Minus One

A marvelous collection of dances ranging from the sixteenth through eighteenth centuries. Suitable for the soprano, alto, tenor or bass recorder.

From the world of Vienna in its glory days comes this, probably the most famous operetta composed. Johann Strauss's magical, delightful excursion into another time and place is waiting for your participation with this generous album of highlights!

Franz Lehrs magnificent operetta, cherished by millions since it appeared a century ago, has never lost its popularity. And we bring you here a tremendous and generous selection of highlights from this classicminus the soloists, yourself included! Includes the original German text for every selection (except 'Butterflies,' from the English-language version, which is given in English). You won't be able to leave this one aloneget all of your talented cohorts together and make a production of it!

These three works for flute & orchestra remain at the top of the flute repertoire. Haydn's divertimento is a wonderful four-movement piece including a lovely 'Menuetto'; Vivaldi's 'Il Gardellino' or 'Bullfinch' Concerto is one of the great compositions for flute & orchestra and an all-time favorite; and King Frederick II of Prussia's famous Concerto in C major shows again that a king can be more than just statesman!

Gabriel Faur's magical 'Dolly' Suite was composed for Faur's wife and quickly became famous for its enchanting melodies and relatively simple parts. The French master's compositions are always lovely, lilting creations, and this is no exception. Magical!

19th-century Italian composer, conductor and master of the double bass Giovanni Bottesini created this magnificent concerto for the instrument, a classic in the literature. This deluxe 2CD set includes a slow-tempo practice version to help you get up to speed.

A favorite of audiences and performers, this concerto glows with exuberance and solid structural beauty. You play either the first or second part; or get together with a friend for a thrilling duet concerto eperience with full orchestra!

The famous double concerto, a watershed in the literature for both 'cello and violin, is now available in a magnificent MMO edition. This majestic work is filled with flowing melody and Brahms groundbreaking and imaginative use of the two instruments with the orchestra. A summit in the repertoire. Also includes a recorded version of the concerto minus both instruments for your convenience, plus a slow-tempo practice version of the minus violin accompaniment to help you as you learn the piece.