Between 1920 and 1940 Grainger published a loose series of piano transcriptions under the title of 'Free Settings of Favourite Melodies' in order to make a wide audience acquainted with the music of great composers.Five pieces that prove his feel of tone colours and his highly developed understanding of the piano and its possibilities have been included in this volume: 'Hornpipe' from George Frideric Handel's Water Music 'Cradle Song' (Wiegenlied) Op. 49/4 by Johannes Brahms a song by John Dowland: 'Now O now I need must part' and two songs by Gabriel Fauré who was one of Grainger's examples in music: 'Nell' Op. 18/1 and 'Après un Rêve' Op. 7/1.
SKU: AP.45845
UPC: 038081524405. English.
The innovative variety found in the music of Percy Grainger is showcased in this string-friendly arrangement of four of his endearing favorites from the concert repertoire. Included are Irish Tune from County Derry, Mock Morris, My Robin Is to the Greenwood Gone, and Children's March: Over the Hills and Far Away. This arrangement by Douglas E. Wagner presents a highly musical programming option for concert or contest, written to bring out the very best from your players. (4:15).
SKU: AP.45845S
UPC: 038081524412. English.
