The “dumb it down” series offers simplified piano accompaniments to works for violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, clarinet, and other instruments. Johann Baptist Vanhal (1739–1813) was a Bohemian composer of the Viennese Classical period and a contemporary of Haydn and Mozart. His Concerto in D major for double bass and orchestra is part of the double bass repertoire; this simplified version for double bass and piano is in C major and is arranged for the orchestral tuning (E–A–D–G). Another edition of Vanhal’s Concerto for Double Bass and Piano, in D major, is available under item number 6596 .

The “dumb it down” series offers simplified piano accompaniments to works for violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, clarinet, and other instruments. Johann Baptist Vanhal (1739–1813) was a Bohemian composer of the Viennese Classical period and a contemporary of Haydn and Mozart. His Concerto in D major for double bass and orchestra is part of the standard repertoire for double bass; this simplified version for double bass and piano is also in D major and is arranged for the solo tuning (F♯–B–E–A). Another edition of Vanhal’s Concerto for Double Bass and Piano, in C major, is available under item number 659 7 .

With explanations and over 180 practice questions on all aspects of the cello Teaching students theoretical knowledge is no easy task. However, Maria Evers and Andreas Franzky provide a brief and clear explanation for every musical term and musical symbol that frequently appears in cello publications. In the entertaining questions that follow, the material is considered from a variety of perspectives, thereby reinforcing it. A knowledge quiz at the end of each of the three sections reinforces this process. A publication that not only motivates younger students but is also engaging for older cellists.

Not only at Christmas time… Marc-Antoine Charpentier’s instrumental “Noëls” from the time of Louis XIV enchant listeners with their elegant dance movements throughout the year. Dagmar Scherschmidt has combined the Noëls sur les instruments , the Noëls pour les instruments and the Agnus Dei from the Messe de Minuit and arranged them for recorder quartet SATB , recorder octet SATB TBGbSb , viol consort and basso continuo ad libitum, which can be freely combined . Especially through the alternation of high and low choirs, Charpentier’s characteristic sound colours are vividly conveyed.

Not only at Christmas time… Marc-Antoine Charpentier’s instrumental “Noëls” from the time of Louis XIV enchant listeners with their elegant dance movements throughout the year. Dagmar Scherschmidt has combined the Noëls sur les instruments , the Noëls pour les instruments and the Agnus Dei from the Messe de Minuit and arranged them for recorder quartet SATB , recorder octet SATB TBGbSb , viol consort and basso continuo ad libitum, which can be freely combined . Especially through the alternation of high and low choirs, Charpentier’s characteristic sound colours are vividly conveyed.

Not only at Christmas time… Marc-Antoine Charpentier’s instrumental “Noëls” from the time of Louis XIV enchant listeners with their elegant dance movements throughout the year. Dagmar Scherschmidt has combined the Noëls sur les instruments , the Noëls pour les instruments and the Agnus Dei from the Messe de Minuit and arranged them for recorder quartet SATB, recorder octet SATB TBGbSb, viol consort and basso continuo ad libitum, which can be freely combined. Especially through the alternation of high and low choirs, Charpentier’s characteristic sound colours are vividly conveyed.

Not only at Christmas time… Marc-Antoine Charpentier’s instrumental “Noëls” from the time of Louis XIV enchant listeners with their elegant dance movements throughout the year. Dagmar Scherschmidt has combined the Noëls sur les instruments , the Noëls pour les instruments and the Agnus Dei from the Messe de Minuit and arranged them for recorder quartet SATB , recorder octet SATB TBGbSb , viol consort and basso continuo ad libitum, which can be freely combined . Especially through the alternation of high and low choirs, Charpentier’s characteristic sound colours are vividly conveyed.

Not only at Christmas time… Marc-Antoine Charpentier’s instrumental “Noëls” from the time of Louis XIV enchant listeners with their elegant dance movements throughout the year. Dagmar Scherschmidt has combined the Noëls sur les instruments , the Noëls pour les instruments and the Agnus Dei from the Messe de Minuit and arranged them for recorder quartet SATB , recorder octet SATB TBGbSb , viol consort and basso continuo ad libitum, which can be freely combined . Especially through the alternation of high and low choirs, Charpentier’s characteristic sound colours are vividly conveyed.

From practice for practice: ‘dumb it down’ is a series of simplified piano accompaniments to standard works for various instruments, which also offer piano players without a degree the opportunity to accompany their pupils, children, friends etc. Level of difficulty 2: must be looked at before the lesson, practised before the concert The edition is also available as a pdf file. Click on the drop-down menu under ‘Issue (please select)’

From practice for practice: ‘dumb it down’ is a series of simplified piano accompaniments to standard works for various instruments, which also offer piano players without a degree the opportunity to accompany their pupils, children, friends etc. Bohm composed the 'Adagietto religioso' originally for violin in F major. Level of difficulty 2: must be looked at before the lesson, practised before the concert The edition is also available as a pdf file. Click on the drop-down menu under ‘Issue (please select)’

From practice for practice: ‘dumb it down’ is a series of simplified piano accompaniments to standard works for various instruments, which also offer piano players without a degree the opportunity to accompany their pupils, children, friends etc. Level of difficulty 3 : Fingerings may need to be entered and practised The edition is also available as a pdf file. Click on the drop-down menu under ‘Issue (please select)’

From practice for practice: "dumb it down" is a series of simplified piano accompaniments to standard works for various instruments, which also offer piano players without a degree the opportunity to accompany their pupils, children, friends etc. Level of difficulty 3*: Fingerings may need to be entered and practised * For the most part, it is sufficient to play the left hand (during lessons) The edition is also available as a pdf file. Click on the drop-down menu under ‘Issue (please select)’