The first movement After Dark is a Trinity College London Grade 7 Exam Piece until further notice
Three Dances After Midnight? is a work that displays much of the clarinet's unique character. The first movement is positive with fast lyrical lines, punctuated with accented chromatic figures. The second movement has a long unfolding melody in a slow waltz style, melancholic and reflective in mood. The third movement is playful and quirky with an American influence, and concludes with a klezmer style passage leading to the final rhythmic ending. This work provides the opportunity for the performer to display a rounded technique where fast passagework, characterful articulation and soft lyricism create an ever changing interplay. The gripping opening of After Dark, the gentle melancholy of Before Dawn and the energetic style and bravura climax to Anytime You Like make this an ideal addition to the concert repertoire as well as examination and audition requirements, while the piano is also very much an equal partner throughout the piece.
Three Dances After Midnight? has been recorded on the album Under The Influence with Max Welford on clarinet and Marcus Andrews on piano. The first movement After Dark has been a Trinity College London Grade 7 Exam Piece since November 2022.
Horn & Piano
A short dramatic piece for horn and piano approximately grade 6 to 7 standard. Written following a day trip to Walton-on-the-Naze in Essex. Inspired by billowing cumulus clouds often seen in the English countryside on a hot summers day. The piece ends with an optional top C.
A arrangement by Alan Civil for wind quintet of four of the movements from Mussorgsky's most famous piano composition.
This arrangement of Away in a Manger by Rebecca Faith incorporates two traditional melodies woven together seamlessly to create a refreshing interpretation of a universally familiar song. A verse of the traditional American tune is heard first on the piano before being interrupted by the flute taking over with the British melody. Piano interludes of the American themes return but never in full until the end of the piece where it returns to its original starting point. As much as the familiar melodies are recognisable they are laced with jazzy harmonies and a nonchalant improvisatory style.
Brass Quintet
Mozart arr. Wick – The Sleighride from Thirteen German Dances (Brass Quintet with Sleighbells)
At last, a Mozart arrangement that works for brass! A charming ländler but with the colourful addition of a piccolo trumpet that represents the post horn, and a set of tuned sleighbells (that can be replaced by the more commonly found unpitched sleighbells). Great fun for classy Christmas concerts, but needs a piccolo trumpet player capable of holding high notes! Arranged by Stephen Wick.
Flute Duet
This collection consists of arrangements by Martin Parry of five popular Mozart opera melodies - the Bird Catcher's Song and Papageno's Aria from The Magic Flute, Figaro's Aria from The Marriage of Figaro, Canzonetta from Don Giovanni and The Drunkard's Duet from Il Seraglio.
Flute Quartet
In his Three by series Stephen Morland has compiled and edited favourite themes in an interesting and challenging way. These flute quartets, in this case three favourite Mozart melodies, have been delightfully arranged in such a manner that students of varying ability can have a rewarding and enjoyable musical experience. For schools, studios and professionals.
Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus
Mozart arr. Martelli – The Marriage of Figaro Overture (String Quartet)
One Mad Day was an alternative title for Mozart's famous opera, and that aspect is what is so superbly captured in this breathlessly bustling overture, here expertly transcribed for string quartet by Carlo Martelli. Ideal for colleges, conservatories and professionals.
Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus
Mozart arr. Martelli – The Magic Flute Overture (String Quartet)
Mozart's penultimate opera, written for a suburban theatre to a fairy-tale plot, was completed only a few months before his tragic early death. The overture has been arranged by Carlo Martelli for string quartet with all his customary brilliance.
Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus
Mozart arr. Martelli – Symphony No. 40 Movement 1 (String Quartet)
This is an arrangement by Carlo Martelli of a movement from one of a trio of Symphonies which Mozart composed in the space of six weeks towards the end of his short life.
Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus
Mozart arr. Martelli – Il Seraglio Overture (String Quartet)
Of Mozart's five most often heard operas Il Seraglio was the first to be composed. This arrangement by Carlo Martelli of the brilliant and vivacious overture, with its plaintive middle section, is of the version with a concert ending.
A fun arrangement by Alan Civil of the overture of this ever popular opera.
An arrangement for wind quintet by Alan Civil of this excellently crafted piece of music.
Brass Quintet
This is a charming collection of madrigals arranged effectively for brass quintet by Ian Lawrence.
Saxophone Quartet
Pixillation, composed by Mike Dale, is a melodic piece with many rhythmic and harmonic contrasts. After a short tranquil yet rhythmic introduction the first theme starts in a tango style, maintaining a rhythmic feel throughout. Although the tune at this time is clearly played by the soprano, the alto and tenor saxophones frequently interject with short counter melodies. The piece ends with a scattering of notes from the accompanying instruments with the soprano soaring over the top, before a gentle and quiet finish. Pixillation received its premier at the Didsbury Arts Festival in September 2011, played by the Quagga Saxophone Quartet.
Mendelssohn, Felix
Mendelssohn arr. Martelli – Scherzo from A Midsummer Night’s Dream (String Quartet)
This famous piece, arranged by Carlo Martelli, introduces the second act of Shakespeare's play and has long been regarded as the quintessence of the many marvellous Mendelssohnian scherzi.
The spirit of this sparkling and joyous movement from Mendelssohn's famous and well-loved symphony is brilliantly captured and sustained in Carlo Martelli's superb adaptation for string quartet. For conservatories and professionals.
This is a highly unique arrangement by Rebecca Faith. Its features are laid back jazzy chords and syncopated rhythms within a 6/8 structure. There is frequent use of clashing seconds in the harmony, but the familiar melody is prominent and not lost. This piece has five clear sections: a verse of the melody, a piano solo, another verse of the melody, a flute solo, then a final rendition of the melody - but here the flute continues to maintain an experimental feel, combining the verse and solo sections to conclude.
An arrangement by Alan Civil from Mendelssohn's Children's Pieces for piano.
Mendelssohn, Felix & Wagner, Richard
Mendelssohn & Wagner arr. Martelli – Wedding March (String Quartet)
In this arrangement by Carlo Martelli the middle section of Mendelssohn's famous wedding march has been replaced by Wagner's equally famous bridal march from Lohergrin. Two for the price of one, so to speak!
Popular Christmas arrangements by Alan Civil of Hark, The Herald Angels Sing and Coventry Carol.
Massenet, Jules Émile Frédéric
Massenet arr. Martelli – Méditation from Thaïs (String Quartet)
This popular piece, arranged by Carlo Martelli from Massenet's opera Thaïs, accompanies the seduction of a priest by a prostitute.
Another delightful piece by English composer Martin Yates.
Flute & Piano
A delightful recital piece by English composer Martin Yates, whose eclectic style is fast earning him popularity. For studios, colleges, conservatories and professionals.
Flute & Piano
An lovely original work, perfect for recitals.
Harpsichord
A useful addition to the modern repertoire for harpsichord.
Flute & Harp
The musical equivalent of important extracts taken from a diary. For colleges and professionals.
String Quartet
This quartet evokes the sounds and attitudes of The Big Apple
String Quartet
This piece is all about the fun side of country music. Don't Ask is the simple answer to the question asking what happens next. Freedom is a spiritual from the rural state of Tennessee, starting with a lone plaintive cry that becomes a statement of optimism as more people join in. In Pam! Bam! Zonk! the drinking gets a little too much for some, so this movement is a glorious fight.
String Orchestra
Martin Yates – L.A. Beach Music for String Orchestra (Set of Parts)
Your purchase will consist of the following set of Parts:
5 x First Violin 4 x Second Violin 3 x Viola 2 x 'Cello 1 x Double Bass Extra parts available on request A musical representation of the city or area of the titles as experienced by the composer. The music is drawn from pop, rock, jazz and jazz funk.