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Folk/Traditional Music Of West Virginia Arranged For Classical Guitar Ensemble, Júlio Ribeiro Alves Dec 2013

Folk/Traditional Music Of West Virginia Arranged For Classical Guitar Ensemble, Júlio Ribeiro Alves

Music Faculty Research

My motivation for writing this book grew from my desire to better understand the people and the music heritage of West Virginia and to share the findings of my experience, with the guitar community, in the form of guitar ensemble arrangements.


Developing Depth And Dimension: Instructional Tools And Practices To Facilitate And Encourage The Growth Of Young Jazz Musicians, Shauna E. Mcfaul May 2013

Developing Depth And Dimension: Instructional Tools And Practices To Facilitate And Encourage The Growth Of Young Jazz Musicians, Shauna E. Mcfaul

Lawrence University Honors Projects

Developing Depth and Dimension: A step-by-step, comprehensive introduction to the world of jazz for young musicians. This work begins with a philosophical discussion of the educational methods that are incorporated into the following games, lesson plans and writings. The project is directed toward students who have little to no experience playing jazz or improvising. It is meant to provide a foundation for continued success and development throughout their musical lives.


"Western Evening Vistas" For Concert Band, Dominic Dousa Feb 2013

"Western Evening Vistas" For Concert Band, Dominic Dousa

Dominic Dousa

A performance of my original composition by the UTEP Wind Symphony, conducted by Ron Hufstader.


A Dickson Tryprich: Hope Is The Thing With Features, There Came A Wind Like A Bugle, Blue Sea, Randall Snyder Jan 2013

A Dickson Tryprich: Hope Is The Thing With Features, There Came A Wind Like A Bugle, Blue Sea, Randall Snyder

Randall Snyder Compositions

instrumentation Flute 1 (Picc.) Flute 2 Oboe Bassoon Bb Clarinet 1 Bb Clarinet 2 Bb Clarinet 3 Bass Clarinet Alto Sa 1 Alto Sax 2 Tenor Sax Baritone Sax Soprano Alto Tenor Bass Bb Trumpet 1 Bb Trumpet 2 Horn 1 Horn 2 Trombone 1 Trombone 2 Tuba Timpani Percussion 1 Percussion 2