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!
Dramatica is a symphony of emotions meticulously crafted through impassioned harmony, dynamic contrast and melodic lines that resonate with raw musical feeling. This engaging concert work wonderfully showcases the pianist to leave your audience profoundly moved.
Includes:
Piano Sheet Music
Performance Recording MP3
YouTube link for students
Duration: 3:00
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & US 2+)
Occasion: Concert – Competitions - Recital
Orchestration: Piano Solo
‘Spiritu Sancto’ is a breathtaking new work for Piano that captivates audiences with its dramatic melodic lines. The powerful use of dynamics and tempo creates an immersive experience, taking listeners on a musical journey that evokes a range of extreme emotions. ‘Angelus Domini’ and ‘Sancta Maria’ are also available in this series of three works.
Piano Score and Performance Recording MP3 included.
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ and USA 2+)
Duration: 2:30
Occasion: Main Concerts - Festivals - Workshops - Competitions
Instrumentation: Piano
‘Play the way you feel’ is the performance guidance indicated on this new contemporary solo for piano. Designed for pianists of all ages, ‘Sonorous’ was composed to be therapeutically pleasing to practise and perform at times when a little personal reflection is needed … give yourself some time to relax and express yourself - ‘Play the way you feel’ with ‘Sonorous’
Inlcudes Piano Score Performance MP3
Duration: 1:45
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 4+)
Occasion: Concert - Examinations
Orchestration: Piano
'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
The Promise is a powerful emotional journey full of warmth, passion and positivity for Piano Solo. The work brilliantly showcases the dramatic melodic range and colourful harmonic contrast as the musical journey unfolds.
Includes:
Piano sheet music
MP3 Performance Recording
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: Piano Solo
Also available for other woodwind, brass, strings, guitars and piano solo.
Gabriel’s Anthem for Piano Solo is wonderfully stoic and ideal for recitals, concerts and formal occasions of all kinds. Performers and audiences alike will love the rich harmonic pallet and inspiring thematic contrast leading up to the very last poignant ritardando.
Includes:
Piano Sheet Music
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Level: Intermediate (Grade 4+ UK/Grade 2 USA)
Duration: 2:20
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal - Recitals – Competitions
Instrumentation: Piano Solo
Tears of the Moon is a powerful emotional journey brimming with contrast, reflection and warmth. The work showcases the pianist’s virtuosity, interlacing lush harmonies, sweeping melodic arcs, and evocative thematic shifts, resulting in an enthralling musical experience.
Includes:
Piano sheet music
MP3 Performance Recording
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: Piano Solo
At times angular, sometimes syncopated, dissonant and consonant but always enchanting – this is the Enigma! Enjoy the delight and mystique of performing this new musical Enigma for all popular solo instruments and piano.
Includes:
Piano Sheet Music
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for students to follow along too
Level: Intermediate (Grade 5+ UK/Grade 2+ USA)
Duration: 3:00
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal - Recitals - Competitions
Instrumentation: Piano Solo
A fun and easily accessible early-level festive arrangement of this ever-popular Christmas Carol for Piano/Keyboard.
Includes:
Piano Sheet Music
Performance Recording MP3
YouTube Link For Students
Level: Early Intermediate - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:20
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Holiday Events
Instrumentation: Piano/Keyboard
Other titles in this series include:
Angels From The Realms Of Glory
Deck The Halls
Deus Christmas
Ding Dong Merrily On High
In Dulci Jubilo
Jingle Bells
Joy To The World
Silent Night
The First Noel
We Wish You A Merry Christmas
Infant Holy, Infant Lowly
In The Bleak Midwinter
Away In A Manger
O Come All Ye Faithful
Good King Wenceslas
Prepare to be captivated by the passionate sound of Variations Eternelles. This emotionally charged showcase for Piano Solo is perfect for enthralling audiences at concerts, festivals, and recitals with its compelling melodic theme and rich harmony.
Includes:
Score & Parts
Performance Recording MP3
YouTube Link
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ and USA 2+)
Duration: 2:10
Occasion: Main Concerts - Festivals - Recitals - Competitions
Instrumentation: Piano Solo
Also available for other woodwind, brass, strings, guitars and piano solo.
An easily accessible early-level arrangement of this festive carol scored for SAB Trio/Choir. Optional supporting piano part included. Can also be performed as SA Duet/Choir.
Includes:
Piano/Vocal and Vocal Score included
MP3 Performance Recording
YouTube Link for Students
Level: Early - Grade 2+
Duration: 1:40
Occasion: Concert - Formal/Informal Christmas Events
Instrumentation: SAB Choir & Optional Piano
Prepare to be captivated by the mesmerizing sound of ‘Angelus Domini’. This emotionally charged showcase for Piano Solo is the epitome of musical drama, perfect for enthralling audiences at concerts, festivals, and recitals.
‘Sancta Maria’ and ‘Spiritu Sancto’ are also available in this trilogy.
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: Piano
Sancta Maria is a captivating contemporary work for Piano that enchants listeners with its reflective, lyrical, and passionate melodic lines. The soaring phrases tug at the heartstrings, while the rich harmonies add depth, stature, and complexity to the music. Angelus Domini and Spiritu Sancto are also available in this trilogy.
Performance Recording MP3 also included.
Lumiere is dynamically scored for Cello and Piano, presenting a captivating cycle of emotions and reflections which weave a tapestry of stirring melodic lines and intricate harmonies. This contemporary work is scored to feature both soloists equally and is ideal for recitals, concerts, and competitions.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link
Duration: 2:40
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & US 2+)
Occasion: Concert - Competitions - Recital
Orchestration: Cello - Piano
Lumiere is dynamically scored for Oboe and Piano, presenting a captivating cycle of emotions and reflections which weave a tapestry of stirring melodic lines and intricate harmonies. This contemporary work is scored to feature both soloists equally and is ideal for recitals, concerts, and competitions.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link
Duration: 2:40
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & US 2+)
Occasion: Concert - Competitions - Recital
Orchestration: Oboe - Piano
Lumiere is dynamically scored for Tenor Saxophone and Piano, presenting a captivating cycle of emotions and reflections which weave a tapestry of stirring melodic lines and intricate harmonies. This contemporary work is scored to feature both soloists equally and is ideal for recitals, concerts, and competitions.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link
Duration: 2:40
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & US 2+)
Occasion: Concert - Competitions - Recital
Orchestration: Tenor Saxophone - Piano
Lumiere is dynamically scored for Alto Saxophone and Piano, presenting a captivating cycle of emotions and reflections which weave a tapestry of stirring melodic lines and intricate harmonies. This contemporary work is scored to feature both soloists equally and is ideal for recitals, concerts, and competitions.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link
Duration: 2:40
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & US 2+)
Occasion: Concert - Competitions - Recital
Orchestration: Alto Saxophone - Piano
Lumiere is dynamically scored for Clarinet and Piano, presenting a captivating cycle of emotions and reflections which weave a tapestry of stirring melodic lines and intricate harmonies. This contemporary work is scored to feature both soloists equally and is ideal for recitals, concerts, and competitions.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link
Duration: 2:40
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & US 2+)
Occasion: Concert - Competitions - Recital
Orchestration: Clarinet - Piano
Lumiere is dynamically scored for Trumpet and Piano, presenting a captivating cycle of emotions and reflections which weave a tapestry of stirring melodic lines and intricate harmonies. This contemporary work is scored to feature both soloists equally and is ideal for recitals, concerts, and competitions.
Includes:
Score and Parts
MP3 Performance Recording
MP3 Piano Accompaniment
YouTube Link
Duration: 2:40
Level: Intermediate (UK Grade 5+ & US 2+)
Occasion: Concert - Competitions - Recital
Orchestration: Trumpet - Piano