The Suite Bergamasque is one of the most famous Piano suites by Claude Debussy. Debussy wrote the first version of it in 1890 but the final version wasn?t finished or published until 1905.The suite recalls rococo decorousness with a modern cynicism and puzzlement and contains one of Debussy's most popular pieces Clair de Lune (ca. 6.40 minutes). The other three movements are: Prelude(ca. 6 minutes) Menuet (ca. 5.15 minutes) and Passepied (ca. 5.30 minutes).Every movement in the suite reflects Debussy?s non-traditional ?impressionist? style largely influenced by symbolism.According to the traditional belief Suite Bergamasque is a basic reflection of end of the century French symbolist poet Paul Verlaine?s Fêtes galantes (Gallant parties).This Urtext edition takes theoriginal edition as its basis and the comments at the end of it provide detailed information on the sources and alternative readings. A preface by François Lesure is also included.Just as most other Piano works ofDebussy Suite Bergamasque is a challenging but rewarding piece. Movements may be played separately or together.

This book is primarily intended for groups preparing for the Level 2 Keyboard Ensemble exam offered by London College of Music. Also suitable for solo players interested in multi-tracking. Arrangements of 8 well-known pieces are featured (Clarinet Polka Rondeau Skye Boat Song / Blow the Wind Southerly Ave Maria Air in a G String Plaisir d’Amour Three Traditional Hymn Tunes and Kumbaya / WereYou There) in 2 3 or 4 parts. Arranged by Janet Dowsett. Approx. grade 3-4 standard. Ref: LL186.

George Berg’s eight keyboard suites Op. 5 were published in London around 1760 while the composer was travelling in Italy. They are his most varied and resourceful compositions following generally in the tradition of Handel’s suites but adding stylistic elements culled from Italian German and French music in a playfully eclectic manner. This is sparkling idiomatic music suitable equally for private enjoyment and concert use but until now hardly known even to specialists in the keyboard repertoire.

Cette collection comprend 80 chansons classiques en arrangements faciles pour le clavier. La sélection des thèmes classiques célèbres disposées par Hans-Günter Heumann offre une approche facile au clavier classique pour les enfants et aussi pour les adultes débutants ou rentrantes. / Clavier