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!
Vivaldi’s 4 Seasons – Autumn Rock’ is another superb 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: Flex-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
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.
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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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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.
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
Also available for Violin, Viola, Cello, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Alto/Tenor Saxophone and Electric Guitar.
Ideal for GCSE and IB/A’Level Performance
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
Rehearsal and Performance MP3s
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
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.
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‘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
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: 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
An easily accessible collection of five popular festive arrangements which includes; Away In A Manger, In The Bleak Midwinter, O Come All Ye Faithful, Good King Wenceslas and Infant Holy, Infant Lowly scored for easy piano. Performance Recordings are also available.
Includes:
Piano Sheet Music
Performance Recording MP3s
YouTube Link For Students
Level: Early Intermediate - Grade 2+
Duration: Various
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Holiday Events
Instrumentation: Piano/Keyboard
Experience heightened rock and attitude with the latest special edition of the musical spectacle, Rockatude for Brass Ensemble. Infused with an extra dose of energy, this special edition is designed to elevate your concert to new heights with its bold themes and driving rhythms. Perfect for schools, colleges, and professional ensembles alike, Rockatude promises a monumental finale!
Rockatude can be performed with or without the Drum Set and additional brass parts are also included that double the main orchestration. Also available for String Orchestra, Full Orchestra and Full Orchestra featuring Lead Guitar.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link For Students
Duration: 2:40
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & USA 2+)
Occasion: Large Concerts - Festivals – Celebrations - Finales
Instrumentation: Brass Ensemble – Drum Set
Experience heightened rock and attitude with the latest special edition of the musical spectacle, Rockatude for String Quartet. Infused with an extra dose of energy, this special edition is designed to elevate your concert to new heights with its bold themes and driving rhythms. Perfect for schools, colleges, and professional ensembles alike, Rockatude promises a monumental finale!
Includes a Violin III part which doubles the Viola. Also available for String Orchestra, Full Orchestra and Full Orchestra featuring Lead Guitar.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link For Students
Duration: 2:40
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & USA 2+)
Occasion: Large Concerts - Festivals – Celebrations - Finales
Instrumentation: String Quartet
The Promise is a powerful emotional journey full of warmth, passion and positivity for Acoustic Guitar and Piano. The work brilliantly showcases the dramatic melodic range and colourful harmonic contrast as the musical journey unfolds. Both TAB and Traditional Notation are provided.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Level: Intermediate (Grade 4+ UK/Grade 2+ USA)
Duration: 2:15
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal - Recitals – Competitions
Instrumentation: Guitar & Piano (TAB and Traditional Notation for Guitar)
Also available for other Woodwind, Brass, Strings, Guitars and piano Solo.
The Promise is a powerful emotional journey full of warmth, passion and positivity for Electric Guitar and Piano. The work brilliantly showcases the dramatic melodic range and colourful harmonic contrast as the musical journey unfolds. Both TAB and Traditional Notation are provided.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Level: Intermediate (Grade 4+ UK/Grade 2+ USA)
Duration: 2:15
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal - Recitals – Competitions
Instrumentation: Guitar & Piano (TAB and Traditional Notation for Guitar)
Also available for other Woodwind, Brass, Strings, Guitars and piano Solo.
Tears of the Moon is a powerful emotional journey brimming with contrast, reflection and warmth scored for Acoustic Guitar & Piano. The work showcases the virtuosity of both soloists, interlacing lush harmonies, sweeping melodic arcs, and evocative thematic shifts, resulting in an enthralling musical experience.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Level: Intermediate (Grade 3+ UK/Grade 2 USA)
Duration: 2:25
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal - Recitals - Competitions
Instrumentation: Guitar & Piano
The Journey creatively employs contrasts to highlight its lyrical main theme juxtaposed with the virtuosic middle section. This piece brilliantly features Electric Guitar and Piano using intertwining rich harmonies, expansive melodic arcs, and captivating thematic shifts, delivering an inspiring musical experience. Both TAB and Traditional Notation are included.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Level: Intermediate (Grade 4+ UK/Grade 2 USA)
Duration: 2:25
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal - Recitals - Competitions
Instrumentation: Guitar & Piano (TAB and Traditional Notation included for Guitar)
Tears of the Moon is a powerful emotional journey brimming with contrast, reflection and warmth scored for Horn in F & Piano. The work showcases the virtuosity of both soloists, interlacing lush harmonies, sweeping melodic arcs, and evocative thematic shifts, resulting in an enthralling musical experience.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Level: Intermediate (Grade 3+ UK/Grade 2 USA)
Duration: 2:25
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal - Recitals - Competitions
Instrumentation: Horn in F & Piano
The Journey creatively employs contrasts to highlight its lyrical main theme juxtaposed with the virtuosic middle section. This piece brilliantly features Acoustic Guitar and Piano using intertwining rich harmonies, expansive melodic arcs, and captivating thematic shifts, delivering an inspiring musical experience. Both TAB and Traditional Notation are included.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Level: Intermediate (Grade 4+ UK/Grade 2 USA)
Duration: 2:25
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal - Recitals - Competitions
Instrumentation: Guitar & Piano (TAB and Traditional Notation included for Guitar)
The Journey creatively employs contrasts to highlight its lyrical main theme juxtaposed with the virtuosic middle section. This piece brilliantly features the Piano Soloist using intertwining rich harmonies, expansive melodic arcs, and captivating thematic shifts, delivering an inspiring musical experience.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Level: Intermediate (Grade 4+ UK/Grade 2 USA)
Duration: 2:25
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal - Recitals – Competitions
Instrumentation: Piano Solo
Tears of the Moon is a powerful emotional journey brimming with contrast, reflection and warmth scored for Electric Guitar & Piano. The work showcases the virtuosity of both soloists, interlacing lush harmonies, sweeping melodic arcs, and evocative thematic shifts, resulting in an enthralling musical experience.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Level: Intermediate (Grade 3+ UK/Grade 2 USA)
Duration: 2:25
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal - Recitals - Competitions
Instrumentation: Guitar & Piano