Martin Rube

Orchestration: Strings (Violin 1, Violin 2, Viola, Cello, Bass) This piece was written in 1981 for the Scottish Baroque Ensemble. I wanted to give them a piece in a lighter style which could be used i...

Selected for the Albert McNeil Series, Jacqueline Hairston (Jester's niece) has penned a powerful spiritual arrangement that includes the traditional Thanksgiving hymn 'Come Ye Thankful People Come. '...

Musically satisfying for players and listeners, the two Handel minuets flow one to the other, creating one piece. The parts fit together beautifully so ensemble can be achieved without interminable re...

A first-year theory resource that works, creating interest through worksheets and music writing. For piano, piano class, or instruction on any instrument.

Continuing in this series, with emphasis on melody and harmony by discussing the make-up of scales and chords (triads).

Relative minor scales, cadences, chord progression, modulation, intervals, figured bass.

Introduction to form in simple examples of the Baroque, Classical and Romantic periods; counterpoint and simple four-part harmonic composition for the student.

Continuation of form through phrase/period construction; introduction of modes and polyrhythms.

by Edvard Grieg / arr. Virginia Speiden Carper

These two Purcell trumpet tunes are the two that are so frequently heard at weddings - each is a separate arrangement. The ensemble parts fit together beautifully. Musically satisfying for players and...