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Alfred Publishing

Alfred Publishing publisher

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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Riders for the Flag (concert band) - John Philip Sousa / Arr. Frederick Fennell

Riders for the Flag (concert band) John Philip Sousa / Arr. Frederick Fennell

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Dedicated to Colonel Osmun Latrobe and members of the Fourth U.S. Calvary, this march clearly reflects the patriotism so characteristic in Sousa's work. Complete with bugle calls in the trio, this stirring march is certain to attract attention. (2:26)
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Duration: 3:28 min
Difficulty: 3+
Composer: John Philip Sousa
Arranger: Frederick Fennell
Article Nr: 93360
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Percy Grainger Portrait; A (c/b) - Percy Aldridge Grainger / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Percy Grainger Portrait; A (c/b) Percy Aldridge Grainger / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Serie: Concert BandThe boundless energy and passion for life of Australian-born composer Percy Aldridge Grainger is reflected in the four works included in this eclectic sampling of his music: Irish Tune from County Derry Mock Morris My Robin Is to the Greenwood Gone Children's March: Over the Hills and Far Away, Combining Grainger genius with a contemporary scoring by Dougl ...
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Duration: 4:33 min
Difficulty: 3
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I've Got You Under My Skins, Book and CD - Irv Cottler
Titel / Title: I've Got You Under My Skins Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Schlagzeug Produkttyp / Product: Buch + CD Produkttyp / Product: Buch + CD ISBN: 9780739017067 UPC: 38081190402 for drumset UNTERHALTUNGSMUSIK SCHLAGZEUG SCHLAGER The Lady is a Tramp I'll never Smile again Witchcraft Fly me to the Moon My kind of Town I've got you und ...
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Composer: Irv Cottler
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Con Calma/Remix (c/b) - Katy Perry / Arr. Doug Adams

Con Calma/Remix (c/b) Katy Perry / Arr. Doug Adams

Words and Music by Katy Perry, Darrin O'Brien, L. Grier Michael, Shawn 'McShan' Moltke, Ramon Ayala, Oscar Salinas, Edmond Leary, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, Terri Moltke, and Jutin Salinas / arr. Doug Adams Serie / Series: Belwin Young Band Produkttyp / Product: Score & PartsThis catchy Latin-influenced song by Daddy Yankee & Katy Perry feat. Snow was a hit in the early to mid-2019 ...
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Duration: 2:15 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Katy Perry
Arranger: Doug Adams
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Over The Rainbow (j/e) - Harold Arlen / Arr. Alan Baylock

Over The Rainbow (j/e) Harold Arlen / Arr. Alan Baylock

Serie: JAZZ BAND
Do you have two trumpet players to showcase? Here is a ballad everybody knows, scored as a trumpet duet. Everything is written, no improvised solo, the lead trumpet range is to C above the staff, and the second part is to written A. Lyrical and melodic, it's a sure-fire crowd pleaser.
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Duration: 2:38 min
Difficulty: 3
Composer: Harold Arlen
Arranger: Alan Baylock
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Festival Procession (c/b) - Richard Strauss / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Festival Procession (c/b) Richard Strauss / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Titel / Title: Festival Procession Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen UPC: 38081409320Originally composed in 1909 to be included in one of the ceremonies of the Knights of St. John with a bold outside instrumentation, Strauss later scored the work for full orchestra. Douglas Wagner's condense ...
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Duration: 4:00 min
Difficulty: 3
Composer: Richard Strauss
Arranger: Douglas E. Wagner
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Riu Riu Chiu (c/b) - Mateo Flecha / Arr. Heather Hoefle

Riu Riu Chiu (c/b) Mateo Flecha / Arr. Heather Hoefle

98/RWS Concert Band SeriesThis Spanish Christmas carol will add a multicultural flare to your winter concert. Melodies are shared throughout the band to give every section a time to shine. Heather Hoefle cleverly and artistically quotes other holiday carols amid the infectious rhythms of this Spanish classic. Multiple articulation styles and mixed meter also make this a great ...
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Duration: 2:03 min
Difficulty: 3
Composer: Mateo Flecha
Arranger: Heather Hoefle
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Skydance (c/b) - Robert Sheldon

Skydance (c/b) Robert Sheldon

Titel / Title: Skydance Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band/Harmonie Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Erscheinungsdatum / Date of Production: 2018 UPC: 38081532660 Alfred Concert BandFrom its opening fanfare embodying moments of heroism and pride to its joyous journey of playfulness that expresses freedom and a passion for l ...
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Duration: 5:29 min
Difficulty: 4
Composer: Robert Sheldon
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Trittico (concert band) - Vaclav Nelhybel

Trittico (concert band) Vaclav Nelhybel

Titel / Title: Trittico Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen UPC: 29156099331 Concert BandThis release celebrates the 30th anniversary of the first performance of this work by the conductor and band to whom it is dedicated: Dr. William Revelli and the University of Michigan Symphonic Band. Thi ...
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Duration: 10:42 min
Difficulty: 3
Composer: Vaclav Nelhybel
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Bonse Aba (c/b) - Traditional / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Bonse Aba (c/b) Traditional / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

BEGINNING BAND Based on a traditional folk song from the Republic of Zambia, Bonse Aba is a joyful and happy folk tune, loosely translated, it means all who sing. Compelling rhythms and solid harmonies present this musical celebration of life!
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Duration: 1:58 min
Difficulty: 1
Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Douglas E. Wagner
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A Celtic Christmas (concert band) - Traditional / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

A Celtic Christmas (concert band) Traditional / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Titel / Title: A Celtic Christmas Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + StimmenThe roots of this theme go as far back as the early 19th century, but its most familiar use is in the film score for Empire of the Sun. This lullaby carol will set a festive mood for your very first holiday program! ...
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Duration: 2:12 min
Difficulty: 1
Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Douglas E. Wagner
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SI Young C/B Ensemble Development BTC - Chris M. Bernotas
for concert band baritone T.C.
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Composer: Chris M. Bernotas
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Article Nr: 182647
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SI Young C/B Ensemble Development MP - Chris M. Bernotas
for concert band mallets
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SI Young C/B Ensemble Development SNARE - Chris M. Bernotas
for concert band percussion
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SI Young C/B Ensemble Development TMP - Chris M. Bernotas
for concert band timpani
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Big Bang Theory (PVG) - Ed Robertson

Big Bang Theory (PVG) Ed Robertson

Titel / Title: The Big Bang Theory (Main Title) Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Klavier, Gesang und Gitarre Produkttyp / Product: Buch ISBN: 9780739089248 UPC: 38081440163 for piano/vocal/guitar UNTERHALTUNGSMUSIK GESANG+2MS/GIT.EINZELN FILMMELODIEN Page, Steven, author Barenaked Ladies, performers
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Composer: Ed Robertson
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