Par GARDEL CARLOS. Love, fire, passion - as one of the most emotionally-charged dances, the tango is an ideal match for the flute and its duo partner, the piano, as all three join in for a charming musical experience. Argentine tango expert Diego Collatti has arranged five popular tangos originally composed by Carlos Gardel, who greatly influenced the genre with his interpretations and compositions. The lively, electrifying arrangements for flute and piano show Collatti's expertise for instrumentation and reduction as they combine technique and ensemble playing with the glamour and unique atmosphere of South American passion for dancing. With this collection, the musical life of Argentina during the late 20th century - a heritage that is treasured to this day and has currently reached a new popularity - is carried into the world. In a diverse and always authentic musical setting, both voices enter a dialogue of emotions, zeitgeist and character typical for the dance, which is popular around the world. These aspects are essential for diving completely into the music and musically expressing its deeply emotional content. ? 5 popular tango classics presented as a musical dialogue arranged for flute and piano ? Vibrant, expressive and emotional - Discover the qualities of authentic tango music with these intermediate-level duets ? The melodic and rhythmic characteristics combined with unique phrasing and articulation are true to the authentic Argentinian tango ? Interwoven ensemble parts and diverse means of expression bring the unique tango atmosphere to life / Musique traditionnelle / Répertoire / Flûte Traversière et Piano

Spiel- und Vortragsstücke parallel zu Flöte spielen Band D-A selection of motivating pieces for flute and piano. The book relates to the progression of the popular flute method 'Flöte spielen' (Playing the flute) vol. D but can be used with any other flute method as well. Piano and flute are at about thesame level. With play-along CD. The faster pieces are recorded in a slower practice version additionally and the CD contains a software which can play all the tracks at a slower tempo.

André Jolivet (1905-1974) composed this Concerto for Flute and Strings in 1949. Initially written for Flute and String Orchestra this version contains the scores for the Flute and the Piano and lasts 12 minutes. This strong>Concerto for Flute and Strings is quite unusual as it was only created in two movements each divided into a slow introduction and a fast main part. Used as one of the main pieces of the Geneva music contest “Concours de Genève” in 2014 this concerto requires advanced skills. André Jolivet is a French composer who was really inspired by theAntiquity and had a strong interest for atonality. He also wrote many chamber music pieces eleven concertos some orchestral and some vocal music.

Composer Pierre Camus (1885-1948) is little known today. However his Chanson and Badinerie is a sublime addition to the Flute's repertoire and proves to be an exciting yet challenging piece for performers. Camus' piece for Flute and Piano accompaniment is in two movements. Chanson (Song) is composed in 6/8 meter and reflects French romantic characteristics in its use of lyrical melodies use of the lower register of the Flute and chromaticism. The Badinerie contrasts with this with a faster tempo 2/4 meter chordal Piano accompaniment and scalic semiquaver flourishes. All of theseelements combine in Camus' Chanson and Badinerie to make for an exciting addition to the advanced flautist's repertoire.

for Flute and Piano-Emil Titl's Serenade was originally composed for flute and horn with orchestra or piano accompaniment. With a lilting Bel Canto style in 12/8 its lyric melody features passages of filigree work that will excite and challenge the musician's technical as well as expressive capabilities. The piece is ideal for contest or recital for the intermediate player. This edition for flute and piano has been carefully arranged and edited by world-renowned flutist and teacher Sir James Galway.

The instantly recognisable and ever-popular Méditation from the opera Thaïs by Jules Massenet (1842-1912) remains a strong favourite in the classical repertoire superbly arranged for Flute and Piano by French flautist Paul Taffanel. Massenet first studied music with his mother before entering the Paris Conservatoire. He is best known for his operas of which he composed over thirty. Thaïs was first performed at the Opéra Garnier in Paris in 1894 and continues to be one of the composer's most performed operas. The famous Méditation isan intermezzo originally for Violin and Orchestra which has since been arranged for many different instruments making it a frequent concert piece. The arrangement for Flute and Piano remains in the original key of D major and displays the passionate religious intentions. Taffanel's adaptions include breath marks phrasing changing octaves for some notes and articulation among other aspects. Massenet's Méditation is challenging through its use of lyricism in the upper register yet it remains a favoured and popular piece in the Flute's repertoire.

Jacques Ibert (1890-1962) studied at the Paris Conservatoire before embarking upon a successful composing career. Histoires increased his popularity when it was published in the mid-1920s and Marcel Moyse (1889-1984) a prominent French flautist arranged the compilation for Flute and Piano in 1933 to great acclaim. Histoires for Flute and Piano is made up of six movements; 1) The Leader of the Gold Turtles 2) The Little White Donkey 3) In the Sad House 4) The Crystal Cage 5) The Market of Fresh Water and 6) The Procession of Balkis. Containing a variety of musical aspects and techniques Moyse's arrangement for Flute and Piano of Ibert's Histoires is an exciting addition to the intermediate level flautist's repertoire.

Composed by Armando Ghidoni Jazzy Flute Challenge is a piece for Flute and Piano accompaniment. Lasting approximately ten minutes it is dedicated to Maxence Larrieu and was commissioned for the International Flute Contest. Quite technical this piece requires some upper intermediate/advanced skills and a good knowledge of the instrument. It is an enjoyable notated jazz work which will definitely be loved by players and their audience. Armando Ghidoni is a French composer with Italian origins who plays Saxophone and Flute. He has been edited since 1989 by Alphonse Leduc.

Aztec Dances was commissioned by Christopher Orton with the assistance of the BBC Performing Arts Fund. The first performance was given by Christopher Orton (recorder) and Magdalena Nasidlak (piano) at a concert in the Manchester Midday Concerts series at the Bridgewater Hall Manchester in March 2010.The version for flute and piano was premiered by Wissam Boustany (Flute) and Aleksander Szram (Piano) at St James?s Church Piccadilly on Thursday 19 May 2011.1. Ritual/Pastorale2. Fertility Dance3. Ghost Dance/Song4. Sacrificial Dance Composer's Note The idea for the genesis of thiswork and indeed its title and individual movements came after visiting an exhibition at the British Museum entitled Moctezuma ?Aztec Ruler. The exhibition traced the events following the election in 1502 of Moctezuma as Supreme Ruler of the Aztecs and the subsequent invasion of 1519 by a Spanish expedition led by Hermán Cortés ? an event that was to eventually lead to the demise of the Aztec civilisation.Part of the exhibition explored the role that music and dance played in Aztec life. The primitive recorder together with trumpets and drums were used as an important part of the formal ritual ceremonies (including rather gruesomely human sacrifice) that took place to appease the many Gods which the Aztecs worshipped as well as for other more informal occasions in their social and cultural life.I have tried to reflect some of these highly contrasting and dramatic ideas in this four movement work.        Edward Gregson

Jindrich Feld's Sonata for Flute and Piano is frequently performed by virtuoso flautists. Composed in 1957 the Sonata is elaborate and quirky and has been recorded by leading artists including Jeffrey Khaner and James Galway. Born in Prague Feld (1925-2007) studied Violin and Viola with his parents before studying at the Conservatory and Academy of Music of his native city. His compositions predominantly instrumental soon became popular being performed all over the world. As reflected in his Sonata for Flute and Piano Feld's style is deeply rooted in the Czech musicaltradition but he also integrated the main styles of 20th century Western music. The Sonata is made up of three movements 1. Giocoso (playful) 2. Grave (serious) and 3. Vivace (lively). Each movement of the Sonata presents different challenges from fast semiquaver flourishes to the lyrical top register of the Flute. This Feld piece is highly virtuosic yet an excellent and enjoyable performance for all advanced flautists.

Charles-Marie Widor (1844-1937) most famous for his organ music and as organist of Saint Suplice in Paris was professor of composition and organ at the Conservatoire National Superieur de Musique de Paris. Widor's Suite for Flute and Piano was composed for Paul Taffanel (1844-1908) a fellow professor at the conservatory who established the famous French School of flute playing. The four-movement work has become well-established in the standard flute repertoire and is one of Sir James Galway's favorites to play in recital. This edition features a newly edited and engraved flute part with practical and helpful performance notes by James Galway.

Initially composed in 1907 for Bass Voice and Piano Habanera by Maurice Ravel was transcribed for Flute and Piano for this edition. Based on a Cuban Contradanza it features a special habanera rhythm and is generally performed with sung lyrics. In this edition the Flute is a substitute for the voice. While composing this piece Maurice Ravel was also working on two works also with Spanish influence: 'The Spanish Rhapsody' and 'The Spanish Hour'. This edition which can be used for recitals and exams will enlighten Flute players. Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) is a French composer famous for hisImpressionist contributions. He wrote numerous pieces including 'Daphnis and Chloé' and the famous 'Bollero'.