Stylistic Etude for Solo Cello
This samba is an excellent tool for learning about playing near the frog in a very relaxed way. Focuses on bow retakes, lifting and placing the bow back on the string. Encourages a relaxed shoulder and arm and using minimal muscle tension. In a Brazilian style, full of rhythmic flair. Video link is solo violin version.

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The series &apos.Get to Know Composers&apos. presents works of famous masters in easy arrangements as well as original compositions for piano. A brief biographical sketch with contemporary colour illustrations as well as a list of the most important works provide easy access to the respective composer. Thus, amateur pianists and young piano pupils can embark on a vivid excursion into the life and work of important composers.
Tchaikovsky was the first Russian composer who gained worldwide fame. His symphonies, concertos and ballets are part of the standard repertoire of the musical scene. In addition to original piano works, this volume contains excerpts from Tchaikovsky&apos.s best-known compositions: the Violin Concerto and his Piano Concerto No. 1, Symphonies Nos. 5 and 6, the ballets &apos.SwanLake&apos., &apos.The Sleeping Beauty&apos. and &apos.Nutcracker&apos., as well as &apos.Capriccio Italien&apos. and other works.

An arrangement of the beautiful title theme from the film "Out of Africa", which starred Meryl Streep and Robert Redford. This is the same theme that accompanies the famous flight sequence over the plains of Kenya. The piece started life as an arrangement for solo violin with piano accompaniment, but why should the violinist have all the fun?! Perfect music for a summer wedding or garden party, or indeed a cold, wet winter evening at home.