[Hornlist] New music for horn
I would like to announce some new music that may be of interest to readers of this list. Two new collections of my horn and piano arrangements have recently been published by Kendor Music Inc. http:// www.kendormusic.com/ FIRST SOLO ALBUM FOR HORN is a collection of tuneful classics for the first solo experience and includes: Schubert, Little Rose of the Heath Purcell, Minuet and Rigadon Mozart, Bird Catcher’s Song Mendelssohn, Andantino (O Rest in the Lord) INTERMEDIATE SOLO ALBUM FOR HORN is a collection of solos at level 3-4 (of 6), and includes: Mozart, Menuetto Rameau, Tambourin Faure, Apres Un Reve Grieg, Intermezzo Some of the INTERMEDIATE solos are interesting enough that more advanced players might consider as an encore (e.g. Rameau) or a recital piece (e.g. Grieg). Also, AN ENGLISH FOLKSONG SUITE, in versions for brass quartet (2 trumpets, horn, and trombone/euphonium) and horn quartet has been published by Brassworks4 Publications http://www.brassworks4.com/ This is a very tuneful piece and fun to play. John Jay Hilfiger http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Horn Quartet Music
We are a fairly good group and we enjoy playing together but now we are looking for some quality quartet music to play. Does anyone have recommendations for good quality horn quartets/horn quartet books? A couple of good sources are: The Hornists' Nest - not only the Fripperies, but lots of other good quartets http://www.hornistsnest.net/ Brassworks 4 Publishing - big catalog of brass music, including many works for horn and horn ensembles http://www.brassworks4.com/ John Jay Hilfiger http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Re: Christmas, religious music, other questions
(3) Is anyone familiar with any good church music for horn and piano, or unaccompanied, ideally a book or it -- meaning traditional church music, rather than the praise type music? (4) Is anyone familiar with any good Christmas music for horn and piano, or unaccompanied horn? I play in churches from time to time and have written a lot of my own material. Much of it has been published and I offer this list for you to consider. You will have to decide if it is good! From Wehr's Music House: http://www.wehrs-music-house.com/ Christmas Carol Suite (horn and piano/organ) Variations on a Spiritual Song (horn and organ/piano) - based on Were You There? Prelude on Hyfrydol (horn and organ/piano)- tune for many hymns From Brassworks 4 Publishing: http://www.brassworks4.com/ Christe Sanctorum variants (horn and organ/piano) - also versions for trumpet, trombone Reverie on a Theme of Robert Schumann (horn and piano) - also versions for trumpet, trombone -- based on tune used in the hymn Lord, Speak to me That I May Speak Three Hymns (horn and piano) - Come Thou, Almighty King; For the Beauty of the Earth; O Worship the King From Really Good Music: http://www.reallygoodmusic.com/ Partita on Neander (horn and organ/piano) based on Open Thou Thy Gates of Beauty - also for trumpet. trombone From PEL Music: http://www.pelmusic.com/ Forest Green (horn and piano) - several hymns based on this tune - very easy arrangement, also for other instruments My web page http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ gives my complete published compositions/arrangements. Some other classical arrangements may also work for you. There is also additional information such as reviews. Good luck, John Jay Hilfiger http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] New work for brass quartet and organ
My composition, FESTIVAL PROCESSION, for brass quartet and organ is now available from Brassworks 4 Publications: http://www.brassworks4.com/ Look at the publisher's web page for sample score and sample mp3. A version for brass quintet is also available. John Jay Hilfiger ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Music faculty vacancies
Castleton State College in Vermont has a couple of music faculty vacancies beginning in the Fall 2008 semester: Associate Director of Bands - Castleton State College, Vermont, seeks to fill an instructor or assistant professorship in music beginning in August 2008; this is a possible tenure-track position. Qualifications: Minimum of a Masters in music/music education required. The candidate will show evidence of successful high school and/or college marching band teaching experience. In addition, knowledge of current computer drill design software is required, as well as demonstrated success in recruiting and working collaboratively with public school band programs. Preference will be given to candidates with proven experience as a show designer and marching band teaching success. Responsibilities: Coordinate and direct athletic bands, including the development of a marching band program, and direct other college instrumental ensembles as appropriate. Additional courses will be assigned from the music curriculum which could include applied music, instrumental methods, music education, music history, theory, and music appreciation. Active student recruitment, an interest in working with our civic engagement and K-12 teacher education programs and continued contribution to the excellence of the Music Department are essential and on-going responsibilities. Application: Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, at least three original letters of recommendation, a completed CSC application (available on www.castleton.edu), list of references and video of marching band performances produced by the candidate to: Dr. Joseph T. Mark, Academic Dean, Castleton State College, Castleton, VT 05735. Director of Choral Activities - Castleton State College, Vermont, seeks to fill a tenure-track assistant professorship in music beginning in August 2008. We are searching for an outstanding candidate who will be able to provide leadership in the choral music program, serve as director of the Collegiate Choral, teach vocal pedagogy and coordinate applied vocal instruction. Additional courses will be assigned from the music curriculum which could include, applied voice, music education, music history, theory, and music appreciation. Active student recruitment, an interest in working with our civic engagement and K-12 teacher education programs and continued contribution to the excellence of the Music Department are essential and on-going responsibilities. Qualifications: Master's degree required, Doctorate preferred. Previous college teaching experience strongly preferred. Application: Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, at least three original letters of recommendation, a completed CSC application (available on www.castleton.edu), list of references and video of choral performances produced by the candidate to: Dr. Joseph T. Mark, Academic Dean, Castleton State College, Castleton, VT 05735. Jay Hilfiger ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Re: NHR but Music Related - The Mathematical Percision
One manifestation of mathematical precision in Bach's music is the tendency toward exact repetition of fugue and canon themes (or nearly exact, when a particular theme dictated a tonal rather than a real answer). His contemporary, Handel, would often break the fugue if exact repetition made the voice range uncomfortable. So, in this sense, one could anticipate (or duplicate) certain features of Bach's music. Jay Hilfiger http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ message: 8 date: Fri, 02 Mar 2007 16:36:28 -0500 from: [EMAIL PROTECTED] subject: Re: [Hornlist] NHR but Music Related - The Mathematical Percision ofBach The description 'mathematical' implies that if one knows, and applies the rule, the outcome will always be duplicated. Thus, if you know Bach, you can duplicate Bach, a feat yet to be accomplished. Interesting how this compares to a commonly accepted definition of insanity as doing the same thing over and over, and expecting a different outcome. Just as the same people describing Bach as 'mathematical' do so over and over. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: horn@music.memphis.edu Sent: Fri, 2 Mar 2007 1:03 PM Subject: RE: [Hornlist] NHR but Music Related - The Mathematical Percision ofBach It sounds like a phrase tossed out by some nescient talking head type, and I assume that even if its roots are substantiated in a demonstrated mathematical precision, most that use it would have no idea what they meant, anyway. I suppose for a specific type of precision to need to be characterized as mathematical, there would have to exist a type of precision that is not mathematical, or be unable to be measured in such a way that would require mathematics. Absent that type of precision, I suppose one could prove that the phrase is meaningless or superfluous. Perhaps what is meant is something more like mathematical rigorousness, which could be described as the strict adherence to a set of rules upon which the music is built. John Baumgart -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Gross Sent: Friday, March 02, 2007 2:22 PM To: 'The Horn List' Subject: [Hornlist] NHR but Music Related - The Mathematical Percision ofBach One of the phrases tossed about when discussing Bach is the mathematical precision of his music. Just what exactly does that mean? Is it the rhythm or something else, or perhaps is it just a phrase that someone used once and has become a toss off line with no real meaning? ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Easter music for horn
Easter is coming soon! If you are planning to play for Easter services, you may be interested in my new publication, Four Easter Quartets, versions for horn quartet or mixed quartet (2 trumpets, horn [euphonium], trombone) available from Brassworks 4 Publishing http://www.brassworks4.com/ Also of interest, may be my previous publication, Five Easter Trios, versions for horn trio or mixed brass (trumpet, horn, trombone) also from Brassworks 4. Reviewed in HORN CALL, Oct 2006. You can read the review on my web page, http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ If you want to play a solo, check out my Variations on a Spiritual Song for horn and organ (piano), based on Were You There? This one is available from Wehr's Music House, http://www.wehrs-music-house.com Reviewed in HORN CALL, Feb. 2004 John Jay Hilfiger http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Re: Duets
There have been many helpful responses to this request. I would like to offer one too, though it is not exactly in line with the request for advanced music. My Eight Hymn Duets are at intermediate level and published by Brassworks 4 Publishing http://www.brassworks4.com/ From the publisher's website, you can download a PDF file with samples of the score for free, to see if the music is appropriate for your needs. You may find this collection useful if you want to play in church, or just for reading with a friend. John Jay Hilfiger http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ All - Please allow me to confess my utter ignorance on the subject of duets. Could any of you kindly make a recommendation of good collections of duets available (still in print) which would be well suited for advanced amateur/semi-pro caliber individuals? All styles are appreciated including jazz and contemporary as well as classically-oriented. Thanks in advance! Jeremy ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Re: Easier horn trios
Simon, I have done a number of arrangements for horn trio. many of them are published by Brasssworks 4 Publishing. At their web page (http://www.brassworks4.com/) you can download free samples of the scores to see if they fit your needs. Some other trios are available from other publishers. See my web page (http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/) Jay Hilfiger A couple of friends of mine (a trumpeter and a tuba-player) come round to my place regularly to play my spare horns, just for fun. We've been doing the 4th volume of Reicha Trios, but they are a bit too hard. We are not going to get them together any better than they are now without some dedicated horn playing. What can you recommend at a slightly easier level? They are beginning to understand how and why the Reicha suits the horn so well, and are even beginning to apply their new skills and knowledge of the physics of brass playing to their regular instruments, so something specifically for horn would probably be better than the arrangements of popular pieces (Liebestraum for saxophone trios and the like) that are available on the music shops around here. Any recommendations? Simon ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Re: Horn Choir Music
I recently organized a horn choir here in Bakersfield, CA. I have purchased quite a few arrangements for 4-8 horns from Robert King, and a few from Paxman that have not arrived yet. I have some christmas quartets, but I'm looking for more and perhaps arranged for 6-8 horns instead of only 4. I am also interested in any hymn arrangements for 4-8 horns. Of course I'm also looking for classical and original pieces for horn choir as well. In fact, I'm trying to locate the Suite for Eight Horns by Ronald Lo Presti. Do any of you have other suggestions for repertoire? Thanks for all your help! Melvin Melvin, Some other good sources for horn quartets/horn choir music: The Hornists' Nest http://home.att.net/~hornistsnest Brassworks4 http://www.brassworks4.com/ Jay Hilfiger http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Brass Music for Easter
My new arrangement, 5 Easter Trios, has just been published and may be of interest to some of you who are now planning Easter Services. There are three versions: (1) mixed brass, i.e. trumpet, horn, trombone (2) 3 trumpets (3) 3 French horns. The Five trios are based on the five hymns: (1) Jesus Christ is Risen Today, (2) Come, Ye Faithful, Raise the Strain (3) Thine Is the Glory (4) The Strife is O'er, the Battle Done (5) Christ the Lord is Risen Today, Alleluia. The publisher is Brassworks 4 Publishing http://www.brassworks4.com/ You can purchase the music directly from the publisher, or order from you local music store. The publisher's web page allows you to download portions of the score so you can examine the music before you buy. Make sure that you get the right version! Best, John Jay Hilfiger http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Re: free horn music
To get the great music downloads at Det Kongelige Bibliotek (the Royal Library, Copenhagen) try this link: http://www.kb.dk/elib/index-en.htm This page is in English, so you can choose an option among the many music choices (instrumental, vocal, composers, etc.). The next page you see will probably be in Danish. The column you most likely want on this page is: Emner og samlinger (topics and collections). In this column, there are several databases which contain many sets that can be downloaded, for example, Dansk Kammermusik før 1900, - tryk og manuskripter (Danish chamber music before 1900, - publications and manuscripts). Or, perhaps, you might like Danske komponistautografer (Danish composer's autograph manuscripts). Each of these databases contains dozens of works. There are also several other databases worth investigating. Jay Hilfiger http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ On Oct 13, 2005, at 3:08 AM, Richard V. West wrote: I found the site and searched for the section you mentioned. but was unable to find it. Any clues as to how to reach this part of the website? http://www.kb.dk/elib/noder/index-en.htm For anyone interested: The Kongelige Bibliotek in Copenhagen has been putting a number of their musical treasures--in print and in manuscript--on their web site for free download. One section is devoted to foreign chamber and orchestral music in print. Here you can find: Johann Amon 3 Quartets, op.20 and 3 Quartets, op.109 for horn and strings; and Dauprat 3 Quintets, op.6 for horn and strings. There are also some other horn-related chamber pieces. Eric James ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Christmas music for horn/ folk song too
It will soon be time to think about buying Christmas music. If you need arrangements of familiar tunes with piano/organ accompaniment for use in church or school, I hope you will consider my recently published Christmas Carol Suite. It includes: Oh Come, Oh Come, Emmanuel What Child is This? Joy to the World Good Christian Men, Rejoice Away in a Manger It is published by Wehr's Music House http://www.wehrs-music-house.com They are intermediate-level arrangements with no notes higher than g at the top of the staff, but interesting, with the soloist sometimes playing figurations, countermelodies, etc. and the accompaniment not always just block chords. Also recently published for horn and piano, is my arrangement of the American folk song, Oh, Shenando' by Grand Mesa Music http://www.grandmesamusic.com Jay Hilfiger http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] New sacred music for horn
The horn and trumpet versions are in different keys. The trumpet version is a 4th higher than the horn version, so that each is in a comfortable and characteristic range for its instrument. Jay Hilfiger Is the horn and piano one in the same key as the trumpet (i.e. is it really in the horn range)=20 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Jay Hilfiger Sent: Monday, June 13, 2005 9:01 AM To: horn@music.memphis.edu Subject: [Hornlist] New sacred music for horn My newest composition for horn and organ/piano, Partita on Neander,=20 has just been published. From the publisher's web site: The hymn tune Neander, also known as Unser Herrscher, was composed=20 by Joachim Neander in the 17th century. Well known in the present day=20 as the melody of Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty and Rise, Ye Children=20 of Salvation, this tune has been published with at least seven other=20 hymn texts. Dr. Hilfiger has used Neander as the starting point for=20 the Partita, which is a set of elaborate variations on the familiar=20 tune. The hymn melody makes this work a natural choice for use in=20 worship, perhaps as prelude or during the offering, but the composition=20 is interesting enough to be suitable for recitals as well. The=20 composer prefers organ accompaniment, but Partita also works quite well=20 with piano accompaniment. Performance time for the full work is about 4:20, but the variations=20 could be played separately, if desired. The publisher is Really Good=20 Music: http://www.reallygoodmusic.com/ For a list of my previously published works: http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ John Jay Hilfiger [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] New sacred music for horn
My newest composition for horn and organ/piano, Partita on Neander, has just been published. From the publisher's web site: The hymn tune Neander, also known as Unser Herrscher, was composed by Joachim Neander in the 17th century. Well known in the present day as the melody of Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty and Rise, Ye Children of Salvation, this tune has been published with at least seven other hymn texts. Dr. Hilfiger has used Neander as the starting point for the Partita, which is a set of elaborate variations on the familiar tune. The hymn melody makes this work a natural choice for use in worship, perhaps as prelude or during the offering, but the composition is interesting enough to be suitable for recitals as well. The composer prefers organ accompaniment, but Partita also works quite well with piano accompaniment. Performance time for the full work is about 4:20, but the variations could be played separately, if desired. The publisher is Really Good Music: http://www.reallygoodmusic.com/ For a list of my previously published works: http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ John Jay Hilfiger [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] quintets for church (also trios, solos)
message: 13 date: Sun, 22 May 2005 08:29:34 -0500 from: Hunt,Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] subject: [Hornlist] quintets I coach a fledgling college brass quintet. We are looking for a couple of collections of stuff appropriate for church. What publications have most appealed to you folks? I have composed some quintets, based on hymn tunes, that are appropriate for church (or recital) as well as some trios and horn solos for church use as well. There is even one for SATB choir and solo horn. These works are mostly theme-and-variation or partita with interesting things for all the players to do. Mostly intermediate difficulty. Prelude on A Mighty Fortress for quintet is a novel approach to the familiar tune and gets very favorable comments. My music is available from various publishers. See my web page: http://users.penn.com/~jhilf/ John Jay Hilfiger ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Re: Tcherepnin Six Pieces (John Schreckengost)
Sorry for the double posting. Does anyone know of a recording currently available of the Tcherepnin Six Pieces for Horn Quartet or of the Bach/Shaw Fugue in c minor for horn quartet? I can't find any on amazon.com or tower.com. The best I could do was an album called Born for Horn recorded by the Horn ensemble of the Mozarteum Hohchule (looks wrong to me, but it is the way it is spelled on amazon.com) that is not in any of their retailer's stocks. It has a recording of the Tcherepnin. John Schreckengost Chicago, IL Check with Lowell Shaw at the Hornists' Nest http://home.att.net/~hornistsnest/ The Bach C Minor Fugue was recorded on LP The Hornists' Nest, from Fripperies back to Bach still available for $7! Jay Hilfiger [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
