The Russian Music Box

Volume 1 / `Russian Romantic Repertoire` is a quality collection of Russian piano pieces introducing the pianist to fascinating terrain. The Russian masters are represented by Tchaikovsky, Borodin, Musorgsky and Glinka alongside some amazing discoveries, including pieces by Lyadov, Khvoshchinsky, Amani and the undeservedly neglected Stanchinsky / Piano / [ Répertoire romantique russe ] / Edited by Stephen Coombs

Active Listening Strategies for the Classroom-Make music come alive with this creative collection of visuals and strategies. Created for the music classroom this handy book/CD pak features reproducible listening maps and movement activities designed for a variety of levels along with easy-to-use teaching plans based on the National Standards. All musical examples used are included on the CD. Featured listening selections include: Stars and Stripes Forever Fanfare for the Common Man Ev'rybody Wantsto Be a Cat (from The Aristocats) Chinese Dance (from The Nutcracker Suite) Ballet of the Unhatched Chicks (from Pictures at an Exhibition) Histoire du Tango Spring (from The Four Seasons) Variations on America Variations onSimple Gifts Stompin' at the Savoy Russian Dance (from The Nutcracker Suite) Mars the Bringer of War (from The Planets) Splish Splash Summer (from The Four Seasons).

Because a fine orchestra depends on fine players, Solo Time for Strings emphasizes individual accomplishment, progress, and achievement while preparing young students for participation in a school orchestra. The series teaches reading in conjunction with note learning, enabling students to start playing melodies as soon as possible, and is appropriate for class or individual instruction. The solos assist in a progressive technical development from 'twinkle, twinkle' in Book 1 to music by Vivaldi in Book 5. / Formation Musicale

Alexander Borodin/Anatoly Lyadov-This collection contains arrangements by one of the leading guitarists of the new generation Rovshan Mamedkuliev. Rovshan invites Guitar lovers to explore Russian music of the 19th century. Alexander Borodin(1833 - 1887) member of the famous Mighty Handful wrote his Petite Suite for the Piano. The four pieces presented in this collection barely utilize any of the Piano's idiomatic techniques. Though unfamiliar to the Guitar untilthe present day the selected miniatures are wonderfully suited to its technical and timbral capabilities especially Serenade. Thanks to the clearly defined genre of Nocturne the vivid imagery of Reverie and the folk colour andbell-like melodiousness of In the Cloister the four pieces rich in quality and substance will be a valuable contribution to the Guitar repertoire.Anatoly Lyadov (1855 - 1914) used to joke that he could not standmore than five continuous minutes of music. The genius of musical miniature created his compositions to be laconic and refined in form simple yet elegant. Lyadov's contemporaries called his pieces 'tiny pearls of finestfinishing' and compared the composer himself to a jeweler. His three preludes from op.36 op.39 and op.40 will become a fulfilling experience for the guitarist as the music explores the rich palette of the 'mysterious Russiansoul' ranging from stormy aspirations to dreamlike elegiac moods - expressed by the composer in but a few sounds.

The traditions of Christmas hymns and carols reach virtuallyaround the world. Stephen Bulla’s Russion Carol Variationsis based on a jubilant Russian folk melody. Allow the musicto conjure an imaginary picture of Russian winter scenescomplete with heavy snowfall and adventurous sleigh rides.

For Piano Solo-Mikhail Glinka (1804-1857) is considered to be the father of modern Russian music and was the first Russian to have his work performed in the West. His influence is clearly seen in the work of Mily Balakirev(1837-1910) who played a leading role in the Russian Nationalistic movement of the late 1800’s and notably inspired Borodin Mussorgsky Rimsky-Korsakov and to a lesser extent Tchaikovsky.A brilliantly lyrical work The Lark was first written by Glinka in 1840 as one of the 12 songs that comprised

Four Russian Pieces For Violin And Piano is a collection of some of the finest Russian music by 3 great Russian composers Moussourgsky Tchaikovsky and Prokofiev. Edited and arranged by Nathan Milstein this GreatPerformer's Edition is a faithfull and accurate reworking of these four fabulous pieces.

Newly Revised by James & Susan McKeever-Fundamentals Of Piano Technique was developed by Leon Conus (1871-1944) and Olga Conus (1890-1976) during many decades of teaching and performing and through association with the most prominent Russian musicians of the time – including Rachmaninoff Scriabin and Medtner. The exercises in this method are concise and efficient focusing on the elements of good playing: control touch nuance and musicianship. This book can be used by students at all levels of development and with all shapes and sizes of hands. The preparatory exercises allow students to begin using the book within their first year of lessons. Asystematic approach allows the hands to develop gradually avoiding dangerous tension or muscle damage. Topics include: preparatory exercises; extension exercises; five-finger exercises; flexibility of the thumb; trill exercises; scales & arpeggios; wrist development; double notes and more.

This lively piece by Susan Day, written in G minor and D minor, reinforces many skills, such as executing slurs at a fast tempo and playing flats and accidentals in tune, to achieve the characteristic flavor of Russian music. Interesting parts for all, with lovely melodies and captivating harmonies throughout, this will be a welcome addition to any concert setting! (3:30) / Orchestre A Cordes

The 21 little performance pieces in The Really Easy Cello Book have been written and selected with beginners in mind. Despite the technical limitations this imposes, there is plenty of scope for musical interest! The pieces are arranged progressively and the piano accompaniments have been kept as simple as possible.  / Instrumental Music / Recueil / Violoncelle et Piano