When Irish Eyes Are Smiling by Ryan Haines. For little big band (Alto sax, Tenor sax, Baritone sax, 2 Trumpets, 1 Trombone, Rhythm). Medium. Score and set of parts. Published by Walrus Music Publishing (WA.60263). This bossa setting of the turn of the century classic uses smooth altered chord changes and features trumpet 2 on flugel. Solo chords included in everyone's parts. Alternate part included to feature alto sax in place of trumpet 2. Trumpet 1 to one written high D. A,T,B,2 Trps, 1 Bone, Rhy.

O Praise the Lord of Heaven by Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958). For 2 SATB choirs and semi-chorus. Choral. Octavo. Published by Stainer & Bell Ltd. (ST.W220). ISBN 979-0-2202-2208-5. Choral.

Nick Barber's English Selection by Nick Barber. For C Instruments. Songbook. British Isles. Beginning-Intermediate. Book. 40 pages. Published by Dave Mallinson Publications (MB.AP109). ISBN 9781899512775. British Isles. 8.25" x 11.75" inches. This book was compiled for musicians who, though competent on their instrument, would like some help getting involved in the English folk session scene. It follows on from a previous Mally publication, Nick Barber's English Choice. A music session is like a conversation, and in order to take part you need certain basic tools. If youire going to join in with the tunes you hear being played, you need to know which tunes to expect. And if you plan to learn these tunes, you will probably find a printed version of the tune useful. If you plan to start a set of tunes during a session, you need to know which tunes other musicians would be likely to know and join in with. This book aims to present a selection of tunes for this purpose. Because there is an element of fashion in the repertoire of any session, I have tried to select tunes which have been around for years, and which no doubt will still be played for years to come. Wherever possible I have noted the sources of the tunes. If you like a particular tune, I would urge you to pursue it a little and go to the source, whether this is a manuscript, a published book, a recording or a real live musician. In the words of Barry Callaghan, "Tunes. . . have a life story, and have participated in the life stories of the countless musicians who have played them. . . they all come trailing their history." He goes on to encourage us to "look for the life stories as we meet further tunes". You will notice that I have included a few tunes of French and Danish origin - these tunes have been taken on board by English session players, and are played in an English style.

Learn to Play the Flute in the Traditional Irish Style by Mickie Zekley. For Flute. Methods. Lark in the Morning. Celtic/Irish. Beginning-Intermediate. DVD. Duration 55 minutes. Published by Lark in the Morning (MB.DVD183). Instruction on how to hold the flute, embouchure and breathing technique (the secret of Irish flute tone.) Mickie Zekley (the founder of Lark In The Morning) demystifies ornamentation including taps, cuts, rolls, multiple rolls, slides, triplets, finger vibrato, and diaphragm pulsing. Also included are examples of tunes in different rhythms including the jig, slip jig, reel, hornpipe, polka and air. Most of the techniques taught can also be applied to the pennywhistle and modern flute.

Prelude on the hymn tune 'Rhosymedre' by Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958). For piano. Piano & keyboard music. Published by Stainer & Bell Ltd. (ST.H465). ISBN 979-0-2202-2222-1.

A Cambridge Mass (Vocal Score) by Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958). For SATB solo, double chorus and orchestra. Vocal Score. Published by Stainer & Bell Ltd. (ST.D99). ISBN 979-0-2202-2301-3.

Harp & Voice by Laurie Riley. For Harp (Folk/Celtic). Rhythm/Backup. Lark in the Morning. Celtic/Irish. Multiple Levels. DVD. Duration 55 minutes. Published by Lark in the Morning (MB.DVD169). This is an excellent guide introducing simple techniques that will enable you to develop your own accompaniment arrangements, freeing you from written music and enhancing your creative ability. Easy-to-understand explanations of techniques for all levels.

Doumbek With Jonathan Kessler by Jonathan Kessler. For Percussion. Methods. Lark in the Morning. World Music. Multiple Levels. DVD. Published by Lark in the Morning (MB.DVD105). The Dumbek DVD covers beginning to advanced techniques in the Arabic drumming style - the clearest, most exciting way to play the dumbek. Features unique "play along" sections accompanied by a full band so you can apply the rhythms in a musical setting. It takes you through simple rhythms in an easy to learn manner. You'll learn these important Middle Eastern rhythms: Beledi, Maqsum, Chiftetelli, Malfuf, Khaligi, Ayyub and Karsilamas. You'll also learn advanced skills such as switching rhythms and developing your internal time sense, as well as how to play dumbek for bellydancers.

Oud with John Varton by John Varton. For Oud. Methods. Lark in the Morning. World Music. Beginning. DVD. Duration 29 minutes. Published by Lark in the Morning (MB.DVD108). This instructional video by John Vartan for the oud (the Arabic lute) teaches you all the basics including: History, Design, Styles, Tuning,Technical Information, Picking Technique, Scales, Exercises, Flats and Sharps, Modes or Maqams and includes musical examples to play along with. Video is for out tuned EABEAD.

Earth Rhythms Catalog Volume 2. (Rhythms from the Balkans, Near East and Middle East). By Ivan Krillzarin. For Percussion. Rhythm/Backup. World Music. Multiple Levels. Book + Online Audio. 72 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc (MB.21403). ISBN 9780786675784. World Music. 8.5" x 11" inches. The most complete and comprehensive book ever published on Dumbek (Darbuka) rhythms. Transcribed for Drumset, Bongo and Bass, Earth Rhythms Catalog Volume 2 covers traditional folk, ceremonial, festival and belly dance rhythms of the Balkans, Near East and Middle East. (Includes Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Syria, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Iraq, Iran, Greece, Turkey and more.) Accurately transcribed and recorded these authentic and ancient rhythms are presented in a format that is applicable to all levels (from beginners to advanced) of drummers and bass players. The 63 great rhythms on the companion audio are a fabulous source of information for all musicians and composers. Earth Rhythms Catalog Volume 1 is available from Mel Bay Publications (MB20071BCD) and presents rhythms from Africa, Brazil, Latin America and the Caribbean.