Bernie Garzia

This new edition combines the contents of both books of the timeless Bach/Carroll collection (Schirmer's Library of Musical Classics). Editor Dr. Tsistaros is on the piano faculty of the University of...

The Romantic era style is exquisitely expressed in these elegant compositions by Christos Tsitsaros. Perhaps the composer's own words capture the sentiment best: To those who are blessed with the gift...

Greek mythology is the inspiration for this mythical triptych composed for piano solo by the masterful artist and pedagogue Christos Tsitsaros. Growing up in Cyprus, the composer was surrounded by his...

This intermediate-level book contains eight engaging, lyrical pieces in Romantic style. Christos Tsitsaros is a masterful composer, and his gift for musical-poetic imagery is evident in each of these...

Each of the seven solos is a dance written in a specific nationalistic Romantic style. Tsitsaros' lyrical talent and superb compositional skills are especially on display in Siciliana, a piece conceiv...

This humorously titled blues piece has enough energy and charm to captivate any student! Triplets and offbeats abound, so a good rhythmic sense is necessary. This is one the performer will remember lo...

Sure to become a classic, this modern sonatina is masterfully composed in three contrasting movements. The first movement is reminiscent of Kabalevsky's witty style; the second movement is an expressi...

The driving rhythm of the flowing 6/8 meter combines with spooky left-hand chords to create a furiously fast and fun recital piece! The repeating patterns make it a quick piece to learn and master.

Thula Baba is an African lullaby from the Zulu tribe that is a well-known melody through the continent. This a cappella arrangement maintains the gentle qualities of a mother's song to her child while...

Sing a new song is the translation of this song's Latin text and appropriate in this minimalistic setting. The short motives pulsate with energy, building in dynamic chord clusters and vibrancy. A gre...

Living in the moment' is a mantra and goal that is as easily forgotten as it is to pursue. The poem in this motet proclaims its value in colorful ways. Each verse is followed by a Latin phrase that co...

Living in the moment' is a mantra and goal that is as easily forgotten as it is to pursue. The poem in this motet proclaims its value in colorful ways. Each verse is followed by a Latin phrase that co...

A truly creative use of Fauré's 'Pavane' meshes with beautiful lyrics to create an anthem appropriate for Easter, Lent or any time. Effective use of contrasting textures and vocal lines gives an inter...

God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen receives an audacious overhaul in this enjoyable, new treatment. Some surprising syncopations and delightful detours open up into glorious sounds and vivacious fun. A grea...

God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen receives an audacious overhaul in this enjoyable, new treatment. Some surprising syncopations and delightful detours open up into glorious sounds and vivacious fun. A grea...

Here is a rebel piece of music that combines traditional sacred music with praise music. Beginning with the organ and a stately choir the text from II Chronicles 7:15-16 honors when God is with us in...

Based on Psalm 98:1-4, this ancient psalm of praise is redressed in modern classical sounds. Intertwined is the canonic melody from 19th century hymn-writer Lowell Mason, O Music. The combination hono...

Sometimes all you need is a title to get your attention. This is one sweet tune, with a clever word game in every phrase. Originally from an entire 'sweet' of clever word songs for SATB, this voicing...