James Curnow

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...

Here is an opportunity to expose your band to the delightful, graceful music of Edvard Grieg. This elegant arrangement of his famous piano tune offers a wide array of learning possibilities with regar...

Tschaikowskis Album for the Young trägt den unverwechselbaren Stempel eines kompositorischen Meisterwerkes. James Curnow hat in seiner Bearbeitung den Kern dieses viersätzigen Stückes sorgfältig bewah...

Jeder junge Musiker sollte sich mit den großen Komponisten vertraut machen. Daher sind gute Transkriptionen im geeigneten Schwierigkeitsgrad sehr wichtig. In dieser Bearbeitung der Akademischen Festou...

James Curnows beliebte 'Renaissance Suite' mit den unverwechselbaren Tanzsätzen von Tielman Susato ist nun auch für flexibles Ensemble verfügbar und eine großartige Wahl für jedes Konzert!

Achtzehn beliebte Titel der großen klassischen Meister, kindgerecht in leichten bis mittelschweren Bearbeitungen jungen Instrumentalisten zugänglich gemacht - das ist Play the Great Masters! Mit den B...

Edvard Grieg is probably the best known of all Norwegian composers. He was one of the most important figures during the nationalistic romantic period and his music always contained the essence of this...

Achtzehn beliebte Titel der großen klassischen Meister, kindgerecht in leichten bis mittelschweren Bearbeitungen jungen Instrumentalisten zugänglich gemacht - das ist Play the Great Masters! Mit den B...

Now available in a full arrangement for younger players, here is Grieg's famous movement with the familiar accelerando and the big applause-seeking ending. A well-known classic that will please most a...

Based on the spiritual Little David, Play Your Harp, James Curnow combines an American orchestral style with contemporary harmonies and orchestration to craft an impressive movement for strings. Simpl...

Based on the spiritual Little David, Play Your Harp, James Curnow combines an American orchestral style with contemporary harmonies and orchestration to craft an impressive movement for strings. Simpl...

In a moderate tempo, this learning piece is perfect for introducing common rhythms in 3/4 meter.

Long known for his effective writing for school groups, James Curnow's newest opus features strong diatonic lines, rhythmic backgrounds, and interesting parts for all players in a one-tempo setting.

Long known for his effective writing for school groups, James Curnow's newest opus features strong diatonic lines, rhythmic backgrounds, and interesting parts for all players in a one-tempo setting.

In the style of a lively hoedown, here is an entertaining fast-paced number thats fun to perform and will sound great with string ensembles. There is plenty of built in contrasts and easy fiddle styli...

In the style of a lively hoedown, here is an entertaining fast-paced number thats fun to perform and will sound great with string ensembles. There is plenty of built in contrasts and easy fiddle styli...

James Curnow brings us a new programmatic work that's fresh and appealing to string orchestras. In several contrasting styles and tempi, it gives a dark, bold sense of drama and offers several playing...

James Curnow brings us a new programmatic work that's fresh and appealing to string orchestras. In several contrasting styles and tempi, it gives a dark, bold sense of drama and offers several playing...