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Double Trouble & A Window to the Past (selections from <I>Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban</I>): Clarinet (w. Piano Acc.) Book & CD

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Double Trouble & A Window to the Past (selections from <I>Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban</I>) Cover Image

Double Trouble & A Window to the Past (selections from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban): Clarinet (w. Piano Acc.) Book & CD

Music by John Williams

Level: 2-3

Item: 00-IFM0430

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Two great themes from the fantastic Harry Potter film enhanced by eleven pages of gorgeous photos and artwork. The wind instrument books are completely compatible with each other and can be played together or as solos. Each book contains a carefully edited part that is appropriate for the Level 2-3 player, a piano accompaniment that can be easily played by a teacher or intermediate piano student, and a fully orchestrated accompaniment CD. Each song on the CD is presented as a "demo" track (which features a live instrumental performance) and as a "play-along" track without the solo instrument.

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Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 24
ISBN10: 0-7579-3143-X
ISBN13: 978-0-7579-3143-7
UPC: 654979084495
SKU: 00-IFM0430
Instrumentation: Clarinet (w. Piano Acc.)

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About the Composer: John Williams

John Williams stands as one of the most prolific and celebrated film composers of our time, with a career spanning more than six decades. His work for the Harry Potter series demonstrates his gift for crafting instantly recognizable themes that blend classical orchestral technique with accessible melodic writing, making his music equally powerful in concert halls and classrooms.

Why we love this

Williams' Harry Potter themes are written with remarkable clarity for intermediate players; the melodies sit perfectly in the clarinet's upper register and the harmonic language remains transparent even when students are reading a simplified part. The pairing of two contrasting selections gives directors flexibility for programming while the included orchestrated backing tracks transform a student's practice into a fully realized performance experience.

What to expect

These selections capture the suspenseful, adventurous spirit of the film while remaining lyrical and approachable. The clarinet sings over rich harmonic accompaniment, giving students the sensation of performing with a full orchestra behind them.

Who it's for

Intermediate clarinet students (Level 2-3) who benefit from familiar, engaging repertoire with strong rhythmic and harmonic support. This book works equally well for solo recital preparation or as part of an ensemble project where multiple wind instruments play the same material together.

How to get the most out of it

  • Balance tone quality with rhythmic precision; Williams' melodies demand singing phrasing, but the film context rewards tight ensemble coordination with the accompaniment track.
  • Use the demo track first to internalize the full orchestration and harmonic context, then switch to the play-along version for practice and performance.
  • Shape phrases around the natural contours of the melody rather than measuring out even dynamics; these themes breathe like film music.

How to use it

The Halloween holiday tag makes these selections natural choices for October concerts, though the sophisticated musical writing and film source broaden their appeal beyond seasonal programming. Pair them with other movie themes at similar levels to create a thematic concert, or use them as stand-alone centerpieces where the accompaniment CD ensures professional-quality support regardless of piano accompanist availability.

Skills your students will build

  • Sustaining lyrical phrases over changes in harmonic rhythm
  • Reading articulation and dynamic markings in a melodic context
  • Ensemble coordination with recorded accompaniment
  • Tone control in the upper register with expressive nuance

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