Classic Hits For Two Clarinets (2 Playing Scores). Replaces BA8157.?Récréation? and ?divertissement? relaxation and entertainment: those were the popular catchwords applied in the 19th century to arrangements of well-known and much-loved pieces. They allowed larger scored compositions to find their way into the parlour or music lessons.This volume contains 26 duets that are mostly taken from 19th century tutors though some have also been prepared by the editor. They include popular melodies by composers such as Mozart Haydn Gluck Weber Beethoven Mendelssohn Schubert Schumann and Chopin. These moderately difficult duets aresuitable for ambitious beginners. The second part is generally played by the teacher.Contents:W. A. Mozart ?Das klinget so herrlich? (The Magic Flute) / F. Schubert ?Lullaby? (op. 98 no. 2 D 498) / R. Schumann ?Träumerei? (Scenes from Childhood) / F. Mendelssohn Bartholdy ?Wedding March? (A Midsummer Night?s Dream) / F. Chopin ?Waltz? (op. 64 no. 2) / L. van Beethoven ?Freude schöner Götterfunken? (Symphony no. 9 op. 125) / C. M. von Weber ?Huntsmen?s Chorus? (Freischütz)

These duets are ideal for recreational playing or for use in lessons where pupils are of a slightly differing standard. The first player plays above the break while the second part which is below the break can be played by a less experienced pupil. These melodies incorporate jazz elements which are always popular with young musicians.