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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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Beyond the Bell Carol (c/b) - Robert W. Smith

Beyond the Bell Carol (c/b) Robert W. Smith

98/RWS Concert Band Series This rock and roll-themed arrangement of the traditional 'Ukranian Bell Carol' is a fresh new sound for a Winter Concert. Intertwined with other classic holiday melodies, Robert W. Smith has truly gone Beyond The Bell Carol. With optional solo guitar, bass guitar and drum set parts, the opportunity to feature your entire band program is included throu ...
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Duration: 0:02:55 min
Difficulty: 3+
Composer: Robert W. Smith
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Article Nr: 183315
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Blues for Santa (c/b) - Robert W. Smith

Blues for Santa (c/b) Robert W. Smith

98/RWS Concert Band Series Santa's gonna have your audience singing the blues this year! Master composer/arranger Robert W. Smith has created another fun themed arrangement of 'Up On The Roof Top' that will be the centerpiece for your next holiday program. Featuring multiple solos and a sing-along section, this will bring a holiday smile to musician and audience. A great feat ...
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Duration: 0:02:11 min
Difficulty: 3+
Composer: Robert W. Smith
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Article Nr: 183314
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When Saint Nick Comes Marching In (c/b) - Robert W. Smith
98/RWS Concert Band Series New Orleans and its unique music history has impacted the entire world through the roots of jazz and popular music. Beginning with a trumpet solo inspired by Louis Armstrong, the piece quickly transitions to a Dixieland Jazz quintet. The full band, in the tradition of the New Orleans Brass Bands, joins the street parade with Saint Nick leading the c ...
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Duration: 0:2:07 min
Difficulty: 3+
Composer: Robert W. Smith
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Article Nr: 183313
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Christmas Encore (c/b) - Robert W. Smith

Christmas Encore (c/b) Robert W. Smith

98/RWS Beginning Band Series Close your holiday concert with a flourish. Beginning with a heralding brass fanfare statement, this arrangement quickly transitions in to a fun and energetic interplay between the wind sections. The fanfare returns leading to a classic orchestral ending that will bring the audience to their feet. This could become a tradition on your annual holiday ...
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Duration: 0:1:41 min
Difficulty: 1+
Composer: Robert W. Smith
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Article Nr: 183312
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O Come; O Come Emmanuel (brass quintet) - Charles Mekealian
Brass quintet 98/RWS Festival Ensemble Series A unique twist on this classic holiday favorite will catch the listener's attention with its lush chords and familiar melody. O Come, O Come Emmanuel will be a valued addition to any brass quintet holiday library.
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Duration: 0:2:41 min
Difficulty: 3
Composer: Charles Mekealian
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Article Nr: 711960
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Two Advent Carols (c/b) - Gary Fagan
98/RWS Concert Band Series The peaceful and lush arrangement combines the two lovely Christmas classics 'Still, Still, Still' and 'Infant Holy, Infant Lowly.' This lyrical holiday themed work is masterfully scored to display your ensemble's beautiful sonority and blend.
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Duration: 0:04:17 min
Difficulty: 3
Composer: Gary Fagan
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Article Nr: 183287
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JE: Give Me The Simple Life - Rube Bloom / Arr. Dave Wolpe

JE: Give Me The Simple Life Rube Bloom / Arr. Dave Wolpe

Vergriffen (Restexemplare bei uns noch lieferbar!) / Permanently out of Print (we still sell our remaining stock) Series: Dave Wolpe's Classics for Jazz EnsembleThis chart features tenor lead in the sax section which gives the band a bright new sound. Unique! The tune is happy, and Wolpe completes it with this fine arrangement. ...
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Duration: 3:20 min
Difficulty: 3+
Composer: Rube Bloom
Arranger: Dave Wolpe
Article Nr: 585460
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African Holy Night (c/b) - Robert W. Smith

African Holy Night (c/b) Robert W. Smith

Titel / Title: African Holy Night Herausgeber / Publisher: Barnhouse Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Erscheinungsdatum / Date of Production: 2017 The traditional carol O Holy Night has been re-imagined in a completely different setting. Featuring the percussion section, we are musically transported to the Serengeti and jungles of Africa t ...
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Duration: 2:39 min
Difficulty: 3
Composer: Robert W. Smith
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Article Nr: 176775
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Tromba Grande Fanfare for Trombone Choir - Robert W. Smith
98/RWS Festival Ensemble Series Robert W. Smith gives us this brilliant fanfare for trombone choir suitable for the opening of any performance. Exciting fanfare flourishes combined with intense driving rhythmic content creates a musical statement that will not be forgotten. Highly recommended for the accomplished trombone section/choir!
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Duration: 1:45 min
Difficulty: 4+
Composer: Robert W. Smith
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Article Nr: 300716
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Hidden Village (perc ens) - Austin Thompson

Hidden Village (perc ens) Austin Thompson

98/RWS Festival Ensemble Series Inspired by the composer's experience building homes in a musician's village in New Orleans, the rhythms of the construction site are evident throughout the piece. Challenging yet accessible for most high school ensembles, 'Hidden Village' is a must-have for your percussion library.
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Duration: 3:08 min
Difficulty: 2+
Composer: Austin Thompson
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Article Nr: 300715
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Hero: Brass Quintet - Charles Mekealian

Hero: Brass Quintet Charles Mekealian

98/RWS Festival Ensemble Series A bold and triumphant brass quintet evoking images of a hero's return from battle. Each player shares the spotlight with the melodic line traded through all parts. Appropriate for any concert or festival performance, 'Hero' will also find a place on your ceremonial programs in multiple settings. A heroic musical statement for brass!
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Duration: 2:50 min
Difficulty: 4
Composer: Charles Mekealian
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Article Nr: 300714
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Suite of Appalachian Folk Songs (c/b) - Robert W. Smith
98/RWS Symphony Band Series This collection of folk songs was inspired by the musicologist Cecil Sharpe and his journeys through the Appalachian Mountain range in the early 1900s. Mr. Sharpe collected traditional British folk songs that had been passed down from generation to generation in this culturally rich area of the United States. Short, tight movements, each with their o ...
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Duration: 8:50 min
Difficulty: 4
Composer: Robert W. Smith
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Article Nr: 173966
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Rising Waters (c/b) - Mark J. Connor

Rising Waters (c/b) Mark J. Connor

98/RWS Beginning Band Series The rain won't stop and time is running out! 'Rising Waters' perfectly captures the feeling of extreme urgency through energetic rhythmic interplay and exciting percussion. Written for beginning band using only the first six notes, this dramatic music has plenty to teach and will keep everyone on the edge of their seat!
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Duration: 1:51 min
Difficulty: 1
Composer: Mark J. Connor
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Article Nr: 173964
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Postcards from the First Coast (c/b) - Robert W. Smith
98/RWS Symphony Band Series A perfect encore for the concert band inspired by the hot summer nightlife of Florida's Atlantic coast. Featuring latin percussion, trumpets, trombones and saxophones, your audience will be tapping, clapping and perhaps even dancing in the aisles! An excellent addition to your spring concert program!
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Duration: 2:37 min
Difficulty: 4
Composer: Robert W. Smith
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Article Nr: 173963
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What Child Is This? (c/b) - Robert W. Smith / Arr. Robert W. Smith

What Child Is This? (c/b) Robert W. Smith / Arr. Robert W. Smith

98/RWS Developing Band Series Robert W. Smith’s beautiful setting of the traditional English carol will be a highlight of your holiday concert program. From the delicacy of the keyboard percussion and alto saxophone solo to the lushness of the full ensemble statement, the musicality of this arrangement is appropriate for developing bands to mature ensembles.
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Duration: 3:10 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Robert W. Smith
Arranger: Robert W. Smith
Article Nr: 173962
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In the Bleak Midwinter (c/b) - Gustav Holst / Arr. Robert W. Smith

In the Bleak Midwinter (c/b) Gustav Holst / Arr. Robert W. Smith

98/RWS Beginning Band Series This timeless melody by Gustav Holst is a perfect musical setting for exceptional teaching. The Melody Mine gives each member of the band the opportunity to play the melodic line while the teacher focuses on phrasing, shaping and other core musical concepts. The full band arrangement provides a lush chorale setting of the Holst hymn. The director al ...
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Duration: 2:54 min
Difficulty: 1
Composer: Gustav Holst
Arranger: Robert W. Smith
Article Nr: 173961
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