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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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American Rounds (concert band) - Traditional / Arr. Bob Phillips

American Rounds (concert band) Traditional / Arr. Bob Phillips

SOUND INNOVATIONS FOR CONCERT BAND This delightful arrangement for young band features two popular American rounds, Reuben and Rachel and Sweetly Sings the Donkey. Everyone in the band takes turns with these familiar melodies while the percussion section alternates accompanying with woodblock and triangle as well as snare and bass drum. Correlates with Book 1, Level 3
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Duration: 2:15 min
Difficulty: 1
Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Bob Phillips
Article Nr: 157814
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Pico Rivera - John O'Reilly

Pico Rivera John O'Reilly

ACCENT ON ACHIEVEMENT Solo claves usher in the authentic Latin percussion section that sets the style. A simple but effective bass line accompanies the syncopated melody. Rich harmonies that utilize a variety of seventh chords dominate the second theme. A brief modulation brings us to a restatement of the opening with a new countermelody in the trumpets and horns. Correlates t ...
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Duration: 3:10 min
Difficulty: 1
Composer: John O'Reilly
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Two Modal Episodes (concert band) - John O'Reilly
Titel / Title: Two Modal Episodes Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen UPC: 38081416601 ACCENT ON ACHIEVEMENT The first modal episode begins with a chant-like melody in G Aeolian mode (natural minor) that is reminiscent of early medieval music. The All ...
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Duration: 2:30 min
Difficulty: 1+
Composer: John O'Reilly
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Maritime March (concert band) - John O'Reilly
Titel / Title: Maritime March Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen 0000000 ACCENT ON ACHIEVEMENT This march has a jaunty British-style, opening up in the key of C natural minor (Aeolian mode). Sixteenth notes combined with simple syncopations highlight ...
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Duration: 2:15 min
Difficulty: 1+
Composer: John O'Reilly
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Lion Of Ireland (concert band) - Traditional / Arr. Scott Watson

Lion Of Ireland (concert band) Traditional / Arr. Scott Watson

YOUNG SYMPHONIC This exciting concert piece is based on Brian Boru's March, a traditional Irish tune named for the legendary 11th-century ruler. Framed by dramatic opening and closing statements, the rustic Celtic tune gives way to original material, all in a showcase for band that reflects the valor and glory of the storied last high king of Ireland.
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Duration: 3:45 min
Difficulty: 3
Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Scott Watson
Article Nr: 157808
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Uprising (concert band) - Matthew Bellamy / Arr. Steve Hodges

Uprising (concert band) Matthew Bellamy / Arr. Steve Hodges

Titel / Title: Uprising Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Sprache / Language: English UPC: 38081411613 YOUNG SYMPHONICThis exciting arrangement of Uprising is the big hit by the group Muse. Featuring strong rhythms and haunting melodies, this piece b ...
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Duration: 2:45 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Matthew Bellamy
Arranger: Steve Hodges
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Metrix (concert band) - Robert Sheldon

Metrix (concert band) Robert Sheldon

Titel / Title: Metrix Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen UPC: 38081407814 YOUNG SYMPHONIC This multi-meter, jazz inspired composition has infectious rhythms and tuneful melodies that are highlighted by the driving percussion riffs, propelling the mus ...
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Duration: 3:10 min
Difficulty: 2+
Composer: Robert Sheldon
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Land Of The Silver Birch (c/b) - Traditional / Arr. Vince Gassi

Land Of The Silver Birch (c/b) Traditional / Arr. Vince Gassi

YOUNG SYMPHONIC This inspirational setting for band will provide a refreshing change of pace for your next concert. It is one of Canada's most popular folk songs and a favorite with Boy Scouts, Girl Guides, and campers of all ages.
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Duration: 2:45 min
Difficulty: 2+
Composer: Traditional
Arranger: Vince Gassi
Article Nr: 157804
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For Honor For Country (concert band) - Jeffrey E. Turner
YOUNG SYMPHONIC If victory can be heard, then you've already won. The French horns ignite a fiery drum battleall is lost. The brass take up the fight in a heart-pounding tour-de-force and triumph. This composition inspires the courage and determination of what makes a country great.
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Duration: 4:40 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Jeffrey E. Turner
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Escadrille (concert band) - Len Orcino
YOUNG SYMPHONIC In 1916, prior to the USA entering World War I, Americans joined the French Air Corps. They were originally called the Escadrille Americaine---the name was changed to Escadrille de Lafayette after protest from the Germans that America was not in the war. The Escadrille had a reputation for daring acts, recklessness, and a party atmosphere. The corps mascots wer ...
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Duration: 2:15 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Len Orcino
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Through A Childs Eyes (concert band) - Chris M. Bernotas
Titel / Title: Through a Child's Eyes Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen 0000000 YOUNG SYMPHONIC Here is a composition that reflects on the innocence of a child, the discovery of the world around them, and the peacefulness of a sleeping baby. After th ...
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Duration: 3:05 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Chris M. Bernotas
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Article Nr: 157801
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La Madre De Los Gatos (concert band) - Brian Beck
YOUNG SYMPHONIC With tempo markings like Allegro con passione and Prestissimo con fuego, this work includes all the passion and fire needed to grab the audience. Its title is from a nickname given to Mrs. Verda Shine (Mama Kitty) by her fellow band directors at Byrd Middle School, Duncanville, Texas. Along with her fondness for cats, Mrs. Shine earned her nickname for her comm ...
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Duration: 3:00 min
Difficulty: 2+
Composer: Brian Beck
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Song Of The Wind (concert band) - Shirley Mier
YOUNG SYMPHONIC
The story of Quetzalcoatl, the Aztec God of the Wind, and his quest to bring music into the world is told with dramatic contrasts and bold melodies. The sounds of Aztec percussion are featured in this colorful portrayal of the Native American legend.
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Duration: 4:40 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Shirley Mier
Arranger: -
Article Nr: 157799
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Grasp The Dream (concert band) - Brad Ciechomski
Titel / Title: Grasp the Dream Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen 0000000 YOUNG SYMPHONIC When dreams come true, it is often due to good planning and hard work. This piece was composed to celebrate the opening of a new school, and the premiere perform ...
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Duration: 3:40 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Brad Ciechomski
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Article Nr: 157798
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Warriors; The (concert band) - Chris Sharp
YOUNG SYMPHONIC The Warriors is a processional march suitable for festival performances or ceremonial purposes, such as a graduation. Written in the style of the noted English composers of the early 20th century, this piece could be a good introduction to the more involved works of Holst, Vaughan Williams, Jacob, or Grainger.
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Duration: 2:30 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Chris Sharp
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Article Nr: 157797
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Falling Leaves (concert band) - John Fannin
YOUNG SYMPHONIC This lush ballad that provides an opportunity for ensembles at any level to explore rubato, tenuto, and vibrato. The inspiration for this work was a beautiful fall day when the leaves were turning color and falling from the trees, creating a stunning scene.
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Duration: 3:45 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: John Fannin
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Article Nr: 157796
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