SKU: HL.49002680
ISBN 9780901938039. English.
Ballet an its Music traces the influence of the outstanding personalities in the world of ballet from the seventeenth century to the present day. The development of dance-technique and ballet music is followed from the courtly and peasant dances of the High Renaissance through to contemporary productions. The author deals in detail not only with the great choreographers, past and present, but also with the composers whose names are especially linked with ballet and who have made a significant contribution to music for the dance. She combines a historical narrative with a perceptive treatment of world-famous Schools and Companies. Ballet and its Music is copiously illustrated with photographs and engravings. A special feature of the book is the collection of music extracts from many famous ballets, arranged for piano solo, which will make it particularly attractive to the student an amateur musician. Althrough primarily intended for young people embarking on a study of ballet, the wealth of information contained in this book will make it a stimulating and invaluable guide for readers of all ages.
SKU: AP.47659
UPC: 038081543529. English.
Ignite a love for Tchaikovsky's holiday classic with three iconic themes from his world-famous Nutcracker Suite. Sally's original lyrics playfully describe Russian dancers, sugar plums, and waltzing flowers. Children who have seen the ballet on stage (or recent movie adaptations) will be delighted! May be performed individually or as a 5 1/2-minute set.
SKU: AP.47660
UPC: 038081543536. English.
SKU: HL.50399750
UPC: 073999319644. 10.75x7.25x0.095 inches.
Very young pianists are within easy reach of the little treasures in this volume by beloved classic composers. Each piece is on a small scale, and the author has added descriptive titles to stimulate the young imagination. Contents: Air on G-A-B (Rousseau) * Chorale * Country Dance (Beethoven) * Ecossaise No. 1 * Festival (Haydn) * First Steps (Mozart) * In Merry Mood (Haydn) * Landler (Haydn) * Le Carillon (Haydn) * Little Russian Dance (Beethoven) * Menuetto (Mozart) * Peasant Dance (Beethoven) * Promenade (Beethoven) * Rigaudon (Daquin) * Rigaudon (Rameau) * Rustic Dance (Haydn) * Theme (Mozart) * Theme (Haydn) * Theme by Purcell.
SKU: AP.44788S
UPC: 038081517162. English.
Make your holiday concert sparkle with this great arrangement by Michael Story of Tchaikovsky's popular classic from The Nutcracker! Though a solid grade 1, this setting of Russian Dance (or Trepak) maintains all of the spirit and integrity of the original. This will be a favorite for both students and audiences! (1:20).
SKU: HL.49003244
ISBN 9790220117473. UPC: 884088073435. 9.0x12.0x0.181 inches.
2 violins, viola (cello) and piano. Presented in a variety of styles, these short pieces gieve each player an equal share of the melodic interest and are aimed at students of similar playing experience and standards. The minimum of teacher assistance should be required. This series will prove a valuable addition to the repertoire as items of ensemble playing for concert performance as well as for friends of all ages to play together for enjoyment. ...extremely useful to teachers who want to encourage chamber music playing with youngsters of about grade 5 standart. (Jean Horsfall, Music Teacher Magazine) Nocturne * Barcarolle * Romance * Melodie * Waltz * Russian Dance.
SKU: BP.HB590
Arranged for 4 to 6 octave handbell choir and optional 2 octaves of handchimes. Level 4+. P. I. Tchaikovsky. For advanced groups looking for a show-stopping holiday number, look no further! William Griffin's masterful transcription of the Russian Dance from The Nutcracker Suite will challenge even the most advanced ensembles and wow their audiences. Fast runs, frequent dynamic contrasts, and extensive chromatics provide for a thrilling experience. Not to be missed!