Scarlatti Arrangements

Sonata In D (K. 119) and Sonata In E (K. 215)-These arrangements of two keyboard sonatas by Scarlatti are stylish and approachable. The first sonata is vivacious and dance-like and the second is slower more restrained and melodic in character with equally varied writing for all instruments.

Italian composer Domenico Scarlatti (1685-1757) is well-known for his Keyboard compositions. His 555 Keyboard Sonatas remain ever popular to this day and Jean-Pascal Post's arrangement for the Clarinet of ten of these loved works are indispensable for aspiring clarinetists. Originally composed for the Harpsichord Organ or early Pianoforte the Sonatas display the riveting use of discords and unconventional modulations to remote keys. It is also thought that much of Scarlatti's Keyboard music contains influences of Iberian music considering that he spent much of his working life in the service ofthe Spanish and Portuguese royal families. Post's transcription of ten Sonatas for Clarinet include Sonata K. 9. Post's arrangements for Clarinet enhance the lyricism and melodic invention of the Sonatas as well as enabling the student to study ornamentation and articulation. Bearing in mind that Domenico Scarlatti was a highly competent and popular musician in his day so much so that he was employed in the service of two royal families his Sonatas are composed with much experience understanding and expertise and Post's arrangement of these for Clarinet create an essential addition to the repertoire of all clarinetists.

After the Piano and Harpsichord the Guitar is the instrument most associated with Domenico Scarlatti (1685-1757). Many of his Keyboard works were influenced by the Guitar music of Spain his adopted country. This collection of arrangements for solo Guitar is an ideal introduction to Scarlatti's music. The ten varied pieces were carefully chosen for their musical character and technical suitability. Placed in order of difficulty they reflect the range of skills required for Baroque repertoire at intermediate and advanced levels. Stylish and idiomatic adaptations preserving the original ornamentations. Core repertoire for Grades 6-8 with pieces on the ABRSM Guitar syllabus. Carefully considered fingering both clear and consistent. Advice on ornaments including full realizations.

This outstanding collection brings together forty-nine of the finest keyboard works by major Italian composers of the 17th and 18th centuries. With works by Frescobaldi Scarlatti Martini and others arranged for piano solo or other keyboard instruments. The beautiful melodies flowing elegance and charm of these pieces will leave you uplifted and energised. 49 works arranged for Solo piano.

Born in the Italian city of Naples Giuseppe Domenico Scarlatti (1685-1757) was one of the few Baroque composers to transition into the Classical period. Scarlatti composed operas cantatas symphonias andliturgical pieces but his 555 keyboard sonatas are most well-known; a vast collection of single movements in binary form. Lily Afshar's arrangement of Sonata K. 11 (a favorite of Segovia) utilizes staccato articulationreminiscent of the harpsichord and othertechniques including cross-string trills and minimal slurs. The pair of sonatas work well together written in E minor and E major.Sylvius Leopold Weiss (1687-1750) wasthe most accomplished Lutenist of the Baroque period and the most prolific composer of Lute music writing over one thousand pieces for the instrument. The four pieces arranged in this book show the beautiful polyphony andfantastical writing of Weiss. Afshar utilizes campanella (cross-string) fingerings throughout to emphasize the musical line and produce a fuller sound on the instrument.

An exceptional collection which brings together twenty-eight beloved and favourite works from the classical repertiore all in faithful and complete arrangements for solo guitar. With pieces by the likes of renowned composers Mauro Giuliani Fernando Sor and Chopin; these are all well known and popular melodies that remain fresh and expressive today. Presented in guitar tablature format this is a must have for classical guitarists who want to extend their repertoire with popular recognisable but beautiful pieces.

Par SCARLATTI / GILBERT. The seventh volume of the series of twelve, Sonatas - Volume VII, LP. 37 features the Sonatas K. 306 to K. 357. Composed by Domenico Scarlatti, this edition by the Harpsichordist Kenneth Gilbert regroups the 555 sonatas arranged for Piano. Based on the two sets of books discovered in Venice and in Parma, this edition still contains some of the annotations initially suggested by Kirkpatrick, whose book can be considered as an essential guide for this series./ Répertoire / Clavier

Domenico Scarlatti's wealth of invention and the immediacy of his emotional appeal - from darkest tragedy to bold farce - have long attracted guitarists to make his music their own. This collection of nine sonatas arranged bythe Gray/Pearl Duo gathers music displaying both Scarlatti's virtuosic dash and lyrical poignancy.The volume contains an un-edited score as well as performance-ready parts with suggested fingerings technical solutions andinterpretive articulations. This is the first book in an exciting new series from the eminent American Guitar duo of Julian Gray and Ronald Pearl.

The sixth volume of the series of 12 Sonatas, this book contains the Sonatas K.256 to K.305. Composed by Domenico Scarlatti, this edition by the harpsichordist Kenneth Gilbert regroups the 555 sonatas arranged for Piano. Based onthe two sets of books discovered in Venice and in Parma, this edition still contains some of the annotations initially suggested by Kirkpatrick, whose book can be considered an essential guide for this series. / Clavecin / Heugel

This arrangement of Scarlatti's Sonata in E (K. 215) which was originally composed for keyboard is restrained and melodic as well as being stylish and approachable.

Sonates K306 a K357 LP37-The seventh volume of the series of twelve Sonatas - Volume VII LP. 37 features the Sonatas K.306 to K.357. Composed by Domenico Scarlatti this edition by the Harpsichordist Kenneth Gilbert regroups the 555 sonatas arranged for Piano. Based on the two sets of books discovered in Venice and in Parma this edition still contains some of the annotations initially suggested by Kirkpatrick whose book can be considered as an essential guide for this series.

Classics for Children Series-This standard Italian art song by Alessandro Scarlatti adheres exactly to the original piano and vocal lines. Jill Gallina has enhanced the arrangement with the addition of a second soprano and an alto vocal part that keep withthe inherent harmonies of the original. A beautiful selection for women's voices.

Fourteen solos from the Baroque era by Telemann Vivaldi Scarlatti Bach and Handel. Arranged for organ by James D. Kimball.