayer Kulhtar (outside of Cologne, Germany), Escaich was commissioned to write a piece on "Orpheus and the Harp," to be premiered by the harp master Isabelle
Seitz's Concerto No. 2 in C major, originally for violin, transcribed for viola solo and piano. Includes pull-out solo part and piano score.
One of five new compositions commissioned as part of Escaich's residency at the Festival Aspects des Musiques d'Aujourd'hui in Caen, France, and premiered by students at the conservatory. The violin and
One of a series of short works written for the regional school of music in Caen, France, Duo Impressionniste is a tightly-scripted duo exploring rhythms and dynamics in a one-minute exchange
For any class, group, or ensemble, Zavaro has crafted a four-part performance piece which uses only the human body as instrument. Slapping abdomen, thighs, and making whistle and kiss sounds, the
Originally for violin and piano, transcribed and edited for viola and piano. 4 pages.
For advanced solo harp, Lejet has written a showpiece of opposites - extremes in range, tempi, and dynamics. Fulgarances was used as a final exam piece for the Harp Study Certificate at the
Nicolas Proust is one of the foremost performers on saxophone, whether in jazz or concert venues. As an arranger, he has previously released the first three movements of The
The highly accomplished Fessard, a major proponent of contemporary music for the clarinet, here turns his attention to those who are in the beginning lessons on the instrument. His twenty easy studies are
Transcribed and edited by Jean-Phillipe Vasseur. For viola solo. Originally for violin. First printing. Includes performance notes on 17th century practice. Duration: ca. 9' 30". Score.
The four virtues (Quatre Vertus) are Prudence, Temperance, Courage, and Justice in these four approachable miniatures. Suitable for 2nd and 3rd year students. Duration ca: 7'.
Antonio Pasculli hailed as the "Paganini of the oboe," had a fondness for transcribing operatic works for oboe and piano. His transcriptions often required virtuosic skills with copious ease of scales,
Looking at the original manuscript, Prost notes that the Solo was written for Franck's son Georges, notated "a little piece for an entrance exam." with instrumentation unspecified. So Prost, himself a
Transcribed and edited by Anne Maireaux & Chloe Severe. For viola & bass continuo. Originally for violin and basso continuo. First printing. Score and part.
A flowing Sonatine from the prolific French composer Pascal Proust is not overly demanding of either performer. The melodic line is handled in the flute, with piano occupying primarily an
Elise Bertrand, born in 2000, is already a talent to watch. Taking up the piano at age 5 and the violin at age 8, she has shown early on the ability to musically multitask, mastering both instruments. She
A young 18-year old composer full of promise wrote her first piece, Triptyque,for solo clarinet in 1978. Dedicated to, commissioned by, and premiered by clarinetist Serge Daval,
Three different opera overtures from three different generations are based upon the original editions and are presented here for the enjoyment of a new generation of flutists. Includes the Mozart La
Beffa views the familiar Au clair de la lune through various filters, creating variations ranging from languid to swinging, mysterious to painful. These short variations may be performed separately
Ida Gotkovsky, whose Concerto and Variations Pathetiques for saxophone are now staples of the repertoire, has created a new set of variations for clarinet and piano. Advanced performers
Vers de larges horizons is a very contemporary sounding descriptive piece, yet simple and approachable enough for 2nd to 3rd year students. The clarinet melodic lin features octave leaps, the wide
Inspiration for this piece was the vision of major American cities under snow. In spite of significant amounts of snow covering the streets and difficult traffic and travel conditions, people seem to go