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!
‘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
Want to transform your Training/Intermediate Band/Orchestra into an audience-pleasing Pop sensation? Using a dynamic mix of original Disco and Rock themes ‘Pop Tastic’ is suitable 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: 2:15
Level: Beginner - Intermediate (UK Grades 1-5 and USA Grade 2)
Occasion: Concert - Small/Large Scale - Formal or 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 C, Bb, Eb, F, Viola/Bass Clef instruments including lead guitars and Nuvo instruments.
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!
‘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!
‘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
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.
See our many other titles in this series!
Fanfare & Ceremony is a Stoic original work in our Classical Concert Series for Grade 2+ Flexi-Bands, Orchestras and Ensembles of all sizes. From the very beginning, the powerful ‘Fanfare’ immediately commands attention which then gives way to a heart-rendering ‘Ceremonial’ mid-section followed by the stately return of the ‘Fanfare’ for a dramatic musical close. Suitable for ceremonies, graduations, formal occasions and major concerts, Fanfare & Ceremony will create an authentic heart-stopping professional ‘Classical’ sound for your players.
Students can perform with our accompaniment MP3’s minus each individual part. They can also rehearse with the individually produced part-dominant MP3 practice tracks (featuring their part) suitable for all sizes of ensembles, examinations, online learning and your entire orchestra/band!
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: 2:10
Occasion: General Concert - Band Repertoire - Ensemble Examinations
Instrumentation: Flexi- Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards and Percussion
Dvorak’s Slavonic Dance No 8 is a powerful arrangement in our Classical Concert Series for Grade 2+ Flexi-Bands, Orchestras and Ensembles of all sizes. Dvorak’s Bohemian themes are dynamically shared between Brass, String, Woodwind, Keyboard and Percussion parts to create a dynamic and explosive professional ‘Classical’ sound for your players.
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 and Percussion.
Level: Early Bands - Grade 2+
Duration: 2:10
Occasion: General Concert - Band Repertoire - Ensemble Examinations
Instrumentation: Flexi- Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards and Percussion
Ode To Joy by Beethoven from the famous ‘Choral’ Symphony No.9 is a fabulous concert opener/finale arrangement in our Classical Concert Series for Grade 2+ Flexi-Bands, Orchestras and Ensembles of all sizes. With all the original melodic motifs equally shared amongst Brass, String, Woodwind, Keyboard and Percussion parts, it creates an authentic heart-stopping professional ‘Classical’ sound for your players. Also ideal for ensemble examination purposes.
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: 2:55
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
The Multi-Bundle Value Pack 1 is a superb collection of 3 best sellers in the Flexi-Band Classical Concert Series for Grade 2+ Bands & Orchestras. Featuring the concert opener Also Sprach Zarathustra (Strauss), the celebratory Ode To Joy (Beethoven) and powerful Nimrod (Elgar). Accompaniment & Part-Dominant rehearsal tracks available as multi-user MP3 downloads for your entire ensemble!
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: Various
Occasion: General Concert - Band Repertoire - Ensemble Examinations
Instrumentation: Flexi - Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards & Percussion
The Multi-Bundle Value Pack 3 is a superb collection of 3 best sellers in the Flexi-Band Classical Concert Series for Grade 2+ Bands & Orchestras. Featuring the ceremonial Land of Hope and Glory (Elgar), the stately Hornpipe from The Water Music (Handel) and playful Surprise Symphony (Haydn). Accompaniment & Part-Dominant rehearsal tracks available for multi-user MP3 downloads for your entire ensemble!
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: Various
Occasion: General Concert - Band Repertoire - Ensemble Examinations
Instrumentation: Flexi- Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards and Percussion.
The Multi-Bundle Value Pack 4 is a superb collection of 3 best sellers in the Flexi-Band Classical Concert Series for Grade 2+ Bands & Orchestras. Featuring the ceremonial Pomp and Circumstance No.4 (Elgar), the galloping William Tell Overture (Rossini) and stately Fanfare & Ceremony (Barker). Accompaniment & Part-Dominant rehearsal tracks available for multi-user MP3 downloads for your entire ensemble!
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: Various
Occasion: General Concert - Band Repertoire - Ensemble Examinations
Instrumentation: Flexi- Instrumentation for C, Bb, Eb, F, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef Orchestral/Band instruments, Keyboards and Percussion.
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: Clarinet & Piano
Ideal for GCSE and IB/A’Level Performance
Also available for Violin, Viola, Cello, Flute, Oboe, 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: 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: 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.
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!
Elgar’s ‘Chanson De Matin’ is another superb arrangement in a smooth pop-ballad style for Flexi-Band, Orchestras and Bands of all sizes. Strong melodic lines using Elgar’s famous string themes together with modern harmony 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 for Chamber Orchestra! Also ideal for ensemble examination purposes.
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 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, Treble/Viola/Bass Clef instruments including lead guitar and Nuvo instruments.
‘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.
Enjoy all 8 titles in our Flexi-Band Classical Pop Series - a great way to maximize your instrumental library with great savings!
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!