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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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Russian Dance Nutcracker (c/b) - Piotr Ilich Tchaikowsky (Pyotr Peter Ilyich Iljitsch Tschaikovsky) / Arr. Robert W. Smith & Michael Story

Russian Dance Nutcracker (c/b) Piotr Ilich Tchaikowsky (Pyotr Peter Ilyich Iljitsch Tschaikovsky) / Arr. Robert W. Smith & Michael Story

BAND EXPRESSIONS BOOK 2 Based on Alexandre Dumas' adaptation of E. T. A. Hoffmann's story, this setting is targeted toward the middle of most second-year band methods. Bring Tchaikovsky into your developing band's repertoire! Titel / Title: Russian Dance from The Nutcracker Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: ...
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Duration: 1:26 min
Difficulty: 2
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Two Famous Carols (concert band) - Dix & Hopkins / Arr. Roy Phillippe

Two Famous Carols (concert band) Dix & Hopkins / Arr. Roy Phillippe

YOUNG BAND Here's a duo of cherished holiday carols in wildly diverse styles. What Child Is This?, begins with the beautiful sound of a solo horn, while We Three Kings is presented in the style of a jazz-waltz. A holiday potpourri!
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Duration: 3:33 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Dix & Hopkins
Arranger: Roy Phillippe
Article Nr: 157880
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Joy Of Christmas (concert band) - Traditional / Arr. Jack Bullock

Joy Of Christmas (concert band) Traditional / Arr. Jack Bullock

Titel / Title: The Joy of Christmas Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen YOUNG BAND The performance of music is a significant part of the celebration of the holiday season. Three musical favorites are presented in a joyful medley of Christmas musical cheer.
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Duration: 3:07 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Jack Bullock
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Fantasia on Christmas Comes Anew (c/b) - Traditional / Arr. Michael Story

Fantasia on Christmas Comes Anew (c/b) Traditional / Arr. Michael Story

Titel / Title: Fantasia on Christmas Comes Anew - Sing We Now of Christmas Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen UPC: 38081408729 YOUNG BAND [EN]Also known as “Noel Nouvelet” this fantasia setting of the French carol will be sure to bring a holiday smile to the faces of all! [DE]Auch ...
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Duration: 2:07 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Michael Story
Article Nr: 157878
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I Told You So (c/b score & parts) - Randy Travis / Arr. Thomas Reid

I Told You So (c/b score & parts) Randy Travis / Arr. Thomas Reid

YOUNG BAND Performed as a duet between Carrie Underwood and Randy Travis during the 8th season of American Idol, it hit No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 2 on the Hot Country Songs in 2009.
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Duration: 2:10 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Randy Travis
Arranger: Thomas Reid
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Kissin' U (concert band) - Lukasz Gottwald / Arr. Jacob White

Kissin' U (concert band) Lukasz Gottwald / Arr. Jacob White

Titel / Title: Kissin' U - As performed by Miranda Cosgrove Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen YOUNG BAND Since the release of this lead single, it has remained on both the U.S. Billboard Digital Songs chart and the Billboard Hot 100. Its carefree melody and smooth groove are sure to be a h ...
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Duration: 2:00 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Lukasz Gottwald
Arranger: Jacob White
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Misery (concert band) - Maroon 5 / Arr. Thomas Reid

Misery (concert band) Maroon 5 / Arr. Thomas Reid

Titel / Title: Misery - As performed by Maroon 5 Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen YOUNG BANDOff of Maroon 5's third studio album, Hands All Over, this song charted the No. 1 position on the Billboard Adult Pop Songs in 2010. This infectious groove is sure to entertain both your students an ...
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Duration: 1:49 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Maroon 5
Arranger: Thomas Reid
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If I Rise (concert band) - A.R. Rahman / Arr. George Vincent

If I Rise (concert band) A.R. Rahman / Arr. George Vincent

YOUNG BAND This Oscar-nominated melody provides a stunning change of pace at your next concert, and a seamless introduction to multi-meter.
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Duration: 2:17 min
Difficulty: 2+
Composer: A.R. Rahman
Arranger: George Vincent
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Baby (c/b) - Diverse / Arr. Victor Lopez

Baby (c/b) Diverse / Arr. Victor Lopez

Titel / Title: Baby! - Justin Bieber Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen UPC: 38081417974 YOUNG BAND Three of the hottest titles from the Justin Bieber discography. The arrangement is to be played in its entirety; however, as an added option, each ti ...
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Duration: 5:01 min
Difficulty: 2+
Composer: Diverse
Arranger: Victor Lopez
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Hold My Hand (concert band) - Claude Kelly, Akon & Georgio Tuinfort / Arr. Michael Story

Hold My Hand (concert band) Claude Kelly, Akon & Georgio Tuinfort / Arr. Michael Story

YOUNG BAND This ballad, featuring Michael Jackson and Akon, was released in late 2010. The feel-good melody is scored at the young band difficulty level.
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Duration: 2:08 min
Difficulty: 2
Article Nr: 157867
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Born To Be Somebody (c/b) - Diane Warren / Arr. Patrick Roszell

Born To Be Somebody (c/b) Diane Warren / Arr. Patrick Roszell

YOUNG BAND Teen pop sensation Justin Bieber delivers a stunning version of songwriter Diane Warren's Born to Be Somebody. This track was taken from the album Never Say Never-The Remixes.
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Duration: 1:56 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Diane Warren
Arranger: Patrick Roszell
Article Nr: 157866
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Legend Of Asturias (concert band) - Isaac Albéniz / Arr. Victor Lopez

Legend Of Asturias (concert band) Isaac Albéniz / Arr. Victor Lopez

YOUNG BAND Manuel Francisco Albéniz was best known for his piano works that are based on Spanish folk music. Now this favorite has been scored for the developing band with high energy and a multicultural flair!
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Duration: 4:10 min
Difficulty: 2+
Composer: Isaac Albéniz
Arranger: Victor Lopez
Article Nr: 157863
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Chimera (concert band) - Vince Gassi
YOUNG BAND Here's a musical tale of valor depicting a knight's epic quest to defeat the fire-breathing monster. Spirited harmonies and energetic rhythms abound, contrasting with a lyrical section.
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Duration: 3:56 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Vince Gassi
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Structures (concert band) - Roland Barrett

Structures (concert band) Roland Barrett

Titel / Title: Structures Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen UPC: 38081411057 YOUNG BAND Inspired by the legendary Standing Stone structures located near the village of Callanish on the Western Isles of Scotland, the majesty of these monolithic stru ...
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Duration: 3:56 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Roland Barrett
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Article Nr: 157860
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Lion Of Knidos (concert band) - Victor Lopez
Titel / Title: Lion of Knidos Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen 0000000 YOUNG BAND Here's an original composition that portrays the images and excitement of the discovery of the Lion and its global history. Inspired by the composer's visit to the Br ...
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Duration: 3:27 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Victor Lopez
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Chorale And March (concert band) - Clifton Williams / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Chorale And March (concert band) Clifton Williams / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Titel / Title: Chorale and March - From Symphonic Suite Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen 0000000 YOUNG BANDOriginally published in 1957, with five diverse movements, American composer J. Clifton Williams' Symphonic Suite includes: 'Intrada,' 'Chorale ...
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Duration: 4:53 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Clifton Williams
Arranger: Douglas E. Wagner
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