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Thierry Alla: Digital (sop) (Saxophone solo)

Jacky & Claude Bourbasquet J.& Gastaldin: Drums Movie Session (Percussion solo)

With few study books for Drums in existence, Drums Movie Session contributes to a series of prolific studies for the instrument, filling a vital gap. Accompanied by a CD, this progressive book effectively focuses on all styles of cinematic music, from Western to suspense. Compiled by Jacky Bourbasquet and Claude Gastaldin , two prominent drummers of our day, and with music specially composed by renowned pianist Lionel Melot , the book contains 33 pages of film music in various styles which will enable the pupil to progress in their instrumental study. Drums Movie Session is an indispensable complement to traditional teaching of the Drum Kit.

Johann Sebastian Bach: Dix Preludes - Harp

J.S. Bach (1685-1750) is one of the most famous composers ever to have lived. As a German composer of the baroque era, Bach 's music is revered for its technical command, artistic beauty and intellectual depth. Henriette Renié's arrangement of  Dix Préludes  for Harp makes the composer's much loved music even more accessible. The Well-Tempered Clavier by J.S. Bach is a collection of 24 Preludes and Fugues in all 24 major and minor keys, composed and intended as studies. Generally, the collection is regarded as being among the most influential works in the history of Western classical music. Therefore, Renié 's arrangement of ten of the  Dix Préludes  is unmissable to all aspiring, advanced harpists.

S. Billier: Déchiffrage ou l'Art de la premiere Interpretation (Book)

Classical French pianist, Sylvainbe Billier is known for her contribution to music theory. Deciphering the art of the first interpretation is essential to all musicians seeking to understand the correct interpretation of all eras of Western classical music. Billier 's Deciphering the art of the first interpretation begins by explaining the importance of interpretation. Practically, the study book looks at using the eyes and ears to comprehend the score as well as elements of technique, including intervals, phrasing, harmony, articulation, texture, rhythm and fingering, among other aspects. For all musicians who wish to have a deep and correct understanding of the interpretation of music from each era, Billier 's Deciphering the art of the first interpretation is essential.

Edison Denisov: Sonate (Saxophone-Alto & Piano)

Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano by Edison Demisov was composed in1970 and covers three movements. The first part, Allegro, shows serialism; the second, Lento, focuses on new techniques; with the last one, Allegro Moderato, reminiscent of Jazz music. This strong>Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano, dedicated to the French Saxophonist Jean-Marie Londeix, was strongly influenced by Western European music and requires a certain level of ability (intermediate to advanced players), especially for the second movement. Edison Demisov (1929-1996) was a Russian, Siberian-born, composer specialising in alternative / non-conformist Soviet music. Strongly influenced by the West, he was often criticised by his peers. He gained international recognition for the composition 'Le soleil des Incas' (1964) and wrote numerous concerti, sonatas and other pieces.

Emmanuel Séjourné: 5 Pieces for Marimba Solo Vol.4 (Percussion solo)

The fourth volume of a series of books for percussionists by Emmanuel Séjourné , 5 pieces for Marimba, Vol.4 is a set of 5 works for 4 to 4.5 Marimbas. Written for advanced level players and inspired from African rhythms, the three first compositions can be played each after the other or separately. The five pieces are: Balafon Ambira Akadinda Generalife Pretexte The names of these 5 pieces for Marimba, Vol.4 were given after different African instruments of wooden blades that can be found in various places. While Pretexte is quite jazzy with its strong beat, Generalife is more dynamic and should be played with more energy and character. Emmanuel Séjourné (born in 1961) is a French percussionist and composer, who was strongly influenced by Western music and popular music. He wrote a series of books for percussionists including 'Keyboard and Percussions, Vol. 1'.

Jindrich Feld: Sonate (Flute & Piano)

Jindrich Feld 's Sonata for Flute and Piano is frequently performed by virtuoso flautists. Composed in 1957, the Sonata is elaborate and quirky, and has been recorded by leading artists, including Jeffrey Khaner and James Galway. Born in Prague, Feld (1925-2007) studied Violin and Viola with his parents before studying at the Conservatory and Academy of Music of his native city. His compositions, predominantly instrumental, soon became popular, being performed all over the world. As reflected in his Sonata for Flute and Piano , Feld 's style is deeply rooted in the Czech musical tradition, but he also integrated the main styles of 20th century Western music. The Sonata is made up of three movements, 1. Giocoso (playful), 2. Grave (serious) and 3. Vivace (lively). Each movement of the Sonata presents different challenges, from fast semiquaver flourishes to the lyrical top register of the Flute. This Feld piece is highly virtuosic, yet an excellent and enjoyable performance for all advanced flautists.

Jindrich Feld: Sonate for soprano Saxophone (Saxophone-Soprano & Piano)

Jindřich Feld 's Sonata For Soprano Saxophone And Piano is still regularly performed by virtuoso Saxophonists. Composed in 1989, the Sonata is elaborate and quirky, and successfully exploits many extended techniques on the instrument, similar to the composer's Sonata for Alto Saxophone. Born in Prague, Feld (1925-2007) studied Violin and Viola with his parents before studying at the Conservatory and Academy of Music of his native city. His compositions, predominantly instrumental, soon became popular, being performed all over the world. As reflected in his Sonata For Soprano Saxophone And Piano , Feld 's style is deeply rooted in the Czech musical tradition, but he also integrated the main styles of 20th century Western music. The Sonata is made up of three movements, 1. Molto moderato, 2. Scherzo, and 3. Finale. Each movement of the Sonata present different challenges, from fast, staccato, semiquaver flourishes to the lyrical, slurred passages. This Feld piece is highly virtuosic, yet an excellent and enjoyable performance for all advanced soprano saxophonists.

Jindrich Feld: Sonate for alto Saxophone (Saxophone-Alto & Piano)

Jindrich Feld 's Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano is frequently performed by virtuoso Saxophonists. Composed in 1989-90, the Sonata is elaborate and quirky, and successfully exploits many extended techniques on the instrument. Born in Prague, Feld (1925-2007) studied Violin and Viola with his parents before studying at the Conservatory and Academy of Music of his native city. His compositions, predominantly instrumental, soon became popular, being performed all over the world. As reflected in his Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano , Feld 's style is deeply rooted in the Czech musical tradition, but he also integrated the main styles of 20th century Western music. The Sonata is made up of four movements, 1. Allegro ritmico, 2. Adagio/Bells of liberty, 3. Allegro vivo/Scherzo, and 4. Allegro con fuoco. Each movement of the Sonata presents different challenges, from fast, staccato, semiquaver flourishes to the lyrical slurred passages. This Feld piece is highly virtuosic, yet an excellent and enjoyable performance for all advanced saxophonists.

Christian Lauba: "XYL" Balafon 2, 12th Study for Alto Saxophone

Born in Tunisia in 1952, Christian Lauba has been a prominent contemporary composer, winning many prizes since his graduation from the Conservatory of Bordeaux during the mid-1980s. Lauba is particularly noted for his compositions for the Saxophone, such as Study No. 12 for Alto Saxophone. Published in 2007, Study No. 12, "XYL" Balafon 2 is highly virtuosic and modern, including multiphonic Saxophone sounds and other advanced technical features. The score of Study No. 12 also comes accompanied with a CD of a prerecorded accompanying part. With a typical performance lasting around six minutes, this Lauba study, nicknamed, "XYL" Balafon 2 is described as a 'a study for the mastering of circular breathing, the low and high registers, dynamic, rhythmic and melodic crescendos and decrescendos, rational and irrational note-values, chromaticism and digital virtuosity'. For all advanced Alto saxophonists, Study No. 12 provides an alternative, modern work, essential to a varied repertoire.

Guy-Claude Luypaerts: Partita

Having studied under Jean Pierre Rampal and Tony Aubin at the Conservatoire National de Paris, flautist Guy-Claude Luypaerts now divides his time between his work as a soloist, teacher and orchestral conductor, without neglecting his com­positional activity. Luypaerts has remained true to his childhood land: for this resident of the seaside village of Panne in western Flanders, the North Sea coastline is a continual source of inspiration. This beloved landscape, where sea, sky and dune embrace, was the setting for the composition of the Partita for Flute in August 2014. The title can be seen as a tribute to two essential works in the solo Flute repertoire: Bach’s Partita in A Minor, BWV 1013 and the Sonata in A Minor Wq 179 by his son Carl Philipp Emanuel. Dedicated to flautist Maxence Larrieu, who included it in the programme of his International Competition (2015), the Partita contains three movements. The energetic determination of Patience contrasts with the dreamy exhalations of Volutes , before the Chimères are unleashed upon an angry sea.