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!
‘Celebration’ was commissioned for the English Schools Foundation 50th Anniversary in Hong Kong and does exactly what it says! A feel-good concert item for any joyous occasion guaranteed to raise the roof! Easy SAB vocal lines for choirs with optional children’s choir unison line will make this a sure hit in your concert. Also available for Choir, Full Orchestra and Rock Band! ‘Celebration’ is a spectacular contemporary addition to your concert!
Includes:
Piano/Vocal Score
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 2:30
Level: Intermediate
Occasion: Concert - Small/Large Scale - Formal or Informal - Concert Finale - Celebration
Orchestration: SAB Choir - Piano/Keyboard
A spectacular contemporary addition to your concert!
‘Celebration’ was commissioned for the English Schools Foundation 50th Anniversary in Hong Kong and does exactly what it says! A feel-good concert item for any joyous occasion guaranteed to raise the roof! Easy vocal lines for choirs to learn combined with rip-roaring Orchestral and Rock Band accompaniment will make this a sure hit in your concert. This arrangement also includes an optional Children’s vocal line. ‘Celebration’ is a spectacular contemporary addition to your concert!
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 2:30
Level: Intermediate
Occasion: Concert - Small/Large Scale - Formal or Informal - Concert Finale - Celebration
Orchestration: SAB Choir - Children’s Choir (optional) - Orchestra - Rock Band Featuring Lead Guitar Solos
‘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
'Hallelujah!’ is the most fun you’re going to have with your Choir this year – Guaranteed! Sparkling vocal lines in Gospel style with rich warm harmonies– this piece is going to cause a sense of euphoria your audience and performers will certainly remember!
Includes:
Piano/Vocal Score
MP3 Performance Recording
Orchestral Accompaniment MP3
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 3:00
Level: Intermediate
Occasion: Concert - Small/Large Scale - Formal or Informal - Concert Finale - Celebration
Orchestration: SAB Choir - Keyboard
‘Parallel Lines’ is a dynamic new work for Oboe 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: Oboe Solo - Piano
Ideal for GCSE/A’Level and IB Music Solo Performance.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Piano Accompaniment MP3
YouTube Link for Students
‘Parallel Lines’ is a dynamic new work for Flute 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: Flute 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
‘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 – 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
‘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
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.
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‘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 !
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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.
A powerful rock instrumental with driving rhythms and memorable melodies. 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: 2:35
Level: Beginner - Intermediate (UK Grades 1-5 and USA Grade 2)
Occasion: Concert - General Performance
Instrumentation: C -Bb - Eb - F -Viola/Bass Clef - Nuvo Instruments - Piano - 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, F and treble, bass and viola clefs.
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: 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: Oboe & Piano
Ideal for GCSE and IB/A’Level Performance
Also available for Violin, Viola, Cello, Flute, 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: Flute & Piano
Ideal for GCSE and IB/A’Level Performance
Also available for Violin, Viola, Cello, Oboe, Clarinet, Alto/Tenor Saxophone, Electric and Acoustic Guitar.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
‘Hallelujah!’ is the most fun you’re going to have with your Choir and Orchestra this year – Guaranteed! Sparkling vocal lines in Gospel style fused with a rich orchestral arrangement and blazing Rock Band featuring a dynamic Lead Guitar Solo – this piece is going to cause a sense of euphoria your audience and performers will certainly remember!
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 3:00
Level: Intermediate
Occasion: Concert - Small/Large Scale - Formal or Informal - Concert Finale - Celebration
Orchestration: SAB Choir - Orchestra - Rock Band Featuring Lead Guitar Solos
The ‘Hungarian Dance No: 5’ is another great ‘classical’ arrangement in a rock/popular style for Training Orchestras/Bands and Flexi-Ensembles. Strong melodic lines of the famous theme by Brahms and modern harmonic lines supported by a robust rhythm section make this suitable for any combination of players and complement the other pop arrangements in this series.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rhythm Section Backing Track Mp3
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 2:25
Level: Beginner - Intermediate (Grades 1-5)
Occasion: Concert - Small/Large Scale - Formal or Informal
Orchestration: Flex-Band - Mix and 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 guitar and Nuvo instruments.
Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance and Training/Flexi-Band Performances.
'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.
The ‘40th Symphonic Rock’ is based on Mozart’s Symphony No.40 in Gm and is another great ‘classical’ arrangement in our popular rock-style series for Training Orchestras/Bands and Flexi-Ensembles. Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance and general Training/Flexi-Band Repertoire.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rhythm Section Backing Track Mp3
YouTube Link for Students
Duration: 3:20
Level: Beginner - Intermediate (UK Grades 2-5 and USA Grade 2-3)
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
Ideal for GCSE Music Ensemble Performance and general Training/Flexi-Band Repertoire.