Confiding

SKU: HL.48181197

Written by Raymond Gallois-Montbrun, Confidence from an Old Clock is the third piece of a set of twelve called Janceline's Dreams for Violin and Piano. Easy to play, these twelve pieces were composed for beginner violinists, to practise the use of the first position playing music. This piece will be really enjoyable to play for young players. The full set features: I. Quadrille des soldats de plomb / Lead soldiers? quadrille II. Complainte du petit bossu / Lament of the hunchback III. Confidence d?une vieille horloge / Confidence from an old clock IV. Sourire a Morphee / Smile to Morpheus V. Le manege des sept nains / Carousel of the seven dwarves VI. Chagrin pres d?une fontaine / Sorrow on a fountain VII. Polka du Rossignol / Bird?s polka VIII. Siciliette Reine des siciles / Siciliette, Queen of Sicilia IX. Minuetti Prince de la danse / Minuetti, Prince of the dance X. Le jardin des ombres / The shadow garden XI. Remords de Carabosse / Guilt of the wicked witch XII. La ronde des Grillons / The crickets? rondo. Raymond Gallois-Montbrun (1918-1994) was born in Indochine and studied music at the Paris Conservatoire. He received many first Prizes including the Grand Prix de Rome in 1944 and became the Director of the Paris Conservatoire for twenty-one years. He composed numerous pieces including many symphonic works.

SKU: DZ.DZ-4288

ISBN 9782898522055.

This composition in two distinct parts, of classical and baroque inspiration, evokes a stay in the beautiful Quercy region, in particular in Rocamadour.
In the first movement, Confidence, it evokes stories, stories the tales of yesteryear shared in a peaceful and serene setting, like that of the landscapes calm and picturesque views around Rocamadour. The melody seems to whisper secrets offering an atmosphere that is both nostalgic and contemplative.
Then, in the more rhythmic part, the Dance comes alive with energy.
Its rhythm reflects the joyful and festive spirit of local traditions.
We can imagine a lively dance, perhaps inspired by festivals and celebrations which take place in Rocamadour, where the music resonates
through the cobbled streets and old city walls.

Cette composition en deux parties distinctes, d'inspirations classique et baroque,
évoque un séjour dans la belle région quercynoise, en particulier à Rocamadour.

Dans le premier mouvement, Confidence, celui-ci évoque les récits, les histoires
les contes d'antan partagés dans un cadre paisible et serein, comme celui des paysages
calmes et des vues pittoresques autour de Rocamadour. La mélodie semble murmurer des secrets
offrant une atmosphère à la fois nostalgique et contemplative.

Ens uite, dans la partie plus rythmée, la Danse s'anime avec énergie.
Son rythme reflète l'esprit joyeux et festif des traditions locales.
On peut imaginer une danse vivante, peut-être inspirée des fêtes et
des célébrations qui ont lieu à Rocamadour, où la musique résonne à
travers les rues pavées et les vieux murs de la ville.

SKU: AP.50917

ISBN 9781470668808. UPC: 038081587684. English.

Confidence , by Douglas E. Wagner, is a bold, uplifting work that opens with a dramatic fanfare before transitioning into animated rhythms and contemporary harmonies that inspire confidence to face the future. The music instills courage and determination to accomplish dreams, rising each day with hope and positivity. (2:15).

SKU: WD.080689660238

UPC: 080689660238.

Arran ged by Luke Gambill and orchestrated by Jared Haschek is this popular Sanctus Real song, Confidence. With part-writing and sounds as bold as the lyrics, this powerful and joyful anthem is a reminder that we can face all our earthly giants with confidence. The same strength given to Daniel, Moses, and David is given to us each and every day.

SKU: AP.50917S

ISBN 9781470668815. UPC: 038081587691. English.

Confidence , by Douglas E. Wagner, is a bold, uplifting work that opens with a dramatic fanfare before transitioning into animated rhythms and contemporary harmonies that inspire confidence to face the future. The music instills courage and determination to accomplish dreams, rising each day with hope and positivity. (2:15).

SKU: AP.45802

UPC: 038081523996. English.

With a driving groove and bold melodies, this Demi Lovato hit, Confident, about empowerment is given a powerful setting for young band. Arranged by Michael Kamuf, all instruments get a chance to play one of the melodies, and this is the perfect vehicle to introduce swing eighth notes to your students. This selection makes a perfect opener, closer, or graduation piece! (2:30).

SKU: HL.48184032

Pierre Seguin: Confidence (Trombone & Piano).

SKU: LM.23728

ISBN 9790230937283.

Plai nte de la feuille d'automne - Berceuse pour un soir de neige - La Petite source - Une petite fille parle au Bon Dieu - Le Pelerin au desert - Calme au village - Le Petit patre dans la montagne - Petite valse-confidence - Le Guet qui passe - Jean l'insouciant - Le Vallon aux echos - L'Oiseau blesse - Jour de pluie - Clair matin - Jeux d'indiens.

SKU: CF.CFD9

ISBN 9780825853548. UPC: 798408053543.

Bold, refreshing and different. Music by Larry Clark, one of the most performed band music composers and arrangers. Includes: Upon a New Horizon: I.) Into the Future, II.) Who Has Ever Touched the Sun? III.) Rondo in the Nick of Time, Clash & Roar, Pavane, Op. 50 – Gabriel Fauré, Quintus, The Tell-Tale Heart, Consensus, Confidence March, Out of the Winter, Digital Prisms, A More Perfect Union (The Legacy of James Madison), Monmouth March, Character, Conflict, Celebrity March, Air and Caprice, Dance of the Thunderbolts, Omega One and Crystal Moon.

SKU: HL.48185275

UPC: 888680858872. 9.5x12 inches.

Lancen Confidences Lm005 Soprano Or Tenor Saxophone & Piano Book.

SKU: CF.FAS27

ISBN 9780825854835. UPC: 798408054830. 8.5 X 11 inches. Key: D major.

The title depicts the uplifting nature of the piece that inspires young players to have confidence and respect while living with character and integrity. The music is characterized by strong melodic intervals of fourths and fifths and dynamic contrasts, a Larry Clark signature that has made his music so popular. In addition, every player is an important part of the music. This is a perfect showpiece for developing groups for concerts or festivals.
As a former teacher I always tried to use the experience of playing in an ensemble to teach students about being good people first b having confidence, being respectful, living with character and integrity. I choose to write music with titles that will stimulate students to strive for this high standard and I have tried to write pieces that will somehow musically depict these values. Integrity is one such piece. I hope you will find the main theme to be uplifting and with musical integrity, but within the reach of developing students. My themes usually are characterized by strong melodic intervals of fourths and fifths and this piece is no exception. It is also my goal when writing music for younger students to provide every section in the ensemble a chance to play important melodic material at some point in the piece. In my humble opinion, if students are given music they like to play they will want to practice it over and over again. The tempo markings and bowings indicated are only there as a guide and should be adjusted to the needs of your students. It has been my pleasure to have the opportunity to write this piece. I hope that you and your students find it useful for your program. LARRY CLARK Lakeland, Florida 2004.
As a former teacher I always tried to use the experience of playing in an ensemble to teach students about being good people first b having confidence, being respectful, living with character and integrity. I choose to write music with titles that will stimulate students to strive for this high standard and I have tried to write pieces that will somehow musically depict these values.A Integrity is one such piece. I hope you will find the main theme to be uplifting and with musical integrity, but within the reach of developing students. My themes usually are characterized by strong melodic intervals of fourths and fifths and this piece is no exception. It is also my goal when writing music for younger students to provide every section in the ensemble a chance to play important melodic material at some point in the piece. In my humble opinion, if students are given music they like to play they will want to practice it over and over again. The tempo markings and bowings indicated are only there as a guide and should be adjusted to the needs of your students. It has been my pleasure to have the opportunity to write this piece. I hope that you and your students find it useful for your program. LARRY CLARK Lakeland, Florida 2004.
As a former teacher I always tried to use the experience of playing in an ensemble to teach students about being good people first b having confidence, being respectful, living with character and integrity. I choose to write music with titles that will stimulate students to strive for this high standard and I have tried to write pieces that will somehow musically depict these values. Integrity is one such piece. I hope you will find the main theme to be uplifting and with musical integrity, but within the reach of developing students. My themes usually are characterized by strong melodic intervals of fourths and fifths and this piece is no exception. It is also my goal when writing music for younger students to provide every section in the ensemble a chance to play important melodic material at some point in the piece. In my humble opinion, if students are given music they like to play they will want to practice it over and over again. The tempo markings and bowings indicated are only there as a guide and should be adjusted to the needs of your students. It has been my pleasure to have the opportunity to write this piece. I hope that you and your students find it useful for your program. LARRY CLARK Lakeland, Florida 2004.
As a former teacher I always tried to use the experience of playing in an ensemble to teach students about being good people first b having confidence, being respectful, living with character and integrity. I choose to write music with titles that will stimulate students to strive for this high standard and I have tried to write pieces that will somehow musically depict these values. Integrity is one such piece.I hope you will find the main theme to be uplifting and with musical integrity, but within the reach of developing students. My themes usually are characterized by strong melodic intervals of fourths and fifths and this piece is no exception. It is also my goal when writing music for younger students to provide every section in the ensemble a chance to play important melodic material at some point in the piece. In my humble opinion, if students are given music they like to play they will want to practice it over and over again.The tempo markings and bowings indicated are only there as a guide and should be adjusted to the needs of your students.It has been my pleasure to have the opportunity to write this piece. I hope that you and your students find it useful for your program.LARRY CLARKLakeland, Florida 2004.

SKU: CF.FAS110F

ISBN 9781491151785. UPC: 680160909285. 9 x 12 inches.

Featuring long phrases in a slow tempo, Interlude Nightfall is a?perfect composition to teach musicianship with young students using dramatic harmonies. Yukiko Nishimura's musical imagery provides a great opportunity for string orchestras to showcase their musical phrasing and expression.
This work features long phrases in slow tempo, and the harmonies are very dramatic. The music should not be too square. Conductors must pay special attention to how the orchestra expresses these long phrases and harmony changes. The intonations of each phrases are important as well. This work consists of three sections, the first of which starts at m. 5. It should be played with confident feeling, like risoluto. The second section from m. 29 is a kind of chorale, so all parts should sound well-combined, like an organ. The third section is virtually identical to the first section but can be played with greater emotion. Please enjoy the thick harmonies.
This work features long phrases in slow tempo, and the harmonies are very dramatic. The music should not be too square. Conductors must pay special attention to how the orchestra expresses these long phrases and harmony changes. The intonations of each phrases are important as well. This work consists of three sections, the first of which starts at m. 5. It should be played with confident feeling, like arisoluto.a The second section from m. 29 is a kind of achorale,a so all parts should sound well-combined, like an organ. The third section is virtually identical to the first section but can be played with greater emotion. Please enjoy the thick harmonies.
This work features long phrases in slow tempo, and the harmonies are very dramatic. The music should not be too square. Conductors must pay special attention to how the orchestra expresses these long phrases and harmony changes. The intonations of each phrases are important as well. This work consists of three sections, the first of which starts at m. 5. It should be played with confident feeling, like arisoluto.a The second section from m. 29 is a kind of achorale,a so all parts should sound well-combined, like an organ. The third section is virtually identical to the first section but can be played with greater emotion. Please enjoy the thick harmonies.
This work features long phrases in slow tempo, and the harmonies are very dramatic. The music should not be too square. Conductors must pay special attention to how the orchestra expresses these long phrases and harmony changes. The intonations of each phrases are important as well. This work consists of three sections, the first of which starts at m. 5. It should be played with confident feeling, like risoluto. The second section from m. 29 is a kind of chorale, so all parts should sound well-combined, like an organ. The third section is virtually identical to the first section but can be played with greater emotion. Please enjoy the thick harmonies.
This work features long phrases in slow tempo, and the harmonies are very dramatic. The music should not be too square. Conductors must pay special attention to how the orchestra expresses these long phrases and harmony changes. The intonations of each phrases are important as well.This work consists of three sections, the first of which starts at m. 5. It should be played with confident feeling, like “risoluto.” The second section from m. 29 is a kind of “chorale,” so all parts should sound well-combined, like an organ. The third section is virtually identical to the first section but can be played with greater emotion.Please enjoy the thick harmonies.

SKU: CF.FAS110

ISBN 9781491151419. UPC: 680160908912. 9 x 12 inches. Key: G minor.

Featuring long phrases in a slow tempo, Interlude Nightfall is a?perfect composition to teach musicianship with young students using dramatic harmonies. Yukiko Nishimura's musical imagery provides a great opportunity for string orchestras to showcase their musical phrasing and expression.
This work features long phrases in slow tempo, and the harmonies are very dramatic. The music should not be too square. Conductors must pay special attention to how the orchestra expresses these long phrases and harmony changes. The intonations of each phrases are important as well. This work consists of three sections, the first of which starts at m. 5. It should be played with confident feeling, like risoluto. The second section from m. 29 is a kind of chorale, so all parts should sound well-combined, like an organ. The third section is virtually identical to the first section but can be played with greater emotion. Please enjoy the thick harmonies.
This work features long phrases in slow tempo, and the harmonies are very dramatic. The music should not be too square. Conductors must pay special attention to how the orchestra expresses these long phrases and harmony changes. The intonations of each phrases are important as well. This work consists of three sections, the first of which starts at m. 5. It should be played with confident feeling, like arisoluto.a The second section from m. 29 is a kind of achorale,a so all parts should sound well-combined, like an organ. The third section is virtually identical to the first section but can be played with greater emotion. Please enjoy the thick harmonies.
This work features long phrases in slow tempo, and the harmonies are very dramatic. The music should not be too square. Conductors must pay special attention to how the orchestra expresses these long phrases and harmony changes. The intonations of each phrases are important as well. This work consists of three sections, the first of which starts at m. 5. It should be played with confident feeling, like arisoluto.a The second section from m. 29 is a kind of achorale,a so all parts should sound well-combined, like an organ. The third section is virtually identical to the first section but can be played with greater emotion. Please enjoy the thick harmonies.
This work features long phrases in slow tempo, and the harmonies are very dramatic. The music should not be too square. Conductors must pay special attention to how the orchestra expresses these long phrases and harmony changes. The intonations of each phrases are important as well. This work consists of three sections, the first of which starts at m. 5. It should be played with confident feeling, like risoluto. The second section from m. 29 is a kind of chorale, so all parts should sound well-combined, like an organ. The third section is virtually identical to the first section but can be played with greater emotion. Please enjoy the thick harmonies.
This work features long phrases in slow tempo, and the harmonies are very dramatic. The music should not be too square. Conductors must pay special attention to how the orchestra expresses these long phrases and harmony changes. The intonations of each phrases are important as well.This work consists of three sections, the first of which starts at m. 5. It should be played with confident feeling, like “risoluto.” The second section from m. 29 is a kind of “chorale,” so all parts should sound well-combined, like an organ. The third section is virtually identical to the first section but can be played with greater emotion.Please enjoy the thick harmonies.

SKU: CF.MXE219

ISBN 9781491157794. UPC: 680160916399. 9 x 12 inches.

Preface In 1990, during an intense rehearsal of a Mozart Quartet transcription for flute and strings by Franz Anton Hoffmeister, at the Marblehead Summer Music Festival, a disgruntled violist friend complained about HoffmeisterAs awkward string writing, suddenly daring me to create my own arrangement. I balked. But the following winterA3despite scruples about treading on hallowed groundA3I grew curious and began to experiment. Soon I was hooked on the challenge of learning to speak MozartAs language with conviction. This fascination, encouraged by pianist Richard Goode and other Mozarteans, would eventually generate a total of thirty-nine recreations of Mozart piano sonatas as works for flute and strings. With zero tolerance for alteration of melodic or harmonic materialA3MozartAs friend Hoffmeister had regrettably attempted such A!improvementsA(r)A3I always tried to envision what Mozart himself would have desired. Many of the sonatas can be heard as if they were MozartAs A!blueprintsA(r) of imagined chamber works. Hence my task was to A!flesh outA(r) the keyboard versions as Mozart might have done, had a commission or performance opportunity arisen. I spent hours pondering how Mozart might have set these sonatas in four- or five-part form, providing the needed textural or contrapuntal enhancements. With immersion in the composerAs dialect, various apt solutions presented themselves. The search for the A!rightA(r) one then became a most absorbing study. On the eve of releasing my BognerAs CafA recording of Mozart-Stallman New Quintets (2006), I discovered to my delight that a prominent scholar had long before endorsed such an effort. Eric Blom (1888A+-1959), author of Mozart (1935), had taken note of the four-hand piano works as A!a kind of keyboard chamber music.A(r) Regarding Sonata, K. 497, Mr. Blom had observed that Mozart is often dealing with, not the expected four voices (one to a hand), but five. Blom states: A!The F major Sonata (K. 497) removes us to another worldA3the world of the great chamber music, especially of the string quintets. Indeed an arrangement of some sort for a combination of instruments would make a magnificent concert work of this almost uncomfortably great piece of domestic music.A(r) That Mozart was in 1786 writing for piano duo from a quintet perspective makes sense, as we find him returning to the quintet form with keen interest in his last years, writing four String Quintets, the Clarinet Quintet, rearranging a wind serenade for String Quintet, and leaving several other quintets incomplete. My arrangement presented here is made for flute and strings but is also intended for string quintet. Quintet in F Major for Flute and Strings, K. 497, was completed in 1999 and performed with the Martin Quartet in the Czech Republic prior to recording it in 2004. Mozart had finished the original Sonata in F Major for Piano, Four-Hands, K. 497, on August 1, 1786. It shows the unmistakable influence of Figaro, completed and premiered exactly three months prior. As signaled by the imposing introductory Adagio, the conception is on a grand symphonic scale, all three movements being richly developed with contrapuntal episodes and an abundance of marvelously contrasting textures and themes throughout. Called A!the crowning work of its kindA(r) by Alfred Einstein, the Sonata is laden with examples of MozartAs mercurial originality. Here we have a perfect synthesis of concertante brilliance, operatic intensity and intimate dialogue. The work opens in unison with a probing, minor-tinged Adagio, whose question comes to a pause on the dominant, before being answered with jaunty certainty by the opening theme of the Allegro di moltoA3an F-major tune as sunny and confident as an aria from Figaro itself. This movementAs declamatory A!opera chorusA(r) persistently intones its rhythmic motto over a swirling scale figure. The amorous second theme (initially presented in the first viola) also seems to be plucked from Figaro. The Andante opens with a heavenly melody, which takes as its springboard the Romanza theme from the Horn Concerto in E Major, K. 495, written only five weeks before. The A!love duetA(r) between flute and first viola seems to anticipate the impassioned A!duettingA(r) between violin and viola in the Andante of the String Quintet in C Major, K. 515, written about nine months later. The ingenious stretto canon of the AndanteAs middle section requires the precision of a Swiss clock (which its chiming thirds recall). Affecting bucolic codettas close each of the main sections of the movement. In the final Allegro, a rondo in 6/8a time, the puckish, yet aristocratic character of the opening theme contrasts with the bumptious, popular tune used for the second theme (heard first in the violin and then the flute, over pizzicato cello). Lilting hymn-like episodes in three, four- and finally five-part counterpoint are repeatedly interrupted by startling scale figures that rise up in furioso episodes throughout the movement. As in the A!Swiss clockA(r) section of the Andante, Mozart uses a stretto imitation treatment with this tempest theme, thereby heightening both intensity and sense of instability. I am most grateful to the adventuresome Martin Quartet for their warm support and collaboration over the years with several of my arrangements, and to my friend Edwin Swanborn for the original typesetting of this score. Gratitude is also due Weekend Edition, Performance Today and innumerable classical stations across the United States for their enthusiastic and repeated airings of my A!newA(r) Mozart Quintet endeavorsA3and most of all, to violist Katherine Murdock for that dare in 1990. A3Compiled from the writings of Robert Stallman by Hannah Woods Stallman, February 2, 2020.
Preface In 1990, during an intense rehearsal of a Mozart Quartet transcription for flute and strings by Franz Anton Hoffmeister, at the Marblehead Summer Music Festival, a disgruntled violist friend complained about Hoffmeisteris awkward string writing, suddenly daring me to create my own arrangement. I balked. But the following winterodespite scruples about treading on hallowed groundoI grew curious and began to experiment. Soon I was hooked on the challenge of learning to speak Mozartis language with conviction. This fascination, encouraged by pianist Richard Goode and other Mozarteans, would eventually generate a total of thirty-nine recreations of Mozart piano sonatas as works for flute and strings. With zero tolerance for alteration of melodic or harmonic materialoMozartis friend Hoffmeister had regrettably attempted such iimprovementsioI always tried to envision what Mozart himself would have desired. Many of the sonatas can be heard as if they were Mozartis iblueprintsi of imagined chamber works. Hence my task was to iflesh outi the keyboard versions as Mozart might have done, had a commission or performance opportunity arisen. I spent hours pondering how Mozart might have set these sonatas in four- or five-part form, providing the needed textural or contrapuntal enhancements. With immersion in the composeris dialect, various apt solutions presented themselves. The search for the irighti one then became a most absorbing study. On the eve of releasing my Bogneris CafE recording of Mozart-Stallman New Quintets (2006), I discovered to my delight that a prominent scholar had long before endorsed such an effort. Eric Blom (1888n1959), author of Mozart (1935), had taken note of the four-hand piano works as ia kind of keyboard chamber music.i Regarding Sonata, K. 497, Mr. Blom had observed that Mozart is often dealing with, not the expected four voices (one to a hand), but five. Blom states: iThe F major Sonata (K. 497) removes us to another worldothe world of the great chamber music, especially of the string quintets. Indeed an arrangement of some sort for a combination of instruments would make a magnificent concert work of this almost uncomfortably great piece of domestic music.i That Mozart was in 1786 writing for piano duo from a quintet perspective makes sense, as we find him returning to the quintet form with keen interest in his last years, writing four String Quintets, the Clarinet Quintet, rearranging a wind serenade for String Quintet, and leaving several other quintets incomplete. My arrangement presented here is made for flute and strings but is also intended for string quintet. Quintet in F Major for Flute and Strings, K. 497, was completed in 1999 and performed with the Martin Quartet in the Czech Republic prior to recording it in 2004. Mozart had finished the original Sonata in F Major for Piano, Four-Hands, K. 497, on August 1, 1786. It shows the unmistakable influence of Figaro, completed and premiered exactly three months prior. As signaled by the imposing introductory Adagio, the conception is on a grand symphonic scale, all three movements being richly developed with contrapuntal episodes and an abundance of marvelously contrasting textures and themes throughout. Called ithe crowning work of its kindi by Alfred Einstein, the Sonata is laden with examples of Mozartis mercurial originality. Here we have a perfect synthesis of concertante brilliance, operatic intensity and intimate dialogue. The work opens in unison with a probing, minor-tinged Adagio, whose question comes to a pause on the dominant, before being answered with jaunty certainty by the opening theme of the Allegro di moltooan F-major tune as sunny and confident as an aria from Figaro itself. This movementis declamatory iopera chorusi persistently intones its rhythmic motto over a swirling scale figure. The amorous second theme (initially presented in the first viola) also seems to be plucked from Figaro. The Andante opens with a heavenly melody, which takes as its springboard the Romanza theme from the Horn Concerto in E Major, K. 495, written only five weeks before. The ilove dueti between flute and first viola seems to anticipate the impassioned iduettingi between violin and viola in the Andante of the String Quintet in C Major, K. 515, written about nine months later. The ingenious stretto canon of the Andanteis middle section requires the precision of a Swiss clock (which its chiming thirds recall). Affecting bucolic codettas close each of the main sections of the movement. In the final Allegro, a rondo in 6/8+time, the puckish, yet aristocratic character of the opening theme contrasts with the bumptious, popular tune used for the second theme (heard first in the violin and then the flute, over pizzicato cello). Lilting hymn-like episodes in three, four- and finally five-part counterpoint are repeatedly interrupted by startling scale figures that rise up in furioso episodes throughout the movement. As in the iSwiss clocki section of the Andante, Mozart uses a stretto imitation treatment with this tempest theme, thereby heightening both intensity and sense of instability. I am most grateful to the adventuresome Martin Quartet for their warm support and collaboration over the years with several of my arrangements, and to my friend Edwin Swanborn for the original typesetting of this score. Gratitude is also due Weekend Edition, Performance Today and innumerable classical stations across the United States for their enthusiastic and repeated airings of my inewi Mozart Quintet endeavorsoand most of all, to violist Katherine Murdock for that dare in 1990. oCompiled from the writings of Robert Stallman by Hannah Woods Stallman, February 2, 2020.
Preface In 1990, during an intense rehearsal of a Mozart Quartet transcription for flute and strings by Franz Anton Hoffmeister, at the Marblehead Summer Music Festival, a disgruntled violist friend complained about Hoffmeister's awkward string writing, suddenly daring me to create my own arrangement. I balked. But the following winter--despite scruples about treading on hallowed ground--I grew curious and began to experiment. Soon I was hooked on the challenge of learning to speak Mozart's language with conviction. This fascination, encouraged by pianist Richard Goode and other Mozarteans, would eventually generate a total of thirty-nine recreations of Mozart piano sonatas as works for flute and strings. With zero tolerance for alteration of melodic or harmonic material--Mozart's friend Hoffmeister had regrettably attempted such improvements--I always tried to envision what Mozart himself would have desired. Many of the sonatas can be heard as if they were Mozart's blueprints of imagined chamber works. Hence my task was to flesh out the keyboard versions as Mozart might have done, had a commission or performance opportunity arisen. I spent hours pondering how Mozart might have set these sonatas in four- or five-part form, providing the needed textural or contrapuntal enhancements. With immersion in the composer's dialect, various apt solutions presented themselves. The search for the right one then became a most absorbing study. On the eve of releasing my Bogner's Cafe recording of Mozart-Stallman New Quintets (2006), I discovered to my delight that a prominent scholar had long before endorsed such an effort. Eric Blom (1888-1959), author of Mozart (1935), had taken note of the four-hand piano works as a kind of keyboard chamber music. Regarding Sonata, K. 497, Mr. Blom had observed that Mozart is often dealing with, not the expected four voices (one to a hand), but five. Blom states: The F major Sonata (K. 497) removes us to another world--the world of the great chamber music, especially of the string quintets. Indeed an arrangement of some sort for a combination of instruments would make a magnificent concert work of this almost uncomfortably great piece of domestic music. That Mozart was in 1786 writing for piano duo from a quintet perspective makes sense, as we find him returning to the quintet form with keen interest in his last years, writing four String Quintets, the Clarinet Quintet, rearranging a wind serenade for String Quintet, and leaving several other quintets incomplete. My arrangement presented here is made for flute and strings but is also intended for string quintet. Quintet in F Major for Flute and Strings, K. 497, was completed in 1999 and performed with the Martinu Quartet in the Czech Republic prior to recording it in 2004. Mozart had finished the original Sonata in F Major for Piano, Four-Hands, K. 497, on August 1, 1786. It shows the unmistakable influence of Figaro, completed and premiered exactly three months prior. As signaled by the imposing introductory Adagio, the conception is on a grand symphonic scale, all three movements being richly developed with contrapuntal episodes and an abundance of marvelously contrasting textures and themes throughout. Called the crowning work of its kind by Alfred Einstein, the Sonata is laden with examples of Mozart's mercurial originality. Here we have a perfect synthesis of concertante brilliance, operatic intensity and intimate dialogue. The work opens in unison with a probing, minor-tinged Adagio, whose question comes to a pause on the dominant, before being answered with jaunty certainty by the opening theme of the Allegro di molto--an F-major tune as sunny and confident as an aria from Figaro itself. This movement's declamatory opera chorus persistently intones its rhythmic motto over a swirling scale figure. The amorous second theme (initially presented in the first viola) also seems to be plucked from Figaro. The Andante opens with a heavenly melody, which takes as its springboard the Romanza theme from the Horn Concerto in E<= Major, K. 495, written only five weeks before. The love duet between flute and first viola seems to anticipate the impassioned duetting between violin and viola in the Andante of the String Quintet in C Major, K. 515, written about nine months later. The ingenious stretto canon of the Andante's middle section requires the precision of a Swiss clock (which its chiming thirds recall). Affecting bucolic codettas close each of the main sections of the movement. In the final Allegro, a rondo in 6/8 time, the puckish, yet aristocratic character of the opening theme contrasts with the bumptious, popular tune used for the second theme (heard first in the violin and then the flute, over pizzicato cello). Lilting hymn-like episodes in three, four- and finally five-part counterpoint are repeatedly interrupted by startling scale figures that rise up in furioso episodes throughout the movement. As in the Swiss clock section of the Andante, Mozart uses a stretto imitation treatment with this tempest theme, thereby heightening both intensity and sense of instability. I am most grateful to the adventuresome Martinu Quartet for their warm support and collaboration over the years with several of my arrangements, and to my friend Edwin Swanborn for the original typesetting of this score. Gratitude is also due Weekend Edition, Performance Today and innumerable classical stations across the United States for their enthusiastic and repeated airings of my new Mozart Quintet endeavors--and most of all, to violist Katherine Murdock for that dare in 1990. --Compiled from the writings of Robert Stallman by Hannah Woods Stallman, February 2, 2020.
PrefaceIn 1990, during an intense rehearsal of a Mozart Quartet transcription for flute and strings by Franz Anton Hoffmeister, at the Marblehead Summer Music Festival, a disgruntled violist friend complained about Hoffmeister’s awkward string writing, suddenly daring me to create my own arrangement. I balked. But the following winter—despite scruples about treading on hallowed ground—I grew curious and began to experiment. Soon I was hooked on the challenge of learning to speak Mozart’s language with conviction. This fascination, encouraged by pianist Richard Goode and other Mozarteans, would eventually generate a total of thirty-nine recreations of Mozart piano sonatas as works for flute and strings.With zero tolerance for alteration of melodic or harmonic material—Mozartâ� ��™s friend Hoffmeister had regrettably attempted such “improvementsâ€� �—I always tried to envision what Mozart himself would have desired. Many of the sonatas can be heard as if they were Mozart’s “blueprints” of imagined chamber works. Hence my task was to “flesh out” the keyboard versions as Mozart might have done, had a commission or performance opportunity arisen. I spent hours pondering how Mozart might have set these sonatas in four- or five-part form, providing the needed textural or contrapuntal enhancements. With immersion in the composer’s dialect, various apt solutions presented themselves. The search for the “right” one then became a most absorbing study.On the eve of releasing my Bogner’s Café recording of Mozart-Stallman New Quintets (2006), I discovered to my delight that a prominent scholar had long before endorsed such an effort. Eric Blom (1888–1959), author of Mozart (1935), had taken note of the four-hand piano works as “a kind of keyboard chamber music.” Regarding Sonata, K. 497, Mr. Blom had observed that Mozart is often dealing with, not the expected four voices (one to a hand), but five. Blom states: “The F major Sonata (K. 497) removes us to another world—the world of the great chamber music, especially of the string quintets. Indeed an arrangement of some sort for a combination of instruments would make a magnificent concert work of this almost uncomfortably great piece of domestic music.” That Mozart was in 1786 writing for piano duo from a quintet perspective makes sense, as we find him returning to the quintet form with keen interest in his last years, writing four String Quintets, the Clarinet Quintet, rearranging a wind serenade for String Quintet, and leaving several other quintets incomplete. My arrangement presented here is made for flute and strings but is also intended for string quintet.Quintet in F Major for Flute and Strings, K. 497, was completed in 1999 and performed with the Martinů Quartet in the Czech Republic prior to recording it in 2004. Mozart had finished the original Sonata in F Major for Piano, Four-Hands, K. 497, on August 1, 1786. It shows the unmistakable influence of Figaro, completed and premiered exactly three months prior. As signaled by the imposing introductory Adagio, the conception is on a grand symphonic scale, all three movements being richly developed with contrapuntal episodes and an abundance of marvelously contrasting textures and themes throughout. Called “the crowning work of its kind” by Alfred Einstein, the Sonata is laden with examples of Mozart’s mercurial originality. Here we have a perfect synthesis of concertante brilliance, operatic intensity and intimate dialogue.The work opens in unison with a probing, minor-tinged Adagio, whose question comes to a pause on the dominant, before being answered with jaunty certainty by the opening theme of the Allegro di molto—an F-major tune as sunny and confident as an aria from Figaro itself. This movement’s declamatory “opera chorus” persistently intones its rhythmic motto over a swirling scale figure. The amorous second theme (initially presented in the first viola) also seems to be plucked from Figaro.The Andante opens with a heavenly melody, which takes as its springboard the Romanza theme from the Horn Concerto in E≤ Major, K. 495, written only five weeks before. The “love duet” between flute and first viola seems to anticipate the impassioned “duetting” between violin and viola in the Andante of the String Quintet in C Major, K. 515, written about nine months later. The ingenious stretto canon of the Andante’s middle section requires the precision of a Swiss clock (which its chiming thirds recall). Affecting bucolic codettas close each of the main sections of the movement.In the final Allegro, a rondo in 6/8 time, the puckish, yet aristocratic character of the opening theme contrasts with the bumptious, popular tune used for the second theme (heard first in the violin and then the flute, over pizzicato cello). Lilting hymn-like episodes in three, four- and finally five-part counterpoint are repeatedly interrupted by startling scale figures that rise up in furioso episodes throughout the movement. As in the “Swiss clock” section of the Andante, Mozart uses a stretto imitation treatment with this tempest theme, thereby heightening both intensity and sense of instability.I am most grateful to the adventuresome Martinů Quartet for their warm support and collaboration over the years with several of my arrangements, and to my friend Edwin Swanborn for the original typesetting of this score. Gratitude is also due Weekend Edition, Performance Today and innumerable classical stations across the United States for their enthusiastic and repeated airings of my “new” Mozart Quintet endeavors—and most of all, to violist Katherine Murdock for that dare in 1990.—Compiled from the writings of Robert Stallmanby Hannah Woods Stallman,February 2, 2020.

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Embol den?is a dramatic work for the developing ensemble that embodies the definition of the word: to give someone courage or confidence. The piece begins with a melody of long, broad strokes. As the melody develops, lots of imitation encourages each section to play independent lines. The piece is a strong choice for the developing band's concert or festival performance.
Embol den is a dramatic work for the developing ensemble that embodies the definition of the word: to give someone courage or confidence. The piece starts with a melody with long, broad strokes. There is plenty of imitation as well to encourage independence of lines. After some development, the piece moves to a contrasting softer section at m. 32. Bring a more legato approach to this section. The broad melody returns at m. 54 in the lower voices with some rhythmic accompaniment by the upper voices. A powerful presentation at m. 61 provides the momentum for a decisive ending.
Embolden is a dramatic work for the developing ensemble that embodies the definition of the word: to give someone courage or confidence. The piece starts with a melody with long, broad strokes. There is plenty of imitation as well to encourage independence of lines. After some development, the piece moves to a contrasting softer section at m. 32. Bring a more legato approach to this section. The broad melody returns at m. 54 in the lower voices with some rhythmic accompaniment by the upper voices. A powerful presentation at m. 61 provides the momentum for a decisive ending.

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Embol den?is a dramatic work for the developing ensemble that embodies the definition of the word: to give someone courage or confidence. The piece begins with a melody of long, broad strokes. As the melody develops, lots of imitation encourages each section to play independent lines. The piece is a strong choice for the developing band's concert or festival performance.
Embol den is a dramatic work for the developing ensemble that embodies the definition of the word: to give someone courage or confidence. The piece starts with a melody with long, broad strokes. There is plenty of imitation as well to encourage independence of lines. After some development, the piece moves to a contrasting softer section at m. 32. Bring a more legato approach to this section. The broad melody returns at m. 54 in the lower voices with some rhythmic accompaniment by the upper voices. A powerful presentation at m. 61 provides the momentum for a decisive ending.
Embolden is a dramatic work for the developing ensemble that embodies the definition of the word: to give someone courage or confidence. The piece starts with a melody with long, broad strokes. There is plenty of imitation as well to encourage independence of lines. After some development, the piece moves to a contrasting softer section at m. 32. Bring a more legato approach to this section. The broad melody returns at m. 54 in the lower voices with some rhythmic accompaniment by the upper voices. A powerful presentation at m. 61 provides the momentum for a decisive ending.