James Curnow

An ideal first play-along book of classical pieces suitable for players who have only been playing for a few weeks. There are 18 classic melodies many of which will be instantly recognized even by beg...

From Rimsky-Korsakov's opera Snow Maiden, 'Dance of the Tumblers' is considered to be one of this composer's most well known themes. Although brief in duration, this vibrant and energetic dance contai...

From Rimsky-Korsakov's opera Snow Maiden, 'Dance of the Tumblers' is considered to be one of this composer's most well known themes. Although brief in duration, this vibrant and energetic dance contai...

Franz Joseph Haydn's famous melody from the second movement of the Emperor Quartet (String Quartet, Op. 76) was the basis for the national anthem of Austria for more than a century, and is frequently...

Franz Joseph Haydn's famous melody from the second movement of his Emperor Quartet (String Quartet, Op. 76) was the basis for the national anthem of Austria for more than a century and is frequently h...

Franz Joseph Haydn's famous melody from the second movement of the Emperor Quartet (String Quartet, Op. 76) was the basis for the national anthem of Austria for more than a century, and is frequently...

Dieses Werk von James Curnow ist in einem anspruchsvollen und dynamischen Stil geschrieben und klingt beeindruckender, als es die leichte Schwierigkeitsstufe vermuten lässt. Es beginnt mit einer rhyth...

Dieses Werk von James Curnow ist in einem anspruchsvollen und dynamischen Stil geschrieben und klingt beeindruckender, als es die leichte Schwierigkeitsstufe vermuten lässt. Es beginnt mit einer rhyth...

Celebration was written for and dedicated to a promising young musician and leader whose life was needlessly taken by a drunk driver. To capture the spririt of this fine young person, Curnow uses exce...

Here's a superb way to introduce your band to the joys of early instrumental music. Jim Curnow's well-conceived transcription is based on three 16th Century dances by Susato: I. Las Mourisque (Basse D...

Tauchen Sie ein in die feurige und leidenschaftliche Welt von Georges Bizets berühmtem Opern-Meisterwerk: Mit der „Suite from Carmen“ bringt der renommierte Arrangeur James Curnow die unvergesslichen...

Dvorak/Curnow - Grade 3

Über diese gut gemachte und leicht zugängliche Bearbeitung des Klassikers Karneval der Tiere von Camille Saint-SaÙns werden sich sicherlich nicht nur Dirigenten von Jugendblasorchestern freuen. James...

Tielman Susato ist einer der wichtigsten, einfl ussreichsten Komponisten der Renaissance und damit gerade für jüngere Musiker ideal, um mit den Klängen dieser Epoche vertraut zu werden. James Curnow i...

Aus Antonin Dvoraks umfangreichem und exzellentem Gesamtwerk kennen jüngere Musiker oft, wenn überhaupt, nur ein einziges Thema aus einer seiner Sinfonien. Doch es war die erste Reihe seiner Slawische...

James Curnow skillfully brings one of Tchaikovsky's most memorable symphonic themes to the concert band stage with this new arrangement. It's always a good idea to let your band members become familia...

This is sure to be one of those orchestral transcriptions that finds a permanent place in the realm of concert band literature. Holst's ability to develop and explore folk melodies with rich, lyrical...

In this unique adaptation of Prokofiev's most recognizable work, James Curnow has made the traditional narrator optional for concert performances. Impeccably scored in a playable setting. (Grade 3)

The Suite for Variety Orchestra, No. 1 (1956) is a work by Dmitri Shostakovich in eight movements that draw from the composer's earlier themes. The first of these movements is the delightful 'March' o...

Perfect for your young band's first festival, Haydn's GYPSY RONDO, skillfully arranged by James Curnow, lets you explore the classic style. Playing classical music is a great way to encourage control...

It has been said, and wisely so, that if you wish to find TRULY dramatic music, look to opera. This is an essentially complete transcription of Act IV of Umberto Giordano's tragic opera ANDREA CHENIER...

Paul Curnow's setting of Grieg's famous work, written specifically for young musicians, allows them to enjoy one of the most enduring pieces of orchestral literature! Dynamics, tempo control, the famo...

Everyone knows Berlioz' famous 'Symphony Fantastique, ' and now here's an opportunity for your band to explore another gem from this important composer. The sheer simplicity of this lovely music and p...