Music books and printed music

Pianoworks Christmas Alan and Janet Bullard Pianoworks Christmas is packed full of festive treats for the pianist, in easy-to-play arrangements. You'll find traditional carols alongside well-known Christmas songs, and each piece is accompanied by the words, allowing friends to sing along as you play. A perfect Christmas companion to the Pianoworks series!

A Life in Music Conversations with David Willcocks & Friends, edited by William Owen Told in a series of interviews with Sir David Willcocks with reflections from a roll-call of eminent composers, musicians, and friends, this book presents a portrait of a highly gifted musician whose leadership, decency, and humanity have inspired many to follow his example and live a life in music. Includes CD with many of Sir David's famous recordings.

The Ivy and the Holly 14 contemporary carols The Ivy and the Holly is a superb collection of carols and motets for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany by contemporary composers. Scored for mixed voices - a cappella and with organ - the pieces present a wide range of styles and sonorities. A great collection for church and concert choirs alike.

Klezmer fiddle: a how-to guide Ilana Cravitz This collection of 16 tunes, complete with CD and helpful notes on style and interpretation, is suitable for those with experience of klezmer as well as those without. The CD includes modern and selected historical performances of each tune, together with a complete set of backings.

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