The four parts of the piece originate from the piano cycles of Johannes Brahms. The identical nature of the themes is implied in their descending direction, while their differences lie in their distinct meters, key signatures and tempo. I further developed the differences through the use of different musical alterations (of melody, rhythm and timbre) while the melodic contours are always constant.…

Martin Luther. Par SCHNEIDER ENJOTT. On the occasion of the quincentenary of Reformation Day in 2017, the composer Enjott Schneider thoroughly studied Martin Luther the individual and all his contradictions. The result is a brilliant, demanding organ symphony which is perfect for concerts on the subject of Reformation and Martin Luther. The composer describes the five movements of the symphony as…

The Cantabile in D major for violin and piano (M.S. 109) is one of Paganini's most popular and famous compositions. This brief piece - a short tripartite 'aria variata' - is particularly spontaneous and lighthearted, reminiscent of the lyrical nature of the Italian bel canto tradition. It has an intimate feel to it, bringing us closer to this composer from Genoa.The main aim of this critical editi…

Par CAFOLLA ROMA. A modern interpretation of the ancient Dance Suite. Virtuosic writing for the soloist. As a child I was privileged to be introduced to these dances by Ms Watson my ballet teacher. She was an immense talent and explained the nuances and intricacies with care and passion for the subject. 1. Prelude (Allegro) - The introduction to the suite. 2. Allemande (Moderato con moto) An elabo…

Par MEYER RICHARD. Written as a metaphor for the hardship and isolation caused by the 2020 pandemic, this dramatic tone poem is a testament to courage and the undaunted nature of the human spirit. The piece follows the voyage of a ship and its crew to the open sea and into a devastating storm resulting in the separation of the crew and its ultimate reunion. The memorable melodies and stirring harm…

Par CONNOLLY JUSTIN. A setting of five late poems by Friedrich Hölderlin written under his pseudonym Scardanelli. Described by the composer as Cantata for mezzo soprano and piano, the 20-minute piece explores the full range of Hölderlin's poetry from the religious to the comic, as well as themes of nature and Classical mythology. The vocal and piano parts are largely independent throughout and onl…

 'Tout art consiste à produire, à exécuter, et à combiner les moyens de donner l'existence à quelqu'une des choses qui peuvent être et ne pas être- et dont le principe est dans celui qui fait, et non dans la chose qui est faite,? (Aristote, Ethique à Nicomaque, Livre VI, IV)De cette nouvelle manière de concevoir l'art nous pouvons inférer :a) La contingence foncière de l'affaire artistique, qui se…

In Memoriam Dr. Klaus Brandstätter. Par DOSS THOMAS. Sunset Serenade est un hommage du compositeur à un collègue musicien qui perdit la vie de manière inattendue. Malgré les tristes circonstances de sa création, Sunset Serenade reflète essentiellement des souvenirs heureux et un sentiment de gratitude pour les bons moments passés ensemble et les expériences partagées. Le caractère généralement tra…

As one of Hollywood's most enduring films, and perhaps the greatest screen adaptation of a novel ever, the 1939 Wizard Of Oz brought the words and story to music, entrenching the songs in popular culture and ensuring their timelessness. With this Ukulele sheet music book, you can learn every song from the hit movie, as well as the bonus hit arrangement of Over The Rainbow/What A Wonderful World by…