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Beethoven wrote two 'Romances' for violin and orchestra; his second one, the Op. 40 in G Major, was actually published in 1802, two years before the Op. 50 in F Major, even though the F Major 'Romance...

Beethoven wrote two 'Romances' for violin and orchestra; his second one, the Op. 40 in G Major, was actually published in 1802, two years before the Op. 50 in F Major, even though the F Major 'Romance...

Although more famous for his incidental music to A Midsummer Night's Dream, Mendelssohn was commissioned by the King of Prussia to provide music for Racine's religious drama Athalie, which includes th...

Although more famous for his incidental music to A Midsummer Night's Dream, Mendelssohn was commissioned by the King of Prussia to provide music for Racine's religious drama Athalie, which includes th...

Although more famous for his incidental music to A Midsummer Night's Dream, Mendelssohn was commissioned by the King of Prussia to provide music for Racine's religious drama Athalie, which includes th...

An ecossaise, derived from the French word for 'Scottish,' was a dance that was very popular in Europe in the early nineteenth century. Beethoven was enamored with the music of the British Isles, and...

An ecossaise, derived from the French word for 'Scottish,' was a dance that was very popular in Europe in the early nineteenth century. Beethoven was enamored with the music of the British Isles, and...

An ecossaise, derived from the French word for 'Scottish,' was a dance that was very popular in Europe in the early nineteenth century. Beethoven was enamored with the music of the British Isles, and...

A Grandioso opening featuring bold, contemporary harmonies leads directly into the exciting syncopated main theme. A driving rhythmic ostinato serves as a backdrop for additional fanfare statements. T...

A Grandioso opening featuring bold, contemporary harmonies leads directly into the exciting syncopated main theme. A driving rhythmic ostinato serves as a backdrop for additional fanfare statements. T...

A Grandioso opening featuring bold, contemporary harmonies leads directly into the exciting syncopated main theme. A driving rhythmic ostinato serves as a backdrop for additional fanfare statements. T...

This majestic fanfare would be a great way to begin a concert. The main theme is passed throughout the band in a variety of textures. An effective contrast is achieved as well with the presentation of...

This majestic fanfare would be a great way to begin a concert. The main theme is passed throughout the band in a variety of textures. An effective contrast is achieved as well with the presentation of...

Moore Street Rag is an energetic piece that was composed for the young band to enjoy the various elements of ragtime music. Each section is featured playing the syncopated melodies and counter melodie...

Moore Street Rag is an energetic piece that was composed for the young band to enjoy the various elements of ragtime music. Each section is featured playing the syncopated melodies and counter melodie...

Moore Street Rag is an energetic piece that was composed for the young band to enjoy the various elements of ragtime music. Each section is featured playing the syncopated melodies and counter melodie...

This lively, nostalgic piece will musically transport players and audience alike to the iconic amusement parks of turn-of -the-century Coney Island (near Brooklyn, New York). The sweet, cheerful sound...

This lively, nostalgic piece will musically transport players and audience alike to the iconic amusement parks of turn-of -the-century Coney Island (near Brooklyn, New York). The sweet, cheerful sound...

This lively, nostalgic piece will musically transport players and audience alike to the iconic amusement parks of turn-of -the-century Coney Island (near Brooklyn, New York). The sweet, cheerful sound...

What happen when a bunch of percussionists get mixed up with the American folk song 'Turkey in the Straw'? Why, Turkey Drumsticks, of course! Watch the feathers fly in this entertainning and challengi...

This version of Where Stand the Dauntless by Vince Gassi is part of our Alfred FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments - wind, strings, and percussion...

This version of Where Stand the Dauntless by Vince Gassi is part of our Alfred FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments - wind, strings, and percussion...