Written in 2007 on the occasion of a friend'sbirthday, these variations are inspired by the music of the classical andromantic period. Among the most famous collections of the flute repertoire, forexample, are those of Mercadante, Beethoven and Chopin. In particular, those ofMercadante were taken as a model.

The theme is followed by four variations and a coda,bright and virtuosic.

The choice of dynamics and articulation is left to thediscretion of the performer, who will have regard to the execution practicetypical of the classical era.

?Birthday Cake Rag" is an instant audience favorite! It is a set of ragtime variations on the song "Happy Birthday." A perfect piece to spice up a concert with ragtime, or to play as an encore. Every pianist should know it just in case an audience is celebrating a birthday. Video: https://youtu.be/2nwMYRRoFIk

International concert artist Josu De Solaun said " 'Birthday Cake Rag' is a witty and exuberant piece,? and Steinway artist James Behr said, ?it?s a great piece of ragtime!?

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"Happy Birthday", a beloved melody, is reharmonized with lush jazz harmonies, chord substitutions, sophisticated chord progressions and a beautiful texture, yet keeping the lead of the original melody.

The arrangement is in F Major, the ideal key to sing along this arrangement.

"2016 Holiday Contest Entry"
Arranged from Happy Birthday to You. 3 Different Romantic Piano Versions with New Lovely Melodies in C, A & Bb Key with Chords. 2 Pages for Each Key. 6 Pages in Total.

Happy Birthday arranged for flute choir: piccolo and 3 flutes.

Happy Birthday Song arranged for 12 string harp

Level: Easy
Lever Change: No
Key: F major.