A Tear-A beautiful and poignant lament which is ideally suited to the double bass. Originally for cello this new edition returns to the cello version [Theme & Variations] adding an extended (but optional) piano introduction and demonstrates the dark and soulful colours of the solo double bass. Long flowing phrases allow the intermediate bassist to demonstrate both musical and technical accomplishment in an accessible range of the instrument. The soulful and wistful melody transcribes beautifully for double bass allowing the instrument to display its bel canto and lyrical capabilities. A three bar section towards the end of the piece is playable as written or anocatve higher giving bassists the opportunity to play high harmonics within a beautiful and evocative melody. This is an ideal study or recital work with its supportive and pulsing accompaniment and has been one of Recital Music's bestsellers since it was published. Une Larme is also available for solo double bass and string orchestra accompaniment - please contact the publishers for further details. Grade 7 - Trinity-Guildhall / ABRSM / LCM / MTB Exams (www.mtbexams.com) 

Elegy Op.24 for String Bass and Piano by leading French composer Gabriel Faure was originally composed in 1883 for Cello and Orchestra. Displaying his typical use of harmony this work begins with a sad and somberopening that builds to an intense rapid section symbolising the despairs of love. This edition has been accurately edited by Homer Mensch and includes a Piano reduction of the Orchestral backing.

& 1 Solo Piece For Contrabass-Swedish bassist cellist composer and arranger Lars Danielsson is renowned and admired throughout the International jazz world for his lyrical melodies and strong groove. This collection brings together 20 Impromptus For Piano And 1 Solo Piece For Contrabass composed by Danielsson in his idiosyncratic style. Born in 1958 Danielsson originally studied classical Cello at the conservatory in Gothenburg before changing to Bass and jazz. He has since become one of the most in-demand bassists in the world recognised and admired for his rounded sound that's both lyrical and powerful. Having played with avirtually endless list of international stars including Michael and Randy Brecker John Scofield and Charles Lloyd Danielsson's track record as a leader is equally unparalleled bringing his talent for simple and catchy melodies together with his instinct for putting together groups of musicians. If you're a fan of Lars Danielsson or you just want some fantastic jazz tunes to play for Solo Piano with an extra piece for Contrabass this collection of 20 Impromptus has been selected by the artist himself and is sure to satisfy any progressive pianist.