Jeux d'Eau, (The Play of Water) composed in 1901, was Ravel's first important Piano composition. This work brought together a new pianistic technique and daring impressionistic harmonies. It is a marvellous blendofbi-tonality, pentatonicism and impressionism. Ravel wanted the piece played with a crystal clear, bubbling touch, emphasising the lively, sparkling quality of water. The title suggests this joyous sensuality. This is aGreatPerformers Edition, with notes by Gaby Casadesus, wife of the great pianist Robert Casadesus, according to his notes. / Piano / Schirmer
SKU: BT.MUSAM1010207
ISBN 9781783058662.
This collection of sheet music by the great French composer Maurice Ravel features 19 of his greatest pieces, all newly-arranged especially for this volume. The subtle melodies and achingly beautiful harmonies oftheselush Impressionist pieces truly do illustrate the sheer Joy Of Ravel.
SKU: HL.49030364
ISBN 9790220117343. 9.0x12.0x0.05 inches.
SKU: HL.50498754
SKU: BT.PWM5152