ABRSM Piano Specimen Sight Reading Tests: From 2009 (Grade 3)

This volume contains valuable practice material for candidates preparing for the ABRSM Grade 3 Piano exam from 2009. Includes specimen tests for new sight reading requirements from 2009.

IAbrsm Alternative Aural Tests Book II : For Candidates With Hearing Impairment

Music from Defiance : Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Violin or Alto Saxophone Solo with Band

Featuring the exquisite violin solos of Joshua Bell, this Oscar®-nominated score is one of James Newton Howard's most memorable. Filled with sensitivity and musical drama, this arrangement for band includes several options for the solo part.

This We Know

This We Know is thoughtful, earnest and subdued. The technical demands are not great, but musical and artistic sensitivity are paramount.

When Music Sounds

Composed for the 2016 Florida All-State Men's Choir, this expressive and lyrical original work gently flows forward, supported by rich piano textures. With careful attention to part-writing, range and tessitura, this very singable work is ideal for developing sensitivity in your men's chorus and festival concerts.

Stars

Stars by Oliver Tarney for SATB (with divisions) unaccompanied.In this ethereal, atmospheric setting of Canadian poet Marjorie Pickthall's 'Stars', Oliver Tarney displays great sensitivity to the poem's vivid imagery and employs an evocative harmonic language that perfectly captures the beauty and wonder that the poet describes.

So I Sent Them

John 17:17–18, from the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus, is the communion antiphon for Episcopal ordinations and a fitting text for other ordinations, installations, or commissioning. Composer Julian Revie has a flair for sensitivity to the text, and begins this prayer with hushed homophonic writing, gently supported by organ and French horn. The piece builds slowly but persistently, breaking into polyphonic, imitative writing, and reaches a dramatic fortissimo before tapering to the end.John 17:17–18, from the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus, is the communion antiphon for Episcopal ordinations and a fitting text for other ordinations, installations, or commissioning. Composer Julian Revie has a flair for sensitivity to the text, and begins this prayer with hushed homophonic writing, gently supported by organ and French horn. The piece builds slowly but persistently, breaking into polyphonic, imitative writing, and reaches a dramatic fortissimo before tapering to the end.

A Summer Night, and You, and Paradise

The composer has set Garrison Keillor's lovely words with sensitivity and care, evoking the warmth, longing and hopefulness of love. The setting allows for the choir to be driven by the natural rhythm and text stress of the poetry to shape each phrase. A beautiful love song not to be missed. Duration: ca. 5:00

Be Still

Scripture becomes song in this hushed anthem of depth and beauty. Musically, there is opportunity for many expressive moments that capture the serenity of the text. A few harmonic surprises add special tonal ambience by making use of sanctuary acoustics with sensitivity. Tasteful and restrained piano writing provides the perfect amount of texture for the character of this sacred tone poem. Score and Parts (fl, vn) available as a digital download. Scripture becomes song in this hushed anthem of depth and beauty. Musically, there is opportunity for many expressive moments that capture the serenity of the text. A few harmonic surprises add special tonal ambience by making use of sanctuary acoustics with sensitivity. Tasteful and restrained piano writing provides the perfect amount of texture for the character of this sacred tone poem. Score and Parts (fl, vn) available as a digital download.

I walked at midnight GeWV 44

This work is based on a well-known poem by Goethe describing the course of a human life in very beautiful language · and once again the composer pulls out all the stops. The composition is of moderate technical difficulty, yetwith great sensitivity in its sound.

Remember (A Winter Communion)

This exquisite communion contemplation calls us into a deeper recollection of Christ's redemptive birth and sacrificial work of grace. The melody is bittersweet as is the text, which compares elements of the Nativity with the Passion. The piano decorates each measure with sensitivity, weaving in and out of this tapestry of devotion. Profound! This exquisite communion contemplation calls us into a deeper recollection of Christ's redemptive birth and sacrificial work of grace. The melody is bittersweet as is the text, which compares elements of the Nativity with the Passion. The piano decorates each measure with sensitivity, weaving in and out of this tapestry of devotion. Profound!

The Road Not Taken

I took the one less travel'd by and that has made the dif'rence. This expressive tone painting based on the rich text of Robert Frost's poem musically portrays a deep sensitivity through simple melodic lines. Excellent intermix ofthe arts! Available: SAB. Performance Time: Approx. 3:30.

Just for fun : for female voices a cappella

Just For Fun arranged for female voices a cappella by Alberto Schiavo.

For Remembrance

for SSA and organ or piano Paul Drayton's setting of three stanzas from Laurence Binyon's poem 'For the Fallen' is poignant, dignified, and atmospheric. A serene and expressive refrain for unison voices (which the congregation may join in if desired) is interposed between evocatively turbulent passages for SSA choir.

In the Bleak Midwinter : Unison/2-Part Treble

This arrangement of the beloved 19th century Christmas carol reflects the beauty and sensitivity of its timeless text and simple, pastoral melody. The piece is easily sung by unison or two part choirs and also includes an optional C treble instrument that brings support and harmonic interest to the expressive vocal parts. Ideal for holiday concert settings or Christmas worship services. Available separately: Unison/opt. 2-Part Treble, CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:13This arrangement of the beloved 19th century Christmas carol reflects the beauty and sensitivity of its timeless text and simple, pastoral melody. The piece is easily sung by unison or two part choirs and also includes an optional C treble instrument that brings support and harmonic interest to the expressive vocal parts. Ideal for holiday concert settings or Christmas worship services. Available separately: Unison/opt. 2-Part Treble, CelebrationTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:13

PRICE TIME FOR HOPE A TIME FOR JOY SATB

PRICE TIME FOR HOPE A TIME FOR JOY SATB

MORGENSALME FOR BYFOLK

MORGENSALME FOR BYFOLK

A Hymn of Joyful Praise

Incorporating the classic hymn Rejoice, the Lord Is King, this Celtic-style song leaps from the page like a sacred dance of praise. Optional flute and percussion add a certain folk-like quality while maintaining a sensitivity for the sanctuary. The general nature of the text is useful at any time, but the new handbell and organ parts also make it a festive choice for Thanksgiving or Christ the King Sunday. Score and Parts (handbells, organ) available as a digital download.

Down For Double

From the acclaimed guitarist for the Count Basie Orchestra, Freddie Greene, here is his medium swing classic Down for Double in an excellent arrangement for young players. With the saxes taking the lead complemented by figures from the brass, and short solos for tenor and trumpet, this chart swings hard from beginning to end.

Martin Shaw: Hymn For The Queen for SATB Chorus

Hymn For The Queen is a composition by Martin Shaw for SATB Choir. Featuring words by Joan Cobbold, the work is dedicated to Ipswich Schoolchildren.

Dolye Mayne, Dolye

My Fate. Some hallmarks of an excellent choral arrangement are sensitivity to the text, singing lines for each of the vocal parts, and variation in texture. Zuckerman's arrangements are so good, they almost sing themselves. The vocal lines are lyrical, the texture varied, and few are more effective word-painters than Zuckerman. Zuckerman's three arrangements (Di Zun, Mayn Rue-Plats and Dolye, Mayne Dolye) are the perfect place to start your choir singing in Yiddish.

Textures for Multiple Pianos

Piano Technique. Nine characteristic pieces for 3 - 6 pianos, for use in any piano class. Pieces work well in monster recitals - also try them for sight-reading!

Essentials For Strings Cello

A complete and continuous resource for all students. Suitable for individual players, string orchestra or ensembles. Parts available for violin, viola, cello, bass and full score. SEE ALSO> ENS

Stuff 'n' Nonsense

This folksong medley was arranged by Norman Luboff for the Tapiola Choir. The common feature of the three songs is the whimsical lyrics, words and expressions that ultimately have only a nonsense meaning. Thus the name Stuff 'n' Nonsense. This is a highly traditional work, but very ingeniously scored. The challenge for the choir and its conductor is to express the different moods in the first and third songs and to make a contrast towards the sensitivity of the second song. Available: 4-Part Treble.

Sing for peace

Written for the Young People's Chorus of New York City for the 2004 Lincoln Center Tree Lighting Ceremony. Intertwining melodic lines incorporate multiple languages in the spirit of seeking peace worldwide.