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Alfred Publishing

Alfred Publishing Verlag

Das amerikanische Mutterhaus:


Alfred Music’s history began in New York City’s Tin Pan Alley in 1922, when Sam Manus, a violinist and importer of mood music for silent films, started a music publishing company and named it Manus Music. The company published primarily popular sheet music. In 1930, Sam acquired the music publisher, Alfred & Company, founded by Alfred Haase. Sam decided to combine the names and shortened it to Alfred Music, which the company is still known as today. Sam’s son, Morty began working for Alfred Music in the late 1940s and met his wife Iris at the company when the bookkeeper, Rose Kopelman, brought her daughter to work one day.


Morty reinvented Alfred Music in the 1950s. Inspired by the need for quality music education products, Morty, a clarinetist and pianist, oversaw the development of an instructional series for accordion, followed by books for guitar, piano, and recorder. Alfred Music was now more than just a sheet music publisher; the company was taking its first steps to becoming the leader in music education.


Alfred Music grew significantly over the next two decades and eventually exceeded the capacity of its New York headquarters. In 1975, the main office was relocated to Los Angeles, and the distribution center was moved to upstate New York. Sharing their father’s vision, Morty’s sons, Ron and Steve joined the company; Ron in 1988 and Steve in 1992. While continuing to develop the world’s leading instructional methods and performance music, they also expanded Alfred Music internationally, establishing offices in Australia, Germany, Singapore, and the UK. In 2005, Alfred Music purchased Warner Bros. Publications, acquiring the rights to the EMI Catalogue Partnership and beginning a long-term relationship with Warner/Chappell Music. Through this deal, Alfred Music gained the print publishing rights of legendary publishers such as M. Witmark & Sons, Remick Music Corp., and T.B. Harms, Inc. Among the vast EMI holdings are the Robbins and Leo Feist catalogs, plus film music from United Artists, MGM, and 20th Century Fox including The Wizard of Oz, Singin’ in the Rain, Doctor Zhivago, and many others.


Alfred Music currently has over 150,000 active titles and represents a wide range of well-known publications—from methods like Alfred’s Basic Guitar, Alfred’s Basic Piano Library, Premier Piano Course, Sound Innovations, and Suzuki, to artists like Bruce Springsteen, Bruno Mars, Cole Porter, Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks, Jimmy Buffett, George and Ira Gershwin, John Lennon, Katy Perry, Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, and The Who, to brands like Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, The Wizard of Oz, Rolling Stone magazine, and Billboard.


Alfred Music is now also paired with MakeMusic, which is part of Peaksware Holdings, LLC portfolio of companies, to transform how music is composed, published, taught, learned, and performed by bringing together the leaders in educational music publishing and music technology.




Die deutsche Niederlassung:

Anfänge und Entwicklung des deutschen Verlagsprogramms


Die Alfred Music Publishing GmbH wurde am 01. September 1997 in Neustadt/Wied nahe Köln gegründet – zunächst mit der Aufgabe, die Alfred US-Produkte in die Märkte des deutschsprachigen Vertriebsgebiets einzuführen und dort zu vertreiben.
Mit der Übernahme des populären KDM-Katalogs im Oktober 2000 und dem Eintritt von Thomas Petzold im Januar 2001 als Cheflektor und späterer Verlagsleiter wird der Fokus auf den Aufbau eines eigenständigen Verlagsprogramms in deutscher Sprache gerichtet.


Heute umfasst der Alfred-Produktkatalog mehr als 250 deutschsprachige Verlagstitel, die zum Teil auch für den internationalen Markt ins Englische übersetzt worden sind.
Zu den Topsellern zählen die Verlagsreihen „Garantiert lernen“, „Kräsch! Bum! Bäng!“, „Pop Piano School“ und „Kino Hits“ ebenso wie die deutschen Übersetzungsausgaben der mehrbändigen Lehrbücher Aaron Klavierschule, Alfreds Klavierschule für Erwachsene, Alfreds Klavierschule für Kinder und Lang Lang Klavierschule.
Aber auch im Schlagzeugbereich hat Alfred Music weitere Highlights mit den Veröffentlichungen von Anika Nilles, Jost Nickel, Claus Hessler u.v.a. gesetzt, die zu den angesagtesten Protagonisten der deutschen Drummerszene gehören.

Umzug nach Köln, Übernahme des Warner Katalogs und neue Auslieferung


Im Mai 2005 wurde der Verlagssitz nach Köln verlegt, die Verlagsauslieferung an einen externen Dienstleister ausgegliedert, um im Zuge der Übernahme des Warner-Print-Katalogs im gleichen Jahr durch das Alfred-Headquarter in den USA, ein europäisches Zentrallager einrichten zu können.

Im Jahr 2010 erfolgte der Umzug innerhalb Kölns an den derzeitigen Standort in Köln/Rath. Neben dem Verlagsarchiv sind hier die Büroräume für die MitarbeiterInnen aus Verwaltung, Vertrieb, Marketing, Produktion und die Verlagsleitung untergebracht, die Thomas Petzold 2017 an die langjährige Buchhaltungsleiterin Patricia Schwan übergeben hat.

Aktuelles


Der Zufall will es, dass das Jahr 2022 für Alfred Music in Deutschland und weltweit ein Jahr des Feierns ist. Alfred Music begeht nicht nur sein 100-jähriges Jubiläum in den USA, sondern auch das 25-jährige Bestehen der deutschen Niederlassung.

Darüber hinaus verabschiedeten wir zum 1. Juli 2022 unseren Editor-in-Chief Thomas Petzold nach 21 Jahren in den wohlverdienten Ruhestand.
Seine Verdienste um den Auf- und Ausbau des deutschen Verlagsprogramms sind bereits ausführlich beschrieben. Aber auch seine Impulse zur darüberhinausgehenden Auswertung der Verlagsrechte haben Alfred Deutschland entscheidend vorangebracht.
Auch wenn er uns im Alltagsgeschäft nicht mehr täglich zur Verfügung stehen wird, wird er sich noch nicht ganz und gar zur Ruhe setzen, sondern uns in den Bereichen Rechte und Lizenzen sowie Nachdruckbetreuung weiterhin mit Rat und Tat zur Seite stehen.
Seine Nachfolge im Bereich Lektorat und Produktion übernimmt Matthias Bielecke, der bereits seit 2019 erfolgreich den Bereich Marketing betreut hat.

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Youd Better Watch Out (c/b) - J. Fred Coots / Arr. Steve Frank

Youd Better Watch Out (c/b) J. Fred Coots / Arr. Steve Frank

Are you looking for a fresh novelty arrangement of a timeless holiday classic? Then this piece is for you! This creative setting features brief solos for each wind section, a host of percussion effects, quotes from The Nutcracker, and riffs from Saturday morning cartoons.
65,00 €
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Dauer: 2:20 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1+
Komponist: J. Fred Coots
Arrangeur: Steve Frank
Artikel Nr: 159536
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Sussex Anthem (c/b) - Chris M. Bernotas

Sussex Anthem (c/b) Chris M. Bernotas

This overture with optional choir can be used to honor all of your students for their dedicated pursuit of musical excellence as well as to the dedicated educators that guide them. With its patriotic sound, memorable melody, and feeling of pride, 'Sussex Anthem' will surely be a favorite for your students and audience alike as they celebrate their passion for music.
68,00 €
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Dauer: 2:40 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1+
Komponist: Chris M. Bernotas
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Artikel Nr: 159535
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Parade Procession (c/b) - Christopher Salerno

Parade Procession (c/b) Christopher Salerno

This piece is designed to create the impression of a marching band passing by during a parade. As the piece begins, the percussion is heard off in the distance, and as the band approaches, more instruments can be heard until the moment the marching band passes by and the entire band is playing. The piece ends as it began, with instruments heard sporadically as the percussion fa ...
53,00 €
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Dauer: 2:15 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1
Komponist: Christopher Salerno
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Artikel Nr: 159534
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Romance Op,40 (c/b) - Ludwig van Beethoven / Arr. Todd Stalter

Romance Op,40 (c/b) Ludwig van Beethoven / Arr. Todd Stalter

Titel / Title: Romance, Op. 40 Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Erscheinungsdatum / Date of Production: 2012 0000 Beethoven wrote two 'Romances' for violin and orchestra; his second one, the Op. 40 in G Major, was actually published in 1802, two year ...
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Dauer: 2:50 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1+
Komponist: Ludwig van Beethoven
Arrangeur: Todd Stalter
Artikel Nr: 159533
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Trumpets Of Symphony Hall (c/b) - Diverse / Arr. Todd Stalter

Trumpets Of Symphony Hall (c/b) Diverse / Arr. Todd Stalter

Here is a medley that provides a great opportunity to let your trumpet section be exactly what they want to be the stars of the show! Performing this delightful arrangement of familiar symphonic themes by Beethoven, Mozart, Dvorák, Haydn, Bach, Offenbach, and Brahms works very well with the trumpets standing in front of the band, but is also effective with them seated within th ...
65,00 €
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Dauer: 2:10 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1+
Komponist: Diverse
Arrangeur: Todd Stalter
Artikel Nr: 159532
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Waters Edge (c/b) - Steve Hodges

Waters Edge (c/b) Steve Hodges

The gentle ebb and flow of a brook or stream is depicted in this expressive composition. Lyrical melodies, smooth transitions, and shifting meters present a wonderful teaching tool for the young band. Try this great change of pace for a concert or festival.
65,00 €
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Dauer: 2:30 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 2
Komponist: Steve Hodges
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Artikel Nr: 159530
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Mystery Bay March (c/b) - Steve Hodges
This exciting march evokes the drama of a chase. During Prohibition days the remote waters off northwest Washington's coast were frequently used by smugglers whose regular disappearance was categorized by the Coast Guard as 'mysterious,' hence the name of the bay. This piece will be a dynamic addition to any concert or festival program.
65,00 €
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Dauer: 2:00 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1+
Komponist: Steve Hodges
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Artikel Nr: 159529
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Call To Valor (c/b) - Scott Watson

Call To Valor (c/b) Scott Watson

Valor is defined as 'boldness or determination in facing great danger; heroic courage.' 'Call to Valor' musically evokes both the resolute strength and quiet courage required to face difficulties and the unknown. The piece begins with a brief, animated introduction followed by a bold fanfare theme. A quieter, contrasting section alternates bugle calls with field drum solos, but ...
56,00 €
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Dauer: 2:15 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1+
Komponist: Scott Watson
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Artikel Nr: 159528
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Appalachian Folk Carol (c/b) - Traditional / Arr. Scott Watson

Appalachian Folk Carol (c/b) Traditional / Arr. Scott Watson

The Appalachian folk carol, 'Jesus, Jesus, Rest Your Head,' was collected by folk musicologist (and the composer of the tune, 'I Wonder as I Wander'), John Jacob Niles, in the early Twentieth Century. This hauntingly beautiful arrangement of the tune explores the Nativity with peaceful reverence and mysterious wonder. Watson's writing includes expressive tempo changes, lush sco ...
65,00 €
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Dauer: 3:50 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1+
Komponist: Traditional
Arrangeur: Scott Watson
Artikel Nr: 159526
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Holly And The Ivy (c/b) - Traditional / Arr. Vince Gassi

Holly And The Ivy (c/b) Traditional / Arr. Vince Gassi

Adorn your holiday concerts with this charming new setting of a familiar English carol. To open, we hear a jubilant proclamation leading to a presentation of the melody in 4/4 by the trumpets, supported with clarinets and light percussion. Soon, the low brass revels in the theme while the woodwinds festoon and decorate. Spirits are lifted with a change of key until we are gradu ...
65,00 €
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Dauer: 2:40 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1+
Komponist: Traditional
Arrangeur: Vince Gassi
Artikel Nr: 159525
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Climb The Mountains Tall (c/b) - Vince Gassi
Inspired by 'The Dream,' a poem by Darren Clayton, this work reflects the spirit of adventure necessary to journey to new places and new experiences. After a bold introduction, the flutes, oboe, and bells present a heroic melody with supporting roles provided by the baritone and snare drum. The full band then joins in and expands on the theme, energy building all the while. We ...
75,00 €
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Dauer: 3:15 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 2
Komponist: Vince Gassi
Arrangeur: -
Artikel Nr: 159524
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Of Distant Peaks (c/b) - Robert Sheldon

Of Distant Peaks (c/b) Robert Sheldon

Titel / Title: Of Distant Peaks Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Erscheinungsdatum / Date of Production: 2012 0000 An ancient mountain poem by Li Bai (701762) served as the inspiration for this piece, written in memory of Daniel Stritchko, a young te ...
65,00 €
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Dauer: 2:30 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1+
Komponist: Robert Sheldon
Arrangeur: -
Artikel Nr: 159523
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Austrian Carol (c/b) - Traditional / Arr. Robert Sheldon

Austrian Carol (c/b) Traditional / Arr. Robert Sheldon

Titel / Title: An Austrian Carol Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Erscheinungsdatum / Date of Production: 2012 0000 'Still, Still, Still' is an Austrian Christmas carol and lullaby. In German, its first line translates to 'Hush, hush, hush, for the l ...
67,00 €
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Dauer: 2:50 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1
Komponist: Traditional
Arrangeur: Robert Sheldon
Artikel Nr: 159522
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Royal March (c/b) - Robert Sheldon

Royal March (c/b) Robert Sheldon

Titel / Title: Royal March Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Erscheinungsdatum / Date of Production: 2012 UPC: 38081438320 This processional-style march is an excellent choice for opening a concert or performing at a graduation ceremony. Correlated t ...
65,00 €
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Dauer: 1:30 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1
Komponist: Robert Sheldon
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Artikel Nr: 159519
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Wind Storm (c/b) - John O'Reilly / Arr. John O'Reilly

Wind Storm (c/b) John O'Reilly / Arr. John O'Reilly

In early December 2011, a powerful wind storm passed through Southern California, leaving thousands without electricity and severe damage to many mature trees. Written during this event, this piece uses sharply syncopated rhythms, the key of C minor and prominent percussion to convey the mood that prevailed during the storm. As is always the case, calm, clear weather returned a ...
65,00 €
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Dauer: 3:45 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1+
Komponist: John O'Reilly
Arrangeur: John O'Reilly
Artikel Nr: 159518
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Two Holiday Classics (c/b) - Piotr Ilich Tchaikowsky (Pyotr Peter Ilyich Iljitsch Tschaikovsky) / Arr. John O'Reilly

Two Holiday Classics (c/b) Piotr Ilich Tchaikowsky (Pyotr Peter Ilyich Iljitsch Tschaikovsky) / Arr. John O'Reilly

Two all-time favorite Holiday 'hits' are combined to create a delightful arrangement for your next holiday concert. Tchaikovsky's 'Dance of the Reed Pipes' from the Nutcracker Ballet features the flute section with a light accompaniment provided by the rest of the ensemble. A brief snare drum solo ushers in a rousing rendition of Handel's 'Hallelujah Chorus' from Messiah, his f ...
61,00 €
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Dauer: 2:45 min
Schwierigkeitsgrad: 1
Artikel Nr: 159517
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