This is a trio realization of a piece by the 17th century Spanish guitarist Gaspar Sanz. I have avoided the temptation to "plump it up" so that the simple charm of Sanz' music is maintained and to keep it accessible to as many guitarists as possible. The dynamics and colour changes are editorial; the ornaments are from Sanz' manuscript.

Canarios (Guitar Trio)

These are 3 short dances for Violin, Cello, and Piano accompaniment. They are supposed to be played gracefully and expressive. They are not difficult pieces to perform.

Three Easy Dances for Trio (Violin, Cello, Piano)

Chanson De Matin by Edward Elgar arranged here for Wind Quartet.
Price is for full score and parts
Considered as part of repertoire, recital, encore or use as incidental music at a wedding 
Placed as advanced intermediate, although some parts should be fine for the intermediate player

Chanson De Matin for Wind Quartet

The Spiritual that was quoted by Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. in his famous 1963 "I Have a Dream" speech has now been freshly arranged as a duet for Bb-Trumpet and French Horn with Piano accompaniment. Accessible and appropriate for any church, school or concert setting.

Free At Last (Duet for Bb-Trumpet and French Horn)

This arrangement has just a few thick, lush jazz chords.  The chords in the left hand are all voiced so that changes are very easy.  Harmony in the right hand is primarily thirds.  The setting is soft and meditative.  This is perfect for the late elementary or early intermediate pianist.  ASCAP

Silent Night (piano) early intermediate

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Die Forelle for Medium Voice in B-flat Major

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Hungarian March 

La Petit Reunion - Flute Trio

La Candeur

Six Sonatas Op.34 were originally composed by Boismortier for three melodic instruments (violins, flutes, etc.) and basso continuo on 1731. Op.34-4 consists of the following movements; I. Vivace, II. Presto, III. Largo, IV. Presto. Rich composition with simple music notes.
There are part notes in A and in Bb for Clarinet I, II, III, for player's convenience.

Sonata Op.34-4 for Clarinet Quartet

Litanei for Low Voice in Db major

Fantasie-Impromptu" F. Chopin. Piano solo Simplified version
The very famous piece of Chopin, has been simplified in a number of ways:
1 I have arranged it in the key of C minor instead of C sharp minor which is for ease of reading and playing.
2 Probably the most important- the challenge for this piece was always the 4 against 3 poly rhythm throughout- I have changed this, so the left hand plays quavers, whilst the right hand maintains the semiquavers- the result means that at speed, there is very little difference- but a massive difference in the co-ordination and playability.
3 I have left the accents in, and also included a small amount of essential fingering.
4 The middle section is now in C major instead of D flat which is a huge difference.The even 7's in the middle section have been readjusted to fit the left hand. 
The piece is still challenging, but far less so. Advanced Intermediate level. 12 pages-  5mins 30secs.

"Fantasie-Impromptu" F. Chopin. Piano solo Simplified version

Rachmaninoff: Vocalise for Tuba and Piano 
Intermediate level - Digital Download
Composed by Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943). Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Romantic Period, Repertoire, Technique Training, Wedding, Recital. Score, Set of Parts. 13 pages. 
Published by Jmsgu3 Publications S0.336217. Sergei Rachmaninoff: Vocalise Op. 34 No. 14. Score: 7 pages, 41 measures. Duration: ca. 6:33. Solo part: 2 pages, Piano part: 4 pages. Very famous composition with a distinctly melancholy flavor. Suitable for Lent or Easter meditations, receptions, weddings, recitals, school performances, and concert encores.

Vocalise is a song that Sergei Rachmaninoff in fact composed 1915. It represents, as can be seen, the final entry of his 14 Romances, Op. 34. He wrote it generally speaking for high voice with piano accompaniment. There are no words, but with this in mind, it is usually sung on a vowel that the singer chooses.  He provided a dedication by and large to the famous soprano Antonina Nezhdanova.

Rachmaninoff Background
Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873 –1943) was a famous Russian concert pianist, and in fact also a composer, during the Romantic period. Some of his compositions are in short among the most famous in the entire Romantic repertoire. Rachmaninoff was born into a musical family on the whole and began studying the piano at only four years of age. In due time, he graduated from Moscow Conservatory in 1892. By then, he had in essence already composed several works for piano and a few orchestral pieces as well.  However, In 1897, music critics reacted negatively to his first symphony.  As a result, Rachmaninoff was clinically depressed for four years. During this time, he composed very little.  Eventually, successful therapy allowed him to complete his Piano Concerto No. 2. In contrast, it was ardently received by the critics. Rachmaninoff conducted at the Bolshoi Theatre, then eventually relocated to Dresden, Germany.  During this time, he first toured the United States

Move to America
Rachmaninoff and his family meanwhile left Russia following the Russian Revolution in 1918. They settled, to begin with, in New York City. He performed on the piano and by and large conducted performances of his music for a living.  For a while, his busy tour schedule meant he had, on the whole, no time to compose. In fact, between 1918 and 1943, he finished just six works, including Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Symphony No. 3, and Symphonic Dances. Generally speaking, he moved to Beverly Hills in 1942 for health reasons. Rachmaninoff was granted American citizenship ultimately one month before he died.  

Legacy
In Rachmaninoff's compositions, we see all in all the early influences of Tchaikovsky, Rimsky-Korsakov, Balakirev, Mussorgsky, and other Russian composers. These influences, in any event, seem to relinquish to his personal style of melodicism and orchestral color. Rachmaninoff obviously highlighted the piano often in his works.  In essence, he employed his pianistic skills to explore the more sensitive potentials of the instrument.

Rachmaninoff: Vocalise for Tuba and Piano

Angels We Have Heard Can Swing is a jazzy (swing) arrangement for beginning clarinet quartet (3 Bb clarinets &amp;  1 bass clarinet).  The highest note is "D" on the treble staff (which occurs in the 1st clarinet) and there are two accidentals in the first clarinet part "G#" and "B" natural that occur in just a couple places.  This would be a nice change of pace for the Christmas concert.  ASCAP

Angels We Have Heard Can Swing (Clarinet Quartet) Cl 1,2,3,BCl

"Solitude" for solo piano.
This piece is in the form of a Modern Romantic Nocturne- the melody is disguised within the quaver movement of the right hand.
There are different moods reflected within- a reflective opening in a minor key which leads to a gentle waltz like second section before returning the the first section. After this, the main melody goes into the major key drawing passionate chords towards the finale, finishing with a reflective ending back in the minor key.
The level is advanced intermediate I assume, but a competent intermediate pianist will be fine with it.
It is very suitable for concerts, recitals, repertoire, and technique and training, with particular emphasis on musical shape and phrasing.

"Solitude" for Solo Piano

Frost Fall

Two of the most beloved hymns that are used during the Advent season have been combined, creating a tender new anthem that is scored for a Trombone solo with Piano accompaniment. Accessible and appropriate for any church or concert setting.

O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (with "Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence") (Trombone solo and Piano)

Sleeping Beauty Waltz

8 Christmas Saxophone Duets. Grade 1-2.

Jingle Bells, We Wish You A Merry Christmas, Good King Wenceslas, O Little Town Of Bethlehem, Silent Night,Hark The Herald Angels Sing, Deck The Halls and Ding Dong Merrily On High.

Check out my other duets too!

14 Easy Duets (Grades 0 to 2)
14 Fun Duets (Grades 2 to 4)
9 Spirituals (Grades 1 to 4)

There are also some trios and quartets too.

8 Christmas Duets For Saxophone

These 6 miniatures were written for classical guitar duet and are all in AB form in perfect symmetry of 16 measure sections. They are very musical and challenging to play. I call this work "Pictures" because I'm envisioning every miniature to represent a family picture. I titled each miniature to hint at what the picture might look like. An audio sample is provided so you can hear the entire compositions.

Six Guitar Miniatures for Guitar Duet "Pictures"

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On January 28, 1986, the space shuttle challenger exploded on takeoff, resulting in the death of its entire crew. This evocative piece recalls the event, the tragedy, and the fresh resolve to continue space exploration in its wake.

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Cheeky Cha Cha

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The first movement of the composer's "Sea Symphony", "The Sea Means Freedom" hearkens back to the days of wooden tall ships and the excitement of the open sea. This advanced work will give each section of the band a chance to shine while vividly inspiring visions of vast oceans that call to intrepid adventurers.

The Sea Means Freedom (1st Movement of "Sea Symphony")

This Concert Fanfare celebrates the long running Estes Park Aerial Tramway, the first tramway in the nation constructed just for sightseeing. The festive nature of this piece, its short length, and the sparkling writing make it a perfect concert opener!

Ride The Aerial Tramway! (Concert Fanfare)

Fantasy On A Good King is an extended version of my arrangement of Good King Wenceslas above. It would be rated at 2.5 with multiple divided parts in most sections with a duration of almost 3 minutes. As GKW, it is a driving fanfare and not a traditional Christmas arrangement. It also has variations on the melody with multiple time signatures in one section. Your audience and band will really enjoy the excitement of this piece.

Fantasy On A Good King - Band

One of the most popular of the many U.S. patriotic songs has been freshly arranged with lush harmonies for a duet for C-Instruments with Piano accompaniment. Accessible and appropriate for any church, school or concert setting.

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This reflective composition for Alto Sax and Big Band will give your lead alto a chance to shine! A "Kenton-style" ballad, with big chords and straight eighths, this is a great tune to fill that slot in a concert that needs a rest from swing tunes. Dramatic brass writing and optional improv for the alto soloist make this a great choice.

Autumn Gold

Devils Backbone is a geologic formation just east of the Rockies in Northern Colorado known for its spikey, rattlesnake infested rock formations. The band takes a simple Nelhybel-esque theme and shares it from section to section, culminating in an exciting conclusion.

Devils Backbone - Dramatic Episode for Band

One of many compositions by the composer suggested by the mountain town of Estes Park, A Hike in Rocky is evocative of a lovely day in Rocky Mountain National Park. The walk begins gently but steadily builds to a stunning reveal of the top of the Rockies, concluding with a walk downhill back to the cabin, where one can put their feet up and end with a contented sigh.

A Hike In Rocky

An evocative piece for young band, "The Wounded Warrior" is a fitting tribute to our veterans and would be a perfect Veteran's Day choice. Everyone gets the melody at one point or another and the percussion provide a haunting ostinato.

The Wounded Warrior (Ceremonial March)

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The excitement of a big airport is brought to life in this evocative work, with every section getting a chance to shine.

Runway

Drawing inspiration from the beautiful Big Thompson Canyon of Colorado, the composer shares two contrasting moods - the cool, clear air of a morning enjoying the natural beauty, and the excitement of racing downhill on two wheels.

Air and Allegro (Biking the Canyon)

JINGLE BELL MARCH is a fun march for all types of young bands.  At the same time, an older group could have a lot of fun bringing out many of the “hidden” parts and is easy to work up for that annual Christmas parade! Though the main theme uses a march style of Jingle Bells, there are many other melodies used as counter melodies.  Be sure and bring out each of these on the repeats of each strain.

Jingle Bell March

Glory March

ENTRY MARCH Yes! This is in Bb minor but is still very playable for a young/small band. It has a very understated melody accompanied by a bass/percussion ostinato part that builds throughout the entire march. Low brass/WW are mostly unison and all voices are supported. The percussion is very repetitive with plenty of parts but can be played by a smaller section.

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