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'Melody is the very essence of music. ' -W. A. Mozart (1786). Mozart confirmed this view on melody by writing the Ave Verum Corpus near the end of his short life. Originally written for chorus, string...

Along a corridor of the northeastern USA lie the sprawling Appalachian Mountains. Their colourful folklore is the subject of the composer's impression in this piece. The themes make playful references...

Along a corridor of the northeastern USA lie the sprawling Appalachian Mountains. Their colourful folklore is the subject of the composer's impression in this piece. The themes make playful references...

Die 'Blauen Berge' gibt es nicht nur im bekannten Volkslied, sondern es gibt sie wirklich in Australien. Den amerikanischen Komponisten Stephen Bulla erinnerten sie an den Westen Amerikas und so entst...

This plaintive melody is attributed to the Native American people, the Huron. First encountered by the 16th century Jesuit settlers in Canada, the tune's modal melody gives it a haunting, yet serene q...

There are few sights as breathtaking as a clear summer morning sunrise. This piece paints a picture of those splendid moments. From the quiet pre-dawn stillness, through the gradual stirring of creatu...

On June 2 1953 the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II took place following a ritual that has been used since 750 AD. Since Canterbury is the ancient religious centre of Great Britain the Archbishop of C...

This familiar French carol Il est né (He Is Born) originated in the 18th century and continues to enjoy popularity today. This setting features three contrasting variations in one continuous movement.

Over the centuries, composers have written pieces that capture the spirit and imagery of a winter sleigh ride. This jolly sleigh ride tries to capture the spirit of Jolly Old Saint Nicholas as he make...

Heavy Metal is a powerful piece that holds a lot of energy. Rock rhythms and melodies and a funky bass line help to create an exciting rock style.

Bring infectious energy and pure joy of playing to your concert band with "Ranger Rock", published by Curnow Music Press! Right from the very first powerful measures, an energetic tone is set, establi...

The energetic opening bars set the bright style for this piece. Cheerful melodies and percussion interjections are the most important ingredients to set the proper atmosphere.