On January 10, 2025, one of the biggest rock and pop stars of our time celebrated a milestone: Rod Stewart turned 80 years old. With a career spanning more than six decades, Stewart is not only an exceptional artist, but also a symbol of consistency and passion in the music
Rod Stewart: A life full of music and passion on his 80th birthday Weiterlesen »
The C.L. Barnhouse Company was founded in 1886 by Charles Lloyd Barnhouse in Oskaloosa, Iowa, and is today one of the most renowned music publishers of wind band literature in the world. The publishing house focuses on sophisticated works for concert bands, marching bands and ensembles of all levels. Over
The publisher Barnhouse and its highlights of the 2025 catalogue Weiterlesen »
The world knows the great names of the Strauss dynasty: Johann Strauss (father), the founder of the Viennese waltz tradition, and Johann Strauss (son), the “Waltz King”. But who knows Johann Strauss III? This descendant of the famous family continues the musical legacy of the Strauss dynasty in his own
If Strauss, then all Strauss: Johann Strauss III Weiterlesen »
The new catalog “HaFaBra 2025: New Year Music for Wind Band” takes the tradition of festive New Year’s music for wind band to a new level. The catalog combines classics of the waltz, march and polka literature in magnificent arrangements and is a real treasure trove for conductors and musicians
HaFaBra 2025: A start to the year with musical brilliance for wind orchestras Weiterlesen »
Born in Vienna on March 12, 1930, Hans Hammerschmid, an outstanding composer, arranger and pianist, left behind a musical legacy that radiated far beyond Austria. He died recently at the age of 94. Hammerschmid was a versatile artist whose work was characterized by his pioneering spirit and his ability to
Let it rain red roses for him – on the death of Hans Hammerschmid Weiterlesen »
From July 3 to 6, 2025, Lleida in Catalonia will host the 20th Lleida International Band Festival, in which the FEM Banda competition will also play a central role. This event brings together brass bands and street bands from all over the world to celebrate music on the streets of
Jo Conjaerts’ “Rhythmical Exercises” is aimed at aspiring and experienced conductors who want to maintain and improve their skills. Order now for only €5.95 plus shipping!
Conducting as a demanding art Weiterlesen »
The world of music publishing is characterized by innovation, tradition and a passion for the arts. One company that embodies these qualities to an exceptional degree is Alfred Music. An internationally active publishing house that plays an important role in music education, orchestral music and the publication of sheet music.
Alfred Music: An international powerhouse for orchestral music Weiterlesen »
MUNODI Edition is a young, ambitious music publishing house from South Tyrol that was founded in 2022 and has been pursuing a special mission ever since: the promotion and distribution of high-quality wind music literature. As the first and only publisher of its kind in South Tyrol, MUNODI Edition is
Munodi Edition: A unique music publisher for brass music from South Tyrol Weiterlesen »
Quincy Jones, the legendary icon of the music industry, passed away on November 3, 2024 at the age of 91. The versatile musician, producer and composer shaped the music and entertainment industry for over seven decades. His influence ranged from groundbreaking jazz compositions to some of the best-selling pop albums
Obituary for a music legend: The unforgettable Quincy Jones (1933-2024) Weiterlesen »
