Selections from the Paul Barker Music Catalogue are new, sensibly priced, quality music for School Choirs, Training/Flexi-Bands, GCSE, A' Level, IB Solo/Ensemble Performance Examinations/Recitals. We help to make Music Education a little easier!
Selections from the Paul Barker Music Catalogue are new, sensibly priced, quality music for School Choirs, Training/Flexi-Bands, GCSE, A' Level, IB Solo/Ensemble Performance Examinations/Recitals. We help to make Music Education a little easier!
Built on the success of our ‘Pachelbel’s Canon Rock’ this piece develops Mozart’s main themes supported by a driving rhythmic section. This is a fantastic way to introduce your band and audience to one of the most famous pieces ever composed. Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance !
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rhythm Section Backing Track MP3
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 2:50
Level: Beginner - Intermediate (UK Grades 1-5 and USA Grade 2)
Occasion: Concert - Small/Large Scale - Formal or Informal
Orchestration: Flexi-Band - Mix and Match Orchestration - C -Bb - Eb - F -Viola/Bass Clef Nuvo Instruments - Piano - Lead & Rhythm Guitar (Chords/TAB) - Bass Guitar
Drum Kit - Tuned and Untuned Percussion
The Flexi-Band Pop Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Piano, Drum Kit, Rhythm Guitar and Bass Guitar provide strong harmonic and rhythmical support for common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Viola/Bass Clef instruments including lead guitar and Nuvo instruments.
See our many other titles in this series!
‘Stringtando’ is a contemporary and lively orchestral work suitable for intermediate/higher level String Orchestras and smaller Chamber Groups. Wonderfully playful both melodically and harmonically together with an instantly memorable theme make this concert piece original and refreshing for both your players and audience.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Piano Accompaniment MP3
YouTube Link for Students
Idea for GCSE/A’Level and IB Music Solo Performances
Duration: 2:55
Level: Intermediate - Advanced
Occasion: General Concert - Competition - Recital
Orchestration: Violin - Piano/Keyboard
‘East Bay Beat’ has memorable melodic riffs and a haunting groove your audience and ensemble will love. This dynamic piece makes no apologies for being a show stealer! Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rhythm Section Backing Track Mp3
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 2:25
Level: Early Intermediate - Intermediate (UK Grades 3+ and USA Grade 2+)
Occasion: General Concert - Band Repertoire - Ensemble Examinations
Orchestration: Flexi-Band (Mix & Match Orchestration)
The Flexi-Band Pop Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Piano, Rhythm Guitar, Drum Kit and Bass Guitar provide strong harmonic and rhythmical support for common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Viola/Bass Clef instruments and Lead Guitar.
‘Parallel Lines’ is a dynamic new work for Tenor Saxophone and Piano inspired by minimalist stylistics which explore parallel motifs, harmony and angular themes. Suitable for all types of concerts, recitals and examinations throughout the year.
Duration: 2.35
Level: Intermediate - Intermediate
Occasion: Concert - Small/Large Scale - Formal or Informal - Examinations, Recitals and Competitions
Orchestration: Tenor Saxophone Solo - Piano
Ideal for GCSE/A’level/IB Music Solo Performance.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Piano Accompaniment MP3
YouTube Link for Students
Everything you need to stage a powerful rock instrumental with driving rhythms and memorable themes. This piece is instantly an audience hit and players will love the energy and drive it creates. Suitable for anywhere in your concert programme - anytime of year. Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance !
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rhythm Section Backing Track MP3
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 2:20
Level: Beginner - Intermediate (UK Grades 1-5 and USA Grade 2)
Occasion: Concert - Informal - Music Examinations
Instrumentation: C -Bb - Eb - F -Viola/Bass Clef - Nuvo Instruments - Piano - Lead & Rhythm Guitar Bass Guitar - Drum Kit - Tuned and Untuned Percussion
The Flexi-Band Pop series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Piano, Drum Kit and Bass Guitar provide strong harmonic and rhythmical support for common combinations of instruments in C, Bb, Eb and F. Viola /BassClef clef included
with Guitar Chords, Guitar Tab and Drum Kit notation.
See our many other titles in this series!
Everything you need to stage a powerful rock instrumental with driving rhythms and memorable themes – suitable for both adults and students. This piece is instantly an audience hit and players will love the energy and drive it creates. Suitable for anywhere in your concert programme and also for Music Examination purposes.
Duration: 2:20
Level: Intermediate/Grade 5-6
Occasion: Concert - Informal - Music Examinations
Instrumentation: Lead Guitar - Rhythm Guitar (Chords) - Bass Guitar - Piano/Keyboard - Drum Kit
Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance!
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rhythm Section Accompaniment MP3
YouTube Link for Students
‘Vivaldi’s 4 Seasons – Winter Ballad’ is another great arrangement in a rock/popular style for Training Orchestras/Bands and Flexi-Ensembles. Strong melodic lines of the famous ‘Autumn’ theme and modern harmonic lines supported by a robust rhythm section make this suitable for any combination of players and complement the other pop arrangements of ‘Vivaldi’s 4 Seasons’ in this collection.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rhythm Section Backing Track Mp3
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 2:20
Level: Beginner - Intermediate (UK Grades 1-5 and USA Grade 2)
Occasion: Concert - Small/Large Scale - Formal or Informal
Orchestration: Flexi-Band - Mix and Match Orchestration - C -Bb - Eb - F -Viola/Bass Clef Nuvo Instruments - Piano - Lead & Rhythm Guitar Bass Guitar- Drum Kit - Tuned and Untuned Percussion
Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance !
See our many other titles in this series!
‘The Swing Katz’ is fun concert piece in a swing style for Training Orchestras, Bands and Flexi-Ensembles. Strong melodic and harmonic lines supported by a robust rhythm section make this suitable for any combination of players. ‘The Swing Katz’ would complement your concert programme to make your training group sound extra cool. Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance!
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rhythm Section Backing Track Mp3
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 1:35
Level: Beginner - Intermediate (UK Grades 1-5 and USA Grade 2)
Occasion: Concert - General Performance - Informal
Instrumentation: C -Bb - Eb - F -Viola/Bass Clef - Nuvo Instruments - Piano - Lead & Rhythm Guitar Bass Guitar - Drum Kit - Tuned and Untuned Percussion
The Flexi-Band Pop Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Piano, Drum Kit, Rhythm Guitar and Bass Guitar provide strong harmonic and rhythmical support for common combinations of including lead guitars and Nuvo instruments.
See our many other titles in this series!
At times angular, sometimes syncopated, dissonant and consonant but always enchanting - this is the Enigma! Enjoy the challenge of performing this new musical Enigma for all popular solo instruments and piano.
Duration: 3:00
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & USA 3+)
Occasion: Concert/Recital/Examinations - Formal/Informal
Orchestration: Alto Saxophone & Piano
Ideal for GCSE and IB/A’Level Performance
Also available for Violin, Viola, Cello, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Tenor Saxophone, Electric and Acoustic Guitar.
At times angular, sometimes syncopated, dissonant and consonant but always enchanting - this is the Enigma! Enjoy the challenge of performing this new musical Enigma for all popular solo instruments and piano.
Duration: 3:00
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & USA 3+)
Occasion: Concert/Recital/Examinations - Formal/Informal
Orchestration: Electric Lead/Acoustic Guitar & Piano
Ideal for GCSE and IB/A’Level Performance
Also available for Violin, Viola, Cello, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Alto/Tenor Saxophone and Acoustic Guitar.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
At times angular, sometimes syncopated, dissonant and consonant but always enchanting - this is the Enigma! Enjoy the challenge of performing this new musical Enigma for all popular solo instruments and piano.
Duration: 3:00
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & USA 3+)
Occasion: Concert/Recital/Examinations - Formal/Informal
Orchestration: Violin & Piano
Ideal for GCSE and IB/A’Level Performance.
Also available for Viola, Cello, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Alto/Tenor Saxophone, Electric and Acoustic Guitar.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Special offer on all 11 of our Flexi-Band Pop Series titles - a great way to add to your music performance library for all your ensemble needs!
Backing track included suitable for online and personal practice featuring the rhythm section of the arrangement to perform with. Ideal for schools who need to keep their performers engaged in rehearsals!
Beethoven’s ‘Für Elise’ is another great ‘Classical’ arrangement in our popular Rock - Style series for all types of Flexi-Ensembles. Built on the success of our ‘Pachelbel’s Canon Rock,’ this piece develops Beethoven’s memorable themes through a fusion of Samba and Rock styles. This is a fantastic way to introduce your band and audience to one of the most famous pieces ever composed!
Idea for GCSE Solo and Ensemble Performance
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 2:20
Level: Early Intermediate - Intermediate (UK Grades 3+ and USA Grade 2+)
Occasion: General Concert - Band Repertoire - Ensemble Examinations
Orchestration: Flexi-Band (Mix & Match Orchestration)
The Flexi-Band Classical Pop Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Piano, Drum Kit, Rhythm Guitar and Bass Guitar provide strong harmonic and rhythmical support for common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Viola/Bass Clef instruments including lead guitar and Nuvo instruments.
‘Parallel Lines’ is a dynamic new work for Alto Saxophone and Piano inspired by minimalist stylistics which explore parallel motifs, harmony and angular themes. Suitable for all types of concerts, recitals and examinations throughout the year.
Duration: 2.35
Level: Intermediate - Intermediate
Occasion: Concert - Small/Large Scale - Formal or Informal - Examinations, Recitals and Competitions
Orchestration: Alto Saxophone Solo - Piano
Ideal for GCSE/A’Level/IB Music Solo Performance.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Piano Accompaniment MP3
YouTube Link for Students
'Ode to Joy ’ is fun arrangement in a rock style for Training Orchestras, Bands and Flexi-Ensembles. Strong melodic and harmonic lines supported by a robust rhythm section make this suitable for any combination of players. Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance and general Training/Flexi- repertoire!
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rhythm Section Backing Track Mp3
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 1:30
Level: Beginner - Intermediate (UK Grades 1-5 and USA Grade 2)
Occasion: General Concert
Instrumentation: C -Bb - Eb - F -Viola/Bass Clef - Nuvo Instruments - Piano - Lead & Rhythm Guitar Bass Guitar - Drum Kit - Tuned and Untuned Percussion
Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance and general Training/Flexi- repertoire!
The Flexi-Band Pop Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Piano, Drum Kit, Rhythm Guitar and Bass Guitar provide strong harmonic and rhythmical support for common combinations of including lead guitars and Nuvo instruments.
‘Parallel Lines’ is a dynamic new work for Clarinet in Bb and Piano inspired by minimalist stylistics which explore parallel motifs, harmony and angular themes. Suitable for all types of concerts, recitals and examinations throughout the year.
Duration: 2.35
Level: Intermediate - Intermediate
Occasion: Concert - Small/Large Scale - Formal or Informal - Examinations, Recitals and Competitions
Orchestration: Clarinet in Bb Solo - Piano
Ideal for GCSE/A’Level/IB Music Solo Performance.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Piano Accompaniment MP3
YouTube Link for Students
Head into the night with this moody rock/pop number in our fabulous Flexi-Band Pop Series. ‘Night Train’ features mystical riffs and rhythmic patterns to take your audience on a magical journey any time of year. Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance !
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rhythm Section Backing Track Mp3
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 2:30
Level: Early Intermediate - Intermediate (UK Grades 3+ and USA Grade 2+)
Occasion: General Concert - Band Repertoire - Ensemble Examinations
Orchestration: Flexi-Band (Mix & Match Orchestration)
The Flexi-Band Pop Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Piano, Rhythm Guitar Drum Kit and Bass Guitar provide strong harmonic and rhythmical support for common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Viola/Bass Clef instruments and Lead Guitar.
At times angular, sometimes syncopated, dissonant and consonant but always enchanting - this is the Enigma! Enjoy the challenge of performing this new musical Enigma for all popular solo instruments and piano.
Duration: 3:00
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & USA 3+)
Occasion: Concert/Recital/Examinations - Formal/Informal
Orchestration: Cello & Piano
Ideal for GCSE and IB/A’Level Performance
Also available for Violin, Viola, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Alto/Tenor Saxophone, Electric and Acoustic Guitar.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
At times angular, sometimes syncopated, dissonant and consonant but always enchanting - this is the Enigma! Enjoy the challenge of performing this new musical Enigma for all popular solo instruments and piano.
Duration: 3:00
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & USA 3+)
Occasion: Concert/Recital/Examinations - Formal/Informal
Orchestration: Viola & Piano
Ideal for GCSE and IB/A’Level Performance
Also available for Violin, Cello, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Alto/Tenor Saxophone, Electric and Acoustic Guitar.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Get into the groove with this original work in our fabulous Flexi-Band Pop Series. ‘Souled Out’ features memorable riffs and rhythmic patterns and is suitable for performance any time of year. Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance !
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rhythm Section Backing Track MP3
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 2:10
Level: Early Intermediate - Intermediate (UK Grades 3+ and USA Grade 2+)
Occasion: General Concert - Band Repertoire - Ensemble Examinations
Orchestration: Flexi-Band (Mix & Match Orchestration)
The Flexi-Band Pop Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Piano, Rhythm Guitar Drum Kit and Bass Guitar provide strong harmonic and rhythmical support for common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Viola/Bass Clef instruments and Lead Guitar.