Oboe/English Horn

Gamal Abdel-RahimBohayrat Al-Lotus (The Lotus Pond)

 
 
Known as the “Bartok of Egypt,” Abdel-Rahim’s music contains many beautiful ornamented solo lines and exotic non-Western harmonies based on Arabic modes (maqamat). This piece has been popular among Egyptian instrumentalists for decades and is published now for the first time with the solo part available for flute, oboe or violin. Also available in a woodwind quintet arrangement.

Suited for:

     

For Flute (or Oboe or Violin) and Piano, 5 minutes.
SW-0175 . . . $22.00


Andrea ClearfieldGaia

 
 
Gaia is a prayer to the Earth and a prayer for peace, incorporating fragments of a Hopi Native-American lullaby. It was inspired by a young girl’s poem, inviting the spirit of the Earth Mother to join her in a ritual of gratitude which grows from a chant into a dance celebrating the eternal pulsing of the earth.

Suited for:

   

For Soprano (or Mezzo), Oboe (or Flute) and Piano, 8 minutes.
MC-0301 . . . $30.00


Andrea ClearfieldLove Song

 
 
Rhythmically exciting, evocative and lyrical, Love Song (1995) explores the chaotic, surreal, and urban dimensions of love. Challenges the players’ dramatic sense, allowing for some improvised freedom within the structure of this virtuoso work. “Wonderfully witty and dramatic”- International Alliance for Women in Music Journal.

Suited for:

   

For Oboe, Soprano and Piano, 6 minutes.
OB-9605 . . . $24.00


Andrea ClearfieldReminiscence

 
 
Colorful, lyrical, evocative and playful, this one-movement piece alternates between the rhapsodic and the rhythmic, using the full English Horn range.

Suited for:

   

For English Horn and Piano, 9 minutes.
EH-9801 . . . $25.00


Andrea ClearfieldThree Songs for Oboe and Double Bass after Poems of Pablo Neruda

 
 
In three movements: the sultry, dance-like Body of a Woman, the slow, rhapsodic The Light Wraps Youand the lively and rhythmically exciting Every Day You Play. These pieces offer a challenging duo for this unusual combination of instruments.

Suited for:

   

For Oboe and Double Bass, 8 minutes.
OB-9701 . . . $24.00


Paquito D’RiveraAlborada y Son

 
 
These two movements from the Aires Tropicales provide a unique addition to the repertoire for flute ensembles. The Alborada is a short introduction to the extended Son movement with its Latin melodies and syncopated bass line. (2 Oboes, English Horn, 2 Bassoons)

Suited for:

     

For Double Reed Ensemble (2 Oboes, English Horn, 2 Bassoons), 7 minutes.
DRE-9820 . . . $25.00


Abdo DagherFan el-musiqä el-misriyya el-hadithah el-’arabiyyah es-sufiyyah

(The New Egyptian-Arabic Sufic Art Music)

 
 
A volume of six (approximately 5 minutes each) expressive, fully transcribed compositions by Egyptian violinist/composer Abdo Dagher, master virtuoso in the traditional art of monodic (non-harmonized) Arabic music. The pieces include Layali Zamaan (Nights of the Past), Longa Nahawand, An-Nil (The Nile), Nidaa’ (Call to Prayer), Longa ‘Agam, and Sama’i Kurd Yakaa (10/4 meter). These melodic compositions will give Western classical musicians an understanding of Arabic music, including ornamentation, microtones (sikha), modes (maqamat) and rhythmic patterns (wazn). They may be performed as unique solo recital pieces or in chamber music settings with completely flexible instrumentation, including optional improvised cadenzas (taqasim). Optional percussive rhythmic patterns may be added with Arabic or Western percussion; all versions include both Arabic and Western percussion notation.

Suited for:

     

For C treble clef instrument - (Flute, Oboe, Keyboard, Harp or Guitar), 30 minutes.
C-0180 . . . $20.00


Abdo DagherFan el-musiqä el-misriyya el-hadithah el-’arabiyyah es-sufiyyah

(The New Egyptian-Arabic Sufic Art Music)

 
 
A volume of six (approximately 5 minutes each) expressive, fully transcribed compositions by Egyptian violinist/composer Abdo Dagher, master virtuoso in the traditional art of monodic (non-harmonized) Arabic music. The pieces include Layali Zamaan (Nights of the Past), Longa Nahawand, An-Nil (The Nile), Nidaa’ (Call to Prayer), Longa ‘Agam, and Sama’i Kurd Yakaa (10/4 meter). These melodic compositions will give Western classical musicians an understanding of Arabic music, including ornamentation, microtones (sikha), modes (maqamat) and rhythmic patterns (wazn). They may be performed as unique solo recital pieces or in chamber music settings with completely flexible instrumentation, including optional improvised cadenzas (taqasim). Optional percussive rhythmic patterns may be added with Arabic or Western percussion; all versions include both Arabic and Western percussion notation.

Suited for:

     

For F Horn or English Horn, 30 minutes.
F-0180 . . . $20.00


Do Hong QuanBon buc tranh (Four Pictures)

 
 
An unusual flute recital piece by one of the leading Vietnamese composers (chairman, composition department, Hanoi Conservatory); published for the first time. Four contrasting movements based on the sounds of Vietnamese folk music with contemporary harmonies. Includes alternate oboe part instead of flute. Optional piccolo. 2 percussionists play tam-tam (including improvised cadenza), tom-toms, cowbell and bass drum.

Suited for:

     

For Flute (or Oboe), Two Percussion, Piano, 10-11 minutes.
MC-0160 . . . $38.00


Adolphus HailstorkSongs of the Magi

 
 
Renowned African-American composer Adolphus Hailstork’s beautiful piece in four movements works well for recitals and church programs. Stylistically romantic with subtle modern influences. Solo part may be performed by flute, oboe or clarinet.

Suited for:

           

For Flute (or Oboe or Clarinet) and String Quartet, 17 minutes.
MC-0155 . . . $32.00


Georg Friedrich HandelConcerto, Op. 4, No. 6

Concerto, Opus 4, #6, originally for harp and strings. An arrangement by David Bilger with piano, organ or harpsichord; perfect for recitals and church.

Suited for:

       

For Oboe and Piano (or Organ/Harpsichord), 11 minutes.
OB-9801 . . . $19.00


Antonio LauroEl Niño

Venezuelan Antonio Lauro’s beautiful waltz as arranged by Paquito D’Rivera. (2 flutes and bass flute; the second flute part may also be performed on oboe or violin; the lowest part may be played on cello or bassoon instead of bass flute).

Suited for:

       

For Flute Trio (2 Flutes and Bass Flute, with substitute parts), 3 minutes.
FL-9823 . . . $25.00


Marin MaraisLe Basque

The famous one minute encore piece used by horn virtuoso Dennis Brain, who called it “a little French dance, which also happens to be the shortest piece I know.” Arranged by Adam Lesnick.

Suited for:

     

For Horn or English Horn with String Quartet, 1 minutes.
HN-9515 . . . $10.00


Ali Osmanel-Mohager

 
 
Born in Sudan and currently teaching at the Cairo Conservatory, Osmanjuxtaposes complex modal contrapuntal lines in Arabic maqam over a very simple 14/4 meter ostinato in the riqq (tambourine). A unique recital piece.

Suited for:

     

For Flute/Oboe/Tambourine(Riqq), 7 minutes.
WW2-0740 . . . $32.00


Ronald RosemanCome chitarra

Composer/oboist Ronald Roseman’s one movement work for flute and guitar features virtuoso writing in a contemporary style with references to Spanish Flamenco. This edition is a copy of the composer’s (neat!) manuscript.

Suited for:

 

For Oboe and Guitar, 8 minutes.
OB-9603 . . . $18.00


Ronald RosemanPartita for Solo Oboe

Oboist/composer Ronald Roseman’s four movement work (1997); Allegro furioso (driving and energetic with a dolce ending), Blues, Aria (inspired by Bach obbligatos in arias), and Forlane (inspired by Ravel’s Le Tombeau de Couperin). A virtuosic work with some contemporary techniques. This edition is a copy of the composer’s (neat!) manuscript.

Suited for:

 

For Oboe Solo, 12-13 minutes.
OB-9802 . . . $18.00


William Grant StillThree Songs

 
 
Known as “The Dean of Afro-American Composers,” Still’s musical style incorporates a variety of African-American and European styles. Three Still songs, If You Should Go, Song for the Lonely, and Bayou Home, arranged by Alexa Still for oboe with piano accompaniment. Suitable for players of all levels.

Suited for:

         

For Oboe and Piano, 10 minutes.
OB-95S2 . . . $15.00


Ralph Vaughan WilliamsSix Studies in English Folksong

Arrangements of the popular recital pieces in a setting with string quartet accompaniment. The English horn part is from the original Vaughan Williams version. Arranged by Adam Lesnick. (Available in the USA only)

Suited for:

         

For English Horn and String Quartet, 9-10 minutes.
EH-9501 . . . $20.00


Warren WernickTrio No. 1

A three movement episodic and humorous work that presents a welcome change for trios that are tired of playing Reinecke. “A skillfully written work that recalls the subtle humor of Peter Schickele as P.D.Q. Bach, the intensity of Shostakovich and the bright, graceful melodies of Poulenc.” The Philadelphia Inquirer.

Suited for:

 

For Oboe, Horn and Piano, 21 minutes.
MC-9575 . . . $20.00

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