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Four Piano Blues

Aaron Copland's Four Piano Blues is a collection of four short works for solo Piano which intergrates different elements of various jazz and blues idioms. Though the pieces were published together as a set in 1949, thepiece were written at separate times, and each dedicated to different friends of Copland.

Mary had a little blues : Traditional nursery rhymes

This is a free adaptation of nursery rhyme texts in blues style.

Twisted Blues with Twisted Ballad

“Twisted Blues with Twisted Ballad” is Turnage’s second string quartet. Because of the ‘intimidating repertoire’ of the string quartet, he decided to approach the medium from a different angle. Like two other works from the same period (“Grazioso!” and “Out of Black Dust”), this piece reflects the influence of the British rock band Led Zeppelin. The first movement, “Twisted Blues”, is a continuous fantasia on some of the component parts of an early Led Zeppelin song, “Dazed and Confused”, with consistently loud dynamics, heavy attacks, percussive pizzicatos and moments of distortion.The second movement, “Funeral Blues”, is a contrasting interlude unrelated to the music of LedZeppelin, though consistent with its surroundings in its rich bluesy harmonies and an improvisatory quality of melodic writing.The final movement, “Twisted Ballad”, is based on one of Led Zeppelin’s most well-known numbers, “Stairway to Heaven”. Following the structure of the original, the movement begins quietly and simply, and gradually gains in tempo and excitement towards a vehemently aggressive climax.

Twisted Blues with Twisted Ballad

“Twisted Blues with Twisted Ballad” is Turnage’s second string quartet. Because of the ‘intimidating repertoire’ of the string quartet, he decided to approach the medium from a different angle. Like two other works from the same period (“Grazioso!” and “Out of Black Dust”), this piece reflects the influence of the British rock band Led Zeppelin. The first movement, “Twisted Blues”, is a continuous fantasia on some of the component parts of an early Led Zeppelin song, “Dazed and Confused”, with consistently loud dynamics, heavy attacks, percussive pizzicatos and moments of distortion.The second movement, “Funeral Blues”, is a contrasting interlude unrelated to the music of LedZeppelin, though consistent with its surroundings in its rich bluesy harmonies and an improvisatory quality of melodic writing.The final movement, “Twisted Ballad”, is based on one of Led Zeppelin’s most well-known numbers, “Stairway to Heaven”. Following the structure of the original, the movement begins quietly and simply, and gradually gains in tempo and excitement towards a vehemently aggressive climax.

Jazz, Blues & Ragtime (Neuausgabe) : Complete Edition

Favorite jazz and blues numbers including Take Five, The Entertainer, House of the Rising Sun, and Makin' Whoopee. A flexible format and extra optional parts makes these ideal for solos, duets, or a larger folk band. The Completeedition includes a violin part, keyboard accompaniment with optional violin accompaniment, easy violin and guitar.

Stringin' the Blues : String Orchestra Series SOB 68

Here's a great opportunity to play something fun and light, with engaging parts for all sections. Simple swing rhythms and jazzy effects make Stringin' the Blues an ideal departure from standard string literature and the chancefor younger players to try their hand at the jazz style.

Stringin' the Blues

Four Piano Blues

Copland's well-known piano work is now available in an arrangement for saxophone quartet.

Early Afternoon Blues

Stringin' the Blues

Early Afternoon Blues

Blues & Boogies Big Note

This book and its companion volume, Out and About, include some of hte best entries form Composition Challenge 1987. This international competition was held to find new pieces for the early stages of piano tuition.Organised and sponsored by Boosey & Hawkes Music Publishers Ltd., the European Piano Teachers Association (EPTA) and Tapp (Music) Ltd., of Harrogate, England, the competition attracted entries from piano teachers and their pupils all over the world. Judge for yourself the competition's success; these delightful pieces will surely become part of many piano teachers' repertoire.

Downtown Blues for Uptown Halls

An Evening Falls

Piano part based on “How Long, How Long Blues” as played by Jimmey Yancey.

Jazz, Blues & Ragtime (Neuausgabe) : Violin Edition

Edward Huws Jones' popular series of traditional fiddle repertoire, now available with expertly-recorded audio CD. Containing colorful instrumental backing tracks and full demonstrations, the new audio resource will aid andinspire your private practice and public performance alike. These generous collections of authentic music, some familiar, some more exotic, but all of it faithfully arranged, enable you to create your own ceilidh, bluegrass clubor charanga band. The violin edition includes optional easy violin part and guitar chords, whilst the complete edition also includes both keyboard and violin accompaniments. Either format is highly flexible, which means the musiccan be played as solos, duets or trios as well as with larger ensembles. Edwards Huws Jones has travelled extensively researching fiddle-playing traditions. In each book he explains the background of the particular musical style,giving his own suggestions for a lively performance.

The Shenandoah Blues : American Folk Song

Optional Jazz Combo parts

The Shenandoah Blues : American Folk Song

Written to familiarize students with the elements of jazz style by contrasting a familiar melody with a jazz version of the same. With Soprano Solo and Piano, and optional Jazz Combo.

Magnificat & Nunc dimittis : The Blues Service

New settings of the two evening canticles which incorporate jazz elements, including harmony in voice parts and organ and many ‘blue’ notes. Despite these jazz elements, the music is very approachable, with natural syncopation and mostly homophonic writing. It is also available for mixed choir (ISMN 979-0-060-13011-3). Either version would be enjoyable and rewarding additions to a church choir’s modern liturgical repertoire, or indeed concert repertoire of all choirs.

Blues Machine : Sound Foundations QMB 533

Symphonic Band (score & parts). Halliday, P

Magnificat and Nunc dimittis : The Blues Service

New settings of the two evening canticles which incorporate jazz elements, including harmony in voice parts and organ and many ‘blue’ notes. Despite these jazz elements, the music is very approachable, with natural syncopation and mostly homophonic writing. It is also available for upper or lower unison voices, with occasional optional divisi (ISMN 979-0-060-13012-0). Either version would be enjoyable and rewarding additions to a church choir’s modern liturgical repertoire, or indeed concert repertoire of all choirs.

Practice Sessions

Contents: Empty Stage (Norton) · Aria con Variazioni (Hook) · Dimples (Colburn) · Jamaican Rumba (Benjamin) · Caravan (Ellington/Tizol) · Trickster (Hawkins) · Bed-Rock (Cole) · Trumpet Serenade (Dubourg) · Minstrel Parade(Bernstein) · Flügelhorn Blues (Cole) · Four pieces from The Sound of Rock: Peanut Butter, Purple Sky, Examination Blues, Bubble Gum Pink (Feldstein/Scianni).

Stringin' the Blues : String Orchestra Series SOB 68

Set of Parts available: 48011540

Microjazz Flute Collection Book 1

The best-selling Microjazz series features solos in a variety of styles - blues, rock, jazz, ect. - for the player of intermediate level.

The Low-Note Blues : A musical tale for children

For Double Bass and Piano with Narration.