Dietrich Buxtehude (1637-1707) was the organist of St. Mary’s church of Lübeck, the most famous brickstone gothic cathedral of the baltic region. As a composer of both spiritual and secular music he became the leading person of baroque music in northern…
Style:
Brass
Composer:
D. Buxtehude, Edward Bach
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Etude No. 4 was conceived to develop dexterity, strength, and endurance in double lateral, four-mallet sticking technique. The sequential sticking pattern 123234 is a pattern I use in a variety of applications in everyday practice. Dedicated to Leigh Howard…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Michael Burritt
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Etude No. 5 is an exercise that develops independence between the hands. It centers around rolling in one hand while playing rubato in the other. The etude also works much like a multiple percussion piece in that the performer is required to make mallet…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Michael Burritt
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Etude No. 6 develops both rhythmic and dynamic independence between hands as well as one-handed rolls, double lateral and double vertical strokes. This is also a good exercise for developing consistency in octave passage work. A good sense of pulse is…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Michael Burritt
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The much-played Christmas Carol Joy To The World is treated as a new brass quintet composition by trumpeter Edward Bach. Challenging trumpet parts duel with the rest of the members of the quintet in a jazz waltz setting that concludes with a rhythmically…
Style:
Brass
Composer:
Edward Bach
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This collection features 7 arrangements for brass quintet of works by J.S. Bach, Brahms, and Buxtehude. All are perfect for playing in litrugical settings with your quintet. It's a collection you NEED in your library.Program NotesWir glauben all’ an einen…
Style:
Brass
Composer:
Edward Bach
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Adorn Thyself, Dear Soul
The chorale prelude Schmücke Dich, O Liebe Seele by J.S. Bach was originally composed for solo organ. Edward Bach has masterfully scored itfor brass quintet, creating a work that is equally appropriate for sacred and secular venues.…
Style:
Brass
Composer:
Johann Sebastian Bach, Edward Bach
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This is the solo version of BurrittÕs popular piece for solo marimba and percussion quartet. It explores the full range of the instrument and of marimba technique. Extremely challenging but idiomatic writing makes this an impressive piece to add to your…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Michael Burritt
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Marimba Feature
This is the ensemble version of Burritt’s popular piece for solo marimba and percussion quartet. It explores the full range of the instrument and of marimba technique. Extremely challenging, but idiomatic writing makes this an impressive piece…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Michael Burritt
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Originally composed in 1910 for violin and piano, Tambourin Chinois has become a very popular showpiece in the repertoire. Edward Bach has reimagined it here as an exciting solo xylophone feature with brass quintet accompaniment.Program Notes"I don’t mind…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Edward Bach, Kreisler
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications