edited by Kenneth Sillito. Par RACHMANINOV SERGEI. Sergei Rachmaninov, is regarded as one of the most formidable pianists of all time and the last truly great composer in the Russian Romantic tradition. Vocalise op. 34 no. 14 is a beautiful melody. It is an all-time favourite orchestral piece that flows above the lush chords that begin this work, and weaves in and out with additional themes. This …

Par KAPUSTIN NIKOLAI. This short duet by contemporary Russian composer Nikolai Kapustin has a driving syncopated rhythm and edgy harmonic palette. Kapustin makes good use of both the cello?s rich sonority and its more hard-edged character to underpin the flute?s almost incessant virtuosic outpourings. There is tense rhythmic interplay between the instruments, making it a hugely enjoyable piece for…

Written originally in 1947 for the Russian Piano teacher Wladimir Horbowski, the manuscript for this piece has been missing from Henze's archives for many years before being rediscovered in 2003. Available here for the first time is Henze's Sonatina for solo Piano, edited by Christopher Tainton. The piece is in three contrasting movements, for solo Piano. / Piano

Selections from Tchaikovsky's beloved Nutcracker ballet are now available in authentic, detailed arrangements for solo instrument and piano. Perfect for the holiday season! Includes online piano accompaniments for download or streaming. Contents: Arabian Dance (Coffee) · Chinese Dance (Tea) · Dance of the Reed Flutes · Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy · March · Miniature Overture · Pas de deux · Span…

Originally composed for piano solo, Rubinstein's 'Melody' Op. 3/1 is the best-known work written by the Russian composer. Thanks to the simple, yet tender melody and its expressive harmony, the name of the composer will be remembered forever. The piece makes an excellent encore to a concert.

Description Beethoven: Complete Variations For Solo Piano This volume contains all 21 sets of Beethoven's solo piano variations, including the popular 'Diabelli Variations' and 'Eroica Variations'. Songlist Arietta [Hand, Colin] Eight Variations On The Romance 'Une Fievre Brulante' Eight Variations On The Song Ich Hab Ein Kleines Huttchen Nur Eight Variations On The Trio 'Tandeln And Scher…

Arranger: Potzmann, Stefan Partitur und Stimmen - for four clarinets (3 clarinets in Bb, bass clarinet in Bb) Familiar to many as the soundtrack to the fi lm Eyes Wide Shut, dmitri shostakovich?s Waltz No. 2 from the Suite for Variety Orchestra ? which is better known as Jazz Suite No. 2 ? has mysterious, lascivious qualities that call to mind circus or variety music. stefan Potzmann has arranged…

Transcribed from the notorious Russian composer, Anton Stepanovich Arensky, this overture to his ballet suite is reminiscent of his predominantly romantic and classical repertoire. Scored with vivid colors and timbres for concert band, this charming work will be well received as a concert or contest work. (6:30) / Concert Band

piano reduction for 2 pianos. Par SHCHEDRIN RODION. Shchedrin, son of a composer and music teacher, underwent a thorough musical training in Moscow. His versatility and dazzling competence across a wide variety of musical genres are surely a result of his studies. The composer is also an exceptional pianist and frequently performs his own piano works (concertos, sonatas, 24 preludes and fugues, et…

Based on the autograph manuscript and earliest editions, editor Nancy Bricard addresses the sources and discrepancies between the various publications of Moussorgsky's most important contribution to piano literature - Pictures at an Exhibition. This well-researched edition describes the close relationship between the composer and Russian artist Victor Hartmann, whose paintings and sketches inspire…