Eighth Note Publications

This polka, by British born composer Alfred Warren, follows the standard form that was all the rage at the turn of the Century. A smooth lyrical Introduction leads into a short cadenza moving into the...

A Souvenir, or Remembrance, is a short piece intended to evoke a particular mood. Souvenir du Passe is a short, 'Lisztian' salon or 'parlor' piece and was written for Warren's friend, Matthew Arbuckle...

This is a great piece by talented composer Daniel Thrower for unaccompanied trumpet. The music for Expressions was composed during one week that the American Brass Quintet visited Rexburg, Idaho in 20...

These Ten Stinkin' Fun Performance Etudes were originally called Advanced Technical Etudes. How drab! How unapproachable and unperformable! Several of the etudes have humorous twists or profound subtl...

Away is a very sentimental piece, and very romantic. It was originally scored for trumpet and harp, but due to chromatic difficulties, it was changed to piano. The wandering harmonies and sweeping mot...

Intrada for solo trumpet is a piece that is suitable as a Prelude for a church service or an opening number for a solo recital. The accompaniment can be played on a piano or an organ. There is some gr...

La Virgin de la Macarena is a traditional bullfighting song made famous by the great trumpet virtuoso Raphael Mendez. This version features a solo trumpet accompanied by 3 trumpets and 2 flugel horns...

Rag, Theme and Variations is a short fun tune for cornet and piano that is ideal at the end of a concert or as an encore. Presented here is a rag in its traditional, literal form that concludes and le...

This new work by Jeff Smallman is for unaccompanied trumpet. Set in 6 short movements of various moods, this piece demonstrates the colours at the disposal of a trumpet player. Accessible to high scho...

As the title suggests, this piece contains three dance-like movements that are very different in style. The fanfare figures are elegantly balanced against a smooth flowing line to create an interestin...

This very popular folk song is found in both England and North America. Although the tune is basically in a major key, the arranger has always felt this song to be quite sad so this version is in a mi...

The Meadow Lark-Polka Brillante is a fun solo for the e-flat cornet. Wide intervals, triple tonguing and technical flourishes make this piece exciting and interesting in a recital or concert. Carefull...

Let your tuba take center stage! With "Peaceful Fusion," published by Eighth Note Publications, you get a captivating and multifaceted work for tuba and piano. Contrary to its seemingly calm title, th...

This trombone solo is playable by a very good high school level player (about a grade 4 - 5 level). It has been recorded by all the great soloists and is a required piece on many competition lists. Th...

This compilation of familiar Italian melodies is sure to be a treat for performers and audiences. The piece includes sections from Vesti la Giubba from Pagliacci, Tarantella Napoletana, La Donna e Mob...

This is a colorful and ornate version of the Canadian national anthem for full orchestra. For a string orchestra version, there are two that can be found in our catalog: 81-STR111(grade 3) and 81-STR1...

This percussion ensemble (requiring 5 players) is an upbeat piece with the feeling reflecting a dance groove from medieval music. Although written in 6/8 time, parts of the composition use a polyrhyth...

Immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of Spain with "Tapas", published by Eighth Note Publications! This exhilarating work for percussion ensemble captures the unforgettable sights, sounds, and culin...

'A Dance On Three Legs' is a percussion ensemble piece with constantly shifting meter, hence the title. It also has constantly changing texture and dynamics to add interest. Six players are involved a...

This is an arrangement of Canada's national anthem for percussion ensemble. The two Bells parts create a nice duet while the Timpani and non pitched instruments add support. It can be performed as a B...

This majestic piece depicts a King's procession through a Medieval town. Grand and triumphant, the king parades past his subjects waving and greeting them. This piece allows for all members in the ens...