Handel's famous works, "Largo" and "Hallelujah Chorus," are presented together. "Largo" explores Baroque arioso sonorities, while the Hallelujah Chorus is the most renowned chorus ever written. All parts have been adapted to retain the original antiphonal effect between the chorus and orchestra.
Experience the beauty of Handel's timeless masterpieces as they come together in perfect harmony. The "Largo" piece takes you on a journey through the rich and intricate sonorities of the Baroque arioso, with a gentle and soothing melody that flows seamlessly from one part to another. Meanwhile, the Hallelujah Chorus stands as a testament to Handel's genius, with its powerful and uplifting melody that has become one of the most famous choruses ever written. Every part of this masterpiece has been carefully adapted to retain the original antiphonal effect between the chorus and orchestra, ensuring that you get to experience the full grandeur of Handel's vision.
Lux Angelis is an advanced string orchestra piece with optional grade 1 and 2 strings, keyboard, and percussion. It represents light pervading the universe through harmonics and suspended chords. The seventh interval symbolizes the seven days of creation, while the two sections portray the challenges of dark forces. The piece ends with a chorus of angels bathed in light, symbolizing light's resilience.
The music is filled with lively melodies and counter-melodies that dance around the orchestra. The middle section features a string quartet solo interrupted by tutti utterances. The work offers a wide range of textures, dynamics, and haunting tunes that will captivate both players and audiences alike.
This music game is excellent for elementary programs, offering imaginative titles like “The Still Before the Storm” and “Fairy Floss”. It teaches students about keys, orchestral textures, and various techniques in an accessible way, promoting an early appreciation of music's tone color.
The music is a journey through the Mists of England, the lush green fields of Ireland, Wales's sublime beauty, and Scotland's invigorating highlands. The tunes and textures are vibrant, wistful, and unforgettable, making them perfect for any performance. Your players will be humming them long after the rehearsal is over.
Join the Barcelona party! This piece captures the fun and energy of the Spanish city with catchy rhythms and authentic flavour. Your ensemble will love it.
Nicolo Paganini was an exceptional violinist, and this particular piece is the final one in a series of caprices that represent the pinnacle of violin technique. It has inspired other great composers such as Rachmaninov. This arrangement preserves the melody, harmony, and structure, allowing players of all levels to experience and appreciate the beauty of Paganini's work.
We all love our pets, and each day brings new adventures! “Presto Puppies” features rising scale patterns and surprising dissonances, while “Cantabile Kitties” captures the subdued essence of our feline friends with major seventh intervals that evoke a kitten yawning. “Con Brio Birdies” portrays birds’ chatter through repeated quavers and gentle dissonances. The suite also showcases various techniques, including harmonics and different pizzicato styles.