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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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The Little Drummer Boy (concert band) - Harry Simeone / Arr. John O'Reilly

The Little Drummer Boy (concert band) Harry Simeone / Arr. John O'Reilly

Titel / Title: The Little Drummer Boy Series: Accent on Achievement Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications United Kingdom Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Sprache / Language: English UPC: 38081274386John O'Reilly has arranged the classic Christmas hit for beginning bands in a very special way. Sleigh bells, triangle, and t ...
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Duration: 2:03 min
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Composer: Harry Simeone
Arranger: John O'Reilly
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Movie Quartets For All/Cl/B,cl - Diverse / Arr. Michael Story

Movie Quartets For All/Cl/B,cl Diverse / Arr. Michael Story

Titel / Title: Movie Quartets for All - Playable on any four instruments or any number of instruments in ensemble Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Klarinette Produkttyp / Product: Buch Sprache / Language: English ISBN: 9780739063286 UPC: 38081373362 [EN]Playable on Any Four Instruments or Any Number of Instruments in Ensemble Movie Quartets ...
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Sleigh Ride (c/b) - Leroy Anderson / Arr. Michael Story

Sleigh Ride (c/b) Leroy Anderson / Arr. Michael Story

Titel / Title: Sleigh Ride Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + StimmenThe most-revered Leroy Anderson tune of all time is finally scored for the beginning level. All the tricky rhythms and articulations have been distilled for this level but the charming melody is in tact to greet the holiday season w ...
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Duration: 2:29 min
Difficulty: 1
Composer: Leroy Anderson
Arranger: Michael Story
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Trios for Trombones - Diverse / Arr. John Cacavas

Trios for Trombones Diverse / Arr. John Cacavas

Titel / Title: Trios for Trombones - arrangements of famous music Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Posaune ISBN: 9780739010068 UPC: 38081182858John Cacavas is one of the most prolific and influential composers of his generation, having published over 2,000 works, many of which have been recorded. His compositions and arrangements are performed ...
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Composer: Diverse
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Jingle Bells (c/b) - James Lord Pierpont / Arr. Jack Bullock

Jingle Bells (c/b) James Lord Pierpont / Arr. Jack Bullock

Titel / Title: Jingle Bells Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen UPC: 38081459578 The most recognizable melody at holiday time is presented in this arrangement for very young performers and older listeners. You won't find a more approachable arrangement anywhere with the opportunity to abbrevi ...
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Composer: James Lord Pierpont
Arranger: Jack Bullock
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Adventum (c/b) - Diverse / Arr. Jared Barnes

Adventum (c/b) Diverse / Arr. Jared Barnes

Titel / Title: Adventum - O come, o come Emmanuel Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen UPC: 38081449593This arrangement captures the anticipation, arrival, and celebration of the holidays through the use of sacred and secular carols alike. The piece opens with a quiet setting of 'O Come, O Come ...
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Duration: 4:05 min
Difficulty: 3
Composer: Diverse
Arranger: Jared Barnes
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Intrepid Journey (c/b) - Robert Sheldon

Intrepid Journey (c/b) Robert Sheldon

Titel / Title: Intrepid Journey Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen UPC: 38081498034'Intrepid Journey' is a musical tribute to the exploration of the west by Lewis and Clark, depicting the bravery and incredible fortitude of the explorers, the westward passage across the state, the dangers the ...
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Duration: 4:15 min
Difficulty: 2+
Composer: Robert Sheldon
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Grifftabelle Blockflote / Fing, C, Flute
Titel / Title: Grifftabelle Blockflote - Fingering Chart Recorder Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Germany Instrumentation: Recorder Produkttyp / Product: Buch Produkttyp / Product: Buch ISBN: 9783943638660 00
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Ill Never Love Again/Star Is Born (c/b) - Lady Gaga / Arr. Michael (Mike) Kamuf

Ill Never Love Again/Star Is Born (c/b) Lady Gaga / Arr. Michael (Mike) Kamuf

As Performed by Lady Gaga Pop Young BandFrom the blockbuster movie A Star Is Born and performed by Lady Gaga, this remarkable power ballad has been given an expressive yet dramatic setting for young band. Optional piano, bass, and drumset parts will add varying and authentic textures. Destined to become a favorite selection for students and audiences alike. ...
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Duration: 4:24 min
Difficulty: 2
Composer: Lady Gaga
Arranger: Michael (Mike) Kamuf
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Christmas Day (string orchestra) - Gustav Holst / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Christmas Day (string orchestra) Gustav Holst / Arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Titel / Title: Christmas Day Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Streichorchester Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen score and parts (8-8-5-5-5) Fantasy on traditional CarolsHolst masterfully blends variations on 'In dulci jubilo' with 'God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,' 'Come Ye Lofty, Come Ye Lowly,' and 'The First Noel.' The textures are wo ...
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Duration: 6:10 min
Difficulty: 4
Composer: Gustav Holst
Arranger: Douglas E. Wagner
Article Nr: 347382
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Revenge Of Elect Pencil Sharpn (c/b) - Douglas E. Wagner
Titel / Title: Revenge of the Electric Pencil Sharpeners Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Concert Band/Harmonie Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen Erscheinungsdatum / Date of Production: 2019 Belwin Beginning Band Format: Conductor Score & PartsA charismatic, easy-to-prepare piece for your beginners becomes pure entertainment for your au ...
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Duration: 1:53 min
Difficulty: 1
Composer: Douglas E. Wagner
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Symphony No,1 Mvt,4 (full orchestra) - Johannes Brahms / Arr. Vernon Leidig

Symphony No,1 Mvt,4 (full orchestra) Johannes Brahms / Arr. Vernon Leidig

Titel / Title: Brahms's 1st Symphony, 4th Movement Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Orchestra Produkttyp / Product: Partitur + Stimmen UPC: 38081013855 full orchestra / Concert Orchestra /From the master of educational arranging, this arrangement will be perfect for intermediate and high school full orchestra. A great piece for festival and c ...
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Duration: 6:50 min
Difficulty: 3
Composer: Johannes Brahms
Arranger: Vernon Leidig
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Junior Hanon - Charles Louis Hanon / Arr. Allan Small

Junior Hanon Charles Louis Hanon / Arr. Allan Small

Titel / Title: Junior Hanon - The Virtuoso Pianist in 60 Exercises Arranged in a Simplified and Condensed Format Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications Instrumentation: Klavier ISBN: 9780739012901 UPC: 38081009902A slight condensation of Hanon's first exercises. The simplification in layout and range make the exercises appear less difficult to a young student. Incl ...
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Composer: Charles Louis Hanon
Arranger: Allan Small
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Atlantic Fanfare (c/b) - Christopher Kyle Green

Atlantic Fanfare (c/b) Christopher Kyle Green

98/RWS Symphony Band Series
This piece was written to honor the noble and historic American Atlantic seaboard. Christopher Kyle Green has created a fresh and new fanfare statement like the land the European settlers sought for a new beginning. Perfect for the advanced program longing to showcase their proficiency.
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Duration: 3:07 min
Difficulty: 4+
Composer: Christopher Kyle Green
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Sandpaper Ballet (concert band) - Leroy Anderson
Remember sand blocks? Leroy Anderson wrote a wonderful tribute to those little covered wood blocks. Here's his original, re-released with a new full score for the first time for the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of his birth. Complete with the soft-shoe style... it's easy to listen to and a joy to perform.
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Duration: 3:22 min
Difficulty: 3
Composer: Leroy Anderson
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Burn (m/b) - Greg Kurstin; Ryan Tedder; Brenth Kutzle; Noe

Burn (m/b) Greg Kurstin; Ryan Tedder; Brenth Kutzle; Noe

Titel / Title: Burn (m/b) Komponist / Arrangeur / Contributor: Goulding, E arr Lopez, V Herausgeber / Publisher: Alfred Music Publications ISBN: EAN13: UPC: 038081483580 Produkttyp / Product: Marching band
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