Par RACHMANINOV SERGEI. Dramatic and lyrical by turns, this work displays Rachmaninov's keyboard characteristics: intense Russian flavor, rich and bold sonorities, compelling rhythmic drive, and brilliant virtuosity. Rachmaninov shows here a very fine grasp of the medium of two pianos, his haunting sense of melody, and his richly harmonic and rhythmic foundation. Altogether it ranks as a very important contribution to two-piano literature. Arranged for 2 Pianos, 4 Hands, this edition includes two complete copies of the work./ Répertoire / 2 Pianos
SKU: HL.48023758
UPC: 888680607999. 10.5x14.0x0.113 inches.
All-Night Vigil (Vespers) is a setting of music for a night-long service on the eves of Russian Orthodox holy days, and became one of Rachmaninoff's favorite compositions. Basing the 15 movements of his choral setting on a combination of traditional Russian Orthodox chants, Latin hymns, and original chants by the composer, the work was completed in less than two weeks in 1915. This arrangement utilizes the 1st, 2nd, 7th, 10th, and 12th movements, along with the traditional Amens at the beginning of Movements 1 and 2. Unlike other settings of choral works for wind ensemble, this arrangement is constructed as a complete suite that is intended to allow the performers and audience to experience the power and beauty of the complete Vespers. Dur: c. 16:00 (Recorded by the Florida State University Wind Orchestra - Rick Clary, conductor).
SKU: AP.107080
UPC: 038081391496. English.
This Value Pack includes Rachmaninoff's Fantaisie-tableaux (Suite No. 1), Op. 5 and Suite No. 2, Op. 17.Fantaisie-tabl eaux (Suite No. 1), the large four-movement work, was written in 1893 and premiered by Rachmaninoff and Pavel Pabst in Moscow. It is dedicated to Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. A few lines of poetry by Romantic poets preface each movement. The theme of love in the first two movements is brought to life by the two pianos with colorful, passionate writing. The final two movements feature the sound of bells---the third movement inspired by cathedrals bells that Rachmaninoff heard as a youngster, and the fourth movement capturing the jubilant sound of Easter carillon.Suite No. 2, Op. 17 was written between 1900 and 1901, and was premiered in 1901 by Rachmaninoff and Alexander Siloti. This virtuosic suite is orchestral in nature and contains four movements. The first movement serves as a march-like introduction, and the second and fourth movements are dances---a waltz and tarantella. Between the two dances is a slow third movement. Two copies required for performance.
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SKU: FH.VC5
ISBN 978-1-55440-541-1.
This inaugural edition of the Cello Series offers a sound and progressive collection of Repertoire, Recordings, Etudes, Technique, and Orchestral Excerpts for the aspiring cellist. With an expansive representation of musical styles from all eras, this series addresses the need for a single collection of quality educational materials to foster musical development and instill appreciation of the richness and diversity of music written for cello. Supporting a balanced course of study, this series organizes repertoire into nine volumes from the Preparatory Level through Level 8. Each level offers music from a range of styles and compositional eras, including standard literature, new arrangements of familiar tunes, and music written for cellists, by cellists. These selections provide the flexibility to choose pedagogically appropriate material suited to each individual, and to motivate students to fully develop their musicianship and technique.Concertos, Sonatas, and Suites:Concerto in D Major, op. 213 - Mendelssohn, Ludwig- First Movement: Allegro moderatoConcertino No. 1 in F Major - Breval, Jean-Baptiste arr. L.-R. Feuillard- First Movement: AllegroSuite in G Major - Matz, Rudolf- Fourth Movement- Fifth MovementSonata in G Major - Bach, Johann Christoph Friedrich arr. Hugo Ruf- First Movement: AllegrettoSonata in C Major - De Fesch, Willem arr. Jason Noble- First Movement: Largo- Second Movement: VivaceSonata - Marcello, Benedetto arr. Alfred Piatti- First Movement: Largo- Second Movement: AllegroSonata in F Major, RV 41 - Vivaldi, Antonio arr. Kathleen Wood- First Movement: Largo- Second Movement: AllegroConcert Repertoire:O Canto Do Cysne Negro - Villa-Lobos, HeitorFrogs Dancing on Water Lilies - Mustonen, OlliLangsam, op. 102, no. 2 - Schumann, RobertWhen Music Sounds - Coulthard, JeanWie einst in schoener'n Tagen, op. 64, no. 1 - Popper, DavidBourree, op. 24 - Squire, William HenryNotturno, op. 59, no. 1 - Goltermann, GeorgScherzo and Trio - Reger, MaxLamento - Faure, GabrielLied - Rachmaninoff, SergeiUnaccompanied Repertoire:Capriccio No. 5 - Matz, RudolfRicercar No. 3 - Gabrielli, DomenicoSuite in C Major - Matz, Rudolf- Fourth Movement: Sarabande- Seventh Movement: GigueSuite No. 1 in G Major - Bach, Johann Sebastian- Third Movement: Courante.
SKU: BT.F-02008
