New for October 2012
Bliss - The songs of Philip Bliss
Following on from the successful 'From the Beginning…' books this is the second in an occasional series of pieces written for both the smaller experienced band and young bands seeking to stretch their players a little.Bliss features a selection of the American songwriter's well known songs in enjoyable and entertaining arrangements. Songs include Hold the fort, Meet me at the Fountain, Let the lower lights be burning, It is well, Wonderful words of life and Hallelujah 'tis done.
The scoring is as Unity Series (1st & 2nd Cornet, 1st & 2nd Horn, Baritone/Trombone, Euphonium, Eb & Bb Bass and Percussion)
Available now in pdf format – in other words a file attached to your email which you can download and print the score and parts direct from your own computer!
Click here for a free inspection copy of the 1st Cornet part - then simply order the score and parts and you will have the whole arrangement instantly on your own computer ready to print.
Full score and set of parts (by post £9-95 plus £2-00 postage) or (by email £8-00 only)
This piece had its UK premiere at the Govan Young People's Band Centenary weekend in September 2012 when it was played by massed YP Bands from the Glasgow area - Please find below an audio recording taken of the premiere recording (The average age of the players in this recording is 12 years old)..
New for January 2012
Song Arrangement/Cornet Solo
"Great Is Thy Faithfulness"
Following on from the successful 'From the Beginning…' books this is the first in an occasional series of pieces written for both the smaller experienced band and young bands seeking to stretch their players a little.
The scoring is as Unity Series (1st & 2nd Cornet, 1st & 2nd Horn, Baritone/Trombone, Euphonium, Eb & Bb Bass and Percussion)
Available now in pdf format – in other words a file attached to your email which you can download and print the score and parts direct from your own computer!
Click here for a free inspection copy of the Soloist part - then simply order the score and parts and you will have the whole arrangement instantly on your own computer ready to print.
Full score and set of parts (by post £9-95 plus £2-00 postage) or (by email £8-00 only)
If you wish to order the music to be posted to you
Either text your order to 07840211393
Or email opus3music@aol.com stating where you want the music sent to. (You will receive an invoice with the music which you can pay by cheque)
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From the Beginning 7 – Stand up and play!
Two pieces that will allow bands to feature their up and coming soloists. As with all 'From the Beginning...' arrangements these are especially designed to be simple yet effective.
1. Far beyond Jordan
Originally written as a cornet trio this extended work may be effectively presented as a solo duet or trio. The presentation of the main theme is followed by three variations with all parts written to be well within the capabilities of young developing players.
2. All through the night An arrangement of the famous Welsh tune suitable as a lyrical solo for Bb instruments (cornet, trombone or euphonium)
Full score and set of parts - £9.95
Parts for: All soloists, 1st cornet, 2nd cornet, 1st horn, 2nd horn, baritone/trombone, euphonium, Eb bass, Bb bass and percussion
New for September 2006
From the Beginning 6 - Start to Swing
Two pieces that will introduce the key elements of swing music to younger players, namely simple syncopation and the concept of playing quavers in a swing style. As with all 'From the Beginning' arrangements these are especially designed to be simple yet effective.
1. Ellington on Duke Street
The familiar tune of Duke Street mixed with the style of Duke Ellington's 'Take the A Train.'
2. We're a Band...Here an old Salvation Army tune 'We're a band that shall conquer the foe' is combined with elements of the jazz classic 'St. Louis Blues' to form a simple swing march.
Full score and set of parts - £9.95
Parts for: 1st cornet, 2nd cornet, Eb horn, baritone/trombone, euphonium, Eb bass, Bb bass
From the Beginning... series books 1-5 - In One Volume
This highly popular is now available in a single pack containing full score of all the books in one volume plus a complete set of photocopiable masters for all parts of all five books at a special price of £40-00
Steal Away
A straightforward yet, effective arrangement, of the popular spiritual. Perfect for the YP band making the transition from Unity to Triumph series scoring. Score and full set of parts £9-50
Other titles available
Of particular interest to schools and Young People's bands is the series of
Band/Ensemble music
From the Beginning...
Books one, two, three, four & five
These come to you having been fully tested with young players in a variety of settings in music schools all over the USA and Canada
The books are graded in that each book expects a little more from each player but even the arrangements in book four are designed to be playable even for players with limited experience.
(For books one and two we can offer band packs with lower brass parts in bass or treble clef and also a choice of Horn parts in F or Eb - please state
which you prefer (or both if required)
Band pack £9.95 (Full score and set of parts)