Barenreiter Urtext Edition of Brahms' Sonatas In F Minor And E-Flat Op.120 for Clarinet and Piano.Features:A pioneering Urtext edition with an extensive Performance Practice CommentaryFor further information on Romantic performance practice we recommend the text booklet: ?Performance Practices in Johannes Brahms? Chamber Music? BA 9600Brahms had already announced his 'retirement' from composition when in the spring of 1894 he played chamber music with the cellist Robert Hausmann and the clarinettist Richard Mühlfeld. This encounter renewed Brahms' enthusiasm for Mühlfeld?s muchadmired playing and inspired him to write two new Clarinet sonatas in the summer of the same year. Brahms and Mühlfeld premiered the works and played them in several performances until the Sonatas Op.120 were first published in June 1895. These two works remain pivotal in the Clarinet?s recital repertoire establishing the Clarinet sonata as a distinct and viable chamber music genre.This edition features an extensive preface that informs about the sonatas? origins their compositional process pre-publication performances and their publication history as well as their early reception. Another truly remarkable aspect of this publication is the unique Performance Practice Commentary. Here the editors start from the premise that only a few decades after Brahms' death a widening gulf was already developing between the composer's expectations and the performance practices of the early 20th century. On the basis of manifold sources which include memoirs by pupils and chamber music partners treatises and essays early instructive editions and historical recordings the editors deal with key issues in understanding Brahms' notation. The editors provide an indispensable assistance for a historically informed interpretation of the work through a section-by-section analysis of rhythm and timing dynamics and accentuation dots and strokes slurring and non legato Piano pedalling and overholding Piano arpeggiation and dislocation Clarinet vibrato and portamento. At the same time the edition offers an exciting and often surprising

Claude Debussy (1862-1918) was a French composer who is often associated with the early Impressionist movement. He is best known for his evocative Piano compositions from which these Two Pieces For ClarinetAnd Piano have been transcribed. The Golliwog’s Cakewalk is taken from a suite of works inspired by Debussy’s daughter and her toys. The cakewalk was a popular dance in the 1890’s and 1900’s andis reflected in the syncopated ragtime style.The Girl With Flaxen Hair is taken from Debussy’s first book of preludes. Its title character is inspired by a poem about a Scottish maiden who is supposed tosymbolise tranquillity and simplicity aspects which are reflected in both the melody and harmony.

Charles Camilleri (1931-2009) was a Maltese composer and academic. His compositions were often inspired by the folk traditions of his native Malta which in turn drew on a melting-pot of European Mediterranean and African cultures. He was also Professor of Composition at the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto and later became the first Professor of Music at the University of Malta. Divertimento No. 2 was written for solo Clarinet with Piano in three movements the first of which features on the ABRSM Grade 8 Syllabus for Clarinet. It is a light-hearted work which would also be suitable for any recital orconcert.

Chant Slave by Joseph Edouard Barat is a piece for Bb Clarinet and Piano inspired by a Slavic tune. Dedicated to E. Capelle a French musician who won the Paris Conservatory First Prize this piece has can be played by intermediate players (difficulty 4°). It features six parts including some variations of the main theme:  1. Moderé (Main theme) 2. Piú Vivo 3. 1° Tempo (Variation 1) 4. Piú Vivo 5. 1° Tempo (Variation 2) 6. 1° Tempo (Variation 3) This piece is really enjoyable and could be perfect for recital orcontests. Joseph Edouard Barat (1882-1963) composed numerous pieces for Wind instruments and Piano accompaniment such as 'Andante and Allegro' or 'Introduction and Dance' among many others.

Composed by M. Dautremer for the Paris Conservatoire contest  Récit Et Impromptu is a piece for Bb Clarinet and Piano accompaniment. Dedicated to Auguste Périer Professor at the Conservatoire and inspired from Page d’Exil this piece requires advanced skills to be executed perfectly. Starting as a recitation and lasting approximately 6 minutes the melodious piece features a Cadenza and is divided as per below: 1. Recitative 2. Moderato 3. Cadenza 4. Largo Mastering breathing technique and the accidentals is quite important for thiswork which will demonstrate all your abilities during a contest. The book feature score and parts. M. Dautremer (1906-1978) was a French musician and pedagogue. He was director of the Conservatoire in Nancy and conductor for the Symphonic Orchestra of the city.

The classic blues and ragtime styles of the 20s inspired a whole era of jazz and popular music. Here are some of the all-time great tunes - including St Louis Blues Jelly Roll Blues and The Lily Rag - in stylish tailor-made arrangements for intermediate-level clarinet and piano.

The Couleurs Caraïbe series presents original pieces inspired by Caribbean music styles such as the Calypso and Biguine as well as the classical waltz, Mazurka and Fantaisie. This Volume 2 is for clarinet

Expand your musical scope and your performance repertoire in new worlds of expression with a special selection of 14 contemporary works all written by some of today's celebrated composers.Here's your chance to learn some music by real living composers - not just those only known by their surnames who dies long ago! The musical styles are diverse and exciting from elements of ragtime and dance to a sombre and gently sad melody and each piece features a full Piano accompaniment. ...Perhaps you might even be inspired to start composing some new music of your own!

We Wish You a Merry Christmas-An exhilarating and hugely entertaining take on a traditional festive melody inspired by the flamboyance of the 19th century Variations genre. Guaranteed to thrill and amuse audiences (at any time of year!).First performed for HM The Queen by Julian Bliss.

Clarinet and Piano Charles Neidich 21st Century Series for Clarinet-Written for virtuoso clarinetist Heinrich Baermann Concertino would become the first work of an impressive oeuvre for clarinet one which along with that of Mozart Spohr and Brahms constitutes the backbone of the repertoire.Internationally-recognized clarinetist Charles Neidich unites for the first time Weber's original text with the edition published by Baermann's son which had formed the basis of most subsequent editions. Also presented areexamples from Cyrille Rose's 1879 edition which was the foundation of the French tradition and which held much more closely to Weber's original. This new critical edition inspires those learning the piece to develop their ownpersonal yet informed interpretation of Weber's premiere clarinet masterpiece.

Introduction Theme and Variations for Clarinet-The work is based on two of Rossini's most moving dramatic arias and remains one of the most popular virtuosic works for clarinet to this day. This critical edition by celebrated clarinetist Charles Neidich takes a fresh approachto this work blending the 19th Century bel canto traditions which emphasize the emotional context of the arias in the musical notation with a master's perspective on modern clarinet technique. Detailed annotations and historicalbackground equip the clarinetist with an in-depth musical and technical facility to authentically convey the characteristic elegance and drama of Rossini's style. The edition also includes a new cadenza by Neidich selected fromfour of his original cadenzas as the one that best embraces the essence of the original work and aria inspiration.

Par REGAN MICHAEL. Jazz inspired 3 mvmt suite / Niveau : Intermédiaire / Date parution : 2021-11-03/ Répertoire / Clarinette et Piano

16 contemporary pieces-Spectrum for Clarinet is an inspiring collection of specially commissioned pieces by sixteen contemporary composers. An introduction to music of today it reflects compositional trends from the millennium so far while containing technically accessible material for players of all ages. There is at least one piece at each of the ABRSM grades 1-8 ensuring the collection will be revisited time and again. Also included is an exciting recording of all sixteen pieces featuring Ian Mitchell himself on Clarinet with pianist Thalia Myers.

Born in 1944 Francis Coiteux has led a successful career as a music professor and composer. Chant Des Clarines for Clarinet and Piano is a sublime addition to the repertoire. Chant Des Clarines is suitable for clarinetists in their first year of music studies. Many features are included such as semiquaver flourishes variations in articulation accidentals scalic passages use of a wide tessitura and use of the sultry lower register for melodic phrases. For all aspiring clarinetists Coiteux's Chant Des Clarines is an inspiring addition to the repertoire.

Par CAFOLLA ROMA. A collection of graded pieces that have interesting titles. Designed to offer accessible works for performance and enjoyment. The inspiration for the title comes from the reality that when you stand in front of an audience or present for an examination you are giving a unique part of yourself. You can honestly say that it is ?Just Me!? The pieces range in difficulty and encompass most time signatures and many key signatures. Some are catchy. Some are gentle. Most are lyrical and melodious. The books are there for you to make your own memories. After all they are written JUST FOR YOU! / Niveau : Facile / Date parution : 2021-11-03/ Recueil / Clarinette et Piano