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!
Prepare to be captivated by the mesmerizing sound of ‘Angelus Domini’. This emotionally charged showcase for Violin and Piano is the epitome of musical drama, perfect for enthralling audiences at concerts, festivals, and recitals.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ and USA 2+)
Duration: 3:00
Occasion: Main Concerts - Festivals - Recitals - Competitions
Instrumentation: Violin & Piano
Also available for other woodwind, brass, and string instruments.
Prepare to be captivated by the mesmerizing sound of ‘Angelus Domini’. This emotionally charged showcase for Viola and Piano is the epitome of musical drama, perfect for enthralling audiences at concerts, festivals, and recitals.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ and USA 2+)
Duration: 3:00
Occasion: Main Concerts - Festivals - Recitals - Competitions
Instrumentation: Viola & Piano
Also available for other woodwind, brass, and string instruments.
An easily accessible collection of five popular festive arrangements which includes; We Wish You A Merry Christmas, Joy To The World, Ding Dong Merrily On High, In Dulci Jubilo and Deck The Halls scored for Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone I, Alto Saxophone II, Tenor Saxophone and Baritone Saxophone.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early - Grade 2+
Duration: Various
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Events
Instrumentation: Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone I, Alto Saxophone II, Tenor Saxophone and Baritone Saxophone
An easily accessible collection of five popular festive arrangements which includes; We Wish You A Merry Christmas, Joy To The World, Ding Dong Merrily On High, In Dulci Jubilo and Deck The Halls scored for three Flutes.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early - Grade 2+
Duration: Various
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Events
Instrumentation: Flute I - Flute II - Flute III
An easily accessible collection of five popular festive arrangements which includes; We Wish You A Merry Christmas, Joy To The World, Ding Dong Merrily On High, In Dulci Jubilo and Deck The Halls scored for three Clarinets in Bb.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early - Grade 2+
Duration: Various
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Events
Instrumentation: Clarinet I - Clarinet II - Clarinet III
An easily accessible collection of five popular festive arrangements which includes; We Wish You A Merry Christmas, Joy To The World, Ding Dong Merrily On High, In Dulci Jubilo and Deck The Halls scored for Trumpet I, Trumpet II, Horn in F, Trombone, Euphonium and Tuba.
Includes:
Score and Orchestral Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early - Grade 2+
Duration: Various
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Events
Instrumentation: Trumpet I, Trumpet II, Horn in F, Trombone, Euphonium and Tuba
Gabriel’s Anthem is wonderfully stoic and ideal for all kinds of recitals, concerts and formal occasions. Performers and audiences alike will love the rich harmonic pallet and inspiring thematic contrast to the very last poignant ritardando.
Includes:
• Score
• Parts
• Performance Recording
• Piano Accompaniment
Level: Intermediate (Grade 5 UK/Grade 2+ USA)
Duration: 2:20
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal - Recitals - Competitions
Instruments: Oboe - Piano
‘MASSive’ is scored for Soprano Solo, SAB Choir, Lead Guitar, Rhythm Section and Full Orchestra. Commissioned by the International Schools Choral Festival in 2013, this 20 minute work is guaranteed to be an explosive addition to any concert. ‘MASSive’ works in any flexible instrumental combination and includes a professional backing track for rehearsal and performance purposes. If you enjoy ‘MASSive’, check out the prequel ‘Roquiem’ on the Paul Barker Music site.
Includes:
SAB Piano/Vocal Score
Orchestral Score and Part, Full Performance Recording and Backing Track available separately from this TES site.
A fun concert piece based around popular chord progressions for Training Orchestras, Bands and Flexi-Ensembles. 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 and also a great resources for GCSE 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, 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.
‘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.
This original work will transform your Training/Intermediate Band/Orchestra into an audience-pleasing rock sensation with its driving rhythms and memorable melodies. Suitable for anywhere in your concert programme 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: 2:00
Level: Beginner - Intermediate (UK Grades 1-5 and USA Grade 2)
Occasion: General Concert/Performance
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 C, Bb, Eb, F, Viola/Bass Clef instruments including lead guitars and Nuvo instruments.
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
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!
MASSive’ is scored for Soprano Solo, SAB Choir, Lead Guitar, Rhythm Section and Full Orchestra. Commissioned by the International Schools Choral Festival in 2013, this 20 minute work is guaranteed to be an explosive addition to any concert. ‘MASSive’ works in any flexible instrumental combination and includes a professional backing track for rehearsal and performance purposes. If you enjoy ‘MASSive’, check out the prequel ‘Roquiem’ .
Includes:
All Orchestral Parts
SAB Piano/Vocal Score, Conductor Score, Performance and Accompaniment MP3 are available separately from this TES site.
Duration: 20 Min
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Occasion: Large Scale Concert - Formal or Informal (Full Work or selected movements)
Instrumentation: SAB Choir - Soprano Soloist - Full Orchestra - Rock Band with Lead Guitar Solo
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.
‘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
‘Dramatica’ is an explosion of emotional harmonies with a dramatic, heart-warming melodic theme. ‘Dramatica’ will brilliantly showcase the flute Soloist with its passion and drive. Suitable for performance any time of the year. Also available in other solo versions with Keyboard for Viola, Cello, Violin,Lead Guitar, Lead Guitar and String Orchestra and spectacular Full String Orchestral arrangement.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
YouTube Link for Students
Backing Track MP3 available from Paul Barker Music.
Duration: 3:00
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & US 3+)
Occasion: Concert/Recital/Examinations - Formal/Informal
Orchestration: Lead Guitar - String Orchestra - Piano
Mozart’s ‘Eine Kleine Rock-Musik’ is another great ‘classical’ arrangement in our popular rock style series for Training Orchestras/Bands and Flexi-Ensembles. Built on the success of our ‘Pachelbel’s Canon Rock’ this piece develops Mozart’s main themes supported by a driving rhythmic section. Ideal for GCSE Ensemble Performance and General Concerts.
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, 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.
‘MASSive’ is scored for Soprano Solo, SAB Choir, Lead Guitar, Rhythm Section and Full Orchestra.
Commissioned by the International Schools Choral Festival in 2013, this 20 minute work is guaranteed to be an explosive addition to any concert. ‘MASSive’ works in any flexible instrumental combination and includes a professional backing track for rehearsal and performance purposes. If you enjoy ‘MASSive’, check out the prequel ‘Roquiem’ .
Includes:
Conductor Score
Instrumental Parts, Piano/Vocal Score, Full Performance and Accompaniment MP3s are available separately from this TES Site.
Duration: 20 Min
Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Occasion: Large Scale Concert - Formal or Informal (Full Work or selected movements)
Instrumentation: SAB Choir - Soprano Soloist - Full Orchestra - Rock Band with Lead Guitar Solo
Professional Backing Track available.
‘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!