Monthly Archives: January 2021

New Release: Two Arias for String Orchestra

Patrick Neher wrote Two Arias for String Orchestra in memory of Vincent Lionti, who died of Covid19. Vincent was a wonderful violist and conductor, so as a tribute, this composition has many viola solos accompanied by bass solos.

The piece is orchestrated for full string orchestra, with very few divisi in violins primarily. There are violin, viola, cello and bass solos (played by first desk principal) that are integral to the composition. But the piece could be played by string quintet.

Two Arias (Elegy and Homage) is about 14 minutes long. You can purchase the score and parts on the symphonic page at ISG Publications.

New Release: Five Fantasies for Strings & Percussion

Patrick Neher – Five Fantasies for Strings, Piano and Percussion has just been released, and is now available. This 15 minute work, in five movements, is suitable for accomplished high school or professional orchestras. It requires a regular string section, one pianist, and two percussionists with a minimal set of instruments (timpani, triangle, snare drum, bass drum).

The movement names are: Ma Pauvre Amie, Mon Champs des Courgettes, Mon Grand Entree, Mon Passepied Curieaux, Mon Petit Cafe. They can be played in any order, or singly. Listen here for example of Mon Petit Cafe

The sheet music is 65 pages of full-sized score and entire set of parts; available for rental or purchase.

New CAM Title: Forest Paths for Piano Trio

Randall Snyder’s new compositions, Forest Paths for Piano Trio, recently publish under our Continually Advancing Music Series (CAM) is an exciting addition to the repertory. The work is a set of contrasting expressions that create a “Nature” or “Garden” (Japanese-music influenced) feeling in the listener.

This short lyrical work was influenced by traditional Japanese music. Mr. Snyder says: “Forest Paths was inspired by my friendship with master Shakuhachi player, Yoshio Kurahashi. … The evolving form follows the Rokudan –  a suite of connected sections,  each becoming more rhythmically active, before a return to the quiet of  the beginning.“
See more about Randall Snyder on our Composers Page.
Score and Parts
Purchase the sheet music here.

Bottesini Seven Romantic Songs Second Edition

The Second Edition of the popular Bottesini Seven Romantic Songs is now available in clean and beautiful print. We gave the pieces a new cover and reduced the page size a tiny bit, to fit into the standardized “folio” size of sheet music (9″ x 12″). It will reside on your music stand more securely, and page turns are a bit easier.

Neher Romantic Songs CD
The Second Edition automatically comes with a wonderful performance CD. During the early 2000s, these songs were performed numerous times by Patrick Neher (bass), Betty Allen (soprano), and Suzanne Knosp (piano). The CD reflects years of consideration and is now considered a “classic” interpretation of the works.