Arthur Frackenpohl

Marked 'groovy misterioso,' this swingin' version of the famous Mancini theme opens with both altos snapping their fingers while tenor and bari play the iconic intro. Later on lead alto takes an impro...

Das Arrangement enthält eine optionale achttaktige Improvisationspassage (ad lib oder wie notiert).

Das Arrangement enthält eine optionale achttaktige Improvisationspassage (ad lib oder wie notiert).

This appealing solo features four choruses of a chord-enhanced 12-bar blues progression. Some half-step glisses are used for extra flavor, and room for an optional improvised solo is included on the r...

This movement from the Bach Orchestral Suite No. 3 was originally written for strings, and has been scored here for solo instruments at a grade 3 level with piano accompaniment. Composer-violinist Aug...

Das Arrangement enthält eine optionale achttaktige Improvisationspassage (ad lib oder wie notiert).

Marked groovy misterioso, this swingin' version of the famous Mancini theme opens with trumpet and horn players snapping their fingers while low brasses play the iconic intro. Later on 2nd Trumpet tak...

Das Arrangement enthält eine optionale achttaktige Improvisationspassage (ad lib oder wie notiert).

In this exciting set of originals, Frackenpohl uses a distinctive combination of classic and contemporary forms, styles, meters and tonalities to feature the idiomatic strengths of experienced brass p...

Originally written by Kenneth Alford shortly after the start of the 20th century, Frackenpohl has done a masterful job scoring this tuneful march favorite. Everyone is called upon at one time or anoth...

American composer Arthur Frackenpohl (b. 1924) has written a significant amount of successful repertoire for the brass family. Concertino for tuba and piano reduction is no exception. Frackenpohl has...

Canadian Brass. For Double Brass Quintet.

In this exciting set of originals, Frackenpohl uses a distinctive combination of classic and contemporary forms, styles, meters and tonalities to feature the idiomatic strengths of experienced brass p...

Originally written for organ by Brahms in 1896, these chorales showcase the expressive potential of brass trio performance. Tempos are slow-to-moderate, contrapuntal textures beautiful, and ranges rea...

With a total duration of under three-and-a-half minutes, these Tschaikowsky excerpts may go pretty quickly, but they're guaranteed to earn high marks from players and listeners alike. In single moveme...

Starting with a very simple presentation of Beethoven's Ode To Joy played by tuba alone, this arrangement becomes progressively more complex, culminating in a strong, dramatic flourish at the end. Dur...

Das Arrangement enthält eine optionale achttaktige Improvisationspassage (ad lib oder wie notiert).

This tasteful collection of sacred music arranged for instrumental solo and piano accompaniment is a great addition to any musicians repertoire. All 10 pieces are graded at a 3-4 level.

This clever version of a enduring Berlin favorite uses an opening chorus followed by the verse, two more choruses and a coda. A colorful variety of meters, keys, tempos and dynamics guarantee a wonder...

These grade 4 settings of three piano rags hail from the early and late periods of the classical ragtime era (1899, 1915, 1916). Titles include: Maple Leaf Rag (Scott Joplin), Honeymoon Rag (James Sco...

Marked allegro vivace (quarter note = c. 144) at the beginning, this adaptation of Offenbach's most famous theme is the perfect program closer or encore for proficient quintets! Melody lines are share...

This suite of three famous arias from Puccini operas is the perfect addition to our catalog of instrumental solo literature for grade 3 performers. Titles include Musetta's Waltz (Quando Me'n Vo' from...

Originally written as a concerto for two violins, this impressive final movement is string ensemble writing that will give developing groups confidence, yet create a very musical performance with its...

This suite of three famous arias from Puccini operas is the perfect addition to our catalog of instrumental solo literature for grade 3 performers. Titles include Musetta's Waltz (Quando Me'n Vo' from...

Designed for proficient performers, this lively excursion in 2/4 includes occasional 3/4 measures and requires excellent execution of rhythms and articulations. Echo effects, a tenor solo, and a march...