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!
Discover the charm of this renowned concert classic with our easily accessible arrangement, skilfully crafted for String Orchestra with optional Piano and Percussion. This title is also featured in our popular Easy Concert Classics Collection and is ideal for general concerts, recitals, and festivals. Includes a Violin II part which doubles the Viola.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Also, explore our extensive range of Christmas Holiday arrangements for the same instrumentation and level.
Level: Early Intermediate - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:25
Occasion: General Concert - Formal/Informal Occasions
Instrumentation: String Orchestra (Optional Piano and Percussion)
Discover the charm of this renowned concert classic with our easily accessible arrangement, skilfully crafted for String Orchestra with optional Piano and Percussion. This title is also featured in our popular Easy Concert Classics Collection and is ideal for general concerts, recitals, and festivals. Includes a Violin II part which doubles the Viola.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Also, explore our extensive range of Christmas Holiday arrangements for the same instrumentation and level.
Level: Early Intermediate - Grade 2+
Duration: 2:10
Occasion: General Concert - Formal/Informal Occasions
Instrumentation: String Orchestra (Optional Piano and Percussion)
Discover the charm of this renowned concert classic with our easily accessible arrangement, skilfully crafted for Full Orchestra with optional Piano and Percussion. This title is also featured in our popular Easy Concert Classics Collection and is ideal for general concerts, recitals, and festivals. Includes a Violin II part which doubles the Viola.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Also, explore our extensive range of Christmas Holiday arrangements for the same instrumentation and level.
Level: Early Intermediate - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:20
Occasion: General Concert - Formal/Informal Occasions
Instrumentation: Full Orchestra (Optional Piano and Percussion)
Discover the charm of this renowned concert classic with our easily accessible arrangement, skilfully crafted for String Orchestra with optional Piano and Percussion. This title is also featured in our popular Easy Concert Classics Collection and is ideal for general concerts, recitals, and festivals. A performance recording is available for rehearsal and performance accompaniment. Includes a Violin II part which doubles the Viola.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Also, explore our extensive range of Christmas Holiday arrangements for the same instrumentation and level.
Level: Early Intermediate - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:20
Occasion: General Concert - Formal/Informal Occasions
Instrumentation: String Orchestra (Optional Piano and Percussion)
The Skaters’ Waltz is a rich, graceful arrangement in our Classical Concert Series for Grade 2+ Flexible Instrumentation, Orchestras and Ensembles of all sizes. Perfect for mid-year concerts and more formal occasions.
Includes:
Score & Parts
Performance Recording MP3
YouTube LInk for Students
The Flexi-Band Classical Concert Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Suitable for all common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble, Viola, Bass Clef Orchestral/Band Instruments, Keyboards and percussion.
Level: Early Bands - Grade 2+
Duration: 2:30
Occasion: General Concert - Main Showpiece
Instrumentation: Flex-Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band Instruments, Keyboards & Percussion
Caprice by Paganini is a playful and spirited arrangement in our Classical Concert Series for Grade 2+ Flexible Instrumentation, Orchestras and Ensembles of all sizes. Perfect as a popular showpiece all year round.
Includes:
Score and Parts
Performance Recording MP3
YouTube Link for Students
The Flexi-Band Classical Concert Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Suitable for all common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble, Viola, Bass Clef Orchestral/Band Instruments, Keyboards and percussion.
Level: Early Bands - Grade 2+
Duration: 2:00
Occasion: General Concert - Main Showpiece - Competitions
Instrumentation: Flex-Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band Instruments, Keyboards & Percussion
The Mastersingers Overture is a powerful arrangement of Wagner’s famous Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg in our Classical Concert Series for Grade 2+ Flexible Instrumentation, Orchestras and Ensembles of all sizes. Perfect as a dramatic concert opener/finale or as a festival showpiece.
Includes:
Score and Parts
Performance Recording MP3
YouTube Link for Students
The Flexi-Band Classical Concert Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Suitable for all common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble, Viola, Bass Clef Orchestral/Band Instruments, Keyboards and percussion.
Level: Early Bands - Grade 2+
Duration: 2:40
Occasion: General Concert - Main Showpiece - Opener/Finale - Competitions - Festivals
Instrumentation: Flex-Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band Instruments, Keyboards & Percussion
Experience the ultimate ‘Instant Concert’ for early String players! Our First Concert Series offers dynamic, standalone pieces or a thrilling concert set. The first piece, Celebration ignites any general occasion such as a festival or graduation, while The Little Surprise Symphony enchants with playful pizzicatos and dynamics. Conclude with the epic Storm Raiders for a dramatic film-style finale. Violin III doubles Viola and Cello II with Bass. Optional Piano for rehearsal or performance.
Includes:
Score and Parts
Performance Recording
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early Strings Grade 1+
Duration: 3:30
Occasion: General Concert - Strings Repertoire - First Concert
Instrumentation: String Orchestra - Optional Piano
An easily accessible early level arrangement of this festive carol for Full Orchestra, optional Keyboard and Orchestral Percussion. A violin II which doubles the viola part is also included.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early Level Orchestra - Grade 2
Duration: 1:40
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Holiday Events
Instrumentation: Full Orchestra – Keyboard – Orchestral Percussion
An easily accessible early-level arrangement of this festive carol for String Orchestra, optional Keyboard and Orchestral Percussion. A violin II which doubles the viola part is also included.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early Level Orchestra - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:40
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Holiday Events
Instrumentation: String Orchestra – Keyboard – Orchestral Percussion
An easily accessible early-level arrangement of this festive carol for Full Orchestra, optional Keyboard and Orchestral Percussion. A violin II which doubles the viola part is also included.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early Level Orchestra - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:50
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Holiday Events
Instrumentation: Full Orchestra – Keyboard – Orchestral Percussion
An easily accessible early-level arrangement of this festive carol for String Orchestra, optional Keyboard and Orchestral Percussion. A violin II which doubles the viola part is also included.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early Level Orchestra - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:50
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Holiday Events
Instrumentation: String Orchestra – Keyboard – Orchestral Percussion
Experience the warmth and beauty of Christmas with a festive rendition of this beloved holiday tune in our Christmas Concert Series for Grade 2+ flex bands, orchestras and ensembles of all sizes. Easily accessible and fun to perform in your seasonal events time and time again.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
The Flexi-Band Classical Concert Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Suitable for all common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble, Viola, Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards & Percussion.
Level: Early Bands - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:40
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Holiday Events
Instrumentation: Flex-Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards & Percussion
Experience the warmth and beauty of Christmas with a soulful and classical rendition of this beloved holiday tune in our Christmas Concert Series for Grade 2+ flex bands, orchestras and ensembles of all sizes. Easily accessible and fun to perform in your seasonal events time and time again.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
The Flexi-Band Classical Concert Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Suitable for all common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble, Viola, Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards & Percussion.
Level: Early Bands - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:50
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Holiday Events
Instrumentation: Flex-Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards & Percussion
An easily accessible early-level arrangement of this festive carol for String Orchestra, optional Keyboard and Orchestral Percussion. A violin II which doubles the viola part is also included.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early Level Orchestra - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:45
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Holiday Events
Instrumentation: String Orchestra – Keyboard – Orchestral Percussion
An easily accessible early level arrangement of this festive carol for Full Orchestra, optional Keyboard and Orchestral Percussion. A violin II which doubles the viola part is also included.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early Level Orchestra - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:45
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Holiday Events
Instrumentation: Full Orchestra – Keyboard – Orchestral Percussion
Experience the splendor of Christmas with a rousing classical rendition of this beloved holiday tune in our Christmas Concert Series for Grade 2+ flex bands, orchestras and ensembles of all sizes. Easily accessible and fun to perform in your seasonal events time and time again.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
The Flexi-Band Classical Concert Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Suitable for all common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble, Viola, Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards & Percussion.
Level: Early Bands - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:45
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Holiday Events
Instrumentation: Flex-Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards & Percussion
‘Pachelbel’s Canon Rock’ is a fun arrangement in a rock/popular 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. A fantastic way to introduce your band and audience to one of the most famous pieces ever composed. Ideal for GCSE Ensemble Performance for all examination boards!
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, 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 guitars and Nuvo instruments.
The finale from the William Tell Overture by Rossini is a fabulous concert opener/finale arrangement in our Classical Concert Series for Grade 2+ flex-bands, orchestras and ensembles of all sizes. With all the famous fanfares and galloping rhythms equally shared amongst the parts and powerful rousing orchestration, it creates an authentic heart-stopping professional sound for your players.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
The Flexi-Band Classical Concert Series allows conductors to mix and match orchestration to meet available resources. Suitable for all common combinations of C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble, Viola, Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards & Percussion.
Level: Early Bands - Grade 2+
Duration: 2:40
Occasion: General Concert - Band Repertoire - Ensemble Examinations
Instrumentation: Flexi - Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards & Percussion
Ode To Joy by Beethoven from the famous ‘Choral’ Symphony No.9 is a fabulous concert opener/finale arrangement in our Simply Strings Series. Also Includes a Violin III (Viola Double) part and optional Keyboard and Orchestral Percussion.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early Strings - Grade 2+
Duration: 2:55
Occasion: General Concert - Band Repertoire - Ensemble Examinations
Instrumentation: String Orchestra - Optional Keyboard & Orchestral Percussion