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Best day of my life is the matching artist approved songbook to Tom Odell's fifth studio album, released 28th October 2022. The album is intentionally minimalistic, with just Tom's voice and piano. He says: "One year ago, almost exactly to the day, I set myself the challenge to write and record an entire album using only my voice and my piano with absolutely nothing else. I found myself digging deeper than I ever have before both with my words and piano playing. I am so proud of the way this record has turned out and I really cannot wait for you all to hear it." Featuring an introduction from Tom himself, these songs are transcribed for piano and voice, with guitar chords and match the original recordings.
for mixed-voice choir
for solo soprano, SATB, and piano This folk-carol is known throughout the Spanish-speaking world for its melody and dance-like spirit. John Rutter's arrangement captures this perfectly, pairing soloist and chorus, with exuberance and fun. Featured on the Collegium CD, 'A Christmas Festival', conducted by John Rutter. Orchestral material is available on hire.
for SS and organ This is an energetic setting of a traditional text, with a memorable tune, attractive sequences, and exciting climax, all in a lilting swing. A version for SATB is also available.
17 songs from Swift's 2020 surprise release of piano and guitar tunes which she wrote and recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic. Song list:
This important contemporary Requiem demonstrates Gabriel Jackson's gift for writing mesmerising choral music on a large scale. Combining sections of the traditional Requiem text with poems from other cultures and traditions, Jackson here has created a work which embraces a wide-ranging perspective on human mortality. Each movement is given a different character and musical style, and the result is a unique, sublime work which cannot fail to impress. Vocal scores are available on sale and on hire/rental.
One of Chilcott's earliest choral compositions, The Modern Man I Sing is a setting of three poems by Walt Whitman. Initially written for the Gustavus Choir, the leading Lutheran choir in Minnesota, it was toured around the US in 1991 by the Gustavus Choir, conducted by Karle Ericksonit. It has also recently been recorded by the BBC Singers, released on CD by Signum Classics (SIGCD100). The vocal score is presented handwritten by the composer.
Commissioned by the King's Singers in celebration of their 40th birthday, this work has unusual forces and a comparatively complex nature. Using two texts by Henry Vaughan and John Gillespie Magee, the work charts a journey from a free tempo reflective beginning to a rousing ending, celebratory in tone. The work was first performed by the King's Singers & King's College Choir at King's College Chapel, Cambridge, 1 May 2008.
for SATB and piano or orchestra This uplifting Christmas carol demonstrates Rutter's gift for writing engaging and memorable tunes. The melody weaves between different voices and scorings, while the piano part complements the vocal lines with rich, luscious harmonies. An accessible and enjoyable option for mixed choirs. Orchestral material is available on hire.
Mary Cohen's Scaley Monsters is a comprehensive guide to scale practice, aimed at young violinists of Grades 1-2 standard. Each scale/arpeggio is accompanied by Dinosaur Footprint Map, indicating finger patterns, with lots of handy tips including standard rhythmic variants. Each scale also has a special solo piece in the same key, using the scale and arpeggio patterns, so that young players can understand the importance of scale practice, and how it relates to successful performance. Delightfully illustrated with dinosaur cartoons, Scaley Monsters is guaranteed to liven up practice routines.
Pianoworks Collection 2 is a fabulous anthology compiled especially for the older beginner pianist. The collection is packed full of favourite pieces from a variety of genres, including 'Jupiter' from Holst's The Planets, jazz standard Take Five, and a beautiful new arrangement of 'Scarborough Fair'. The pieces are ideal both for concert performance and to reinforce the techniques introduced in Pianoworks Book 2.
for SATB choir, solo trumpet, and organ Commissioned by the Worshipful Company of Barbers in celebration of their 700th anniversary and first performed at the United Guilds Service in St Paul's Cathedral in March 2008, this is an impressive and stately setting of verses from Psalm 90, culminating in a jubilant, maestoso final section. The work would suit any festive service or concert. The trumpet part is available separately.
This collection of 16 tunes, complete with CD and guidance on style and interpretation, gives you all the tools you need to begin exploring klezmer music - the repertoire of Jewish folk musicians originating in eastern Europe. Each tune is presented with helpful notes on tonality, phrasing and bowing, and ornamentation, which will immerse you in the style and help you to develop skills that can be applied throughout the book. The CD includes newly recorded (and selected historical) performances of each tune, together with a complete set of backings. Alternatively, accompanying instruments can play along using the chords above the melody line, or use the sekund and bass parts provided in two pull-out booklets. Whether you have some knowledge of the repertoire's distinctive sound and feel or none at all, Klezmer Fiddle is the perfect way to build up a body of fantastic tunes for any occasion.
for SATB and piano This engaging choral work sets five of Aesop's famous fables . Chilcott's masterful musical setting brings each story to life, from the groaning mountain to the dozing tortoise at the end of the race, resulting in a characterful portrayal of these moral tales that is sure to appeal to audiences of all ages. This is a wonderful addition to the choral repertory and an ideal concert work for all mixed-voice choirs.
for TTBarBB and percussion
The solos in Romantic Sketches, Book 2, will delight pianists who favor the Romantic style. Playing with musical expression is an important skill used in making music and is much more than just playing the notes on the printed page. Music written in the Romantic style is the perfect choice for developing this skill. These short, musical sketches will encourage students to play with nuance and sensitivity. Titles: Elegant Waltz * Elizabeth's Ballad * An Evening in Paris * Graceful Ballet * Interlude * The Magic Garden * Song of Peace * Young at Heart * Prelude in D Major * Romance
A piece a week Piano Grade 4 is ideal to be used alongside the Improve your sight-reading! graded piano books to support and improve the reading skills so fundamental to successful sight-reading. These fun, short pieces are specifically written to be learnt one per week. By continually reading accessible new repertoire, the crucial processing of information and hand-eye coordination are established and improved, developing confident sight-reading. The ability to sight-read fluently is a vital skill, enabling students to learn new pieces more quickly and play with other musicians. The best-selling Improve your sight-reading! series, by renowned educationalist Paul Harris, is designed to develop sight-reading skills, especially in the context of graded exams.
for SATB (with divisions) and viola obbligato Beach is taken from the song cycle 'Songs for Seven Storeys', which Bob Chilcott wrote to celebrate the opening of the New Evelina Children's Hospital. Combining a nostalgic melody with a haunting viola obbligato, this introspective song beautifully captures the memory of the seaside. |
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